The check-in desk and reception area at Liangtse Wellness.

Liangtse Wellness was established in 1997 and has grown to become a world leader in the health and wellness industry, with more than 500 branches across China and Europe. The spa’s Midtown East location is its first in North America, bringing its one-of-a-kind treatments to the United States. With a deep foundation in traditional Chinese methods, Liangtse Wellness has developed its own unique, natural treatment style. Coupled with strong values and a commitment to customer service Liangtse Wellness strives to create an exceptional experience for every guest.

Spa Diary: Liangtse Wellness

Each treatment at Liangtse has been created to leave you feeling a renewed sense of wellness and relaxation. Drawing upon the traditional methods of Chinese massage, Liangtse has perfected and created its own signature therapies. We spoke with DJ Liu, owner of Liangtse Wellness, who shared insider tips, treatments to try, and more.

Why You’ll Love It: Guests love the Moxa Healing Therapy ($78 for 45 minutes). This treatment relies on a moxibustion device and dried medicinal herbs to stimulate circulation, and alleviate chronic pain and internal discomfort.

The hallway leading to the treatment rooms.

Key Features: The 3,340 square-foot spa has 5 standard massage rooms with double-bed convertible massage sofas; 2 luxury massage rooms with double beds, bathrooms and showers; one single massage room with one bed, and a customer waiting area by the front desk.

Bonus: Guests are served complimentary tea and snacks before and after their treatment.

Insider’s Tip: On Father's Day 2019, Liangtse Wellness is giving out a complimentary cupping therapy with the purchase of a Complete Massage Therapy for $188.

Snacks Served: Our snacks change from time to time. But currently, we are serving Hawthorn cake, ginseng candy, energy bars, and Want Want Sen Bei (a rice cracker that all Chinese kids grew up with). The beverages switch between chrysanthemum tea and goji berry red date tea.

With a deep foundation in traditional Chinese methods, Liangtse Wellness has developed its own unique, natural treatment style.

Insider’s Favorite: Moxa Healing Therapy ($78 for 45 min) is the favorite out of them all.

Splurge Treatment: The Complete Massage ($188 for 90 min) is perfect for a splurge treatment. This therapy is a full-body massage combined with reflexology foot massage that unblocks the body's meridians, strengthening the circulatory system, and obtaining a full range of relaxation and conditioning.

Moxa Healing Therapy relies on a moxibustion device and dried medicinal herbs to stimulate circulation, and alleviate chronic pain and internal discomfort.

Unique Treatment: Moxa Healing Therapy ($78 for 45 min) is the most unique treatment Liangtse offers. It is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that uses moxa to warm acupoints using a moxibustion apparatus. The Moxa Healing Therapy targets four body parts to heal/improve the overall health and alleviate chronic pain: head, waist, belly and knee. Liangtse is the first one to adopt this method in the U.S.