Spa Profile: The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue

The largest day spa company in North America with multiple locations across the country (Arizona, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Illinois, Long Island, Maryland, New Jersey, New York Texas, and Virginia), The Red Door Spas were founded by beauty industry icon Elizabeth Arden. With a mission to help women look and feel their best, The Red Door offers professional beauty services and spa treatments for the face and body.

Since 1910, guests have been welcomed by the brand’s iconic red door which can be found in every location. The Red Door Spas feature an all-encompassing spa menu that is complete with renowned signature treatments, enhanced specialty services, skin care, massage, hair care, nail care, and makeup. We spoke with Angela Portella, Senior General Manager at The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue—the company’s flagship location—who shared treatments to try, spa amenities, and more:

The relaxation lounge at The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue.

Why You’ll Love It: Guests love the convenience of receiving all of their beauty and wellness services under one roof, and the professional and accommodating service providers and guest service representatives.

One of the treatment rooms at The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue.

Key Features: We feature separate men’s and ladies locker lounges each with a steam room and showers, rooftop relaxation area in warmer weather, relaxation library to spend time between services, and indoor café seating to enjoy lunch or group meetings. Beverages such as cappuccino, coffee, herbal teas, citrus water are provided, as well as complimentary makeup refreshers after each service as a finishing touch to continue your day. Our salon’s shampoo chairs give massages and guests especially love the heated neck pillows.

The indoor café at The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue.

Snacks Served: Cappuccino, coffee, herbal teas, citrus water, cinnamon cookies, and apples are offered, as well as catered lunch upon request.

Bonus: Our beautiful rooftop terrace is a hidden oasis of relaxation to enjoy the Midtown Manhattan views. Also, guests are served a complimentary glass of champagne in the relaxation lounge.

Insider’s Tip: The Avenue Membership Program provides the best way to save and help make wellness part of your routine! For $100 per month, guests can enjoy their choice of an Essential Massage, Essential Facial, or Essential Body Treatment. Plus, they receive 15% off everything else (products, additional services, and enhancements).

The nail salon at The Red Door Salon & Spa Fifth Avenue.

Unique Treatment: The Escape Massage with CBD lotion. Relax while all focus areas are massaged, leaving you with a full-body high.

Splurge Treatment: The Escape Body Treatment. It includes a custom scrub, wrap, and moisturizer, plus a targeted body massage and scalp massage.

Insider’s Favorite: Keratin Express Hair Treatment is a huge help for styling in the spring and summer with the rainy, humid weather. It reduces styling time in half, and maintains a smooth look during the hot and humid weather when traveling.