Washington Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Tacoma
Tacoma, Washington. [Photo credit: Gantavya Bhatt]
The sleepy Pacific Northwestern town of Tacoma, Washington, is approximately 30 miles southwest of Seattle. Most visitors tend to go to the latter, mistakenly thinking that there’s nothing to do in Tacoma. However, the city offers many great places to dine, has a booming nightlife scene, and stuns travelers with its breathtaking hiking and bike trails. Tourists might also be surprised to find that there are spectacular spas in The City of Destiny, as Tacoma has been dubbed.
Washington Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Seattle
Tacoma is also nicknamed “Grit City” thanks to Tammy Blount, former president and CEO of the Tacoma Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau. If you ever find yourself in Tacoma and want to take the next step in your relaxation journey instead of showing your grit, we encourage you to stop by one of the city’s many spas.
Below, we’ve rounded up several of the most noteworthy spas in Tacoma for our Washington Spa Guide.
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Holistic Massage and Facial by Naon
1010 South L St, Tacoma, WA 98405; (808) 793-5419
The menu at Holistic Massage and Facial by Naon has a wide variety of offerings including body, hair, and skin services, as well as waxing. The body treatments include different types of massages such as a therapeutic massage or sports massage, both available in 60- and 90-minute sessions.
You can also receive a sacred Lomi Lomi massage, which has origins in the Hawaiian islands. According to the website, the primary goal of Lomi Lomi is to promote physical and emotional balance, relaxation, and the release of tension.
The spa is open Monday through Saturday by appointment only. The time frame for appointments varies depending on the day that you select. You can book your service at Holistic online or by calling the number above.
Lux Salon & Spa
1614 S. Mildred St, Suite 9, Tacoma, WA 98465; (253) 474-1899
Though some salon and spa hybrids meet in the middle, Lux Salon & Spa offers a full spa—infrared sauna included. You can also get facials, waxing, tinting, lash extensions, makeup services, and nail care. Salon services include haircuts, color services, keratin treatments, styling, and bridal services.
One of the best treatments to try is the European Facial. This lavish offering addresses the upper face and neck, but it also targets the décolleté. The facial includes a massage of the scalp, hands, and feet as well as exfoliation, a masque, and hot towels. The end result? Soft, glowing skin.
You can schedule a treatment at Lux on Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The spa is closed on Sunday. To set up your appointment, call the number listed above or book online.
M & M Massage Spa
6532 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408; (253) 753-4727
M & M Massage Spa is a place where folks can “reduce stress, relieve built-up chronic pain, and increase the overall quality of [their] life.” This spa has Asian influences and offers massages in line with that such as Shiatsu, as well as Swedish and hot stone massages. A standout service here is the reflexology massage, which can help you reduce anxiety and fatigue.
The spa exclusively offers massages and doesn’t offer facials or other body treatments. To make an appointment at M & M, call the number listed above. You can visit the spa daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Serenity Spa
706 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402; (253) 442-2211
The menu at Serenity Spa features body and facial treatments as well as massages, lash services, waxing, and sugaring for the entire body. Their facials address various skin concerns like acne and aging, and they also offer facials for teens.
Serenity Spa also offers spa packages including Northwest Zen, which includes an exfoliating coffee scrub, a full-body massage, a facial, and a scalp renewal. Another recommended package is the Serene Duo, which is designed for two people and includes a massage and facial. These treatments are 180 and 120 minutes long for an ultra-long and indulgent spa experience.
The spa is closed on Monday but is open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Book your appointment online or by calling the number listed above.
The Little Med Spa
711 Saint Helens Ave, Suite 203, Tacoma, WA 98402; (253) 227-5389
The Little Med Spa is the definition of small but mighty. The intimate spa consists of one room, but offers a relaxing atmosphere. Owner Joni Baker is a nurse practitioner who has more than 15 years of experience in the medical field. She received her certification in advanced injectables and now offers services like Botox, Dysport, Sculptra, microneedling, PRP/PRF hair restoration, filler, and chemical peels.
One of the services we suggest trying is The Perfect Derma Peel. This treatment is “a medium depth, medical grade chemical peel suitable for all skin types” and is best for treating dark spots, acne, and acne scars. Once you’re done peeling, which takes about three days, you’ll notice radiant, even-textured skin with fewer fine lines and wrinkles.
Schedule your appointment with Baker online or by calling the phone number listed above. The med spa’s business hours are Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The spa is closed on Sunday and Monday.
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Natalie Arroyo Camacho is a beauty, lifestyle, and well-being writer with more than five years of experience. She's indulged in self-care at 50 spas nationally and internationally—including locations in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mexico, Morocco, and France. Keep up with her best life on Instagram: @personatalieeee.