We Tried The Spa at Beverly Wilshire's Renewal Ritual Inspired By Its Recent Renovation

The entrance to Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA.

The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel is an iconic landmark in Beverly Hills that represents luxury and world-class hospitality. It is also home to The Spa at Beverly Wilshire, which received Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star recognition for the ninth year in a row, an honor bestowed upon the renowned wellness destination as a result of its top-tier customer service, expert team of therapists, cutting-edge wellness technology, and hand-tailored treatments.

Spa Profile: The Spa at Beverly Wilshire

As a longtime fan of the spa, I was especially excited to see it in person after it had undergone a recent renovation. This included a refresh of a majority of the main spaces including the reception area, locker room, Tranquility Lounge, and decor throughout the spa.

The newly designed spa includes a locker room with sleek modern furnishings and subtle brass accents.

In the spa’s reception area, I was greeted by warm neutral tones and sophisticated design details including gold accents and elegant artwork.

In the locker room and Tranquility Lounge, I found the soothing color palette of warm grey and taupe to be quite calming. It was accompanied by modern furnishings, elegant artwork, and gold/brass details sprinkled throughout.

The Tranquility Lounge welcomes guests with soothing warm grey and taupe tones accompanied by curated artwork.

The wet room amenities (steam room, ice fountain, and experience shower) remained untouched, as well as the spa’s giant amethyst on display at the end of the long hallway leading to the individual treatment rooms. The backdrop behind the crystal has been updated to reflect the new color and design scheme with a constellation of gold and silver decorative pieces.

The spa’s updated design pays homage to the hotel’s storied history and exudes glamour and sophistication, while at the same time enhances guests’ comfort and relaxation, preparing them for a wellness experience that is truly transformational.

The spa’s giant amethyst is highlighted by a stunning backdrop of bespoke artisan details and gold accents that reflect the hotel’s history.

Lead Spa Therapist Gillian Garcia also created a new treatment to celebrate the spa’s transformation called The Renewal Ritual. During my visit, I had the opportunity to experience the 60-minute spa service, which refreshes the skin and rejuvenates the senses.

“We're beyond excited to welcome our guests to the newly redesigned Spa at Beverly Wilshire,” says Garcia. “Every detail of the renovation was thoughtfully crafted to elevate the guest experience, from the tranquil ambiance to the transformative treatments we offer. And the Renewal Ritual is a perfect reflection of this new chapter—a rejuvenating experience that not only revitalizes the body but also leaves our guests feeling refreshed and renewed, just like the spa.”

I experienced The Renewal Ritual, a 60-minute treatment that rejuvenates the skin and senses, and was created by Lead Spa Therapist Gillian Garcia to celebrate the spa’s transformation.

She started the treatment with a coffee body scrub combined with lemon, an awakening blend that felt great against my skin. I had taken a shower prior to my service and despite having shaved, the scrub did not sting my skin, which was a pleasant surprise.

Garcia told me that Palermo products are used in the treatment (including the coffee scrub) and they are available for purchase in the spa’s retail boutique. Founded by Jessica Morelli, Palermo is a line of handcrafted artisan products inspired by her Sicilian grandmother that are made fresh in small batches at the brand’s studio in Brooklyn, New York.

After applying the scrub, I rinsed off in my treatment room’s private shower before returning to the treatment bed, where Garcia placed a refreshing KNESKO Nanogold Repair Face Mask on my face. I’m a huge fan of KNESKO products, especially after meeting the brand’s founder Lejla Cas—her Green Jade Calm Serum is a staple in my daily skincare routine!

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While the mask worked its magic on my complexion, Garcia applied a nourishing whipped shea and coconut butter blend to seal the moisture into my freshly exfoliated skin. The treatment also incorporates a grounding aromatherapy blend featuring geranium, sweet orange oils, and frankincense to restore balance.

The Renewal Ritual concluded with a cup of color-changing Butterfly Pea Tea in the Tranquility Lounge.

After my treatment had concluded, I felt completely refreshed from head to toe. My complexion was glowing from the mask, my skin felt soft and smooth, and I was rejuvenated yet relaxed. Talk about the best of all worlds!

Garcia was waiting for me outside the treatment room and led me back to the Tranquility Lounge, where a cup of warm Butterfly Pea Tea awaited. It came with a few lemon slices, which she instructed me to squeeze into the tea. Upon doing this, it transformed from blue to purple.

“The caffeine-free herbal tea is originally from South East Asia,” says Garcia. “It is rich in antioxidants, has anti-inflammatory properties, improves blood sugar control, and enhances hair and skin health. When squeezing the lemon into the tea, the pH level changes to purple that correlates to our newly ‘transformed’ Spa.”

If you’re looking for a unique and transformational wellness experience, I highlight recommend giving The Renewal Ritual a try the next time you visit The Spa at Beverly Wilshire. You’ll leave feeling like a completely new person afterwards!

After squeezing lemon into the tea, the pH level changed its color from blue to purple, representing transformation.

The Renewal Ritual costs between $350 and $385 for a 60-minute treatment (price varies based on day of the week).

For more information and to book your next treatment, visit Beverly Wilshire’s website. Follow the spa and hotel on Instagram: @thespabw @beverlywilshire

Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel is located at 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills CA 90212.

[Photos by Kamala Kirk]

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk