Have an indulgent afternoon and let the stress melt away. Envelope yourself in the scent of essential oils, sip on some bubbly and snack on squares of dark chocolate while being pampered. Give it a try at these spas, and their offerings of massage, hot tub, steam room and more. The 2024 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Cavallo Point (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Spa picks, see below.
Our 2024 Beauty category sponsor is NorCal Plastic Surgery. View the rest of the Best of the County Beauty category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern and Central Marin.
Southern | Central
Southern
Casa Madrona
Sausalito
Attached to the Casa Madrona seaside hotel is a rejuvenating day spa both for hotel guests and anyone craving a pick-me-up — no hotel reservation required. Enjoy picturesque harbor views while sipping on a glass of rosé after a relaxing Swedish massage. Alternatively, opt for a deep tissue massage to really work out any tension in your muscles or go for a signature sleep massage, designed to soothe and promote better sleep. Hours are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday through Monday.
801 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.332.0502
Cavallo Point
Sausalito
With its tranquil atmosphere and serene gardens, Cavallo Point Healing Arts Center & Spa is here to rejuvenate and renew you. Feel free to take a plunge into its indoor pool or have a drink at the Tea Bar to de-stress, as they are here to make sure you experience the entire healing process — mind, body and soul. For the environmentally conscious, worry not, as Cavallo Point uses organic and sustainably harvested ingredients for all of its skin care products, demonstrating a commitment to keeping nature pure. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
601 Murray Circle, Sausalito, 415.339.4767
EVO Spa
Mill Valley
EVO Spa is a lifestyle boutique with the goal of providing a safe refuge for unwinding and relaxing. For those interested in red light therapy, EVO offers the best of the best, designed to produce maximum results with maximum longevity. Check out the monthly specials to see if something in particular catches your eye, and don’t miss wellness options such as the detox foot bath or far-infrared sauna. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
800 Redwood Highway Frontage Road #216, Mill Valley, 415.383.3223
Turning Point Spa
Mill Valley
Laurence McKee started out working for her family spa at the age of 17 and has been full steam ahead ever since. She’s worked in both luxurious Paris and modern San Francisco, and has also been trained in Ayurvedic treatments. Turning Point provides not only facials, but also oncology skin care and LED light therapy. The state of the art technology and tailored treatments will leave your skin glowing and refreshed. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
655 Redwood Highway #275, Mill Valley, 415.902.0197
Central
International Orange
Larkspur
Though this spa may be known for its former San Francisco location, the Larkspur location doesn’t disappoint in the slightest. Luxurious and modern, the aesthetic exudes relaxation without being over the top — case in point: a minimalist waiting room complete with lemon water and dark chocolate to nibble on and an outdoor deck to breathe in fresh sea air. Among the classic treatments such as hot stones and waxing are harder-to-find services such as Gua Sha facials and oncology massages. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday, and 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
2421 Larkspur Landing Circle Suite 43, Larkspur, 415.563.5000
Resonance Marin
Corte Madera
Resonance is dedicated to, in its own words, “helping others discover the miracle of the body’s potential,” and a long list of satisfied clients certainly speak to staff’s proficiency. The spa provides a number of full-body services and is well-known for infrared saunas featuring sound therapy and chromotherapy, as well as skin treatments that utilize HydraFacial technology. Enjoy the comforting smell of the cedar wood sauna and soothing herb-infused massage oils while sinking into a soft massage table for a rejuvenating experience. Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
26 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, 415.891.3328
Best of the County Beauty Sponsor
Nor Cal Plastic Surgery
NorCal Plastic Surgery provides a personalized, goal-oriented approach to enhanced quality of life. Dr. Tim Rankin employs award-winning surgical techniques and provides consistently safe, high-quality outcomes.
Give us five local favorite places you like to go: Wellness, restaurants and activities?
Bungalow Kitchen for appetizers and cocktails, Now Power Yoga for my sanity, Kitchen Sunnyside for their hot stone bowl, Sam’s for their clam chowder and F45 to burn off all the food I just listed.
What do you love about Cosmetic Surgery?
I have the opportunity to help people maximize their quality of life and watching people achieve their goals is incredibly rewarding.
What are your top 3 favorite procedures to perform?
Facelift, facial fat transfer and breast lift.
If a patient is on the verge of surgery but not ready for a surgical procedure, any advice?
Surgery is a big step for any procedure, but I think that education is the key. I hear patients say all the time, “I was so nervous, but now I’m excited”. I think that with a little education, we can allay most fears and show patients that our approach is safe and that recovery tends to be faster than people realize.
NorCal Plastic Surgery | Greenbrae | 925.856.4800 | norcalsurgery.com
