In today's fast-paced world, prioritizing wellness and quality time with loved ones has become increasingly important. Group spa days offer a unique opportunity to combine relaxation, rejuvenation, and social connection. Whether it's a bridal shower, birthday celebration, corporate wellness retreat, or simply a gathering of friends, a well-planned spa day can create lasting memories and promote overall well-being.
The Rising Trend of Wellness Social Gatherings
With the rise of COVID-19 control measures and ongoing concerns about travel and returning to work, wellness social gatherings have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional outings. Instead of dinners or bar meetups, people are now seeking experiences that promote health and relaxation. Spa days provide the perfect setting for bonding in a luxurious environment while enjoying rejuvenating treatments.
Occasions Perfect for a Group Spa Day
Group spa days are versatile and can be tailored to suit various occasions:
Bridal Showers: Pamper the bride-to-be and her bridesmaids with a relaxing spa day before the bachelorette party. Custom spa packages can include food, beverages, and even yoga sessions. Settle in for a relaxing day of pampering and unparalleled personal service with your besties or bridesmaids before your bachelorette night out. Want a spa-themed Bridal Shower?
Baby Showers: Celebrate the upcoming arrival of a new baby with a tranquil spa getaway. Enjoy delicious appetizers, mocktails, and mini-spa services with close friends. Celebrate the occasion of your great arrival with good friends in the comfort and tranquility of The Spa at Palmer House.
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Birthdays: Make a memorable 180-degree pivot from the noise and crowds with a spa soiree. You and your guests will look and feel your best. Celebrating yet another birthday at yet another bar?
Corporate Events/Client Outings: A corporate event or client outing at The Spa is a unique and unexpected departure from the ordinary. Impress your guests with an unforgettable event where you bond together in a luxurious environment, enjoy catered food and beverage and relax during your spa service.
Friends' Weekends: Planning a friends' weekend, blending serene surroundings with personalized spa experiences. Whether you're local or planning a weekend away, our team is here to help you unwind and recharge together.
Wellness Retreats: Host a yoga or wellness retreat at a spa. These retreats can integrate mind, body, and spirit through various activities, ranging from soothing, mindful events to yoga. Let The Spa at Palmer House host your next yoga or Chicago wellness retreat. We’re the ideal setting to integrate mind, body, and spirit through various activities ranging from soothing, mindful events to neon disco yoga.
Creating a Memorable Spa Experience
To ensure a successful group spa day, consider the following elements:
Choosing the Right Spa
- Ambiance: Look for a spa that offers a relaxing and luxurious environment. Consider the size of the spa and whether it can accommodate your group comfortably. We have one of the largest spas and it is the perfect place to host your event.
- Services: Select a spa that offers a variety of treatments to cater to different preferences. This may include massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and body treatments. Guests can choose from our menu of day spa and med spa treatments, available at select locations to enjoy a spa day specially curated for you and your party guests.
Customizing Your Spa Package
Many spas offer customizable packages for groups. Work with the spa coordinator to create a personalized experience that meets your group's specific needs and interests. A completly customizable package! Great for work parties, meetings, book clubs, birthdays and showers.
Food and Beverage
Enhance the spa experience with catered food and beverages. Many spas offer menus with healthy and delicious options. For a complete turnkey experience, we can cater food and beverages for you from our hotel or local vendors. Food and Beverage menu available upon check-in.
Spa Treatment Options and Upgrades
Spas offer a wide array of treatments to cater to diverse needs and preferences. Here's a glimpse into some popular options and potential upgrades:
Massage Therapy
Massage is a cornerstone of any spa experience, offering relaxation, pain relief, and improved circulation. Several upgrades can enhance the massage:
- Deep Tissue Upgrade: Targets deeper layers of muscle tissue for chronic pain relief. Price: \$15
- Pregnancy Upgrade: Designed for the specific needs of pregnant women. Price: \$15
- Hot Herbal Towel Treatment: Infuses warmth and aromatherapy for enhanced relaxation. Price: \$15
- Express Peppermint Foot Reflexology: Stimulates pressure points on the feet to promote overall well-being. Price: \$15
- Express Hand Reflexology: Similar to foot reflexology, but focuses on the hands. Price: \$15
- Full Body Dry Brush and Take Home Dry Brush: Exfoliates and stimulates lymphatic drainage. Price: \$20
- Custom Comfort: Extends the massage by 15 minutes for targeted attention. Price: \$25
- Lavender Scalp Treatment: Soothes the scalp and promotes relaxation. Price: \$25
- Warm Sugar Back and Shoulder Scrub: Exfoliates and softens the skin. Price: \$25
- Mini Hot Stone Treatment with Pain Relief Cream Upgrade: Uses heated stones and pain-relieving cream to ease muscle tension. Price: \$30
- Mini Hot Stone Treatment with Arnica Upgrade: Combines hot stones with arnica to reduce inflammation and pain. Price: \$30
- Two side by side Relaxation Massages: Two side by side Relaxation Massages performed in our beautiful couple's room.
Facials
Facials are designed to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, leaving it radiant and refreshed. Organic facials use natural ingredients to nourish and protect the skin.
- Organic Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Mask: Exfoliates and brightens the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Barbados Cherry Enzyme Mask: Rich in antioxidants to protect and revitalize the skin. Price: \$35
- Organic Blueberry Detox Peel: Detoxifies and rejuvenates the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Arctic Berry Peptide Peel: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Price: \$45
- Organic Mangosteen Lactic Acid: Gently exfoliates and hydrates the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Salicylic Peel: Treats acne and blemishes. Price: \$45
- Dermaplaning: Removes dead skin cells and vellus hair for smoother skin. Price: \$65
- LED Light Therapy (Red and Blue): Addresses various skin concerns, such as acne and aging. Price: \$50
- Organic Lip Treatment: Hydrates and plumps the lips. Price: \$15
- Organic Eye Treatment: Reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. Price: \$15
- Lavender Scalp Treatment: Soothes the scalp and promotes relaxation. Price: \$25
- Extra Extractions: \$25
Oxygen Facials
Oxygen facials infuse the skin with pure oxygen and nourishing ingredients for a radiant glow.
- Organic Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Mask: Exfoliates and brightens the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Blueberry Detox Peel: Detoxifies and rejuvenates the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Arctic Berry Peptide Peel: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Price: \$45
- Organic Mangosteen Lactic Acid: Gently exfoliates and hydrates the skin. Price: \$45
- Organic Salicylic Peel: Treats acne and blemishes. Price: \$45
- Dermaplaning: Removes dead skin cells and vellus hair for smoother skin. Price: \$65
- LED Light Therapy (Red and Blue): Addresses various skin concerns, such as acne and aging. Price: \$50
- Organic Lip Treatment: Hydrates and plumps the lips. Price: \$15
- Organic Eye Treatment: Reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. Price: \$15
- Lavender Scalp Treatment: Soothes the scalp and promotes relaxation. Price: \$15
- Extra Extractions: \$20
Hydrafacials
Hydrafacials use a patented technology to cleanse, exfoliate, extract, and hydrate the skin.
- Dermaplaning: Removes dead skin cells and vellus hair for smoother skin. Price: \$65
- Lip Treatment (Perk): Hydrates and plumps the lips. Price: \$45
- Eye Treatment (Perk): Reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. Price: \$45
- Custom Booster + LED Light Therapy: Targets specific skin concerns with a customized serum and LED light therapy. Price: \$60
- Hydrafacial Mechanical Lymphatic Drainage: Stimulates lymphatic drainage to reduce puffiness and detoxify the skin. Price: \$75
- Neck Add On: Extends the Hydrafacial treatment to the neck. Price: \$50
- Neck & Decollete Add On: Extends the Hydrafacial treatment to the neck and décolleté. Price: \$95
Nail Services
Manicures and pedicures are a classic spa treatment that leaves your hands and feet looking and feeling their best.
- Dazzle Dry: A quick-drying and long-lasting nail polish. Price: \$15
- Callous Therapy: Softens and removes calluses for smoother feet. Price: \$15
- Foot Massage: Relaxes and rejuvenates tired feet. Price: \$15
- Paraffin Add On: Softens and hydrates the skin on the hands and feet. Price: \$10
Other popular packages:
- Couples Retreat: Our newest package includes your choice of a 60 or 90 minute Couples Massage & Soak, a side by side pedicure, and paraffin on both your hands and feet.
- Choose from any two of our 60-minute treatments, such as a massage or facial and 30 minute add on - our foot treatment, or an aromatherapy scalp massage.
- Nourish your mind and body with a 30 minute Body Polish, 90 minute Relaxation Massage, 90 minute Signature Facial, a pedicure, and ending with your choice of either gel polish or a paraffin add-on to your pedicure. Lunch will be served during your pedicure.
Group Booking Information and Agreements
Most spas have specific policies for group bookings to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
- Group Size: Group Booking Information and Agreement Please review our group booking information for parties of 5 or more (subject to change due to occasion and services) and complete our Group Booking Form so that we may best accommodate your needs.
- Gratuity: A standard gratuity is often added to group bookings. 20% Gratuity - $40
- Spa Coordinator: Hosts will be assigned to a Natural Body Spa Coordinator, who will assist you with your special day, and ensure a wonderful experience for all of your party.
- Booking Agreement: Please download the Group Booking Agreement here and contact the Natural Body Spa & SkinReMEDI location to reserve your special day.
Special Offers and Discounts
Many spas offer special deals and discounts for groups, especially during certain times of the year. Keep an eye out for promotions such as:
- New Guest Discounts: ☀️ Summer Welcome: $20 Off for New GuestsNew to Natural Body? We’d love to treat you. Enjoy $20 Off your first massage, facial, or Hydrafacial over $100.* Use code #SUMMER20 to save when you call or book online!
- Seasonal Discounts: As the school year begins, teachers and parents are invited to enjoy some well-deserved self-care. From August 1 through September 30, take 20% off spa services Sundays-Thursdays at The Spa at La Costa.
- Group Discounts: Receive 10% off parties of 3 or more.
The Spa at Palmer House: A Chicago Example
The Spa at Palmer House in Chicago offers a unique and luxurious experience for group events. As a minority-owned business in the heart of Chicago's Loop, they cater to both hotel guests and local businesses. With a 9,000 square foot space, they can create unforgettable soirees for various occasions. Who We AreWe are a minority owned business in the heart of Chicago's Loop. Our staff is what defines diversity. We have been operating the spa since 2017 and catered to hotel and local business. In our beautiful, 9 thousand square foot space we will create an unforgettable soirée that will impress your guests.
Gould’s Salon Spa: A Blend of Style and Self-Care
Gould's Salon Spa offers a comprehensive range of services, blending artistry with precision to ensure clients not only look fabulous but also feel healthy and vibrant. From expert colorists crafting personalized hair looks to aestheticians providing rejuvenating med-spa facial treatments, Gould’s is dedicated to enhancing natural beauty with cutting-edge techniques and luxurious, natural ingredients.