Des Moines · Polk County, IA
Wellness in Des Moines
Scout analyzed 110 Des Moines places and surfaced the ones that actually fit wellness.
Places analyzed
110
Matches
13
Typical spend
$250
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for wellness
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Wellness
Lympha Spa & Massage
Lympha Spa & Massage is suitable for a solo wellness break or a special occasion. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $80-$150 for a typical service.
Wellness
Maple Spa & Massage
Maple Spa & Massage is suitable for a relaxing solo treatment or a shared wellness experience. Expect a visit of about an hour, costing roughly $70-$150 per person.
Wellness
Lemon Massage Therapy and Skin Care
Lemon Massage Therapy is ideal for a solo wellness break or a special treat. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $80-$150 for a session, making it a standalone activity for relaxation.
North of Grand
Massage Heights Ingersoll
Massage Heights is good for an hour-long, relaxing solo or couples wellness treatment. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person for a service, requiring a reservation in advance.
Wellness
Optimize Wellness & Aesthetics - West Des Moines
This spa is suitable for a relaxing solo escape or a quiet pampering session, likely requiring 1-3 hours. Expect to spend $100-$300 per person for treatments, typically a main outing.
Wellness
Aveda Institute Des Moines
Aveda Institute offers discounted salon and spa services performed by students, making it a good option for a budget-friendly pampering session. Expect a visit to last 1-2 hours, costing roughly $30-$80 for a service.
Prairie Trail
Spavia
A spa visit is a dedicated wellness experience typically lasting 1.5-3 hours. Expect to spend $100-$300 per person for services like massages or facials. This can be a standalone treat or paired with a quiet meal afterward.
East Village
Salon Spa W
This beauty salon and spa is a good stop for personal care and pampering, often paired with an evening out. Expect to spend 1-3 hours and between $50-$250 per person for services.
Wellness
Coachlight Clinic & Spa
This spa is suitable for a relaxing solo treat or a special occasion with friends. Plan for a 2-3 hour visit and expect to spend $100-$300 per person for services.
Wellness
Serenity Couture Salon & Spa
This salon and spa is suitable for a solo self-care outing or as part of a pre-event pampering session, typically lasting 1-3 hours and costing $50-250 per person depending on services.
Wellness
Serenity Spa & Facials Des Moines
This spa is best for a solo self-care outing or a relaxing treat. Expect to spend 1.5-3 hours and $100-$250 per person for services like facials or massages.
East Village
East Village Spa
This spa is suitable for a relaxing solo or group wellness experience, such as facials or massages. Plan for a 1.5 to 3-hour visit, with services typically costing $75-$200 per person.
Wellness
The Spa at West Glen
The Spa at West Glen is suitable for a relaxing solo treat or a special occasion with friends, often paired with lunch nearby. Expect a visit of 2-3 hours, with services typically costing $100-$300 per person.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
What Scout found
- 13 of the 110 analyzed Des Moines places fit wellness.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 85% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Quiet, Upscale, Educational.
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