The San Francisco Bay Area, known as the Bay Area or simply the Bay, is a metropolitan region in Northern California. The region includes large cities including San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, along with smaller urban areas. The Bay area consists of nine counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma.

HALF MOON BAY DAY SPAS

Half Moon Bay is a coastal town in San Mateo County. At the north edge of Half Moon bay is the big wave surf area known as Mavericks, off Pillar Point.  Half Moon Bay is approximately 25 miles south of San Francisco and 45 miles north of Santa Cruz.

Day Guests Welcome at the Spa at the Ritz Carlton, Half Moon Bay Derived from the Latin phrase, "sanitas per aqua," the word spa is an acronym literally meaning "health through water."  Following this tradition of caring for the body and soul, guests entering the 16,000-square-foot Spa will discover calming views of the Pacific Ocean and enjoy the comforting sounds of the sea inside with tranquility fountains throughout the facility.  The Spa features 16 treatment rooms, gentlemen and ladies' lounges with whirlpool, steam rooms and sauna facilities.  For a tranquil respite before or after treatments, guests can relax in the candlelit co-ed Roman Mineral Bath (pictured above) or at the oceanfront Jacuzzi. Overlooking the ocean and gazebo lawn, the fitness center features cardio and weight training equipment, a variety of free-standing weight machines and daily classes in the aerobics and heated yoga studio.

Primrose Country Day Spa 630 Purissima Street Half Moon Bay,CA 94019 650-726-1244 At Primrose Country Day Spa, you can indulge in services designed to relax and rejuvenate the body and soul such as: body wraps,  European facials, massages, pedicures, and electrolysis, to name just a few.  Spa packages are also available, customized to fit your individual needs.

MENLO PARK DAY SPAS

The town of Menlo Park (with the name derived from Menlough County Ireland) grew up around the Menlo Park railroad station.  It is home to the show gardens of Sunset Magazine, Saint Patrick Archdiocesan Seminary and University and adjacent to Stanford University.

Day Guests Welcome at Sense, A Rosewood Spa® The Spa at Rosewood Sand Hill features an elegant design which embraces its natural surroundings.  Personalized service, coupled with an environment in harmony with the peace and beauty of Rosewood Sand Hill, ensure a tranquil escape for resort guests and locals alike. The spa offers 13 treatment rooms and an array of personalized services inspired by local traditions and abundant natural resources. The men's and women's locker rooms each feature a relaxation area, wet lounge and outdoor courtyard with a whirlpool. At the center of the spa, a co-ed relaxation lounge opens into a courtyard with a soothing fountain. The spa also features a Duet Suite with outdoor garden and whirlpool, movement studio, full-service hair salon and spa cafe.
Day Guests are welcome at Sense, A Rosewood Spa® Mondays through Wednesdays, book a 60-minute treatment and enjoy an additional 30 minutes complimentary.  Thursdays, book a 90-minute body treatment and enjoy a complimentary Essential Manicure.

SAN MATEO DAY SPAS

San Mateo is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is one of the larger suburbs on the San Francisco Peninsula, located between Burlingame to the north, Foster City to the East, and Belmont to the south.

KAYE BEAUMONT
Skin Care Botanicals for Men, Women & Teens
18 North San Mateo Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401
650-348-0252
Since 1969, Kaye Beaumont has been setting the standard in international skin care. Trained in London, Paris, Germany, New York and Australia, Kaye Beaumont holds a diploma from C.I.D.E.S.C.O. (Comite Internationale d'Esthetiques et de Cosmetologie), a body formed in 1946 to establish a high standard of professional ability and integrity, and to create a link between doctors, plastic surgeons, cosmetic chemists and other beauty experts. From her first clinic in Ipswich, Australia, to her first esthetic school in Northern Australia to her move into the American esthetic movement, Kaye Beaumont has garnered a reputation for excellence in products, treatments and training.  In 1979, Kaye Beaumont opened her first European Skin Care & Electrolysis Clinics in San Mateo, California. Today, she is well known for her interstate lectures at various cosmetic, medical and health seminars, and has lectured to both the Plastic Surgery Department and the Department of Dermatology at Stanford University.

The Face & Body Studio
155 East 5th Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
650-375-8425
We specialize in clinical aesthetic treatments that end in beneficial results to you. We are practitioners of skin health which makes professionalism a priority in every facet of our spa. Our recommendations are based on thorough, individual evaluation and interactive consultations from which we develop a customized program. We provide constant education which empowers our clients to effectively manage their skin through its many phases and changes. Most of all, we are dedicated to you, to advance your education on the health and well being of your skin.

The Spa Studio
116 South B Street
San Mateo, CA 94401
650-685-4SPA (4772)
Welcome! Get that "destination spa" experience without all the mileage here at The Spa Studio, located in downtown San Mateo. Whether you're male or female, interested in anti-aging facial treatments or a soothing relaxation massage - you've come to the right place.  We pride ourselves on providing you with a high level of professional service and care. Our services are performed by skilled technicians using both high quality ingredients and techniques. We create a unique haven just for you - with luxury, relaxation and comfort - we re-create you.

Did you know we have a full page of Spas and Salons which offer THREADING SERVICES? Experience this unique hair removal service by using our guide to Threading Artists.

TIP: Don't see a link for your day spa destination of choice? Don't overlook making use of a hotel spa for the day.  Many resorts and hotels encourage non-guests to use the spa for the day (although some charge a modest access fee). Often, Resort Spa facilities will offer day guests services by the hour, or full day programs, quiet rooms, relaxation areas, reading materials, cafes, and other facilities which make for a lovely day escape, without the cost of staying overnight.