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Spas
Pamper yourself this summer at some of the area's premier spas
THE SPORTS CLUB/LA SPLASH SPA
Philosophy
After a hard workout or hard
day at work, The Sports Club/
LA Splash Spa promises to
be a welcome retreat from
the city and the stresses of
everyday life.
Specialty Treatment
Afternon Chai body treatment-
The trained clinicians
will use an herbal spice rub
to revitalize skin, and then
will apply a healing Chai Tea
Mud Body Mask.
Basics
Featuring massage, facials,
microdermabrasion, waxing
and full body treatments.
For relaxation, or a kickstart
to fitness and fat loss,
try their half-day, full day
or weeklong Destination
CitySpa Packages.
Something Extra
For a finishing touch, Roche
Salon at The Sports Club/LA
Splash Spa will define your
look with a complete spectrum
of hair and nail care
services. For a bite to eat,
dine on Asian influenced
food at the Club Bar.
Location Info
1170 22nd Street, N.W. at M
Street
(202) 974-6600
www.thesportsclubla.com
THE SPA AT
MANDARIN ORIENTAL
Philosophy
The signature Spa has
14,000 square feet of total
luxury. Inspired by these
ancient cultures, Mandarin
Oriental has created a treatment
concept which merges
techniques and philosophies
from around the world into a
potent blend of treatments.
Specialty Treatment
The Purva Karma Four-
Hand Synchronized
Massage combines the synchrony
of advanced rolling
and stretching movements
with long deep strokes using
oils enriched with fragrant
spices of India.
Basics
All treatments are booked
as a 2 hour minimum “Time
Rituals,” which are customized
and personalized once
the guest arrives. Treatments
include massage, facials, full
body treatments, and holistic
hand and foot treatments.
Something Extra
The hotel has two fantastic
restaurants to tempt your
taste buds. Whether you
are dining at the acclaimed
CityZen or eating Asianinfused
cuisine on the patio
at Café MoZU, the dishes will
surely please even the most
discerning palettes.
Location Info
1330 Maryland Ave., S.W.
(202) 787 6100
www.mandarinoriental.com
TOKA SALON
AND DAY SPA
Philosophy
Salon owner Nuri Yurt and
his staff have a loyal following
of some of the city’s
most high-profile clients for
coiffing and makeup application.
The functional day
spa also entices their busy
clients to indulge in their
many spa treatments.
Specialty Treatment
Try one of the revitalizing
facials, such as the Aroma
facial or the Vitamin ACE
facial and have the therapist
cleanse your troubles away.
Basics
Featuring massage, facials,
microdermabrasion, waxing
and full body treatments;
manicure and pedicure
and makeup application, in
addition to the full service
hair salon.
Something Extra
Toka often offers regular
events for its clients, including
the open houses which feature
complimentary neck massages,
champagne, makeup
and hair consultations and a
gift bag of goodies.
Location Info
3251 Prospect Street, N.W.
Suites 19 & 20
(202) 333-5133
801 Pennsylvania Avenue,
N.W.(202) 628-5133
www.tokasalon.com
SOMAFIT
Philosophy
The modern aesthetic was
designed by the esteemed
team of Adamstein& Demetriou Architects. The
trendy and bright décor of th
fitness area is a nice compliment
to the calm and soothing
upstairs spa area.
Specialty Treatment
After too much sun, sand,
work or late nights, your skin
starts to show the stress. The
Vitamin C facial will bring
your skin back to health.
Basics
Featuring massage, facials,
body treatments, manicures,
pedicures, waxing and a
state-of-the-art gym with a
focus on personal training
and two fitness studios (for
yoga, Pilates, stretching,
strength and cardio).
Something Extra
The a la carte approach to
fitness is refreshing. It will
prompt you to couple your
body treatment with a session
of Pilates, yoga or personal
training.
Location Info
2121 Wisconsin Ave., N.W.
(202) 965-2121
www.somafit.com
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