Whether you’ve come to Las Vegas to party hard or to take a break from working hard, it’s a good idea to take a breather and enjoy the finer things in life.  And what better way to do that than to treat yourself with a relaxing spa retreat. 

Vegas Spas: Taking a Break at One of the Best Spas in Vegas

Here are some of the top Vegas spas offering unique and luxurious services to soothe your weary bones:

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Ultra-Hot New Vegas Spa Opening in Dec, 2008  

eleven spa vegas

The Vegas spa scene is about to receive a jolt of fashion and energy as the ELEVEN spa gets closer to its December, 2008 opening. 

This ultra-indulgent, ultra-chic spa is destined to become the newest hangout for celebrities in Vegas – thereby following in the footsteps of the ELEVEN spa in South Florida.  Frankly we can’t wait to see this hot new spa open.  Its definitely unique, and looks to be quite extraordinary.

 Top Vegas Spas on the Strip (that are currently open)

Qua Baths & Spa at Caesar’s Palace

Modeled after ancient Roman baths, this spa features “Roman Ritual” tubs and saunas and the “Hourglass Treatment”, a custom-tailored set of treatments.

Spa Bellagio at the Bellagio

Inside the 55,000 square-foot facility professionals offer complete spa and salon services. 

Watsu massage is their main specialty, but you may want to check out their detoxifying seaweed wrap if you’ve had a particularly indulgent vacation.

bathhouse Spa at THEHotel at Mandalay Bay

This 14,000-square-foot "elite" spa at THEHotel features pools of varying temperatures, exotic baths, 12 treatment rooms, and a flowing waterfall.   

The spa is unique from other Vegas spas in that it sports a European modern design with slate walls, marble floors and water features throughout.  

Spa at the Four Seasons

Relaxation is serious business here, with a number of popular massage treatments, eucalyptus steam rooms, and tranquil pools and hot tubs. 

Their four “Desert Oasis” skin treatments, one for each season, are a great way to recharge from wild desert nights.

Spa and Salon at Wynn

Like everything else at the Wynn Hotel, this 40,000 square-foot spa is a topnotch Vegas experience.  It offers a full array of spa, salon and barber services tailored to fit every client’s specific needs. 

Try their luxuriant Sake body treatment or “bioenergetic” custom facial.

Grand Spa and Health Club at MGM Grand

Offers a wide variety of services, including Thai, Indian, Turkish and Japanese massage styles. 

But what really sets this spa apart is the “SpaGen” nutrition consultation, which involves analyzing each client’s DNA in order to determine their nutritional needs and deficiencies.

Spa Mandalay at Mandalay Bay

Specializes in balancing Ayurvedic treatments in addition to more traditional spa offerings. 

Their aloe wrap is a must for those who have taken sunbathing to the extreme.

Up and Comers to the Vegas Spa Scene

While these spas all offer top of the line facilities and services, here are a couple of up and comers to the Vegas spa scene worth checking out:

The Spa at the Trump International Hotel and Tower

The large spa facility at the new hotel rivals more established spas with its unique gem-infused oil treatments, the serotonin-boosting “Kate facial”, and gender-specific treatments.

Drift Spa at Palms Place

This new spa features a chic, intimate atmosphere and a hammam, a traditional co-ed Turkish steam room. 

Also available are a number of extravagant treatments to detoxify, rejuvenate and calm your body.

Spas off the Strip -- Great Spas in Other Parts of Vegas

The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton

The 30,000 square-foot spa and salon facility offers massages, facials, salon services, a gym and great views of Lake Las Vegas. 

Try their Hydrating Blue Flowers Wrap to combat the effects of the desert air on your skin.

Spa at Red Rock Casino and Resort

In addition to a wide variety of spa treatments, Red Rock features guided outdoor activity packages at the nearby Red Rock Canyon. 

A great break from the neon and glitz of the Strip.

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Photo credts:  Photo of woman having a spa bath (article top) at the bathhouse spa at THEHotel is courtesy of MGM Mirage.  Photos of Spa Bellagio at the Bellagio, bathhouse Spa at THEHotel at Mandalay Bay, Spa Mandalay at Mandalay Bay, Spa Mandalay at Mandalay Bay are courtesy of MGM Mirage.  Photos of the other spas are courtesy of their respective parent hotels.