Hollywood Spas

Located in the W, Hollywood's hot hotel of the moment, Bliss is leading Hollywood spas in a more contemporary, light-hearted direction. The spa menu includes a movie while you manicure and pedicure, men's high-tech hideaway, the Ginger Rub and Hangover Herbie. A complete spa that offers their guests olive, cheese snacks, and world famous brownies. www.blissworld.com

Across the street from Palms Thai restaurant, the best Thai restaurant in town. Thai massage, also known as Thai Yoga Massage, has a history dating back to the Buddha. The authentic practice uses yoga stretches and acupressure to relax and invigorate the body. Don't get a Thai massage after a big meal, get the massage first and then invigorate your taste buds with a bowl of chicken larb at Palms Thai. You'll be so relaxed, you may mistake the Thai Elvis for the real deal.

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In Loews Hotel a short walk from the Hollywood/Highland Metro Station, Spa Luce takes the art of botanical infused therapies to a new level. Try the signature Hammam Ritual, a five-step practice based on the traditions of the old Turkish bath houses. The Hammam Ritual uses mint tea, coffee, olive stones and fresh lemons to spice up a vigorous scrub. Soak up the health benefits of aromatherapy massage, using cardamom, jasmine, bergamot, amber and cloves. Or get a vitamin rich MDT5 facial, a treatment popular with L.A.'s top models. www.spaluce.com

A short walk from the Hollywood and Vine station, close to the Music Box and the W hotel is Thai Orchid Massage. Don't let the slightly grungy strip mall fool you. Some of the best Hollywood spas are hidden in drab, everyday surroundings. The no frills atmosphere is made-up for by the skilled massage therapists. The more affordable one of the Hollywood spas; a 1 hour massage is just under $50.