The 8 Best Spa Hotels in Chicago (2025)

A city break in fast-paced Chicago often means jammed-packed days exploring the museums, architecture, thriving restaurant scene, and thrumming nightlife. Therefore, a little planned downtime in your hotel's spa ensures the perfect pick-me-up. With this in mind, our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you a collection of the best spa hotels in Chicago. Whether you are on a getaway with your friends and want an intimate boutique with a spa that offers a wide range of beauty treatments or you are in the market for an award-winning spa at one of the city's five-stars, there is plenty to choose from. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your break?

For a boutique stay

• Ruby Room is a small boutique hotel with the amenities of a much larger property. Book this for the bold modern design, access to a kitchen, the intimate feel, and (of course) the spa which offers a good range of therapeutic and beauty treatments. A great choice for a weekend getaway with friends.
• Claridge House offers boutique luxury for those on a budget with its homely, stylish rooms. Expect Netflix, spa showers and eclectic artwork, plus a French bistro-style bar. The Spa at the Gold Coast offers a range of treatments and massages using quality products for a blissful pampering session.

For the city views

• Luxurious Ritz Carlton Chicago occupies floors between the 12th & 30th storeys of a Lake Michigan tower. Serene rooms feel like you're floating in the sky with phenomenal views and cloud-like beds. With a spa overseen by the experts at Kalma Spas plus rooftop yoga — this is city indulgence at its best.
• For a sophisticated stay with breathtaking views, The St Regis Chicago fits the bill. Unwind at the large indoor pool or relax at the spa with a sauna, steam room, and rejuvenating massage treatments. Refined dining experiences including Miru, Japanese and Tre Dita Cucina Toscana, Italian both set in elegant surroundings.

• Escape to the ultimate retreat. Spa@theWit is a peaceful, urban oasis located on the 5th floor of theWit Hotel boasting an extensive range of treatments. Add in high ceilings, bold flashes of colour all around, an excellent on-site restaurant, large windows with skyline views, plus a rooftop bar and this hotel really makes a statement. 

For a five star

• The Peninsula Chicago stands out for its perfectly central location and its dignified grandeur. Expect luxury touches such as specially commissioned artworks and glorious soaking tubs with epic city views. With three award-winning restaurants and a spa that offers treatments inspired by Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies — you'll wish for nothing here.
• The Langham Chicago is another well positioned option located on the river in downtown. Elegant rooms are classic in their design with views from picture windows stealing the show. Amenities include an exclusive members' club, gym, restaurant, bar and indoor pool. While the award-winning Chuan Spa offers a range of holistic treatments.

For families

• Four Seasons Chicago is a luxury offering with excellent amenities and classic design. Adults will enjoy the full-service spa, hot tub and bar, while kids will be kept entertained at the kids' club or playing in the indoor pool. With family suites and a concierge very willing to plan a day out with kids, this is a great choice for a family city break.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse our list of the best places to stay in Chicago.
• Refine your search and look at the best hotels in West Loop, Chicago or the best hotels with rooftop pools in Chicago.
• Check out all our recommendations in Illinois.
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.