Best of Citysearch Spas in Portland

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Updated: October 22, 2009

It's time to get pampered. We're kicking off our Best of Citysearch campaign to seek out your favorite places for relaxing spa treatments, drop-dead gorgeous hairstyles and bronze-worthy tans. If you have a few in mind, just go to that business listing on our site, click on the "Nominate for Best of Citysearch" tab and vote! To get you in the spirit, here are a few of my personal favorites.

Where to get Pampered

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Loyly Sauna
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    2713 SE 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97202 (map)

    SPA: Eastsiders retreat to this Scandinavian-inspired, communal-style facility to unwind in the cedar sauna, wet steam room and relaxation lounge. A bonus for you gals: The spa is open to women only for select hours on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Men, you get your chance for privacy Sunday from 10am to 2pm.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended The Pointe Day Spa
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    4800 NE Belknap Ct, Hillsboro, OR 97124 (map)

    MASSAGE: True, the suburban, strip mall surroundings don’t exactly scream restful retreat. But behind the walls at this Hillsboro day spa, soccer moms and retirees relax under the hands of a practiced masseuse. Go with a classic Swedish massage (and add aromatherapy at no charge) or opt for the hot stone massage to serve as the perfect antidote to a rainy Northwest day.

  3. 3 3 Star Rating: Average March Wellness
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    3303 SW Bond Ave, Portland, OR 97239 (map)

    HEALTH CLUB: OHSU staff ride the shiny tram down the hill to this sleek, window-walled wellness center to join South Waterfront condo-dwellers in the well-appointed weight training and cardio rooms. Also available to members: boot camps, a dodgeball league and classes in everything from stress reduction to healthy cooking.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average 220 Salon Inc
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    220 SW Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97204 (map)

    HAIR SALON: With its effaced brick walls, gilded gold mirrors and hipster stylists, this salon attracts a regular twenty-something clientele searching for the perfect cut and color. Educated, honest stylists transform your hair into the style of your choosing and successfully give you a cut that grants you more good hair days than bad.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Core Power Yoga
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    2277 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

    YOGA STUDIO: At this national yoga company’s two Portland branches, lithe yogis salute the sun and sweat out toxins in calming studios. Rigorous hot yoga sessions remain a favorite with students, as does the studio’s offer of a free week of unlimited yoga classes to first-time students.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Blush Beauty Bar
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    513 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

    BEAUTY BOUTIQUE: Rather than shop for beauty products at a department store, the “shop local” crowd visits this girly, hot pink beauty boutique. The upbeat staff helps shoppers test and select the right products from an array of lines including Lorac, NARS and Butter London. Don’t forget: The staff also offers services ranging from a 15-minute makeup touch up to an anti-aging eye treatment called the Sidecar.

  7. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average Aveda Institute
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    325 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

    BUDGET SERVICES: Thrifty Pearl District condo dwellers spend their beauty bucks on trims, highlights and services at this training salon. By opting for a cut with a student over a professional stylist, they save a buck on every service and yet still look as polished as their spend-happy neighbors.

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