Agua Spa South Beach Miami FL Spa Review
The lowdown: As if you needed another reason to visit the Mondrian in South Beach, Morgans Hotel Group throws in Agua Spa — because it can. The 4,000-square-foot space created by celebrity designer Marcel Wanders — meaning lots of white walls and accents, plus larger-than-life furniture — features six treatment rooms, a princess area for mani-pedis and locker rooms with steam showers and sauna.
From facials and massages to pedicures and makeup application, the menu can be overwhelming but is not necessarily overpriced. And, if you’re into exclusivity, Agua is the only spa in the United States that carries nontoxic nail polish line Butter London and Swedish skincare line sjal.
The ‘hood: On SoBe’s West Avenue, Agua has a neighborhood day spa feel, yet with the amenities of a swanky hotel. Park at the hourly-rate garage on 10th Street or valet at the hotel; spa clients get a discounted rate of $15.
The vibe: Surprisingly simple and relaxed. Uncharacteristic of a SoBe spa, expect to find simplicity, kind service and decent prices.
The highlights: The Milk and Honey body treatment (60 minutes, $140) sounds sticky, but this signature treatment is all sweetness complemented with a gentle massage. Suffering from northeast tourist syndrome? Try the Vitamin Infusion facial ($250, 60 minutes) that will blast you with enough sun protection and moisturizer plus six essential vitamins to keep your skin glowing. Make those toes beach-ready with the Ultimate Pedicure ($90, 75 minutes), which includes an antioxidant-infused soak, a color consultation and paraffin wax treatment. If after a night on the town you’re dreaming of an in-room massage, get the After Hours Aqua Massage ($240, 60 minutes) available until midnight. As an added bonus, a spa menu from hotel restaurant Asia de Cuba and poolside services are available.
The sweet deal: Mention this story and get 20 percent off any spa service until June 30.
