Best Spas in Ottawa

Ottawa's spa scene covers every style — from North America's largest Nordic thermal spa 15 minutes away to an intimate Victorian mansion day spa in ByWard Market and a boutique organic retreat in Manotick. Here are 7 pure spas worth the visit.

Nordic & Thermal Spas

1. Nordik Spa-Nature — North America's Largest

Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea (15 min from downtown Ottawa) is North America's largest spa. Seven outdoor thermal baths, 8 saunas, an infinity pool, and the Källa saltwater float pool (the largest of its kind outside the Dead Sea). 12,700+ Google reviews with a 4.4 rating.


Spa Village Access	$99/person
Relaxation Massage	$138
Källa saltwater float	+$58
Hours	Mon-Thu 9am-11pm, Fri-Sat 8:30am-12am, Sun 8:30am-11pm
Google	4.4 (12,717)

Neighbourhood: Chelsea, QC (16 Chemin Nordik)

2. Kōena Spa — Budget Nordic

Kōena Spa in Aylmer is just 5 minutes across the river from downtown Ottawa. 50,000 sq ft of Nordic thermal experience at a much more affordable price than Nordik. Google 4.2 with 3,000+ reviews.


Grand Escape	$49 (Sun-Thu) / $64 (Fri-Sat)
Mini Escape (after 5pm)	$39 (Sun-Thu) / $54 (Fri-Sat)
Massage 60 min	$115-$130
Hours	Daily 9am-10pm
Google	4.2 (3,035)

Neighbourhood: Aylmer, QC (1172 Chemin d'Aylmer)

3. UPPLIVA Nordic Spa — Urban Nordic

UPPLIVA Nordic Spa in Hintonburg brings the Nordic experience to downtown Ottawa. Cedar sauna, eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge, rain shower, and a fireplace lounge in an intimate urban setting. Google 4.8.


Services	Thermal circuit + hot stone massage + holistic facials
Hours	Tue 10am-5pm, Wed-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm
Google	4.8 (283)

Neighbourhood: Hintonburg (1140 Wellington St W)

Day Spas

4. Holtz Spa — Ottawa's Largest Day Spa

Holtz Spa occupies a restored 1870s Victorian mansion on Rideau Street — 10,000+ sq ft makes it Ottawa's largest full-service day spa. Massages, facials, body wraps, plus a hair salon and on-site restaurant. The Couples Romantic Retreat (80 min, two tables, two therapists) is the popular date option.


Setting	1870s Victorian mansion, 10,000+ sq ft
Services	Massage, facials, body wraps, salon, restaurant
Hours	Mon-Tue 9am-6pm, Wed-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Google	4.5 (575)

Neighbourhood: ByWard Market (135 Rideau St, 2nd floor)

5. Third Avenue Spa — Boutique Glebe Pick

Third Avenue Spa on Bank Street has been The Glebe's boutique day spa since 1999. Focused on quality facials using G.M. Collin and Yon-Ka products plus traditional esthetics. Near-perfect Google 4.9 with 264 reviews.


Specialty	Facials (G.M. Collin, Yon-Ka)
Since	1999
Google	4.9 (264)

Neighbourhood: The Glebe (784 Bank Street)

6. Peppermint Organic Spa — Heritage Romance

Peppermint Organic Spa + Medi Spa in Manotick combines organic day spa services with medical aesthetics in a heritage building. The upper-floor couples room has beamed ceilings, fireplaces, and a romantic setup that's made it a favourite for anniversaries. Google 4.9 with 1,000+ reviews.


Specialty	Organic facials, couples room
Also	Laser, microneedling, anti-aging
Setting	Heritage building, beamed ceilings, fireplaces
Google	4.9 (1,017)

Neighbourhood: Manotick (1131 Mill St)

Hotel Spa

7. Au Naturel Spa at Brookstreet — Kanata Luxury

Au Naturel Spa inside the Brookstreet Hotel in Kanata has 13 treatment rooms plus full access to the hotel's indoor saltwater pool, hot tub, and sauna. Spa packages from $125 (pedi+mani) up to the full-day B Royal at $380. Google 4.7 with 716 reviews.


Setting	Brookstreet Hotel, 13 treatment rooms
Pool/Spa access	Indoor saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna
Packages	$125-$380
Google	4.7 (716)

Neighbourhood: Kanata (525 Legget Drive)

The Quick Comparison

Spa	Type	Starting Price	Best For
Nordik Spa-Nature	Nordic (largest)	$99 access	Full day thermal experience
Kōena Spa	Nordic	$39 (after 5pm)	Budget thermal
UPPLIVA	Urban Nordic	Varies	Downtown Nordic, quick visit
Holtz Spa	Day spa	Package pricing	Largest day spa, couples
Third Avenue	Boutique day spa	Service-based	Facials, Glebe locals
Peppermint	Organic/Medi	Service-based	Organic, romantic couples
Au Naturel	Hotel spa	$125 package	Hotel spa + pool

Tips

North America's largest spa — Nordik Spa in Chelsea, 15 min from downtown.
Budget Nordic — Kōena Spa in Aylmer, $39 after 5pm.
Downtown Nordic — UPPLIVA in Hintonburg, no need to drive to Chelsea.
Best for couples — Holtz Spa (Couples Romantic Retreat) or Peppermint (heritage couples room).
Best facials — Third Avenue Spa in The Glebe, G.M. Collin and Yon-Ka products.
Hotel package — Au Naturel at Brookstreet includes pool + hot tub + sauna.
Best reviews — Third Avenue and Peppermint both Google 4.9.
Book ahead — Nordik weekends and Holtz couples packages fill up 1-2 weeks in advance.

FAQ

What is the best spa in Ottawa?

Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea (15 minutes from downtown Ottawa) is North America's largest spa with 7 outdoor thermal baths, 8 saunas, and an infinity pool — Google 4.4 with over 12,700 reviews. For day spas, Holtz Spa in a 1870s Victorian mansion is Ottawa's largest. Third Avenue Spa and Peppermint Organic Spa both have Google 4.9 ratings.

What is the closest Nordic spa to downtown Ottawa?

UPPLIVA Nordic Spa in Hintonburg is inside Ottawa city limits with a cedar sauna, eucalyptus steam room, and cold plunge. Kōena Spa in Aylmer is 5 minutes across the river with a 50,000 sq ft thermal facility. Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea is 15 minutes away and is the largest.

Where is the best couples spa in Ottawa?

Holtz Spa in ByWard Market offers a Couples Romantic Retreat (80-minute warm oil massage with two tables and two therapists). Peppermint Organic Spa in Manotick has a heritage couples room with beamed ceilings and fireplaces. Nordik Spa-Nature offers couples massages in a Nordic thermal setting.

How much does Nordik Spa cost?

Nordik Spa-Nature charges $99/person for Spa Village access. Relaxation Massage is $138, the Källa saltwater float add-on is $58, and facials start at $162. Robe rental is available for an extra fee. Full pricing at chelsea.lenordik.com.

What is the cheapest spa in Ottawa?

Kōena Spa in Aylmer has the most affordable thermal spa pricing — $39 for Mini Escape (after 5pm, Sun-Thu). Grand Escape is $49 Sun-Thu or $64 Fri-Sat. It's a 50,000 sq ft facility just 5 minutes from downtown Ottawa across the river.

Which Ottawa spa has the best Google reviews?

Third Avenue Spa in The Glebe (4.9 with 264 reviews) and Peppermint Organic Spa in Manotick (4.9 with 1,017 reviews) have the highest Google ratings. Nordik Spa-Nature has the most reviews overall (12,700+) with a 4.4 rating. UPPLIVA has 4.8.