The Spa at La Bahia: who can go, signature treatments and practicals
The Spa at La Bahia is a full-service rooftop spa at La Bahia Hotel and Spa in Santa Cruz open daily 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; it admits only guests 18 and older. Signature 80-minute journeys include La Paz de La Bahía (CBD-infused massage) and Tides of Tranquility (dry brushing, sound bowl, seaweed wrap).
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Who can go: age and access rules
The Spa at La Bahia is open to guests 18 years and older; guests under 18 are not permitted in the spa. This is separate from the hotel’s overall family-friendly policy — children of all ages are welcome at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, but not in the spa facilities.
Pool and poolside Plunge area are reserved for adult hotel guests and spa members; families can use other hotel amenities and the nearby Santa Cruz Main Beach.
- Spa minimum age: 18 years
- Hotel minimum check-in age: 21 for the main guest on the reservation
- Pool and hot tub are adults-only areas (reserved for hotel guests and spa members)
Signature treatments you can book
The spa highlights several Signature Journeys that run about 80 minutes. La Paz de La Bahía begins with a sublingual CBD tincture followed by a massage using arnica, ginger and organic hemp-derived CBD.
Tides of Tranquility is an 80-minute ritual-style service that starts with dry brushing, includes a sound bowl ceremony and a full-body massage with seaweed wraps. The spa also lists an 80-minute La Bahia Signature Radiance Facial among its signature offerings.
- La Paz de La Bahía — 80 minutes; CBD tincture + CBD-infused massage with arnica and ginger
- Tides of Tranquility — 80 minutes; dry brushing, sound bowl ceremony, full-body massage and seaweed wrap
- La Bahia Signature Radiance Facial — 80 minutes (listed as a signature facial journey)
| Treatment | Length | Key elements |
|---|---|---|
| La Paz de La Bahía | 80 minutes | Sublingual CBD tincture; CBD-infused massage with arnica & ginger |
| Tides of Tranquility | 80 minutes | Dry brushing; sound bowl; full-body massage; seaweed wrap |
| La Bahia Signature Radiance Facial | 80 minutes | Signature facial journey (add-ons available) |
Spa facilities and treatment rooms
The Spa at La Bahia has a total of four indoor and four outdoor treatment rooms, plus a vitality pool and a Zen deck with ocean views. The facility includes his/hers steam rooms and an outdoor sauna.
Treatment spaces and relaxation areas are designed with a Moorish/Mediterranean influence, drawing inspiration from historic saltwater bathhouses and local marine life.
- 4 indoor treatment rooms; 4 outdoor treatment rooms
- Vitality pool and Zen deck overlooking the ocean
- His/hers steam rooms and an outdoor sauna
How to book, change or cancel appointments
The Spa at La Bahia requests at least 24 hours' notice for single-service cancellations or changes and 48 hours for multiple-treatment bookings. For exact booking steps and availability, contact the hotel or the spa directly through the hotel's reservations channels.
Spa hours are daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; book early for weekend or evening slots, as capacity and outdoor-room availability can be limited.
- Spa hours: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. daily
- Cancellation/change policy: 24 hours for single services; 48 hours for multiple treatments
- Contact the hotel’s reservations team or front desk to arrange spa bookings
Practicals: arrival, what to bring and accessibility
Arrive a few minutes early to use the locker and relaxation areas; the spa provides robes and towels. The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities and the spa is listed as accessible in the hotel's accessibility information.
If you plan to drive, note the hotel's valet parking policy and fees on the property site; check the front desk for directions to the spa and any pre-treatment instructions.
- Bring: photo ID (hotel may require it at check-in), any health notes or contraindications
- Spa provides robes, towels and treatment-room amenities
- Spa and hotel offer wheelchair-accessible options
Location and nearby activities
La Bahia Hotel and Spa sits at 215 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, directly across from Main Beach and a short walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The spa occupies rooftop/upper floors with ocean-facing views.
Combine a spa visit with a beach walk, a ride on the Boardwalk, or dining at the hotel’s restaurants — High Tide (dinner), Low Tide Bar & Grill (breakfast and all-day dining) and Pearl (cocktails and morning coffee).
- Address: 215 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Nearby: Main Beach, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf
- On-site dining useful before/after spa: High Tide, Low Tide Bar & Grill, Pearl
