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Best Spas in Kelowna
Kelowna Team
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Summary
Where to get a good massage, facial, or sauna session in Kelowna, with prices, hours, parking tips, and which places to skip.
In this article:
The best spas in Kelowna are KurSpa at Sparkling Hill in Vernon for hydrotherapy, Damara Day Spa downtown, and Tality Wellness downtown for a sauna and cold plunge. This guide covers where to get a massage, facial, or sauna session around Kelowna, with price ranges, parking notes, and the catch at each.
| Spa | Area | Price range | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| KurSpa at Sparkling Hill | Vernon | $150–$300+ | Hydrotherapy circuit |
| Damara Day Spa | Downtown | $100–$250 | Organic products |
| Tality Wellness | Downtown | $50–$90 | Sauna and cold plunge |
| Amora Day Spa | Downtown | $90–$180 | Facials |
| Beyond Wrapture Day Spa | Harvey Ave | $100–$200 | Vinotherapy |
| Namaste Day Spa | Landmark | $100–$220 | Ayurvedic head massage |
| Room and Pillar Spa | Harvey Ave | $45–$130 | Salt cave |
| Spa at the Cove | West Kelowna | $110–$250 | Lakeside day out |
| Zahra Salon & Spa | Harvey Ave | $80–$190 | Hair and massage together |
| Orah Spa + Lifestyle | Mission | $80–$180 | Pedicures, deep tissue |
| The Wellness Spa | Hwy 97 N | $90–$170 | Infrared sauna, value |
KurSpa at Sparkling Hill
KurSpa at Sparkling Hill is the region's main hydrotherapy spa, with seven themed steam rooms and saunas, a cold plunge, and a cryotherapy chamber.
888 Sparkling Place, Vernon | $150–$300+ | Check their site for current hours
It's a 45-minute drive past the airport into Vernon, but Kelowna residents treat it as the local destination spa, and a common choice after a day skiing up the hill. The hydrotherapy circuit alone can fill six hours. The interior is heavily decorated with crystals, which some visitors find excessive, but the facilities are the best in the area.
The catch: it's expensive, and weekend bookings are hard to get. The standard massages are poor value for the price; facility access and the cryotherapy chamber are the better spend. In summer, book weeks ahead for July.
Damara Day Spa
Damara Day Spa, inside the Delta Grand downtown, is known for organic products and attentive massage therapists.
1310 Water St | $100–$250 | Check their site for current hours
It's within walking distance of Bernard Ave, and therapists follow requests such as focusing on the shoulders. It gets very busy on long weekends, and bachelorette groups often fill the lobby by Friday afternoon. For a quiet visit, book a Tuesday morning.
The catch: prices are at hotel level, and downtown parking is difficult in August. The hotel lot is expensive; a nearby city parkade costs less. For other winter options, see Kelowna activities.
Tality Wellness
Tality Wellness is the area's strongest option for a Nordic-style hot and cold cycle, with a 20-person cedar sauna, four cold plunges and a lounge with a firepit.
1629 Water St. | $50–$90 | Thursday to Monday 9 AM to 10 PM; Tuesday and Wednesday 4 PM to 10 PM
Castanet reported that Tality moved from its original outdoor site at 370 Clifton Rd in Glenmore to this renovated downtown space, which opened May 8, 2026. Eat beforehand; alternating heat and cold is tiring.
The catch: the sauna is shared with other guests, and it doesn't open until 4 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Amora Day Spa
Amora Day Spa is a small downtown boutique spa on Lawrence Ave, best known for its facials and for running on time.
549A Lawrence Ave | $90–$180 | Check their site for current hours
Staff don't push skin-care products at checkout, and appointments start on schedule. It suits a short weekday facial, such as a Tuesday afternoon, rather than a long day of lounging.
The catch: the space is small, with no large lounge or locker rooms. Street parking out front is unreliable; allow an extra ten minutes.
Beyond Wrapture Day Spa
Beyond Wrapture Day Spa, inside the Coast Capri Hotel on Harvey Ave, is known for vinotherapy.
1171 Harvey Ave | $100–$200 | Check their site for current hours
Vinotherapy treatments use wine and grape seeds as a scrub, a natural follow-on to a few days of Kelowna wineries. Longer packages are available for a full afternoon. The massage therapists are experienced.
The catch: the hotel is dated, inside and out, and the setting isn't modern.
Namaste Day Spa
Namaste Day Spa in the Landmark area is best known for Ayurvedic head massages and natural, organic products.
1631 Dickson Ave #1260 (Landmark 6) | $100–$220 | Check their site for current hours
Parking is easy, since the Landmark buildings have plenty of space. The staff are knowledgeable about skin types, which helps with breakouts from the dry Okanagan air.
The catch: the setting is corporate, and at lunchtime you leave into crowds of office workers. Saturday mornings, when the offices are empty, are quieter.
Room and Pillar Spa
Room and Pillar Spa on Harvey Avenue is a Himalayan salt cave where you can sit and breathe or book a massage inside the cave.
1546 Harvey Ave #100 | $45–$130 | Check their site for current hours
Guests sit in a dimly lit room lined with pink salt while the air carries microscopic salt particles, which are meant to help with sinuses and allergies. The science is unclear, but the sessions are calm and restful.
The catch: it's in a strip mall on a busy stretch of Harvey Avenue. Inside the cave, the traffic noise isn't audible.
Spa at the Cove
Spa at the Cove, inside the Cove Lakeside Resort in West Kelowna, is the lakeside option and suits a full day out.
4205 Gellatly Rd, West Kelowna | $110–$250 | Check their site for current hours
A massage can be paired with a walk along the water on the Gellatly Nut Farm trail, and there's an outdoor pool area.
The catch: summer bridge traffic is heavy. Book mid-morning, and avoid driving back to Kelowna around 4 PM on a Friday.
Zahra Salon & Spa
Zahra Salon & Spa is a hair salon and spa on Harvey Avenue, popular with bridal parties and for a haircut and massage in one afternoon.
1950 Harvey Ave #121 | $80–$190 | Check their site for current hours
It handles large groups well and offers deep tissue massage alongside hair services. It's well staffed, so last-minute cancellation spots often come up; calling at opening on a Monday gives the best chance.
The catch: the front is a busy hair salon. The spa rooms are at the back, but the lobby is noisy with hair dryers and conversation.
Orah Spa + Lifestyle
Orah Spa + Lifestyle is a modern Mission spa known for pedicures and genuinely firm deep tissue massage.
2775 Tutt St | $80–$180 | Tuesday–Saturday from 9 AM
It's near Pandosy, with a free parkade off Osprey Avenue. They do excellent pedicures, and a deep tissue request gets real pressure. The interior is clean and contemporary. For nails, gel is the better choice over basic polish.
The catch: it's popular with locals and stays booked year-round, even in the quieter winter months. Walk-ins are rarely possible; call at least a week ahead.
The Wellness Spa
The Wellness Spa on Highway 97 North is a no-frills spa with a low-cost bookable infrared sauna and reasonably priced massages.
2402 Hwy 97 N | $90–$170 | Check their site for current hours
The infrared sauna is a good option in cold weather. It's a practical choice for maintenance massage, such as tight shoulders from desk work, and the therapists are skilled. Prices are well below the lakefront resorts.
The catch: the building and lobby are plain.
Local Booking Rules
Booking a spa in Kelowna means booking RMTs early, planning around bridge traffic, and tipping 15 to 20 percent.
1. Book RMTs early: To use benefits, you need a Registered Massage Therapist. Call three weeks out; these slots go first.
2. Plan for bridge traffic: Avoid a 4:30 PM Friday appointment in West Kelowna if you live in Rutland. The bridge is congested at that hour.
3. Skip the hotel parking: For downtown spas, street parking a few blocks away costs less. Hotel lots are pricey for short stays.
4. Ask about the products: Many local spas use Eminence products, a major brand here. If strong scents bother you, say so before the treatment.
5. Tipping is standard: 15 to 20 percent is the norm. Therapists prefer the tip in cash.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a massage cost in Kelowna?
A standard one-hour relaxation massage at a Kelowna day spa costs between $100 and $150. At a resort spa downtown or in West Kelowna, it's closer to $200. Tipping 15 to 20 percent is the norm on top.
Do I need to book Kelowna spas in advance?
Yes, book Kelowna spas in advance, especially from June to August. The city fills with tourists, and weekend appointments at places like KurSpa or Damara sell out weeks ahead. In November or February, a few days ahead is usually enough.
Are there any outdoor spas in Kelowna?
Not any longer in the city itself. Tality Wellness, which ran an outdoor sauna and cold plunge in Glenmore, moved indoors to 1629 Water St. downtown in May 2026. The new space has a 20-person cedar sauna, four cold plunges and a firepit lounge.
What is the best spa for couples in Kelowna?
Beyond Wrapture and KurSpa are the best spas for couples in Kelowna. KurSpa suits a full-day resort experience, while Beyond Wrapture works for a shorter couples massage before dinner downtown.
Do Kelowna spas offer RMT massages?
Most of the larger day spas have Registered Massage Therapists on staff, but you have to specifically request them when booking. RMT slots book up much faster than standard relaxation massages because locals use their health benefits for them.
