Day Spa Reco in NWDC or Bethesda

[Anonymous]

I want to treat myself to a day of relaxation and much needed massage and facial. Maybe other treatments. I'm new to the area and need recommendations. I'd like the full experience - thick robe, nice lunch, comfy lounge chairs to relax in between treatments. I've heard nice things about the spa at the Mandarin Oriental. Flexible on location and somewhat flexible on prices.

Any recommendations for me?

[Anonymous]

I think the Mandarin Oriental always emerges as the tops in terms of getting the full spa experience. I've gone to the Red Door Spa in Friendship Heights and I thought it was Ok. They do the robe, the modern style loungey area to wait with flavored waters, etc. But from what I hear, the Mandarin Oriental takes it to the next level.

[Anonymous]

I've had awful experiences at Red Door, but lovelove the new Bliss Spa at the W in NW, Toka's little back room in Georgetown, and hilariously, there is a great spa in King Farm in Rockville called Elaj at which I've had fantastic facials.