Top rated day spa · Downtown Palo Alto
Best Massage in
Palo Alto, California
Relaxing or deep tissue massage from $70. Book online in under a minute.
4.8★★★★★160+ Google reviewsOpen daily 9:30 AM – 10 PM
✓ Pick your time online · ✓ Free cancellation up to 2 hours ahead · ✓ CAMTC-certified therapists
☎ (650) 272-6881 🎁 Gift cards📍 441 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 · Book online or call · Free street parking right outside
- CAMTC-certified therapists
- Pressure you choose
- Open daily until 10 PM
- Free street parking
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Palo Alto
90-Minute Deep Tissue + free hot stone
Our most complete deep tissue session: time to work the whole body, then go back over the tight spots in your neck, shoulders and lower back. Warm basalt stones are included free, to loosen the muscles before the deeper work.
Our two most popular sessions are the 60-min Deep Tissue ($90) and the 90-min Deep Tissue ($140). The free hot stone comes with the 90-minute session only.
Free with 90-min Deep Tissue only
- Hot Stone
$20Free
Free hot stone is for the 90-minute Deep Tissue Massage only. It does not apply to other session lengths or other services. Book the 90-minute Deep Tissue online, then mention the offer when you arrive and we'll add hot stones at no charge.
Choose a massage
Swedish from $70, deep tissue from $70
Pick a time online
Open daily 9:30 AM – 10 PM
Relax
441 Waverley St, free street parking
Find your massage
Start with what needs attention
Choose what you want from your visit. Each card opens the details and every price.
Deep Tissue Massage
Slow, firm pressure for knots and tight spots. Most popular at 60 and 90 minutes.
Swedish Massage
Long, even strokes at a relaxing pressure, light to medium unless you ask for more.
Prenatal Massage
Side-lying with pillows for support, with extra time on the lower back, hips and legs.
90-Min Combo
60 minutes of Swedish or deep tissue, then a 30 minute lymphatic facial.
Gift cards
Give the gift of a massage
For birthdays, holidays or a simple thank-you. Buy a W Spa gift card online in a few clicks.
What we offer
What services does W Spa offer?
W Spa is a massage studio with 8 services: Swedish, deep tissue, four hands, prenatal, aromatherapy and scalp massage, a 90 minute combo of massage and facial, and lymphatic drainage massage in Palo Alto. Sessions run from 30 to 120 minutes.
| Service | Durations | Price |
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| Swedish Massage | 45 · 60 · 75 · 90 · 120 min | FROM$70 |
| Deep Tissue Massage Most popular | 30 · 45 · 60 · 75 · 90 · 120 min | FROM$70 |
| 90-Min Combo: Massage + Lymphatic Facial | 90 min | $188 |
| Prenatal Massage | 60 · 75 · 90 min | FROM$100 |
| Aromatherapy Massage | 45 · 60 · 90 · 120 min | FROM$85 |
| Scalp Massage | 30 · 60 · 90 · 120 min | FROM$65 |
Lymphatic drainage (from $120) and four hands Swedish (from $130) are on the full menu.
Swedish Massage
Long, even strokes at a relaxing pressure. The menu's starting point.
Deep Tissue Massage
Slow, firm work on the deeper layers of muscle. Our guests' favorites: 60 min ($90) and 90 min ($140).
90-Min Combo: Massage + Lymphatic Facial
60 minutes of Swedish or deep tissue, then a 30 minute lymphatic facial.
Prenatal Massage
Pillow-supported and paced for pregnancy, from 60 minutes.
Aromatherapy Massage
A relaxing full-body massage with essential oils.
Scalp Massage
Slow fingertip pressure across the scalp and temples.
Add-ons
What can I add
to a massage?
Hot stone, cupping or a body scrub, each 5 minutes and priced on top of the massage you book it with. Add one when you book online, or ask for it when you call (650) 272-6881.
- ♨$20 · 5 MINHot Stone
- ◎$20 · 5 MINCupping
- ❀$30 · 5 MINBody Scrub
Why choose us
Why book your massage in Palo Alto here?
W Spa is open late every day, publishes every price before you book, and sits half a block off University Avenue, with free street parking out front and Caltrain a short walk away.
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Open every day until 10 PM
Doors open at 9:30 AM, on the same schedule all seven days, so an evening booking works on any night of the week.
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Every price published, from $65
Each length of each service has its own price on the menu, and add-ons are priced separately, so you can see the cost before you book.
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CAMTC-certified therapists
Every W Spa therapist is certified by the California Massage Therapy Council.
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Four hands on the menu
Two therapists work on one guest at the same time, in matching strokes.
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Half a block off University Avenue
441 Waverley Street in downtown Palo Alto is about a 10-minute walk from the Palo Alto Caltrain station.
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Free street parking right outside
Park on the street in front of the door, or on any of the free streets around the block. Posted signs show the time limit.
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Pressure you set
Tell your therapist where you carry tension and how firm you want the work, and say so mid-session if it should change.
About W Spa
What kind of day spa is W Spa?
W Spa is a massage-focused day spa in Palo Alto at 441 Waverley Street, half a block off University Avenue. Gift cards are available online.
Google reviews
Rated 4.8 out of 5 by our guests
Read what guests say about their massages at W Spa, or share your own visit. Every review helps other people in Palo Alto find us.
“I had a one-hour deep tissue massage with hot stones, and it was exactly what I needed. It felt amazing to work out all the knots and tension in my body…”
“I’ve been looking for a massage that can actually loosen my knots gently and this one did it! … Environment is relaxing and clean as well.”
“Such a relaxing facial experience! The therapist was gentle, professional, and used just the right amount of pressure.”
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
- 1Book online
Choose the service, the length and a time online, or call (650) 272-6881.
- 2Arrive a few minutes early
Mention any injury, soreness or pregnancy before you start, so your therapist can adjust the session.
- 3Unwind for 30 to 120 minutes
Take your time getting up afterwards, and stand slowly if you feel light-headed.
How much does a massage in Palo Alto cost at W Spa?
The menu starts at $65, for 30 minutes of scalp massage; 30 minutes of deep tissue is $70, and Swedish starts at $70 for 45 minutes. An hour of Swedish massage is $80, and the longest sessions run to 120 minutes. Hot stone, cupping and a body scrub can be added for $20 to $30 each.
When is W Spa open, and how do I book?
Every day from 9:30 AM to 10 PM. Book online, which shows the open times for the day you choose, or call (650) 272-6881. Payment is taken when you book, and you can cancel or reschedule up to 2 hours ahead for a full refund.
How is a four hands massage different from a regular massage?
Two therapists work on you at the same time, covering both sides of the body in matching Swedish strokes. The price covers one guest and two therapists: $130 for 45 minutes, $150 for 60 minutes, $240 for 90 minutes.
Does deep tissue massage cost more than Swedish?
Yes, at every length the two share. An hour of deep tissue is $90, against $80 for Swedish, and 90 minutes is $140 against $120.
Where do I park, and how far is Caltrain?
Right outside: there is street parking in front of 441 Waverley Street, and the streets around the spa are free to park on. Check the posted sign for the time limit. The Palo Alto Caltrain station, at 95 University Ave, is roughly a 10-minute walk along University Avenue.
Are your therapists licensed? Is tip included?
All W Spa therapists are CAMTC-certified by the California Massage Therapy Council. Prices cover the treatment; gratuity is optional and up to you.
Does W Spa offer memberships?
Yes. The terms are not published online, so ask about them when you visit or call (650) 272-6881.
Do you offer couples massage?
Yes. Two guests are massaged at the same time, each in their own room with their own therapist. Choose Swedish or Deep Tissue for 60 or 90 minutes, from $150 for both guests, which is $10 less than two separate bookings. See couples massage.
Can I buy a W Spa gift card?
Yes. Gift cards can be bought online at any time from our Gift Cards page and can be used toward any massage at W Spa.
What should I expect at my first massage?
Undress to your comfort level; you stay covered with a sheet or towel and only the area being worked on is uncovered. Tell your therapist the pressure you like, any areas to focus on or avoid, and any injuries or health conditions. If you are unsure what to book, a 60-minute Swedish ($80) is a relaxing first choice. Read the full first-visit guide.
Ready when you are
Book the best massage in Palo Alto
Book online or call (650) 272-6881. W Spa is at 441 Waverley Street, Palo Alto, open every day from 9:30 AM to 10 PM. Pick a time online in under a minute, and cancel free up to 2 hours ahead.