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📍 Aquafield Goyang | Photo credit: Roito Inc.
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Renowned for its advanced technology when it comes to beauty treatments as well as preserving its traditional wellness culture of jjimjilbang, South Korea is definitely the place to go for some proper pampering wellness treatments!
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It may be tough to pick one of the many options out there, so we’ve done our research and listed the top 12 beauty treatments and spas across various budget ranges in Korea worth checking, most of which are conveniently located in Seoul!
12 must-try beauty treatments & spas in South Korea
Under 22.45 USD
1. Aquafield
Who said spas are only meant for adults? More than just saunas and spas, you can bring the whole family to Aquafield, a modern spa and waterpark with a few outlets in Seoul. Aquafield Goyang first opened in Starfield City back in 2017, and this therapeutic space combines the leisure of play areas together with all the healing elements of all you can expect from a luxurious spa facility.
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It's a place of relaxation for anyone regardless of your age, with a mix of attractions such as saunas, a rooftop pool, hot tubs, a lazy river, and kid-friendly water slides. Aquafield also brings jjimjil spas to a whole new level with eight different spas to choose from, including an igloo-shaped Charcoal Room with high-quality, pH level-balancing charcoal, as well as a Salt Room that contains walls packed with Himalayan rock salt.
Aquafield Goyang
- Address: Starfield Goyang 4th Floor, Goyang-daero 1955, Deokyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-10:00 pm, open daily
Aquafield Hanam
- Address: Starfield Hanam 3rd Floor, Misa-daero 750, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-10:00 pm, open daily
Aquafield Anseong [temporarily closed]
- Address: Starfield Anseong 3rd Floor, Seodong-daero 3930-39, Gongdo-eup, Anseong, Gyeonggi-do
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-10:00 pm, open daily
Note: Entrance passes are not inclusive of additional services such as facials, massages, scrubs, snacks, & more.
2. Traditional Korean Bathhouse in Insadong
Step into the traditional oak wood sauna of the Traditional Korean Bathhouse in Insadong. In this beautifully decorated Korean-style bathhouse, you can treat yourself to a massage, facial, hair scrub, and more. Best of all, a visit here won’t even make much of a dent to your wallet with their affordable spa treatments!
Feel yourself relax as you make your way from the hot tub to the Korean kiln sauna and massage tables. After a day at this jjimjilbang, you’ll feel great and your skin will feel great too! Whether you’re looking for a little boost of health, a chill place to hang out with friends and family, or looking to pamper yourself with some beauty treatments, this is the place to be!
Insadong Spa & Sauna
- Address: 65-1 Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 5:00 am-9:00 pm (Sun-Thurs), 5:00 am-10:00 pm (Fri & Sat)
3. SPA LAND Centum City
Spanning across 13 floors and offering 18 different types of hot springs, as well as 18 themed spas for visitors to choose from, it's no surprise that the massive SPA LAND Centum City in Busan is renowned as one of the most impressive spa facilities in Asia! Combining traditional Korean spa culture with modern amenities, it's a literal haven for lovers of saunas and hot springs, where you can enjoy top-notch facilities.
The jjimjilbang area at SPA LAND Centum City is definitely the highlight, where visitors can indulge in a variety of steam rooms, hot baths, saunas, as well as relaxation spaces made to unwind at. The center also offers a variety of spa treatments, including facials, body scrubs, and massages using natural products and traditional Korean techniques.
SPA LAND Centum City
- Address: 35 Centum nam-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-10:00 pm, open daily
Note: Entrance passes are not inclusive of additional services such as facials, massages, scrubs, snacks, & more.
Under 67.35 USD
4. Myeongdong Traditional Sauna
Located in the busy shopping district of Myeongdong, you can find an oasis in the form of a jjimjilbang for a little rest and relaxation. After a tiring shopping marathon, wind down and restore your energy at the Myeongdong Traditional Sauna.
Open your pores in a steamy sauna, indulge in a facial cleanse or condition your skin with a scrub. Your body will thank you as you take a break from sightseeing and relax with one of the four packages offered. Once you’re rejuvenated, you can then move on to the street food marathon in Myeongdong!
Myeongdong Hwanggeum Sauna
- Address: B1F, Designers Building, 2-21, Myeongdong 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-6:30 pm, open daily
5. Korea SPA Myeong-dong
For modern spa treatment options in Myeongdong, another one of our favorite picks is Korea SPA, a cozy facility amidst the busy shopping streets. The spa has its own foot spa and a whirlpool spa zone, as well as thoughtfully designed treatment rooms that can accommodate single visitors, couples, and even families!
Give yourself a much-needed break as the friendly and experienced massage therapists here carry out the spa treatment of your choice. Take your pick from a range of their signature treatments, relaxing massages, or spa packages and courses that feature experiences such as scrubs, stone therapy, as well as massages of different body parts.
Korea SPA Myeong-dong
- Address: 4F, Mirae Building, 8 Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 11:00 am-12:00 am (last admission: 10:00 pm), open daily
6. Icheon Termeden Spa
Located just a little outside of Seoul is a German-style spa resort which is the Icheon Termeden Spa, which features indoor and outdoor pools. What started out as a hot spring spa has now turned into a multi-resort complex complete with hotels, a golf driving range, horseback riding, and more. A sight to behold is its outdoor pool, surrounded by a thick forest.
Enjoy the steaming waters of the bade pool, where water jets provide an underwater massage and revitalize the skin. Swim, play, or soak in this Incheon hot springs water stream pool, or try one of the many sporting facilities and its arcade. If it looks familiar to you, it’s because you might have recognized it from hosting the popular reality show, Running Man!
Termeden Spa
- Address: 988, Sasil-ro, Moga-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
- Opening hours: Vary depending on day and facility - do visit their official website for the latest details!
Under 180 USD
7. Whoo SPA Nonhyeon
Enter one of the most luxurious and high-end spas in South Korea where you will experience a pampering treatment like no other! Let your skin be treated by the medicinal herb products from premium cosmetic brands like OHUI, Whoo, and SU:M.
Whoo Spa is also a favorite spot amongst Korean celebrities and visitors from around the world namely for its stellar reputation, quality products, and proven results. Whichever package you opt for, the expert hands of the professional beauty therapists will definitely have you feeling like a celebrity as well.
Whoo Spa Nonhyeon
- Address: 2F, 27-2 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Opening hours: 10:00 am-10:00 pm (last admission: 7:00 pm), open daily
8. Cheongkwanjang SPA 1899
Known for their signature Red Ginseng treatment, SPA 1899 is also home to different spa packages to suit everyone. Choose from treatments that focus on different parts of your body, such as facial massages, full-body treatments, and more! You’ll definitely find one that is tailored to fit your needs.
Rejuvenate your body and mind at the hands of skilled therapists. You can also rest easy knowing that their must-try treatments have the benefits of slow-aging, balancing, and more. Now this is the kind of inner and outer beauty regimen you’d want to get behind!
Cheongkwanjang SPA 1899 in Daechi
- Address: B2, KT&G Tower, 1002, Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-11:00 pm, Monday-Friday
Cheongkwanjang SPA 1899 in Haeundae
- Address: F6, 277, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
- Opening hours: 9:00 am-11:00 pm, Monday-Friday
9. Skinspa Myeong-dong
After exploring the busy city streets of Seoul, why not pamper your skin with much-needed rest and rejuvenation at Skinspa in Myeongdong? This serene and safe space offers a wide range of K-style skincare treatments and massages, each one tailored to meet your relaxation needs.
Visitors get to enjoy private treatment sessions conducted by experienced and highly qualified aestheticians, so rest assured that your skin is in good hands here! From acupressure massages and facials, to acne care or skin brightening treatments, your skin is in for a real treat. Ladies can also opt to get a body massage here too!
Skinspa Myeongdong
- Address: 4th floor, Koryo Building, 68 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 12:00 pm-10:00 pm (Mon-Fri), 11:00 am-10:00 pm (Sat), closed on Sundays
10. Sulwhasoo Balance Spa
If you’re a K-Beauty addict then Sulwhasoo is certainly a name that’s no stranger to you! Now imagine a spa using all Sulwhasoo products. Is that heaven or what? One of the few spas in the flagship store, the Sulwhasoo Balance Spa is great for visitors of all ages looking to relax and restore balance into their bodies.
Choose from various packages best suited for your needs, such as Vitality Care, a four-layering mask treatment, Calming Care, which helps maintain a soft and supple skin texture, and many more! After experiencing the products for yourself, you can also shop and bring home those Sulwhasoo products.
Sulwhasoo Balance Spa
- Address: 4F, 18, Dosan-Daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea
- Opening hours: 10:00 am-8:00 pm, open daily (closed every first Monday of the month, New Year's Day, Spring Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival)
11. Sulwhasoo Spa Flagship Store
Not to be confused with the Sulwhasoo Balance Spa, the Sulwhasoo Spa is a different spa also located at the flagship store in Gangnam. Using ancient Asian beauty secrets and premium products from Sulwhasoo, your pampering experience at this luxurious spa is like no other!
The Sulwhasoo Spa focuses more on anti-aging treatments which combines the brand’s products together with other luxury beauty tools such as jade, amber, and white porcelain for optimum treatment results. From the moment you step into the serene environment until you step out, every moment feels lush and lavish.
Sulwhasoo Spa
- Address: B1, 18, Dosan-Daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 10:00 am-8:00 pm, open daily (closed every first Monday of the month, New Year's Day, Spring Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival)
12. Lee Moon Won Oriental Clinic
You might have your beauty treatments and spas for your face and body settled, but make sure not to neglect your hair! Thick and beautiful hair all begin with a healthy scalp, so give it some TLC with a Korean traditional medicine treatment at Lee Moon Won Oriental Clinic.
Go in for one of two unique remedies that will rejuvenate your hair or re-energize your scalp, making sure your hair looks amazing. Having long established its reputation as the premier provider in Korean traditional medicine, you’ll also get to learn some knowledge on science behind your treatments.
Lee Moon Won Oriental Clinic
- Address: 33, Seolleung-ro 132gil, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours: 10:00 am-6:00 pm (Mon-Wed), 10:00 am-9:00 pm (Fri), 9:00 am-4:30 pm (Sat), closed on Thursdays & Sundays
