Everyone knows it hasn’t exactly been beach weather this summer in SoCal. But here’s a great place to get your beach fix without the wind-chill factor—the spa at Le Merigot in Santa Monica. This hotel, nestled next to Loew’s, seems to get perpetually overshadowed by the higher-profile names in the neighborhood– Shutters, Casa del Mar and the Viceroy. And that makes it an even sweeter hideaway for tranquility and privacy. The spa features sumptuous accommodations and treatments to renew the spirits and refresh the body—everything from hot stone massages to cucumber mint body wraps to caviar facials. Try a Swedish or aromatherapy massage ($70-$165), a classic European facial ($105) or a green coffee contour slimming wrap ($165.) Manicures, pedicures and full hair salon services are also available. Having a treatment also gives you free reign of the poolside health club, the pool, steam and sauna. And to top it off, valet parking is free for the first three hours.
Le Merigot Beach Hotel, 1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, 310.395-9700
