- A new study set out to find the best spa cities in the world using data from Yelp and Google.
- One destination in the U.K. took the top spot for its high density of spas and luxury offerings.
- Cities like Palm Springs, California, and Miami also ranked highly, with standout scores in search interest and spa density.
Everyone is looking for something different when it comes to vacations—some may want an adrenaline rush, others a deep cultural experience, and some people really just want to relax. For the true relaxation connoisseurs, spa cloud software company Zenoti’s 2025 report on the best cities in the world for spas has all the details on where to find the most spas, the best-reviewed ones, and even where to find the most affordable spas.
For its study, Zenoti used a combination of Yelp and Google search data (specifically, the phrase “spas near me”), and each city had to meet a few requirements in order to be included on the list. Each destination needed to have at least 20 spa listings on Yelp, and there needed to be population data available to calculate spa density per capita.
After cities ticked off all the requirements, they were judged by a weighted index according to five factors: the number of spas per capita, average Yelp ratings, the percentage of luxury spas in the area, the percentage of affordable spas, and the volume of Google searches for “spas near me” in 2025.
With all of that information factored in, Bath, U.K., came out as the best spa city in the world.
For fans of historical romance novels, it’s not too much of a surprise that Bath came in first place. Not only is it the most spa-dense city in the world, but it also ranks high for spa-related searches and luxury spa offerings. With mineral-rich hot springs, Bath has long been a favorite spa town, with an ancient history that dates back to the days of the Roman Empire.
However, you won’t even need a passport to visit the second location on the list. Palm Springs, California, a longtime favorite wellness destination, ranked highly for both spa density and search volume, so you’ll definitely be in the company of other travelers looking for cupping, deep tissue massages, and facials. The third-place spot also went to another domestic destination: Miami, Florida. The South Florida city ranks high in spa density, search volume, and affordable spas, so seeking out a wellness-focused retreat here should be relatively stress-free.
Here are the top 10 spa cities in the world according to the Zenoti study, for all your travel planning and wanderlust needs.
- Bath, United Kingdom
- Palm Springs, California
- Miami, Florida
- Toronto, Canada
- Scottsdale, Arizoma
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Vancouver, Canada
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Seattle, Washington
- New York City, New York
Some other interesting tidbits? The most affordable spa cities in the world didn’t make it to the top 10. The most affordable spa cities are Osaka and Kyoto in Japan. Conversely, if you’re looking for the best luxury experiences, your best bets are Milan, Italy, and Geneva, Switzerland. Kyoto is also home to some of the best-rated spas in the world, alongside Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Scottsdale, Arizona.
You can check out the full list and find more info on zenoti.com.