SpaFlyer Great Getaways: Martinis and Manicures

We see the phrase popping up everywhere lately, from spa menus to evite invitations to MySpace profiles to City Guides -- men and women planning the new Spa Party:  Martinis and Manicures Night.

What is it?  A chance to relax over your chosen martini -- shaked or stirred as you prefer -- an express manicure or other spa service, and a chance to unwind with both the benefits of the cocktail, the buzz of your friends nearby, and your hands looking all the more glamorous for the effort.

Try it at home with your friends, a bottle of Hangar One, a tray of your favorite appetizers, and a designated driver. Or, if you want the venue to do all the work, after the jump, just a few of the numerous spas and lounges offering this fun option for a Spa Night:

Beauty Bar
2299 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA
This tiny theme bar has been an off-and-on-again hot spot since the day it opened in the fall of 1998. Based on a New York bar that really was a former beauty parlor, this place is simply dressed up to look like an early-1960s salon, complete with hair-dryer chairs, glittery walls and an on-site manicurist. There's even a "Manicure and Martini" special: Order a $10 cocktail and receive a free manicure (Wed-Fri 7pm-2am). -- CitySearch

Aquae Sulis Spa
J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa
Summerlin, Nevada
Inspired by an ancient Roman temple bath, the 40,000 square foot Aquae Sulis Spa is a modern-day center for beauty and total wellness combining the ancient healing powers of water with modern therapeutic techniques.  Aquae Sulis is located within the J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa in Summerlin, Nevada.   Martinis and Manicures Monday is a 25-minute manicure session with expert nail technicians and expert cocktail service:  Appetizers on silver trays, martinis of course, music and manicures.  The package start at $45.00 per person.  Visit Aquae Sulis Online

The Fontana Spa
The Abbey Resort at Geneva Lake
Fontana, Wisconsin
The Abbey Resort is a 334-room vacation destination located on beautiful Geneva Lake in scenic Fontana.  The Abbey offers a Martinis and Manicures Getaway, which begins with luxury accommodations in one of The Abbey’s renovated guestrooms, complimentary admission to The Fontana Spa, use of a plush Fontana Spa robe, complimentary martini flights fireside while laughing with your girlfriends, and a pampering spa service of your choice (up to $50 value).  After your martini and spa treatment, take advantage of The Abbey’s complimentary transportation to downtown Lake Geneva and enjoy a day of shopping and sightseeing or relax at one of The Abbey’s indoor pools or hot tubs.  That evening, head to one of The Abbey’s premiere restaurants (package includes a $25 food and beverage credit per person).  The next day, enjoy a 20-percent shopping discount at the Waterfront Shops, featuring unique fashions and accessories, gifts and collectables.  Call 800-709-1323 for pricing and visit The Abbey online.

G Spa & Lounge
Hotel Gansevoort
Manhattan, New York
"G Spa & Lounge at the popular Hotel Gansevoort, already a major draw for trendsetters with its happening rooftop lounge. Unlike conventional spas, G Spa caters to this hip, demanding crowd with a new concept that combines the pampering and wellness-oriented aspects of a spa with the more social and imbibing aspects of a bar. Essentially, it's a spa by day and a bar by night. The idea may have some spa purists up in arms, but it's a concept well suited to its particular locale in the heart of New York's hottest 'hood."  The spa even has its own signature cocktail, Grape Expectations, which is a blend of white grape juice and champagne. "It's our take on the Bellini," says spa director Christine Salata." Although the spa has only three treatment rooms, Salata considers the Gansevoort's 187 guest rooms an extension of the spa. In-room treatments make up 30 percent of the spa's services. In the warmer summer months, manicures and pedicures are offered by the pool, which is located on the roof. Treatments are also available in a rooftop cabana.  -- AmericanSpa Magazine  Visit G Spa & Lounge Online

Ambiance Onsite Spa Services
Greater Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Ambiance caters to the "on location" spa party -- your home, office, hotel or anywhere else you designate.  Ambiance offers a complete range of services, supplies all of the necessary equipment including massage chairs and/or tables, sheets, towels, nail supplies, relaxing music and everything else needed to create the right mood for a relaxing spa environment. Having catered to many Martinis and Manicures Nights, Ambiance knows just how to set the mood for your martini spa lounge at your favorite location.  Visit Ambiance Online

Hotel Orrington
Evanston, Illinois
The Hotel Orrington offers a "Desperate Housewives" package -- an all-inclusive luxury stay for eight guests.  The package will set you back quite a few olives -- $2,500 when last quoted-- but you'll be happy to know it includes not one, but four rooms, martinies and manicures in the plush Indigo lounge, hot and cold stone massage, and dinner and dessert at the Globe Café. Check in on Saturday afternoon for a fun-filled weekend. Thirty minutes from downtown Chicago, the Hotel Orrington has a plethora of specialty shops and restaurants just outside the door. Lake Michigan is also within walking distance. The package is only available seasonaly. Visit the Hotel Orrington online to inquire when it will next be available.

Premier Atelier
Roppongi Restaurant & Sushi Bar
San Diego, California
Treat yourself to a martini and a manicure every Monday night from 6-9pm, courtesy of Premier Atelier and Roppongi Restaurant & Sushi Bar in San Diego, California. For $20, indulge in your choice of any Skyy martini while you're pampered with a manicure under the stars. Please call 858.551.5252 to make your reservation. $25 for French manicures. Walk-ins welcome. No cover. (Thanks to SanDiegoMix for this tip!). Visit Online

Comments

[Lizzie]

Beauty Bar isn't just in San Fran! They have several locations all over.

[Personal Concierge]

I think this is good offer by different spa's and you can enjoy with your friends and relax while having your martinis