Parkside Spa & Sauna

Overview

Parkside Spa & Sauna is a Korean-style spa and sauna facility located in Annandale, Virginia, designed as an oasis of relaxation promoting peace, rejuvenation, and overall wellbeing. It features traditional Korean jjimjilbang elements, including gender-separated bathhouses, various saunas, steam rooms, and specialized therapy rooms like the Cyprus Dome (a high-heat Roman-style sudatorium) and Himalayan Salt Treatment room. The spa emphasizes circulation stimulation, tension relief, and health benefits through its thoughtfully designed spaces.

The overall atmosphere is tranquil and welcoming, with co-ed common areas where guests wear provided uniforms, and nude bathing in gender-specific bath pools for sanitation. It’s a place to unwind from daily stresses, enjoy communal spa culture, and indulge in personalized care, open 365 days a year for ultimate accessibility.

Features & Amenities

Parkside offers a wide array of amenities for a complete spa experience:

• Bathhouses: Gender-separated (men’s and women’s) with hot tubs, pools, and showers; nudity required for hygiene.
• Saunas and Steam Rooms: Dry saunas, wet saunas, and steam rooms for detoxification and relaxation.
• Therapy Rooms:
  • Cyprus Dome: High-heat sudatorium for deep sweating.
  • Himalayan Salt Room: Salt therapy for respiratory benefits and skin health.
• Lounges and Rest Areas: Co-ed relaxation zones with uniforms provided.
• Dining Options:
  • Mom’s Diner: Korean restaurant open daily 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM (closed Tuesdays).
  • Parkside Cafe: Casual cafe for snacks and beverages.
• Lockers and Uniforms: Secure lockers (ID deposit required), spa uniforms for common areas.
• Additional Perks: Hand sanitizers, limited capacity for safety, continuous sanitization.

Services

Services focus on traditional Korean treatments, available in bathhouse areas (additional to admission). Booking by phone only ((571) 378-0235); arrive early for scrubs/massages. Not available for pregnant guests or kids under 12.

Key Treatments (Men’s & Women’s Similar)

• Korean Body Scrub (때밀이): $60 / 30-40 min - Full exfoliation with loofah for silky skin.
• Scrub & Bubbles (때밀이 & 거품 마사지): $80 / 40 min - Exfoliation + soapy bubble massage.
• Korean Body Scrub Plus (때 플러스): $100 / 60 min - Scrub + mini massage, hair wash.
• VIP Golden Scrub Special / Golden Goddess: $150 / 90 min - Full scrub, deep tissue massage, collagen face mask, milk rinse, optional gold aromatherapy oil.
• Scrub & Massage Deluxe: $130 / 90 min - Scrub + full massage, hair wash, face mask.

Massages (In Bathhouse)

• Swedish/Relaxation Massage: $100 / 60 min - Full body oil massage with warm towel compress, face mask, milk rinse.
• Deep Tissue Massage: Focuses on chronic tension.

Note: Recommend scrub before massage; 40% fee for <24hr cancellations/no-shows.

Pricing

• General Admission: $30 per person - Includes bath pools, saunas, steam rooms, therapy rooms (unlimited time).
  • Excludes: Services, restaurant, cafe purchases.
• Services: $60-$150 (prices do not include admission; see above for details).
• Other Fees: Lost locker key $25; credit card min $10 (or $0.50 fee); cleaning fees for messes ($50 min).
• No Discounts: Except noted promotions; no student/military/senior/Groupon unless specified.
• Gift Cards: Available, restrictions apply.

Location & Hours

• Address: 4371 John Marr Drive, Annandale, VA 22003
• Phone: (571) 378-0235
• Email: parksidespasauna@gmail.com
• Social: Instagram (@parksidespa), Yelp, Google Maps.
• Hours: Daily 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM (spa); Mom’s Diner 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM (closed Tuesdays).
  • Open 365 days a year; walk-ins welcome for admission, appointments recommended for services.

Notes

What makes Parkside special:

• Authentic Korean Tradition: Nude gender-separated baths, communal nudity policy, jjimjilbang vibe with modern touches.
• Health-Focused Design: Rooms target specific benefits (e.g., salt therapy for respiration, dome for circulation).
• Strict Policies for Safety: No re-entry, no outside food/alcohol, photo ID required, no kids <12, waivers for minors/seniors. COVID measures include sanitization and capacity limits.
• Family-Friendly with Limits: Accompanied minors 12-17 ok (no services <12), but high-heat areas restricted for health conditions.
• Co-ed & Inclusive: Uniforms in common areas; gender identity per ID.
• Future Expansions: More amenities coming soon (e.g., treatment rooms).

Ideal for stress relief, skin care, and cultural spa immersion in a clean, respectful environment.