Massage, skin and stillness
Spa & Wellness
The Spa at Praivelle House has four treatment rooms, a sauna, a steam room and a heated indoor pool, and it never feels busy because it was never built to be. Here is what we offer and how to book it.
- A private spa with four treatment rooms
- The 90-minute Prairie Reset, our signature
- Couples treatments in a double suite
- Sauna, steam room and heated indoor pool
- Pre-natal and sports therapy
- Products made in small batches in Lawrence, Kansas
- Open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, daily
- Guests and day visitors both welcome
The Spa
A spa with four rooms and no reason to rush
The Spa sits in the west wing, where the old milking parlour used to be. We kept the vaulted ceiling and the original limestone wall, added four treatment rooms, and let the rest stay quiet.
The heart of the menu is the Prairie Reset, ninety minutes that begin with a foot soak in warm water and end with your shoulders finally dropping.
The signature
The Prairie Reset, ninety minutes end to end
The Prairie Reset is the treatment we would book if we were staying here. It begins with a foot soak in warm water and Epsom salt while the therapist asks two questions: where does it hurt, and how much pressure do you want.
The massage moves from shoulders to feet with slow, deep strokes, working the places that hold a desk job and a long drive. It finishes with warm oil through the scalp and a few minutes of quiet, because rushing the last five minutes ruins the first eighty-five.
- A warm foot soak to begin
- Pressure set by you, not by a script
- Scalp and neck work included
- Ten minutes of quiet at the end
How to book
From reservation to the pool, in five steps
The whole thing takes a phone call or a short email. Here is how a spa visit comes together.
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Book before you arrive
Weekend slots go first. Reserve by phone, email or at check-in and we will confirm the therapist and the room.
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Tell us what matters
Pressure, old injuries, allergies, pregnancy, a preference for a male or female therapist — all of it helps us match you well.
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Arrive fifteen minutes early
Time to change, use the sauna and let your shoulders come down before the treatment even starts.
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Choose your room
A single room, the double suite for two, or the poolside lounge if you would rather stay in the water.
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Stay as long as you like
The sauna, steam room and pool are yours for the rest of the day, before or after your treatment.
Prices
Treatments and what they cost
Every price below is the full cost of the treatment. Nothing is added at the desk and gratuities are never automatic.
| Treatment | Duration | From |
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| Prairie Reset (signature) | 90 min | $185 |
| Swedish massage | 50 min | $95 |
| Deep tissue massage | 80 min | $145 |
| Custom facial | 60 min | $120 |
| Pre-natal massage | 60 min | $125 |
| Sports & deep tissue | 80 min | $155 |
| Salt & oil body scrub | 45 min | $110 |
| Couples massage, double suite | 50 min each | $260 |
Spa access for day visitors is $45 and includes the sauna, steam room, pool and fitness studio. Hotel guests receive a ten percent credit on any treatment.
Before you come
A few things worth knowing
Small details that make the visit easier, whether you are staying with us or just coming for the afternoon.
- The Spa is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, daily
- Arrive fifteen minutes before your treatment
- Robes, slippers and lockers are provided
- Bring nothing but yourself; we have the rest
- Hotel guests receive a ten percent treatment credit
- Couples should book the double suite in advance
- Pre-natal massage available after the first trimester
- Tell us about allergies or injuries at booking
The Spa at a glance
Small, private and built around a handful of good therapists rather than a long list of treatments.
- 4 Private treatment rooms
- 90 min The signature Prairie Reset
- 12 Therapists, all state-licensed
- $45 Day-spa access with pool and sauna
I booked a massage and ended up spending the whole afternoon by the pool with a book. Nobody hurried me along, and the therapist actually listened when I said where it hurt.
A look inside
Treatment rooms, the pool and the quiet in between
Low light, warm water and a great deal of stone. A small tour of the west wing.
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The heated indoor pool, open year-round
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One of four private treatment rooms
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The Spa Suite, tub and steam shower
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The terrace, for after the treatment
Beyond the treatment table
The pool, the sauna and the rest of the day
The heated indoor pool sits under a long skylight, so you can swim in daylight even in January. It is kept at 84 degrees, long enough for laps and warm enough to stand in, with a shallow step entry and a lift chair for guests who need one.
The cedar sauna runs at 185 degrees and the eucalyptus steam room at 110, and both are open from nine in the morning until eight at night. We keep the ritual simple: shower, sit, cool off, repeat.
Good to know
Questions we hear about the spa
Straight answers to the things guests ask before they book.
Do I have to be a hotel guest to use the spa?
No. The spa, pool and fitness studio are open to everyone, and day visitors can add spa access for $45. For guests staying with us, it is always included.
How far ahead should I book?
Weekday mornings are often same-day. Friday and Saturday afternoons fill a week or two out, so book those as early as you can, especially for the couples suite.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, held at 84 degrees year-round under a skylight, with a shallow step entry and a lift chair for guests who need one.
Can you accommodate pregnancy?
We offer pre-natal massage after the first trimester using side-lying technique. Tell us how far along you are and we will match you with a therapist trained for it.
What products do you use?
A short list made in small batches by a producer in Lawrence, Kansas: a cleansing balm, a serum, a body oil and a clay mask. All refillable, none tested on animals.
Are gratuities included?
No. Tips are never added to the bill automatically. You can leave one at the desk, and every dollar goes straight to the therapist who looked after you.
Book the ninety minutes you have been putting off
Tell us when you are coming and what needs work. Weekends go first, so reserve early, then spend the rest of the day in the pool and sauna.
Keep exploring
Related services at Praivelle House
Most stays combine two or three of these. We will sequence them so nothing is booked before you have decided it is what you want.
One appointment, and the week gets easier
Book a treatment and the sauna, steam room and heated pool come with it for the rest of the day. Reserve early for weekends, then let us take it from there.
- Lowest rate guaranteed when you book direct
- Breakfast for two and valet parking included
- The Prairie Escape from $279 a night
Two ways to book
Book a treatment Call (816) 555-0147Reception 24 hours · Dining 7a–10p · Spa 9a–8p
Need something tonight? Concierge on (816) 555-0148