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Interior of cityWell's barrel-shaped cedar sauna treatment room, with an arched window looking onto a garden
Boutique Spa + Outdoor Oasis

a modern revival of an ancient healing art

Making wellness a lifestyle, not a luxury.

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cityWell's outdoor courtyard with a fire bowl, lounge chairs, barrel sauna and hammock among the greenery
Cobalt-tile walk-in shower interior at cityWell
making wellness a lifestyle, not a luxury
Our mission

A wellness oasis in the heart of Gowanus

Our mission has always been to give you a warm, welcoming place to feel well and live well in the city. Inspired by the elements, we've built a nature-filled refuge to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and gather with other wellness seekers — with personalized, accessible care for your body and mind.

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What we offer

Our services

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Candlelit indoor massage treatment room at cityWell

Massage Therapy

We use a combo of Swedish & deep tissue techniques tailored to your specific needs.

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Hot stones placed along a client's back during a massage

Massage with Liz

A holistic and intuitive massage with hot stones, trigger point techniques, and customized aromatherapy.

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Bowls of dry clay and salts for face and body treatments

Face + Body Treatments

Gentle treatments to encourage lymphatic flow, circulation and overall relaxation.

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Exfoliating salt body scrub applied to a client's back

Body Scrubs

Exfoliating and nourishing treatments that will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated.

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Interior of a beautiful cobalt-tile walk-in shower

Spa Packages

Prepare to indulge with one of our thoughtful packages – enjoy solo or with your partner or friend.

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A champagne flute and clementine in cityWell's backyard, set for a private party

Private Parties

Celebrate your special occasion at cityWell or host a corporate event.

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The best kind of care to give — or receive. Send a little quiet time and self-care to someone you love.

Liz Tortolani smiling in cityWell's garden beside the barrel sauna, golden sunlight through the trees
Portrait of Liz Tortolani, owner and senior massage therapist
Meet Liz

The heart behind it all

As the owner and a massage therapist with 25 years of experience, Liz created cityWell as a refuge for city dwellers, a place for healing and self care. Read more about Liz and her journey.

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