Rank 1The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York
Spa
4.2 out of 5
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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Livable. Bagel-obsessed. Family-proud.
Best Wellness & Recreation in Upper West Side, Manhattan
283 wellness & recreation in Upper West Side (UWS), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
Upper West Side in a line
Bagels, brownstones, and the natural history museum — peak NYC living
Insider tip
Amsterdam Ave between 72nd and 86th is the food corridor. Columbus Ave is the backup plan.
Top ranked Wellness & Recreation in Upper West Side
Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.
Rank 2Barry's UWS
Gym4.8 out of 5Price level $$$$The Upper West Side studio is beautifully located in a brownstone on the corner of 69th Street & Columbus Ave. Surrounded by iconic NYC hot spots like Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, and only one block from Central Park, this studio features a quaint and unique lobby, a stunning Fuel Bar, and locker rooms with your favorite OUAI products.
Insider tip: 24hr Parking Lot at 155 W 70th St. between Broadway and Columbus Ave. Free Wi-Fi: enter #barrysfitfam to connect. Secure lockers that work by choosing a four digit code. High pressure, private showers with fabulous soap, shampoo, and conditioner. Take a picture with the iconic Barry's Brownstone wall decal after class.
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Rank 3Club Pilates
Pilates studio4.8 out of 5Club Pilates is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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Sports complex
SocRoc
5.0 out of 5Encouraging kids to be physically active through soccer aka fútbol. Voted Manhattan's Best Soccer Program For Kids, SocRoc conducts small group soccer classes taught by professional coaches all over Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, & New Jersey.
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Wellness Spa 71 offers massage therapy, foot massage, reflexology, couple massage, and much more in New York, New York. Experience comprehensive wellness on the Upper West Side where expert therapeutic treatments melt away stress, relieve neck and back pain, and restore your bodys natural balance.
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Fitness center
FitBodyNation
5.0 out of 5Welcome to FitBodyNation, a holistic personal training and group training facility on the Upper West Side. Our individualized programs combine dynamic stretching, functional strength training, cardio, nutrition, and mindfulness to create lasting results and lifelong habits.
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- 4.9 out of 5
Kang Hua Massage Spa is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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Upper West Spa is a wellness in Upper West Side described by visitors as known for excellent service, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
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Yoga studio
Yoga in Central Park
5.0 out of 5In-home private yoga sessions offer a personalized and convenient experience, bringing the practice directly to your space for a more intimate and tailored practice.
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Swimming pool
British Swim School at John Jay College
5.0 out of 5British Swim School at John Jay College is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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Sports complex
Hands On Hoops
5.0 out of 5Hands On Hoops is a sports complex spot in Upper West Side. Popular for groups.
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Yoga studio
Heidi's Yoga For All
5.0 out of 5Heidi's Yoga For All is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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Gym
RX30
4.9 out of 5RX30 Is The Shortest—NO FLUFF—EFFICIENT—CHALLENGING 30-Minute Workout you will ever do. RX30 Fitness in New York and New Jersey has helped hundreds of people just like you Get FITTER FASTER In Half the Time of an Ordinary Workout!
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We believe health & fitness is a lifestyle. We will guide you through the foundations of mobility, endurance, and strength that you can use both in and outside of the gym.
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Swimming pool
SwimJim Swimming Lessons - Upper West Side
4.9 out of 5Our swim school is in a bright and welcoming space, surrounded by windows, located in a busy shopping district. We have the biggest pool on the Upper West Side, with warm water kept at 86-88 degrees, perfect for all ages to learn and enjoy swimming.
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Outdoors
Riverside Park South
4.8 out of 5Riverside Park South is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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At JE'DERM skin atelier, we believe in embracing your best self by being comfortable in your own skin. Our treatments, blending traditional European skincare wisdom with advanced technologies, cater to your unique skin needs.
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Yoga studio
Aura Yoga + Pilates Studio | Upper West Side
4.9 out of 5Aura Yoga + Pilates Studio | Upper West Side is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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- 4.9 out of 5
Achieve radiant, healthy skin with personalized, results-driven treatments tailored to your individual needs. Located in the heart of NYC's Upper West Side at 133 West 72nd Street, Suite 604, our space provides a peaceful environment where your skin can thrive.
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Fitness center
StretchLab
4.9 out of 5StretchLab is located in Upper West Side, Manhattan.
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- 4.9 out of 5
Stunning bodywork is a wellness in Upper West Side described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best spas and wellness spots in Upper West Side?
Moodap's top-ranked spas and wellness spots in Upper West Side, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York (4.2 stars), Barry's UWS (4.8 stars) and Club Pilates (4.8 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kinds of wellness spots are there in Upper West Side?
Moodap lists 283 spas and wellness spots in Upper West Side. The most common kinds are Spa (66), Fitness center (32), Pilates studio (26), Outdoors (25) and Sports complex (24).
Where can I find affordable spas and wellness spots in Upper West Side?
32 of the 283 spas and wellness spots listed in Upper West Side are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Wellness Spa 71, Riverside Park South and Alban Acupuncture.
How is the full list of spas and wellness spots in Upper West Side ranked?
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