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The Portsmouth Harbor Inn and Spa is a premier destination and day spa located on the Kittery, Maine, side of the beautiful Piscataqua River, within walking distance from historic downtown Portsmouth, NH. Rejuvenate and rejoice in the tranquility that awaits you.

The Portsmouth Harbor Inn and Spa invites you to discover comfort, serenity and balance. From the moment you step through our doors, our friendly staff will welcome you with calming herbal teas and a soothing herbal neck wrap. Choose from our extensive spa massage menu that includes Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone Therapy, Duet Massage, , Salt and Sugar Glows, Facial Massages, and Prenatal Massage. We also offer a variety of add-on treatments to complement your service.

The Portsmouth Harbor Inn and Spa has a complete staff of Licensed Massage Therapists (LMTs) on hand to provide you with a wide selection of signature massages available from our spa massage menu (see below).  Massage services are also available as part of  our “Spa Packages”, and some of our “Inn Specials”, as well (see “Spa Packages” and “Inn Specials” pages).

The Portsmouth Harbor Inn and Spa will revitalize your body, mind and soul, whether you enjoy a relaxing massage, soothing facial, restorative body treatment, or you combine therapies for a luxurious spa day or destination spa vacation. Our trained, licensed, and experienced staff will see to it that you leave feeling rested, renewed, and energized.

Massage Menu

Kriya/Therapeutic Massage: – 55 minutes, $95
Kriya massage combines spontaneous energy movement with customized, therapeutic techniques using deeper pressure where needed, energy patterns such as figure eights, circles and spirals to connect, through touch, with the flow of universal energy.  Unlike more conventional modalities, in a Kriya/Therapeutic massage, the hands of the therapist remain in unbroken contact with the body of the client.  The therapist's skilled, intuitive integration of flowing, connected massage strokes with the clients personal rhythms, allow the client to experience many levels of consciousness in a peaceful, stress-free atmosphere.  The ultimate goal of the Kriya/Therapeutic massage is to facilitate healing of the whole being ~ physical, emotional, and spiritual.

Tuina/Therapeutic Massage: – 55 minutes, $95
Tui Na is the oldest known system of massage.  "Tui Na" translates as "push pull" and is the name given to Chinese medical massage. Based on traditional Chinese medicine, it incorporates techniques that are similar to Western and Asian massage, chiropractic, osteopathic, and western physical therapy.  Tui Na uses a variety of hand techniques and passive and active stretching to restore correct anatomical musculo-skeletal relationships, neuromuscular patterns, and to increase the circulation of Qi ("life force"), and blood to remove biochemical irritants.  Acupoints may be selected to re-balance and harmonize the flow of qi and blood through the "organ meridians" (energy lines that circulate the qi throughout the body) in order to facilitate healing and prevent further injury.  Tui Na is a great bodywork modality for the maintenance of optimal health and the prevention of disease.  Any musculo-skeletal disorder, including shoulder problems, joint pain, back, hip, thigh, knee, and lower leg and ankle disorders, may benefit from Tui Na.  Tui Na is appropriate for both acute and chronic pain.

Hot Stone Massage: – 55 minutes, $95
This is our signature massage, one that takes you on a journey of healing and relaxation. We use smooth, polished lava stones which provide deep heat therapy.  The stones are combined with a luxurious massage that totally loosens tight muscles, relieves tension, and completely relaxes your body. Deliciously scented oils enhance this journey.  Extra glasses of water are recommended in the twenty-four-hour period following this treatment.

Therapeutic Massage: – 55 minutes, $95
A massage customized just for you! Allow our therapists to design the ideal combination of techniques to concentrate on areas that require special attention, such as neck and shoulder or lower back. This blend of treatments can relax you, speed recovery from fatigue or injury, or be used to invigorate.

Therapeutic/Hot Stone Combination Massage: – 55 minutes, $105
Our Therapeutic Massage with the added benefits and pleasures of heated stones.

Polarity/Therapeutic Combination Massage: – 55 minutes, $95
Traditional therapeutic massage combined with Polarity Therapy. Polarity Therapy activates the central nervous system, passing impulses to the endocrine system, releasing hormones into the blood stream. Structures align, meridians unblock, immune systems activate. The goal of polarity therapy is to realign and unite body, mind, spirit and emotions into harmony and vibrant health. It is deeply peaceful, cleansing and restorative, creating a sense of relaxation and of being energized at the same time.

Pregnancy Massage – 55 minutes, $95.00
A special version of our Swedish massage, with extra time given and attention paid to wherever you need it most, using essential oils safe for pregnancy and positioning for the greatest comfort.

Swedish Massage 30 minutes, $50; 55 minutes, $85
Stress will melt away. This treatment provides long, soothing, effleurage strokes which help alleviate tension and encourage muscle relaxation.

Back, Neck, Shoulder – 30 minutes, $60
For people on the go! Deep tissue massage on the problem stress areas that are common for most of us. Quickly relieves tension and improves circulation.

All of Me Treatment 90 minutes, $140
The perfect combination of our mini European Facial - omitting extractions - and stress melting mini Swedish Massage. When you can't decide between a facial and a massage, why choose? It's a mini-vacation for the soul.

Duet Massages – 55 minutes, $180
Swedish - $200
Therapeutic - $200 (Hot Stones)
$200 (Any combination)

Share a relaxing, intimate experience with a loved one – an individually made-to-order massage in the same room with a massage therapist for each of you.

Add hot stones to any of the above for an additional $20 per person.
Add a 15-minute Scalp Massage to any of the above for $20 per person.

Complete Services

Our hot tub is open year-round, and is complimentary to all spa guests; bring bathing suits and sandals - we supply the robes and towels.  All hot tub users are requested to shower off before entering the tub, and all guests are invited to use the Spa's full bath after treatments.

Spa Hours

Please call for information on specials and appointments:

(207)439-7060

Ask about our gift certificates, perfect for all occasions!

Appointment Cancellation Policy

Please arrive at The Spa at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment to relax and fill out our client information sheet. All information exchanged during our spa sessions will be kept completely confidential. All guests under 18 years of age must arrive with a responsible adult. Arriving late to your scheduled appointment may deprive you of valuable treatment time. All treatments will end on time, as scheduled. A credit card is required to reserve and hold your appointment. As a courtesy to other guests and our therapists, we require 48-hours in advance to rebook or a $25.00 fee. Any guest who does not provide 24-hour cancellation will be charged the full amount of the treatment price. If you have any open skin lesions on the day of your treatment, or if you are ill and think you may be contagious, please call to reschedule your appointment, without penalty. All prices are subject to change. Gift certificates are subject to current prices. Spa hours may vary by season, and unscheduled closings may occur due to bad weather. We will make every reasonable attempt to advise you of such closings as far in advance as possible. Our goal is to make sure every guest has the ultimate experience relaxing in our spa.