Best massage for relaxation
A Swedish massage. Long, flowing strokes at a pressure you are comfortable with make it a lovely way to switch off. If you love scent, choose an aromatherapy massage instead.
The art of slowing down
Massage in Leeds City Centre
Dragonfly Skin is an award-winning day spa in Central Arcade, just off Briggate in Leeds city centre, with more than 15 types of massage. Choose from Swedish, aromatherapy, deep tissue, sports, hot stone, warm bamboo, Thai, pregnancy and lymphatic drainage massage, as well as shorter head, back and foot treatments. Full-body massages start at £95 for 60 minutes, and shorter treatments start at £45. Every massage begins with a short consultation, and your therapist will adjust the pressure to suit you.
Rated 4.9 on Google from more than 450 reviews and 5.0 on Fresha from more than 1,200. Day Spa of the Year, Yorkshire edition, English Beauty Industry Awards 2023.
Before you visit
Massage at Dragonfly Skin at a glance
Dragonfly Skin in Leeds city centre welcomes guests aged 18 and over for massages from 20 minutes to two hours.
- Find us
- Unit 7A Central Arcade, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6DX
- Opening hours
- Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 7pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
- Prices
- 60-minute massages from £95; 90-minute massages from £135; shorter treatments from £45.
- Visit length
- 20 minutes to 2 hours
- How to reserve
- Online through Fresha, by phone on 0113 244 0388 or by WhatsApp on 07456 727212.
- Who can visit?
- Guests aged 18 and over. Pregnancy massage available from 12 weeks.
- Accessibility
- Our spa is reached by stairs and does not have step-free access.
Find your treatment
Types of massage and prices
Here is every massage at our Leeds city centre spa, with prices per person, last checked in November 2026. On our online booking page, treatments appear under their spa menu names, so we've added those underneath to help you find them.
Would you like longer?
Add the Extended Time Add-On when you reserve online: an extra 30 minutes for £40.
Massage for your workplace?
We bring office chair massages to your premises, from £120 an hour with a two-hour minimum.
How to reserve
All massages have online, phone and WhatsApp options. If a treatment is not on Fresha, use the online enquiry form, call or WhatsApp us to arrange it.
Best massage for stress
An aromatherapy massage. It is slow and unhurried, with calming essential oils chosen with you on the day. You can also add an hour in our private float tank on the same visit.
Best massage for knots and tight muscles
A deep tissue massage works firmly on areas that have been tight for a while, such as the upper back, neck and hips. It can feel intense in places but should never feel sharply painful. For one or two areas in detail, choose MSK therapy.
Best massage for firm pressure
Deep tissue and warm bamboo are our firmest full-body massages, and warm bamboo adds heat. If deep tissue feels too intense, a hot stone massage uses warmth so your therapist can work deeply with less pressure.
Best massage after sport or training
A sports massage focuses on the muscles you have been using. For firm work across the whole body, choose deep tissue. You may feel a little tender for a day or two afterwards.
Best massage for warmth
Hot stone and warm bamboo massages both use heat, and they are especially welcome in autumn and winter or if you often feel the cold. Neither is offered during pregnancy.
Best massage for stretching
Our Thai massage combines gentle stretches and acupressure-style pressure with aromatic oils. Unlike traditional Thai massage on a floor mat, it takes place on a heated treatment bed.
Massage during pregnancy
Choose our pregnancy massage, available from 12 weeks, after your 12-week scan. You lie on your side, supported by a maternity cushion, and we avoid deep pressure, hot stones and essential oils that are not suitable in pregnancy. Our Swedish, aromatherapy, deep tissue, hot stone and warm bamboo massages are not recommended while you are pregnant. If your pregnancy is high risk, please check with your midwife first.
Best massage for your first visit
A 60-minute Swedish massage is a lovely place to start. Tell your therapist about any injuries or health conditions, and let them know at any point if you would like the pressure lighter or firmer.
Short on time or staying clothed
A seated chair massage takes 20 minutes, fully clothed and with no oils. For the head, neck and shoulders, an Indian head massage lasts 30 or 45 minutes.
Before your appointment: If you have a medical condition, a recent injury or pain that has not been checked, please speak to your GP or physiotherapist before you visit, and mention it on your consultation form.
Find your comfort level
Massage pressure guide, from gentle to firm
At Dragonfly Skin in Leeds, pressure is one of the easiest ways to narrow down your choice. On most treatments your therapist can make it lighter or firmer on the day.
- Feather-lightLymphatic drainage massage
- GentleAromatherapy massage, pregnancy massage, reflexology
- Light to medium, adjustableSwedish massage, hot stone massage
- Medium to firmThai massage, sports massage
- FirmDeep tissue massage, warm bamboo massage
Your appointment
What to expect at your massage
Here is what to expect when you first visit Dragonfly Skin in Leeds city centre.
- 01
Arrive 10 minutes early
You will fill in a short consultation form. Please mention any injuries, health conditions or pregnancy.
- 02
Your therapist welcomes you
Your appointment begins when your therapist greets you and walks you upstairs. Five minutes in total are set aside for undressing and dressing, so a 60-minute booking includes 55 minutes of treatment.
- 03
Comfort and privacy
Undress to the level you feel comfortable with. Most guests keep their underwear on, and towels keep you covered throughout.
- 04
Pressure that suits you
Your therapist will check the pressure with you as you go. Say at any point if you would like it lighter or firmer.
Time together
Couples massage in Leeds
Two of you can enjoy a massage at the same time at our Leeds city centre spa. You each have your own therapist, in two separate treatment rooms, so you can each choose the massage and pressure you prefer.
To reserve, choose “Book group appointment” on our online booking page and add a treatment for each person, or call or WhatsApp us and we will arrange it for you.
We take card details to secure every appointment. You can cancel or move it free of charge up to 24 hours before. After that, 50% of the treatment price is charged. Read our booking terms.
A little more time
Massage with a private sauna or float
At Dragonfly Skin in Leeds, you can make a longer visit of it by adding our private sauna, private float tank or a facial to your massage, reserved back to back.
Find a moment of quiet.01 / Warmth
Private sauna
From £75 an hour for up to two guests, before or after your massage.
02 / Stillness
Float tank
From £70 an hour in our private float suite.
03 / Care
Classic facial
A 60-minute classic facial for £95, alongside any massage.
Through the year we also offer seasonal pairings of a massage with a float, sauna or facial at a set price. You will find the current ones on our online booking page.
View the current spa menuPeople make the place
Why guests choose Dragonfly Skin
Dragonfly Skin is a founder-led day spa in Leeds city centre with a holistic, eco-minded approach and a strong preference for natural, organic products.
4.9/5
Google, 451 reviews (3 November 2026)
5.0/5
Fresha, 1,210 reviews (3 November 2026)
2023
Yorkshire Day Spa of the Year
Google and Fresha review figures checked in November 2026.
“I am a fan of Dragonfly skin day spa, it is an oasis of relaxation in the core of Leeds city centre!”
Leeds-List described our menu as perhaps the widest range in Leeds
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Founder-led and considered
Dragonfly Skin was founded by Kristine Kosareva, who has worked in the beauty and spa industry for more than 10 years.
Qualified and insured therapists
Every therapist is trained in Kristine's own approach to massage before treating guests.
Award-winning care
We were named Day Spa of the Year in the Yorkshire edition of the 2023 English Beauty Industry Awards. See all our awards.
Space to slow down
Alongside more than 15 massage types, our Leeds spa has a private float tank and a private sauna for two.
Find our front door
Unit 7A Central Arcade
Briggate, Leeds LS1 6DX
How to find us in Leeds city centre
Dragonfly Skin Day Spa is at Unit 7A Central Arcade, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6DX, in the heart of Leeds city centre.
Dragonfly Skin Day SpaUnit 7A Central Arcade
Briggate, Leeds LS1 6DX
We are about a 5-minute walk from Trinity Leeds and 10 minutes on foot from Leeds train station. Look for the Central Arcade entrance on Briggate.
The nearest car parks are Trinity, Victoria Leeds and Trafalgar Street.
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 7pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Accessibility: The spa is reached by stairs and does not have step-free access. If you have any access needs, please call us before you visit.
Good to know
Massage in Leeds: your questions answered
We have answered the most common questions about visiting Dragonfly Skin in Leeds city centre, from massage prices to booking and what to expect.
How much does a massage cost in Leeds?
Prices in Leeds vary with the venue, the type of massage and its length. At Dragonfly Skin, 60-minute massages cost £95 to £125 and 90-minute massages cost £135 to £170. Shorter treatments start at £45 for a 20-minute seated massage and £60 for a 30-minute Indian head massage or back, neck and shoulder massage. All prices are per person.
Which massage is best for relaxation?
Many guests choose a Swedish massage, which uses long, flowing strokes at a pressure that suits you. If you'd like warmth, try a hot stone massage, and if you enjoy scent, an aromatherapy massage. All three are available for 60 or 90 minutes.
What's the difference between Swedish and deep tissue massage?
Swedish massage uses lighter, flowing strokes to help you relax. Deep tissue massage uses firmer pressure on specific areas of tightness, such as knots in the upper back. Choose Swedish if you'd like to relax and deep tissue if there's an area you want worked on.
What should I wear for a massage?
Undress to the level you feel comfortable with. Towels keep you covered throughout, and most guests keep their underwear on. This applies to our Thai massage too, as it uses oils. For a seated chair massage you stay fully clothed.
How long should a massage be?
Most of our full-body massages last 60 or 90 minutes. An hour suits a relaxing massage or one area of focus, while 90 minutes allows time for the back, legs, arms, neck and scalp. Shorter treatments take 20 to 45 minutes. Five minutes of each appointment are set aside for undressing and dressing.
Can couples have a massage together?
Yes. Two of you can have massages at the same time, each with your own therapist in a separate treatment room. Reserve a group appointment online or call us on 0113 244 0388. You can also share our private sauna, which takes up to two guests.
Where can I get a massage in Leeds city centre?
Dragonfly Skin Day Spa is at Unit 7A Central Arcade, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6DX, about 5 minutes' walk from Trinity Leeds and 10 minutes from Leeds train station. We're open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 7pm.
Do I need to book a massage in advance?
Yes, please reserve before you visit. You can book online at any time, or call or WhatsApp us during opening hours. We take card details to hold your appointment, and you can cancel or rearrange free of charge up to 24 hours before.
Can I combine a massage with a sauna or float?
Yes, you can reserve them back to back on the same visit. Our private float tank starts at £70 an hour, and our private sauna for up to two guests starts at £75 an hour. Seasonal pairings at a set price are listed on our online booking page.
Can I have a massage while I'm pregnant?
Yes, with our pregnancy massage, which we offer from 12 weeks, after your 12-week scan. You'll lie on your side, supported by a maternity cushion. Our Swedish, aromatherapy, deep tissue, hot stone and warm bamboo massages aren't recommended during pregnancy. If your pregnancy is high risk, please check with your midwife first.
We would love to see you
Reserve your massage in Leeds
Dragonfly Skin would love to welcome you to Central Arcade in Leeds. Reserve online at any time, call us on 0113 244 0388 or send a WhatsApp message to 07456 727212. Not sure which massage is right for you? Send us a message and we will help you choose.
Need something else? Send an enquiry.