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The term “spa holiday” conjures up ideas of grand country house getaways or residential retreats, but what if you choose to have your spa experience in the city? Who said you can’t combine two elements? It’s actually a stroke of genius, because while you’re roaming the streets and taking in everything the city has to offer, you can retire to your hotel for a pampered welcome break. Gone are the spa breaks in London that consisted of a classic massage in a small room, the experience is now super luxurious and cutting edge; Think biofeedback training, decompression capsules, and superfood clinics. Whatever your preferred spa getaway in London, we have you covered, from Hyde Park to Liverpool Street via Leicester Square. Here are the best spa hotels in London.
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Every hotel on this curated list has been visited by one of our expert reviewers, who are often hosted free of charge. They stay at least one night, test at least one meal, and try other experiences the hotel has to offer.
London’s best spa hotels at a glance
A true grande dame of Knightsbridge, the Berkeley has many five-star opulent hotels, but the highlight is its heated outdoor rooftop pool and Bamford Wellness Spa. Located on the seventh floor, the spa resembles an English country garden above the city. Lined with divans and in full bloom in summer, the secret garden is a gorgeous spot to relax after a treatment. Following a holistic, organic philosophy, Bamford Haybarn is the main brand behind most treatments; The boutique British brand OSKIA deals with facial treatments. In addition to wonderful one-on-one yoga and Pilates classes, there are also special events such as hula hoops or synchronized swimming throughout the summer (check the website for current schedules).
Pan Pacific was big news when it opened in 2021; Not only would it be a great antidote to the corporate environment in the city, it would also feature a wellness center that would blow most of its nearby competitors out of the water. . We can definitely say that he achieved his goals. On the fourth floor, you’ll find the 11,000-square-foot wellness area, offering treatments that combine South East Asian traditions and western science. There’s a spectacular 18.5m infinity pool (pictured), rarely seen in London, a yoga room and a relaxation area with daybeds, noise-cancelling headphones and weighted blankets. A spacious gym features the latest TecnoBody equipment such as D-Wall (a high-tech digital training system that offers body recognition).
A restored 18th-century Georgian building now houses the Richmond Harbor Hotel & Spa. Modern interiors, a heated restaurant terrace and location (a quick step on the doorsteps of Richmond Park) are the highlights, but the spa, with its 20-metre indoor swimming pool, is the real star of the show here. Inside, there’s a sauna next to the pool (which is big enough for good laps), a steam room and a stylish relaxation room with hanging egg-shaped beds. Outside is the real jewel of a lush garden, with two Scandinavian hot tubs and a vitality pool. In addition to classes, there is a high-tech gym with 13 treatment rooms; Drift Away massage is excellent. It’s very affordable compared to other hotel spas in the city, and the pool welcomes children at certain times of the day.
Located in one of London’s most established postcodes in Mayfair, Four Seasons Park Lane is a picture of bold, stylish design, combining 1930s Art Deco elegance with distinctive charm. No spa in London can rival the views from this rooftop fixture, overlooking the Dutch elms and copper beeches of south-east Hyde Park; The sauna with a window offers particularly spectacular views. Leave plenty of time to pamper yourself before the treatment – particularly the vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating, and the wood-lined relaxation room with leather, camel-coloured capsules, a gold-masked wall and plenty of magazines and herbal tea on hand.
London’s first self-proclaimed super boutique hotel, 14 years and £500 million in the making, caused a stir for all the right reasons when it opened in late 2021. Its bustling bar and restaurant areas make it one of the capital’s hottest new spots, and its elegant basement spa? You’ll want to come back again and again. Cabana beds around the pool make it easy to spend the afternoons here, especially with the sauna and steam room. The extensive treatment menu includes facials by Omorovicza and massages by Ila. A few simple deep tissue massages are available, but most are more holistic treatments; For example, a Harmony massage combines Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage, leaving you feeling as if you’ve received multiple treatments at once. You’ll also find a hair and beauty salon by Hiro Miyosh, an AMA nail bar and the healthy Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic’; All of them are beautiful.
This landmark building had one of the most lavish renovations the UK has ever seen when it opened as the Corinthia; The scale and quality of the fixtures and fittings created an impressively contemporary fascination with the area, and the spa was one of the most notable. features (making it one of London’s best spa hotels). This is the flagship of the great brand ESPA; It’s a solemn affair spread over four floors of the hotel (pictured), featuring a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, a nail studio, a super-cool indoor swimming pool, a vitality pool, an amphitheater sauna, an ice fountain, marble heated loungers (pictured) and private sleeping pods. Of course, the treatments are ESPA’s best; They are treatments that reduce stress, relax and revitalize muscles, and there are a variety of packages to choose from; The Body Ritual of Pure Indulgence is exactly that.
This famous hotel has fallen on hard times over the last decade (a devastating fire broke out just after a major renovation), but now it’s back and better than ever. The spa has opened its doors to sparkling new facilities and a fresh look by New York designer Adam D Tihany. There are 13 treatment rooms, including a double suite complete with Rasul water temple; Mandarin Oriental’s signature ‘digital wellness escape’ is a spa menu with countless treatments, from restorative massage to traditional Chinese medicine. You can expect amazing amenities like an amethyst crystal steam room, sanatorium, 17-metre indoor pool and fitness centre. The spa now also offers the award-winning Bastien Gonzalez Pedi:Mani:Cure studio, a real treat for hands and feet.
Although this is one of London’s most exclusive hotels, it is far from pretentious. Old world meets new, but not in a garish ‘mix of styles’ way, it’s more subtle than that: step inside and you’ll find airiness as well as dark polished woods, polished marble floors and columns and cream-coloured cornice ceilings. , contemporary rooms. And there’s the swanky spa-like ambience of the Aman brand; all dark woods, shiny marbles and minimalist lines. The black granite swimming pool is the center point, surrounded by sun loungers, and there is a small aromatic steam room. Besides standard treatments, Aman at The Connaught offers special experiences inspired by different parts of the world: If you have two and a half hours of free time, you should treat yourself to a special Native American-inspired experience. Different massages incorporating ancient Navajo techniques
It’s hard to believe that a real palace like this is just around the corner from bustling High Holborn. Despite its effortless elegance, the place doesn’t take itself too seriously, with faux bird cages and bulldog and bear models next to the elevators. The corridors are dark and sultry, with eye-catching touches like a rose gold mirrored ceiling. Sense spa is a relaxing space; An area made of black slate with steam facilities in the relaxation room, sauna and changing rooms, as well as treatment rooms. Treatments are excellent with heated beds that can be adjusted at both ends; Deep tissue Maison Caulières massage is a great option, especially for working out problematic knots. There is also a gym with fruit and headphones provided.
Ned is a hotel show. Located in the former Midlands Bank Headquarters designed by Sir Edwin ‘Ned’ Lutyens (with many original architectural details), it is now a party palace with restaurants, bars and a spectacular lobby with live music and a huge spa. The basement spa is a dark, relaxing space, worlds away from the city streets. There’s a 20-foot marble-lined lap pool crowned entirely with black-and-white tiles, green marble, and scalloped lights. In a first for a London hotel spa, Ned is a leader in non-surgical aesthetics, Dr. He opened Define Clinic, run by Benji Dhillon MD, and includes laser (BBL and Moxi; from £450) and anti-wrinkle treatments with injections (from £180).
The hotel is quite famous for having some of the most expensive room rates in London (at £700 per night), but what many people don’t know is that you can get the exclusive (advertised as members-only) spa experience here. for just £150 per day (or you can use the facilities for free if you spend £250 on treatments). Guests wait to be cared for in a shaded, magazine-filled break room with call buttons to summon complimentary drinks. Therapists deliver treatments in dimly lit rooms with products from La Prairie, Tata Harper and Lanesborough before you head out to explore the scented experience showers, steam room, sauna and small swimming pool with jacuzzi. There is also a club lounge with a smoothie bar and vegetarian restaurant, a large gym with top-of-the-line equipment, and a Daniel Galvin Jr hair salon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest day spa in London?
Spanning four floors, ESPA Life at The Corinthia is London’s largest day spa, complete with steam room, 17 treatment rooms, private spa suite, nail studio, indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheater sauna, ice fountain, marble heated sun loungers. and private sleeping quarters.
Contributors: Jade Conroy, Rachel Cranshaw, Fiona Duncan, Mark C. O’Flaherty, Charlotte Johnstone, Francesca Syz