Imagine a world where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and retreat to a haven of tranquility. Forget those old notions of spa breaks being limited to grand countryside estates. You can now experience the ultimate relaxation right in the heart of London. Whether you’ve been exploring the city’s vibrant streets or soaking up its cultural treasures, these luxurious hotels offer a sanctuary of peace and rejuvenation. Get ready to discover the best spa hotels in London and indulge in an unforgettable experience!
The Crème de la Crème of London Spa Hotels
The Berkeley, a grand dame of Knightsbridge, offers more than just five-star luxury. Its seventh-floor Bamford Wellness Spa feels like an English country garden suspended above the city. Picture this: a secret garden filled with daybeds, bursting with blooms in the summer, where you can unwind after a treatment. The spa embraces a holistic, organic philosophy with Bamford Haybarn treatments and luxurious facials by the British brand OSKIA. Beyond the treatments, you can enjoy one-on-one yoga and Pilates sessions, or attend special events during the summer, such as hula hooping or synchronized swimming.
The Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa, a restored Georgian building, is another gem. This charming hotel boasts modern interiors, a restaurant terrace with heaters, and a prime location near Richmond Park. But the real star is the spa with its 20-meter indoor swimming pool. Beyond the pool, there’s a sauna, steam room, and a stylish relaxation room with hanging egg-shaped beds. Venture outside to discover a leafy garden with Scandinavian hot tubs and a vitality pool. With a high-tech gym, classes, and 13 treatment rooms, including the excellent Drift Away massage, the Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa offers exceptional value. And, if you’re traveling with children, the pool welcomes them at specific times.
Four Seasons Park Lane, located in Mayfair, embodies bold and classy design, blending 1930s Art Deco elegance with unique charm. The views from the rooftop are unparalleled, overlooking Hyde Park’s Dutch elms and copper beeches. The sauna, with its large windows, offers particularly breathtaking vistas. Before your treatment, indulge in the vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating, or relax in the wood-clad relaxation room with leather, camel-colored pods, a gold-masked feature wall, and an abundance of magazines and herbal tea.
Modern Luxury and Boutique Buzz
The Londoner, London’s first self-proclaimed super-boutique hotel, has taken the city by storm. With its trendy bar and restaurant spaces, it’s one of London’s hottest new spots. The elegant basement spa is an inviting oasis. Spend the afternoon lounging on cabana beds around the pool, or unwind in the sauna and steam room. The extensive treatment menu features facials by Omorovicza and massages by Ila. While traditional deep tissue massages are available, the spa emphasizes holistic treatments, like the Harmony massage, incorporating Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage for a truly revitalizing experience. Beyond the spa, you’ll find a hair and beauty salon by Hiro Miyosh, an AMA nail bar, and a healthy Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic’.
The Corinthia, a landmark building, underwent a lavish makeover, boasting a stunning contemporary aesthetic. Its spa is one of the most remarkable features, spanning four floors. This ESPA flagship offers a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, an indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, an amphitheater sauna, an ice fountain, marble heated loungers, and private sleep pods. ESPA’s signature treatments, including de-stressing, muscle-releasing, and uplifting options, are available, with various packages to choose from. The Pure Indulgence Body Ritual, in particular, is a true indulgence.
Sophisticated Serenity
Aman at The Connaught, one of London’s most refined hotels, offers a blend of old-world charm and modern elegance. Dark polished woods, shiny marble floors, and cream-colored corniced ceilings create a luxurious and airy atmosphere. The spa continues this refined ambiance with deep woods, glossy marble, and minimalist lines. The black-granite swimming pool is the centerpiece, surrounded by loungers, and there’s a small aromatic steam room. Beyond standard therapies, Aman at The Connaught offers unique experiences inspired by different parts of the world. For an unforgettable experience, indulge in the Native American-inspired signature treatment, a combination of different massages, including ancient Navajo techniques.
The Lanesborough, a veritable palace tucked away from the bustle of High Holborn, blends effortless elegance with playful touches. Dark and sultry corridors feature eye-catching details like a rose gold mirrored ceiling. The Sense spa is a soothing space with a relaxation room, sauna, steam facilities, and treatment rooms. The treatments are exceptional, with heated beds that adjust at both ends. The deep tissue Maison Caulières massage is a great choice for releasing tension. The hotel also offers a gym with fruit and headphones.
The Dorchester, known for its luxurious rooms, also boasts an exclusive spa that can be enjoyed for a day. This members-only spa offers a unique sanctuary of relaxation for a reasonable fee. Guests can enjoy a shadowy, magazine-filled relaxation room with complimentary refreshments. The therapists use ila, La Prairie, Tata Harper, and Lanesborough own-brand products in the dimly lit treatment rooms. After your treatment, explore the scent-infused experience showers, steam room, sauna, and small swimming pool with a whirlpool. The hotel also offers a club lounge with a smoothie bar and vegetarian restaurant, a large gym, and a Daniel Galvin Jr hair salon.
Where to Find the Largest Day Spa in London?
While each of these hotels offers a luxurious spa experience, the Corinthia boasts the largest day spa in London, spanning an impressive four floors.
