Escape the hustle and bustle of London life and treat yourself to a spa break without leaving the city! Gone are the days of basic massages in cramped rooms. Today, London’s spa scene is a world of luxury and innovation, offering everything from bio-feedback training to de-compression pods and superfood clinics.
No matter your preferred spa experience, we’ve got you covered with top-notch spa hotels across London, from Hyde Park to Liverpool Street and Leicester Square.
A Touch of English Countryside in Knightsbridge
The Berkeley, a grand dame of Knightsbridge, boasts five-star amenities, including a heated outdoor rooftop pool and the Bamford Wellness Spa. Nestled on the seventh floor, the spa feels like a secret garden above the city, with daybeds and blooming flowers in the summer. It’s the perfect place to unwind after a treatment.
The spa uses holistic and organic products from Bamford Haybarn for most treatments, while OSKIA provides luxurious facials. One-on-one yoga and Pilates classes are available, and seasonal events like hula hooping and synchronized swimming add a touch of fun (check their website for schedules).
Relaxation by the River at the Richmond Harbour Hotel
This restored Georgian building houses the Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa, a haven of modern design and riverside tranquility. A restaurant terrace with heaters overlooks the beautiful surroundings, and it’s just a short walk from the gates of Richmond Park.
The real star of the show is the spa, boasting a 20-meter indoor swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing swim. You’ll also find a sauna, steam room, and a stylish relaxation room with hanging egg-shaped beds. Step outside into the leafy garden, where you’ll discover two Scandinavian hot tubs and a vitality pool.
The hotel also features a high-tech gym with classes and 13 treatment rooms, offering a wide range of services. The Drift Away massage is particularly noteworthy. Children are welcome in the pool at certain times, making it a family-friendly option.
Sky-High Views and Chic Design at Four Seasons Park Lane
Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, Four Seasons Park Lane is a bold and stylish hotel, blending 1930s Art Deco elegance with unique charm. The rooftop spa offers unrivaled views of Hyde Park, especially from the sauna with its window.
Pre-treatment pampering is a must here, with a vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating, and a wood-clad relaxation room with leather, camel-colored pods, a gold-mask feature wall, magazines, and herbal tea.
London’s Newest Hot Spot: The Edition Hotel
The Edition, London’s first super-boutique hotel, has made a splash since its 2021 opening. It’s one of the hottest spots in the capital, with a buzzing bar and restaurant scene, and an elegant basement spa you’ll want to revisit again and again.
Cabana beds around the pool invite you to relax and enjoy the afternoon with the sauna and steam room. The extensive treatment menu features facials by Omorovicza, massages by Ila, and holistic therapies like the Harmony massage, which blends Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage.
You’ll also find a hair and beauty salon by Hiro Miyosh, an AMA nail bar, and a Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic’ – all very cool.
A Grand Spa Experience at the Corinthia London
The Corinthia London boasts one of the most lavish makeovers in the UK, with impressive contemporary design, and a remarkable spa.
This ESPA flagship is a serious affair, spanning four floors with a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheatre sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers, and private sleep pods.
The ESPA treatments are de-stressing, muscle-releasing, and uplifting, and there are various packages to choose from, including the Pure Indulgence Body Ritual.
Sophisticated Serenity at The Connaught
The Connaught is one of London’s most refined hotels, with a sophisticated and understated elegance. Dark polished woods, shiny marble floors and pillars, and cream-coloured corniced ceilings create a classic and timeless ambience.
The Aman branded spa follows a similar aesthetic, with deep woods, glossy marble, and minimalist lines. A black-granite swimming pool takes center stage, surrounded by loungers, and there’s a small aromatic steam room.
Besides standard therapies, the spa offers signature experiences inspired by different regions of the world. Treat yourself to the Native American-inspired signature experience, a combination of massages incorporating ancient Navajo techniques.
A Hidden Gem: The Lanesborough
This opulent palace tucked away off High Holborn is a hidden gem, with a unique blend of elegance and whimsy. Fake bird cages, bulldog and bear models, dark and sultry corridors, and a rose gold mirrored ceiling add a touch of the unexpected.
The Sense spa is a soothing oasis with black slate walls, a relaxation room, sauna and steam facilities, and treatment rooms. Enjoy the heated beds that adjust at both ends and indulge in the deep tissue Maison Caulières massage, perfect for releasing knots.
The hotel also has a gym, with fruit and headphones provided.
Luxury and Exclusivity at The Dorchester
Known for its expensive room rates, The Dorchester also offers a members-only spa, available to the public for a day pass.
Enjoy the shadowy relaxation room with complimentary refreshments, and choose from treatments by ila, La Prairie, Tata Harper, and Lanesborough own-brand products.
Explore the scent-infused experience showers, a steam room, sauna, and small swimming pool with whirlpool. The hotel also features a club lounge with a smoothie bar and vegetarian restaurant, a large gym with top-of-the-range equipment, and a Daniel Galvin Jr hair salon.
Find Your Perfect Spa Escape in London
From grand dames to super-boutiques, London’s spa hotel scene offers something for everyone. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, rejuvenation, or simply a luxurious escape, you’ll find it in these top-notch destinations.
