Imagine a world where you can unwind after a day of exploring London’s vibrant streets with a luxurious spa experience, all within your hotel. Forget the days of basic spas; these hotel spas are cutting-edge and luxurious, offering bio-feedback training, de-compression pods, and superfood clinics. Whether you crave a zen retreat in Hyde Park or a rejuvenating escape near Liverpool Street, London offers a diverse range of spa havens.
Grand Dame with a View: The Berkeley
The Berkeley, a grand dame of Knightsbridge, boasts an enchanting rooftop pool and the serene Bamford Wellness Spa. This seventh-floor haven resembles an English country garden overlooking the city, complete with daybeds and a blooming secret garden, perfect for post-treatment relaxation.
The spa features a holistic, organic approach with treatments from Bamford Haybarn and OSKIA. You’ll also find fantastic yoga and Pilates classes and seasonal events like hula hoop or synchronized swimming.
Where History Meets Wellness: Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa
This restored Georgian building offers modern interiors, a restaurant terrace with heaters, and a prime location near Richmond Park. However, the 20m indoor swimming pool is the true star of the show.
The spa features a sauna, steam room, stylish relaxation area, and 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, this spa is a great value option.
Modern Elegance with a View: Four Seasons Park Lane
Step into Four Seasons Park Lane, a harmonious blend of 1930s Art Deco elegance and unique charm in London’s prestigious Mayfair. No other London spa can rival the breathtaking views from its rooftop overlooking Hyde Park’s verdant expanse.
The pre-treatment pampering is a highlight, from the vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating to the wood-clad relaxation room with leather pods, a gold-masked wall, and an array of magazines and herbal teas. The sauna’s window offers panoramic vistas, making your experience even more luxurious.
Super-Boutique Haven: The Londoner
This super-boutique hotel, a landmark in London, opened in 2021 and quickly became a hotspot for its buzzing bar and restaurant spaces. The elegant basement spa is a must-visit, with cabana beds around the pool making it ideal for leisurely afternoons.
The extensive treatment menu includes facials by Omorovicza, massages by Ila, and a variety of holistic treatments, such as the Harmony massage, which combines Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage. You’ll also find a hair and beauty salon, a nail bar, and a Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic.’
A Spa Extravaganza: Corinthia London
The Corinthia London, with its lavish makeover, is home to ESPA’s flagship spa. Spread across four floors, this serious spa experience boasts a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheater sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers, and private sleep pods.
ESPA’s best treatments, including de-stressing, muscle-releasing, and uplifting options, are available, along with various packages like the Pure Indulgence Body Ritual.
Subtle Luxury: Aman at The Connaught
This refined hotel, far from pretentious, blends old world charm with modern touches. The Aman branded spa is equally sophisticated, 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.
Besides standard therapies, Aman offers signature experiences inspired by different areas of the world. Treat yourself to the Native American-inspired signature experience, a combination of massages including ancient Navajo techniques.
Hidden Palace: The Lanesborough
This hidden palace just off High Holborn oozes effortless elegance without taking itself too seriously. Dark corridors with eye-catching features lead to the Sense spa, a soothing haven of black slate with a relaxation room, sauna, steam facilities, and treatment rooms.
Treatments are exceptional, with heated beds that adjust at both ends. The deep tissue Maison Caulières massage is perfect for relieving stubborn knots. You’ll also find a gym with fruit and headphones provided.
Exclusive Oasis: The Dorchester
The Dorchester is known for its expensive room rates, but its exclusive spa can be enjoyed for just £150 a day. Guests are pampered in a shadowy relaxation room with call buttons for refreshments. Therapists administer treatments by ila, La Prairie, Tata Harper, and Lanesborough’s own-brand products.
Explore scent-infused experience showers, a steam room, sauna, small swimming pool, and whirlpool. You’ll also find a club lounge, vegetarian restaurant, large gym, and Daniel Galvin Jr hair salon.
Finding the Perfect Spa Haven in London
London’s diverse spa hotels cater to every preference, offering a luxurious escape for all. From grand dames to boutique havens, there’s a spa experience waiting to rejuvenate and revitalize you. So book your spa day and discover the perfect sanctuary amidst the bustling city.
