Forget about escaping to the countryside for a relaxing spa experience. The city offers a multitude of luxurious havens where you can unwind and rejuvenate. Imagine: after exploring London’s vibrant streets, you retreat to your hotel, ready to indulge in a pampered escape.
These days, London’s spa hotels are anything but ordinary. Forget basic massages in tiny rooms. Think bio-feedback training, decompression pods, and superfood clinics.
We’ve curated a list of the best spa hotels in London, each offering a unique experience, from Hyde Park to Liverpool Street.
The Grande Dame of Knightsbridge: The Berkeley
The Berkeley in Knightsbridge is a true icon of luxury. Its five-star amenities are abundant, but the real gem is the Bamford Wellness Spa, located on the seventh floor.
Imagine yourself transported to an English country garden, high above the bustling city. The secret garden, adorned with daybeds and bursting with flowers in summer, is the perfect place to unwind after a treatment.
The spa offers a wide range of treatments, mainly using products from Bamford Haybarn, a brand known for its holistic and organic philosophy. For facial treatments, the boutique British brand OSKIA is their go-to.
There’s also one-on-one yoga and Pilates classes, and throughout the summer, special events like hula hooping or synchronized swimming keep things lively. Check their website for the latest schedule.
Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa: A Georgian Gem
Nestled in a restored 18th-century Georgian building, the Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa offers a delightful blend of history and modern luxury.
The hotel boasts modern interiors, a restaurant terrace with heaters, and a prime location just a short walk from Richmond Park. But the real star is the spa, with its 20m indoor swimming pool.
Inside, alongside the pool (perfect for a good swim), you’ll find a sauna, steam room, and a stylish relaxation room with hanging egg-shaped beds. Outside, a lush garden features two Scandinavian hot tubs and a vitality pool, offering a tranquil oasis.
The hotel also has a high-tech gym with classes and 13 treatment rooms. The Drift Away massage is particularly popular. The pool is open to children at specific times, making it family-friendly.
Four Seasons Park Lane: Art Deco Elegance with Stunning Views
In the heart of Mayfair, Four Seasons Park Lane combines 1930s Art Deco elegance with modern charm.
No spa in London can match the breathtaking views from this rooftop sanctuary. Overlooking Hyde Park, the sauna, with its large window, offers panoramic vistas.
Before your treatment, indulge in the pre-treatment pampering, including the vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating. The wood-clad relaxation room is a haven of luxury, featuring leather, camel-colored pods, a feature wall adorned with gold masks, and a selection of magazines and herbal teas.
The Londoner: A Super-Boutique Hotel with a Cool Vibe
This super-boutique hotel, which opened in 2021, has quickly become one of London’s hottest spots.
Its buzzy bar and restaurant spaces draw crowds, and the elegant basement spa is a destination in itself.
Cabana beds surrounding the pool are perfect for lounging, especially when combined with the sauna and steam room. The extensive treatment menu features facials by Omorovicza and massages by Ila.
Beyond the standard treatments, you’ll find more holistic options. The Harmony massage, for instance, incorporates Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage, providing a truly restorative experience.
The hotel also has a hair and beauty salon from Hiro Miyosh, an AMA nail bar, and a Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic’, all adding to its cool and trendy vibe.
Corinthia London: Big Brand ESPA’s Flagship Spa
The Corinthia London, a landmark building, underwent a lavish makeover, resulting in one of the most impressive spa experiences in London.
The ESPA flagship spa, spread over four floors, features a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, a super-cool indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, an amphitheatre sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers, and private sleep pods.
ESPA treatments are the star of the show, offering a range of de-stressing, muscle-releasing, and uplifting experiences. Choose from various packages, including the Pure Indulgence Body Ritual.
Aman at The Connaught: A Refined Oasis with Global Inspiration
This refined hotel is far from pretentious. It combines old-world charm with contemporary elegance, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
The Aman branded spa is a sanctuary of 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.
In addition to standard therapies, Aman at The Connaught offers signature experiences inspired by different parts of the world. For a truly immersive experience, treat yourself to the Native American-inspired signature experience, combining various massages, including ancient Navajo techniques.
The Lanesborough: A Hidden Palace with a Luxurious Spa
You wouldn’t believe that this hidden palace, just off bustling High Holborn, is a haven of luxury.
Despite its effortless elegance, the hotel has a playful side, with cages of fake birds and models of a bulldog and bear by the lifts.
The Sense spa is a soothing space, with a warren of black slate, a relaxation room, sauna and steam facilities in the changing rooms, and multiple treatment rooms.
Treatments are excellent, with heated beds that adjust at both ends. The deep tissue Maison Caulières massage is a perfect option for releasing knots.
The hotel also has a gym, with fruit and headphones supplied.
The Dorchester: Exclusive Spa Access for a Day of Pampering
While The Dorchester is known for its expensive room rates, what many don’t know is that you can experience its exclusive (advertised as members-only) spa for a day pass of £150.
Guests relax in a shadowy, magazine-laden relaxation room, enjoying complimentary refreshments. Therapists administer treatments using ila, La Prairie, Tata Harper, and Lanesborough own-brand products, in dimly lit rooms.
After your treatment, explore the scent-infused experience showers, steam room, sauna, and small swimming pool with whirlpool.
The hotel also boasts 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.
London’s Largest Day Spa: Awaiting Discovery
While the article details some of London’s finest hotel spas, it doesn’t delve into the realm of stand-alone day spas.
The search continues to uncover the largest day spa in London. Perhaps it’s hidden away in a secret location or awaits its grand unveiling. Stay tuned!
