Who says a spa break has to be in the countryside? London’s best hotels have upped their spa game, offering luxurious experiences that rival any countryside retreat. Imagine: after a day exploring the city, you can retreat to your hotel for a pampered escape. Gone are the days of basic massage rooms. Now you can find cutting-edge wellness features like bio-feedback training, decompression pods, and superfood clinics. From Hyde Park to Liverpool Street, London’s spa hotels are waiting to provide the ultimate urban escape.
Spa Haven Highlights: Where to Indulge in London
The Berkeley: Rooftop Garden Oasis
This Knightsbridge grande dame boasts a five-star experience, including a heated outdoor rooftop pool and the Bamford Wellness Spa. Imagine soaking in the sunshine while enjoying stunning views of the city. The spa is like a secret garden high above the bustling streets, with daybeds and vibrant flowers in bloom during summer. Pamper yourself with holistic, organic treatments from the Bamford Haybarn brand or choose a luxurious facial from the British brand OSKIA. Don’t miss the one-on-one yoga and Pilates classes, or the special summer events like hula hooping or synchronized swimming.
Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa: A Georgian Gem
This restored Georgian building offers modern interiors and a restaurant terrace with heaters, making it a perfect retreat in any weather. But the real star is the spa with its 20m indoor swimming pool, big enough for a proper swim. The sauna and steam room, and stylish relaxation room with hanging egg-shaped beds add to the luxurious experience. Outside, you’ll find a leafy garden with two Scandinavian hot tubs and a vitality pool for ultimate relaxation. The high-tech gym offers classes and there are 13 treatment rooms to choose from. The Drift Away massage is a must-try. The pool is also child-friendly at certain times of day.
Four Seasons Park Lane: Breathtaking Views & Modern Luxury
Located in Mayfair’s prestigious postcode, this hotel boasts a bold and stylish design that blends 1930s Art Deco elegance with modern charm. The rooftop spa offers unrivaled views of Hyde Park, particularly from the sauna with its large window. Indulge in a pre-treatment pamper session in the vitality pool with bubbles and underwater seating, or relax in the wood-clad relaxation room with leather, camel-coloured pods, gold masks, and an abundance of magazines and herbal tea.
The Edition: London’s Coolest Hotel
London’s first super-boutique hotel, The Edition, is a hot spot for its buzzy bar and restaurant spaces. The elegant basement spa is an irresistible retreat, with cabana beds around the pool perfect for lounging. The extensive treatment menu includes facials by Omorovicza and massages by Ila. Choose from a deep tissue massage or a holistic Harmony massage that incorporates Tibetan acupressure and scalp massage. The hotel also features a hair and beauty salon from Hiro Miyosh, an AMA nail bar and a Refuel superfood and juice ‘clinic’ for a truly cool and contemporary experience.
The Corinthia: A Spa Paradise
This landmark building boasts one of the most lavish makeovers in the UK, with impeccable fixtures and fittings. The spa is a highlight, featuring ESPA’s flagship experience. Spread over four floors, the spa includes a steam room, 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, super-cool indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheatre sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers, and private sleep pods. The ESPA treatments are designed to de-stress, release tension, and uplift your mood. Indulge in the Pure Indulgence Body Ritual for the ultimate pampering experience.
Aman at The Connaught: A World of Wellness
This refined hotel offers a sophisticated blend of old and new – dark polished woods, shiny marble, cream-coloured ceilings, and airy contemporary rooms. The sleek Aman branded spa follows the same minimalist aesthetic, featuring a black-granite swimming pool, loungers, and a small aromatic steam room. Beyond the standard therapies, the spa offers signature experiences inspired by different parts of the world. Treat yourself to the Native American-inspired signature experience – a combination of massages including ancient Navajo techniques.
The Lanesborough: Luxurious Retreat in the Heart of London
This grand hotel tucked away off High Holborn is a palace of elegance without taking itself too seriously. Enjoy the dark and sultry corridors with eye-catching touches like a rose gold mirrored ceiling. The Sense spa is a soothing space with a relaxation room, sauna and steam facilities, and treatment rooms. Indulge in the deep tissue Maison Caulières massage to release those troublesome knots. Don’t miss the gym with complimentary fruit and headphones.
The Dorchester: Exclusive Indulgence
This hotel is known for its expensive rooms but the exclusive spa is available to everyone for just £150 a day or free with a £250 treatment. Relax in the shadowy, magazine-laiden relaxation room and enjoy complimentary refreshments. Treatments are administered using ila, La Prairie, Tata Harper, and Lanesborough own-brand products. Indulge in the scent-infused experience showers, steam room, sauna, and small swimming pool with whirlpool. The hotel also boasts a club lounge with smoothie bar and vegetarian restaurant, large gym, and Daniel Galvin Jr hair salon.
Finding Your Perfect London Spa Haven
London offers an incredible variety of spa experiences, from rooftop gardens to opulent basement retreats. Whether you crave a holistic escape, a pampering session, or a luxurious escape, you’ll find it in one of London’s best spa hotels. Start planning your ultimate urban oasis today!
