6 must-visit spas from around the world

Lather Spa at the Modern Honolulu

As if luxuriating on a beach in Hawaii isn’t relaxing enough, you can still kick things up a notch at the Lather Spa inside the Modern Honolulu hotel. Whether you’re a guest staying on-property or just looking for a great place to get a massage, body treatment or to freshen up your nails, the Lather Spa at the Modern Honolulu will lull you into a deep state of relaxation. Embracing the essence of ‘aloha’, the spa exudes friendly Hawaiian charm and offers treatments with a local flavour, like the ancient Polynesian tradition of Lomi Lomi massage. Spa guests also have access to the Sunset Pool, the perfect spot to relax after a treatment.

Ritz-Carlton Spa, South Beach

South Beach has a (well-earned) reputation for being a party town but whether you’re there for work or for pleasure, a spa treatment is always in order! With a focus on luxury, the Ritz-Carlton Spa, South Beach offers an extensive array of beauty and wellness treatments and a menu of ultra luxurious La Maison de Beauté Carita services. With 14 treatment rooms, luxurious lounges and two couples suites (pictured here), this spa is intimate and the ultimate way to pamper yourself. If you’re really looking to splurge, the Carita Precious Ceremony Diamond Facial is the kind of luxurious experience you’ll never forget. This treatment will make your skin glow through the use of precious stones. Plus: The spa has a full hair salon, perfect for getting a hair cut or colour if you didn’t have time before leaving home!

Bathhouse Spa, Delano Las Vegas

Nestled far from the cacophony of the casino floor, the Bathhouse Spa inside the Delano Las Vegas is the ultimate respite from the big noise and bright lights of Las Vegas. Small but peaceful, the Bathhouse Spa is home to steam rooms and saunas and has 12 treatment rooms. Here, you can get your typical assortment of treatments (massages, facials and nail services) but you might want to opt for something a little different. The spa offers everything from a Milk and Honey Bath, a nourishing soak that will heal dry, stressed skin, to an Asian-inspired Lotus Flower Soothing Facial, which uses healthful local techniques. Whatever treatment you choose, you’ll feel fully rejuvenated and ready to take a chance on the tables again!

The Oriental Spa, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

Luxury reaches new heights at The Oriental Spa at the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok. From the hotel, spa guests take a short boat ride across the river to the magnificent structure, a restored century old teak house, that’s home to the spa’s 10 treatment rooms, each with their own private showers and steam facilities, two facial therapy rooms and five specialty suites. Combining ancient and contemporary wellness techniques, the Oriental Spa is frequently hailed as one of the best in the world and in little time, it’s easy to see why. Before the spa treatment even begins, guests are welcomed to the spa first, by the inimitable grace of their Thai hosts, then with a calming tea, a foot cleansing ritual and a private consultation about the treatment to come.

Healing Arts Centre and Spa, Cavallo Point

You’ll be hard pressed to find a more restful retreat than the Healing Arts Centre and Spa at Cavallo Point in Sausalito, California. Nestled amidst towering pines, this oasis is made for nurturing your mind, body and spirit. As its name suggests, it’s part spa, offering all the traditional treatments you would expect and part healing centre. The Healing Centre provides guests with access to holistic medical practitioners who can help you develop a deeper understanding of your body and its relationship with its surroundings, and provide you with a game plan for living a more wellness-centric life. End any treatment by soaking in the heated outdoor meditation pool, beneath the swaying pines or put your feet up by the outdoor firepit.

Remède Spa at St. Regis Bali Resort

Immerse yourself deep in Balinese culture and traditions at The Remède Spa at the St. Regis Bali Resort. The decadently relaxing experience begins on arrival, where guests will notice the magical illusion of butterflies fluttering throughout the spa’s hallways and treatment rooms. Here, guests can indulge in a variety of treatments but when in Bali, do as the Balinese do! The spa offers an exclusive menu of traditional Balinese techniques that combine with local ingredients and fragrances for a highly renewing and rejuvenating experience.