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Agoda.com: 2014 list of world’s best spa hotels

Alixandra Caole Vila - The Philippine Star

MANILA, Philippines - Agoda.com, one of Asia’s leading hotel booking sites and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN) has released its annual list of exceptional hotel spas, where customers can indulge in world class treatments and rejuvenating therapies of all kinds.

Compiled based on hotel ratings, customer comments, and consultations with travel industry experts, Agoda.com presents a list of 10 hotels that offer a world class spa experience. From full-body aromatherapy to salt scrubs and massage treatments from around the world, these properties give you the best services that will pamper you during your travels in Europe or Asia.

 

Hotel name: Dusit Thani Manila, Philippines
Spa Name: Devarana Spa

Details: In Manila’s buzzing Makati business and shopping district, Devarana Spa offers six beautiful therapy rooms, five types of spa treatments, and several packages to suit every need. Guests score the Pampering Programme highly, which offers body scrubs, jet lag recovery treatment, and a half day steam, bath, exfoliation, and reflexology massage. Relaxing water treatments, mud and algae wraps, or fruit peel body scrubs are available to ensure that guests leave relaxed and ready to take on the world.
Customers say: “Although staff surely meets and greets hundreds of people every day, they seemed to care about you as an individual. All services we used (including spa and pool) were flawless.” – Torben, Sweden

Book here to get discounted rates at Dusit Thani Manila

 

Hotel name: Ayana Resort & Spa, Bali, Indonesia
Spa name: Spa on the Rocks

Details: There is no better view when enjoying a spa treatment than being perched atop craggy boulders of the Ayana Resort with sweeping views into the Indian Ocean. Try a hot shell or deep tissue massage or opt for a tingly boreh body masque to get things started. Connect with the past by enjoying the lulur body scrub, once reserved for Javanese princesses. They also have packages that focus on stress relief, post-wedding rejuvenation, or seawater thalassotherapy.

Customers say: “The hotel and service was amazing! The spa really does warrant its award winning status too.” - Margaret, UK

Book here to get discounted rates at Ayana Resort & Spa.

Hotel name: Grand Hyatt Hua Hin, Thailand
Spa name: The Barai Spa

Details: The award-winning Barai Spa was designed by noted Thai architect and designer Lek Bunnag. It offers 18 treatment rooms spread across 18,500 sq.m of lush beachfront property. Treatments are based around the four elements of earth/air/water/fire and aim to release stress, restore balance, invite beauty, and increase energy. Guests can spoil themselves with aloe vera healing wraps, mud and oil facial treatments, and even custom designed rituals for teens, gentlemen, and expectant mothers.

Customers say: “The spa is mind blowing. The location adjacent to the beach is ideal for taking early morning and late afternoon strolls.” - Raymond, UK

Book here to get discounted rates at The Barai Spa.

 

Hotel name: Banyan Tree, Bangkok, Thailand
Spa name: Banyan Tree Spa

Details: If one needs a break from the buzz of Bangkok, the Banyan Tree Spa provides an oasis among the skyscrapers. Its well-deserved reputation stems from its emphasis on Eastern therapies focus on spiritual, mental, and physical harmony. Choose from a wide selection of herbal enhancers, masks and scrubs, to his + her rejuvenation packages, to full-day treatments that include delicious Thai cuisine. If you have time, definitely try the tropical rainmist, a signature Banyan Tree combination of rain shower and steam bath.
Customers say: “Banyan Tree maintains its luxurious touch, excellent service (the spa and gallery employees I spoke to were obviously very happy in their jobs and empowerment by Banyan Tree). Happy staff, happy guests.” – Lenca, Singapore

Book here to get discounted rates at Banyan Tree Spa.

 

Hotel name: Equarius Hotel at Resort World Sentosa, Singapore
Spa name: ESPA at Resort World Sentosa

Details: Sprawling across 10,000 sq.m, ESPA Spa is known for having Singapore’s first authentic Turkish Hammam, a cousin of the Roman bath which focuses on water instead of ambient steam. Guests can spend time in soothing vitality pools, a forest onsen, saunas, steam rooms, and more. Book a private garden or beach villa suite for a signature treatment such as body balancing, hot stone, and detox programs. Other facilities include personal trainers, nutritional advice, and an ultra-relaxing sleep zone to let the treatments really sink in while you recuperate.
Customers say: “The pool access room is very nice, excellent room service and the best spa that I have ever been to.” – Qiaoling, Singapore

Book here to get discounted rates at Equarius Hotel at Resort World Sentosa.

 

Hotel name: Mines Wellness Hotel, Kuala Lumpur  Malaysia
Spa name: The Spa at Mines Wellness Hotel

Details: Billed as a one-stop wellness solution center, guests at the Mines Wellness Hotel have a wide range of treatments and programs to choose from. Guests can immerse themselves in luxury care, from Chinese Qi Gong to foot reflexology to Ayurvedic oil drips, an ancient Indian treatment that balances the body’s energies. The spa offers an impressive array of body scrub “flavours” including coffee or Himalayan salt, plus milk and yoghurt body wraps. Holistic treatment such as Reiki, meditation and dance are also available. To finish the day, choose a massage style to relax you while the treatment sinks in, everything from Balinese to pre/post natal and traditional Malaysian Urut massage.
Customers say: “A great stay in the Club Room…Large bathroom and good spa. Wide variety of buffet breakfast. Overall, it’s very impressive.” – Ida, Singapore

Book here to get discounted rates at Mines Wellness Hotel.

 

Hotel name: The Peninsula, Hong Kong
Spa name: The Peninsula Spa

Details: When visitors to Hong Kong want a treat, they need not look further than the renowned Peninsula Spa. Offering 14 treatment rooms with amazing views over the iconic Victoria Harbour, the richly decorated spa offers personalized consultations give guests the ultimate in bespoke service. A full menu of massage styles is available, including deep tissue, Swedish, Thai, and Balinese, while steam rooms, saunas, and aromatherapy showers complete the package. Unique tailored half-day “spa journeys” offer treatments including detox, anti-cellulite, de-stress, and bride- and mother-to-be. High praise has been given for the Four Hands Synchronised Massage that sees two masseurs work in tandem for the ultimate rejuvenating experience.
Customers say: “Great service throughout the hotel…attention to detail made such an impression. The spa facility was amazing.” – Jodi, Australia

Book here to get discounted rates at The Peninsula, Hong Kong.

 

Hotel name: Hotel de Rome, Berlin, Germany
Spa name: Spa de Rome

Details: Years ago, Berlin’s Dresdner Bank kept its gold and cash in a vault behind a 15cm thick steel door. Today, that same room is one of the city’s finest spas. Pampering body treatments include Hawaiian body scrub and massage, Ayurvedic oils from India, seaweed detoxification, and even a Russian honey massage. Skin treatments especially designed for smokers, dehydrated skin, and pregnant women are complimented by manicure/pedicure treatments and vitamin C enzyme and papaya facial applications

Customers say: “The hotel has a perfect location and is first class in every aspect.” – Jens, Sweden

Book here to get discounted rates at Hotel de Rome.

 

Hotel name: MGM Macau
Spa name: Six Senses Spa

Details: In the world’s largest gambling center (seven times larger than Vegas), it’s not surprising that there’s a need for a world-class spa. Combining Asian therapies with Six Senses’ fitness and beauty treatments, experienced therapists provide Chinese treatments like Shiatsu or Tuina, and Thai, Swedish, and Balinese massage styles. A full suite of facial therapies, scrubs, wraps, acupressure, and aromatherapy are on the menu, plus Reiki and fitness consultations. Guests rave about the flotation pool, with a 27% salt level, and even a snow room, which cools the body and gives skin a wonderful tingly feeling.

Customers say: “Close to [Macau’s] historic district. The spa was great, a really relaxing atmosphere.” - Kim, USA

Book here to get discounted rates at MGM Macau.

 

Hotel name: Dolphin House Serviced Apartments, London, UK
Spa name: The Spa

Details: Inspired by traditional Moroccan bathhouses that use mineral clay, salt, and steam treatments to provide ultimate relaxation, The Spa focuses on cleansing, relaxing, wellness, and repair. Using mineral rich water drawn from Westminster’s only Artesian well, guests can enjoy a warm Hammam bath followed by a body scrub and oil massage. After, choose from signature treatments that include detoxification programs, scalp and facial rituals, or an oil or butter massage. Once finished, enjoy a unique blend of tea by renowned tea blender Alex Probyn.
Customers say: “The studio was very clean and tidy with helpful professional staff, an amazing gym and swimming pool/health complex.” – Craig, New Zealand

Book here to get discounted rates at Dolphin House Serviced Apartments.

 

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