6 Rejuvenating Spas & Spa Resorts in Abu Dhabi To Unwind After All The Sight-Seeing
Forest fires, a global pandemic, endless hours stuck at home and increased levels of stress in youngsters - this is just a snippet of the year 2020. The last year has been a compilation of many different emotions, and the one thing that people are aching to do now is taking a break. A break to finally head out, unwind, relax and make way for new hopes and aspirations.
So what better than to head for a spacation?! (Well, for all you novices, a spacation is when you plan a whole vacation around every facility a spa or a spa resort has to offer. Doesn¡¯t that sound fantastic?)
We¡¯ve done the research, and one of the best places to relax in the lap of luxury is Abu Dhabi, just a four-hour flight from India. Here is a list of the best spas that Abu Dhabi has to offer, as well as their must-try treatments:
1. The Pearl Spa & Wellness at Four Seasons Abu Dhabi
The Pearl Spa & Wellness
An elegant and luxurious spa hidden away from the crowd and noise of the city, The Pearl Spa & Wellness is the best place for the most unique and relaxing treatments. It houses the only quartz sand therapy available in the emirate and the facility is always brimming with fresh scents, soothing music and upmarket products from brands such as Biologique Recherche and Sodashi. Every individual can relax in expansive treatment rooms while also taking advantage of the separate men¡¯s and women¡¯s fitness centres, complete with heated hydro-pools, saunas, hammams, ice fountains and heated lounge chairs.
Must-try treatment: Memories of Arabia; Full-body coffee exfoliation using emollient oils of camel milk and warm aromas. 75 minutes, AED890/Rs.17,698.
2. Rem¨¨de Spa at The St Regis Abu Dhabi
Rem¨¨de Spa
Overlooking the expansive Arabian Gulf and the Corniche, Rem¨¨de Spa has 11 treatment rooms, including couple¡¯s and VIP suites, plus an outdoor terrace and a nourishing menu of refreshing juices, tonics, herbal elixirs, and light bites. Using only the best products sourced from luxury British skincare brand Elemis, this spa includes a combination of signature and classic treatments, such as a firm-a-lift facial and the Balinese massage.
Must-try treatment: The Rem¨¨de Customised Massage; Bespoke treatment centred around releasing fatigue and restoring energy. 90 minutes, AED830/Rs.16,505.
3. Anantara Spa at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara
Anantara Spa
Sitting enclosed amongst the golden dunes of the world¡¯s largest sand desert, the Empty Quarter, the Anantara Spa at the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara transports you into an entirely new dimension of serenity and rest. Combining Middle Eastern remedies and Thai expertise, the facility hosts a number of signature treatments, in addition to wellness amenities such as an ice room, sauna, heated jacuzzi, and Moroccan hammam. With mind-blowing views of the Arabian desert, the spa is home to five luxurious treatment suites as well as relaxation areas and private changing rooms.
Must-try treatment: Qasr Al Sarab Indulgence; Immerse yourself in argan seeds polish that reduces fine lines and wrinkles, leaving your skin with a younger, healthy glow. This is combined with hot stone and heated Rub¡¯ Al Khali sand poultice massage techniques that will melt away your stress. 120 minutes, AED 1,300/Rs.25,851.
4. The Emirates Palace Spa
The Emirates Palace Spa
A mystical blend of Moroccan-inspired treatments, the Emirates Palace Spa is home to 1,500 square metres featuring seven opulent suites and two authentic hammams, one spacious and luxurious, the other intimate and secluded. With a number of facials and massages to choose from, you can enjoy everything from cleansing and detoxification to sculpting and stress release. Fitted with two Jacuzzis, two steam rooms, and a unique heated marble ice cave, the Emirates Palace Spa is a dream come true.
Must-try treatment: Palace Rose Hammam; Relaxing full-body treatment combining rose ghassoul clay and rose shea butter to brighten and nourish the skin. 90 minutes, AED 1,105/Rs.21,973.
5. Chi, The Spa at the Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Chi, The Spa at the Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Inspired by the legendary Shangri-La valley, a fictional place enclosed in the western end of the Kunlun Mountains, Chi, The Spa offers a number of massages and facials based on the principles of natural healing and traditional Asian practices. Each treatment is performed using high-quality ingredients rich in coconut and passionflower that helps hydrate, soothe and relax. The facilities include a health club, two gyms, a yoga room, and a lap pool.
Must-try treatment: Revitalising Salt Stone Massage; Full-body massage using heated salt crystal stones to balance the body¡¯s electromagnetic field, central nervous system and meridians. 90 minutes, AED 780/Rs.15,510.
6. SoSPA at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
So Spa at Sofitel
Working with some of the most coveted French brands, including Carita and Cinq Mondes, the SoSPA hosts a wellness centre with multiple treatment rooms and a fitness centre comprising a gym, swimming pool, and whirlpool. The facility exudes rest, rejuvenation and relaxation focused around both the mind and body. With a treatment menu that includes massages, facials, and hammams, SoSPA is the ultimate spa destination.
Must-try treatment: Hot stone massage; Full-body treatment combining Ayurvedic practices with North African techniques. 90 minutes, AED 640/Rs.12,726.
These are just the tip of the iceberg, with Abu Dhabi being home to many more spas and spa resorts even more luxurious than the next. So, whether you are planning a vacation with your partner, or a girls¡¯ trip, head to Abu Dhabi and make sure to add a few days filled with relaxation and some much-deserved pampering!
