Wednesday, 13 February 2013

The 100 Most Amazing Spas In The World

These aren’t your ordinary run-of-the-mill days spas; these are some of the most amazing, unique, and luxurious spas in the world. Start adding them to your bucket list! The list is in no particular order.  Also see the 100 Most Beautiful Places in the World, The 50 Greatest Festivals in the World and the 100 Most Amazing, Unique, & Beautiful Hotels in the World.



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1. Ventana Inn and Spa, California, USA


The Japanese hot baths are open even at night for an amazing view of the stars.



2. The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong


Panoramic views of the city from the 116th floor.



3. Green T. House, Beijing, China


Rest and become calm by bathing in tea.



4. Aquadome Spa, Längenfeld, Austria


A futuristic thermal spa; the “levitating bowls” have underwater music and light effects at night.



5. W Retreat Koh Samui, Thailand


The W is a series of unique and stunning hotels around the world, and this spa is just one of their many eye-catching designs.



6. Blue Lagoon, Iceland


A stunning geo-thermal hot spring spa in an alien landscape.



7. St. Regis Remede Spa, Aspen, CO, USA 


Relax in style with an oxygen lounge, steam caves, cold plunges, hot tubs, and a waterfall bath.



8. St. Regis Lhasa Spa, Tibet


This “golden energy pool” is filled with salt water and heated for maximum comfort.



9. Liquidrom, Berlin, Germany


This stunning and dramatic spa with its heated moonlight saltwater pool and ambient music is on my bucket list.



10. Viceroy Miami Spa, FL, USA


A truly luxurious spa in true Miami fashion.



11. Boscolo Milano, Italy


This vibrant spa is a strange and exciting alien landscape.



12. Caesar’s Palace, QUA Spa, Las Vegas, USA


The chilly “snow room” has become fairly popular with its artificial snowfall.



13. Ayana Spa, Bali


An ultra-luxury spa with a dramatic tropical backdrop.



14. Maya Ubud, Indonesia


Holistic sensory treatment in a jungle paradise.



15. Aman Spa, UT, USA


Color therapy floatation treatments with stunning views of the mesas.



 16. La Mamounia Spa Marrakech, Morocco


Intricate and ornate designs and bold colors at a luxury Marrakech hotel spa.



17. B2 Boutique Spa, Zürich, Switzerland (AKA Thermalbad Spa)


This brewery-turned-hotel includes a gorgeous luxury spa with soothing colors.



18. Exhale, NJ, USA


Standard spa treatments in a super sheik setting.



19. Bagni di Pisa Medical Spa Resort, Tuscany, Italy


Bathe in the Grand Duke’s natural Grotta as part of your spa treatment.



20. Shangri La Boracay Chi Spa, Philippines


The spa village complex overlooks a private bay.



21. ESPA at the Europe, Killarney, Ireland


Among the many dramatic rooms are a salt water pool, steam room, and an ice fountain.




22. Spa Villaggio, Napa Valley, CA, USA


A top feature of this spa is the hydrotherapy jet tubs.



23. Tabacon Grand Spa, Costa Rica


The Tabacon is known for is thermal waterfall hot springs among the lush Costa Rican landscape.




24. Nira Alpina Spa, Switzerland


A variety of dramatic holistic rooms earn this spa a spot on the list.



25. Sala Phuket Spa, Thailand


A simple, calming environment.



26. Gellert Bath & Spa, Budapest, Hungary


An extravagant thermal hot spring.



27. Float Zurich, Switzerland


One of the many float tank spas that are becoming well-known.



28. The Fortress Spa, Sri Lanka


Another spa in paradise.



29. Terme di Saturnia Spa, Tuscany, Italy


This spa’s claims to fame are architecture, color, and atmosphere.



30. St. Pancras Spa, London, England


Located in the renovated basement of a historic railway station, this spa has the wow factor.



31. Wickaninnish Inn Spa, Canada


A tranquil setting for a spa treatment.



32. Hello Kitty Spa, Dubai


Beats me.



33. Station Blu Spa, Quebec, Canada


Bold design and colors in various spa areas.



33. Assawan Spa, Dubai


Anything you can do, Dubai can do better. And on a higher floor.



34. Selman Marrakech Spa, Morocco


Morocco is at the top of my to-go list. The architecture and details are always stunning and regal.



35. W Seoul Away Spa, South Korea


Another stunning spa by W hotels, this time featuring watsu therapy. Photo via flickr



36. Les Thermes de Spa, Belgium


The town of Spa is known for its many thermal hot springs. This spa makes good use of one of them.



37. Adam and Eve Hotel Spa, Turkey


Turkey has some incredibly luxurious gems, like this colorful spa.



38. Aire Ancient Baths, New York, USA


A luxurious and mysterious low-lit bath house underneath New York.



 39. Seorak Waterpia, Korea


An outdoor spa in the middle of a water park.



40. Talise Ottoman Spa, Dubai


Another excellent spa from Dubai. This one includes “adventure showers,” whatever that means…



41. Hershey Chocolate Spa, PA, USA


A gourmet assortment of chocolate treatments, like the whipped cocoa bath.



42. Grotto Spa, B.C, Canada


A spa with a detox mineral pool made to look like a stone grotto.



43. Daintree Wellness Spa, Australia


Aboriginal-inspired treatments in an ecolodge setting.



44. Miile Spa, Cancun, Mexico


Indulge in an “Aqua Wellness Circuit” with various water treatments.



45. Uma Spa, Torres del Paine, Chile


Ultra-luxury in one of the world’s most stunning national parks.



46. Six Senses Spa, Paris, France


An other worldly feng shui spa.



47. Brilliant Resort and Spa, Chonquing, China


Every image of this resort/spa combo looks like something from a movie.



48. Wellness, Backstage Hotel Vernissage, Switzerland


An innovative spa with 7 “treatment cubes” representing the mythological days of creation.



49. Banff Upper Hot Springs, Canada


Anything in Banff gets extra points, just for being in one of the most beautiful settings in the world.



50. Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, China


One of the best spas in Asia, with a holistic approach.



51. The Dolder Grand Spa, Zurich, Switzerland


Switzerland has many great spas and this is no exception. It puts a twist on the spa experience with “classic traditions with a techno beat.”



52. Beer Spa, Czech Republic


Be pampered by beer while you drink it, in style.



53. W Spa Seminyak, Bali


Another amazing W spa.



54. Borneo Highlands Spa, Malaysia


A back-to-basics spa in touch with nature.



55. Cagaloglu Hamami, Turkey


An ornate historic Hamam that is still operational today.



56. Grovepark Spa, NC, USA


A unique and cozy little spa in North Carolina.



57. Les Bains des Docks Aquatic center, France


A modern and colorful take on a Roman bathhouse. Kids are welcome to come play.



58. Tschuggen Grand Spa Hotel, Switzerland


This spa is every bit as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside.



59. Dinarobin Golf & Spa, Mauritius


A vibrant and romantic tropical spa setting.



60. ESPA Life at Corinthia, London, England


Another unique ultra-luxury ESPA destination.



61. Sparkling Hills Spa, British Columbia, Canada


Over 3.5 million Swarovski crystals are infused into this modern oasis.



62. Mandarin Oriental Spa, Las Vegas, USA


A holistic spa that reflects the luxury of 1930′s Shanghai.



63. Beach House Iruveli, Maldives


Simple luxury in a tropical paradise.



64. Tallink Aqua Spa, Estonia


This spa packages luxury and fun into a unique spa experience.



65. Tallinn Viimsi Spa, Estonia


A fantastic and colorful spa with dramatic features.



66. Therme Vals Spa, Switzerland


This may be my favorite spa on the list, which means you get lots of pictures. The spa was built into nature: the mountain and thermal hot springs. The architecture is amazing; the waterways of the spa are interconnecting indoor and outdoor rooms and corridors that lend an air of mystery and adventure to the experience.





67. Spa Bad Aibling, Germany


Themed domes for different emotional and physical experiences.



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68. Balneario de Puente Viesgo, Spain


A spa with a lovely float tank.



69. Kohala Spa, Hawaii, USA


Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian massage in a beautiful setting.



70. Grand Wailea Spa, Maui, HI, USA


Enjoy various stages of water therapy.



72. Amrita Spa at Swissotel the Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey


Holistic treatments with international influences.



73. Cappadocia Cave Resort Spa, Turkey


A hotel and spa built into the cliffs of Cappadocia. Photo via Flickr.



74. Sereno Spa, India


Holistic mystical experience including energy healing.



75. Rome Cavalieri Grand Spa, Italy


The themed rooms for the “body, mind, and spirit.”



76. Six Senses Spa, Switzerland


A warm and natural looking environment.



77. Banyan Tree Mayakoba, Mexico


A “sanctuary for the senses”.



78. SHA Wellness Clinic, Alicante, Spain


A medical and luxury spa with lots of texture and detail in its design.



79. Mandara Spa, Atlantis, Bahamas


A huge number of treatment options in an enormous spa.



80. Bota Bota, Montreal, Canada


An old ferry converted into a luxury floating spa.



81. ESPA Phulay Bay Spa, Thailand


Ancient therapies and holistic wellness in a tropical wonderland.



 82. Bodyna Palacio de los Platos, Spain


A gorgeous boutique hotel and spa.



83. Lodge at Woodloch Spa, PA, USA


A richly designed lodge spa with luxurious details.



84. Jigokudani Yaenkoen Snow Monkey Spa, Japan


This is the one spa on the list that is not for people; it is for monkeys. You can go and watch them sit in the hot springs and relax.




85. Bulgari Spa, Bali


Lovely details and exotic flair and, of course, an infinity pool.



86. Nikko no Riyu Fuga Hotel Spa, Japan


Lovely oriental simplicity in spa form.



87. Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths, Iceland


Hot steam baths are magical in the winter snow.



88. Brook Lodge Wellness Spa, Ireland


A nice spa which includes a tranquil floatation tank. Photo via Flickr.



89. Yi Spa, Berlin, Germany.


A sheik and feminine spa in the city.



90. After the Rain Spa, Geneva, Switzerland


A unique spa with chocolate baths and milk baths. This spa hosts children’s spa parties, which look very fun.



91. Hotel Boscolo Exedra Nice Spa, France


An ultra-contemporary sensory wonderland.



92. Les Thermes Marins des Cascades, Egypt


An elegant spa that takes its inspiration from the sea.



93. Salt Spa, CO, USA


A holistic respiratory treatment center made of salt.



94. Yuan Spa, WA, USA


A lovely little spa with hydrotherapy.



95. Mandarin Oriental Bangkok Spa, Thailand


Oriental opulence and serenity.



96. Gasteiner-Heilstollentherapie, Austria


A medical spa with many health benefits.



97. Abama Golf and Spa Resort, Spain


Moroccan Luxury in a Spanish paradise.



98. Grayshott Spa, England


A richly detailed and colorful day spa.



99. W Spa, Vieques Island, Puerto Rico


Bold and fun designs are displayed throughout the spa, reflecting the culture of Puerto Rico. Photo via Flickr.



100. Six Senses Spa, Hua Hin, Thailand


Romantic pool villas and connecting pathways. There is also an interesting Earth spa.



 


* Most photos are from official spa websites. However, there were some photos whose sources could not be identified. If you see your photo on this list and want  to include a source link or take the photo down, please leave a comment below or send an email to the address on the about page.


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