Good Spa Guide

Spas are increasingly weaving touchless, sound-led therapies into immersive experiences, pairing binaural beats and sensory cocooning #CoworthPark new Satori Wellness Loungers claim a 30-minute session is the equivalent of two hours’ restorative #sleep ow.ly/gKG250Yv7hE

Cold-water immersion remains a firm #biohacking tool in 2026. Lots of spas, like #HoarCrossHall are embracing the movement, with a range of cold plunge pools – from barrels to Brass Monkey ice baths - and wild swimming ponds. #coldwater #spa ow.ly/E0BQ50YuKYc

Congratulations to The ANA Spa – VOCO Winchester Hotel & Spa who have been awarded the #GoodSpaGuide Rating of Four Bubbles for 2026 🍾🥂 #spa #winchester ow.ly/NgO350YveNa

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is fast becoming one of the most talked-about additions to the modern #wellness space, like #TheBvlgariSpa #London. Research suggests it may support tissue repair, reduce inflammation and improve circulation. #hyperbaricchamber ow.ly/5ksC50YuJyX

#Infraredsaunas are springing up at forward-thinking spas, like #CairndaleSpa But why the fuss? Unlike a traditional sauna (which usually sits between 70-100ºC), infrared #saunas are much cooler (40-60ºC), allowing you to gently toast for much longer. ow.ly/SEE550YuJht

Once reserved for elite athletes, #biohacking technologies have elbowed their way to the forefront of luxury #wellness. But what exactly is it and where can we try it? Scarlet Spy investigates... #spas #tech ow.ly/yzLj50YuGxm

Stylish Spy rounds up the latest #spa openings and #trends as we head into spring... ow.ly/3eyR50YpFLO

Lucknam Park’s The #SpaDay and #AfternoonTea offer includes a 60-minute treatment of your choice, a good three hours in the facilities and a pretty three-tiered afternoon tea with Champagne in the hotel’s revered Hywel Jones restaurant #LucknamPark ow.ly/Pch050YpFex

Scenic spa-lovers will fall for the charms of #LodoreFalls with its jaw-dropping #LakeDistrict views at every turn. Facilities include a sizeable outdoor infinity-edge pool, saunas and steam rooms. Don’t miss a trip to the Champagne bar. ow.ly/tOZ550YpEv4

#VerbenaSpa at #FevershamArmsHotel offers a more intimate spa experience, ideal for guests wishing to enjoy the #NorthYorkshire setting with some #spa thrown in. Facilities include a thermal suite, outdoor pool and comfortable relaxation areas. ow.ly/gMyv50YpBwI

The scale of #WhittleburyPark makes it easy to enjoy a broad #spa experience within peaceful Northamptonshire countryside. Facilities include multiple pools, thermal rooms and spacious relaxation lounges; the treatment menu is extensive ow.ly/9Kxg50YpB5T

Green-fingered spa-goers will love The Greenhouse Spa at #TheElms with its many hanging plants, natural materials and quaint nods to gardening. Facilities include a charming heated indoor pool (look up whilst swimming leisurely lengths). ow.ly/bGUA50YpAnh

#ManorHouseHotel Alsager’s alfresco swim-up bar made the headlines when it opened in 2022. Hanging daybeds, an outdoor vitality pool and sauna complete the outdoor space (we dare you to brave the cold plunge) #luxuryspa ow.ly/mH2b50YpfV0

After something with more edge? Look no further than #TheRabbitHotel #Retreat with its gigantic hydro-pool – complete with statement disco ball – getting the party started. Along with thermal experiences, hydrotherapy areas and relaxed lounging spaces ow.ly/ruAo50YpfI1

#HomewoodSpa near #Bath offers a small, boutique-style experience with a contemporary feel. Facilities include hydrotherapy pools, hot tubs and thoughtfully designed treatment rooms delivering massage, facials and holistic therapies. ow.ly/LzS150Ypfv5

A spa offers something few other experiences can: quality time in a quiet environment. Whether you’re marking #MothersDay, celebrating a #birthday or simply planning a long-overdue catch-up, the right spa makes all the difference. Here's our top picks... ow.ly/bE8x50Yoxx4

A cult – and Spa Spy - favourite #RagdaleHall is known for its extensive facilities and well-paced spa days. The rooftop infinity pool with countryside views is a real highlight, complemented by a comprehensive thermal suite and multiple relaxation areas ow.ly/n6Oy50Ypff4

Discover the time-honoured Japanese bathing ritual at Auriga Spa when it opens in the #CapellaKyoto this spring. Enjoy a personalised wellness journey before stripping off and sinking into silky geothermal waters in their own private #Onsen room #spa ow.ly/iIN950YewGm

From floating sound baths in Mayfair to IV infusions in the Algarve, the wellness world continues to evolve at pace. Stylish Spy rounds up the latest spa openings and trends as we head into spring. ow.ly/qThZ50Ymy0W

Recently opened in #Budapest #KimptonBEM is a 5-star hotel set in a historic city centre property with all the design flair you could wish for. The basement #spa offers a full gym experience, a #wellness area with hot tub, steam room, sauna & ice shower. ow.ly/RjpA50Yewra