London might be a city of hustle, but it’s also home to some of the most indulgent, soul-soothing spas in the world. Whether you need a deep-tissue massage after navigating Oxford Street, a detoxifying facial to refresh your glow, or just a blissful afternoon lounging in a candlelit steam room, the capital has a wellness haven for every kind of self-care seeker.
From five-star hotel sanctuaries dripping in opulence to ancient baths where tranquillity reigns supreme, we’ve rounded up the best spas London offers - your next escape starts here.
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The Best London Spas
agua Spa At Sea Containers
- Where: 20 Upper Ground, SE1 9PD
- Best for: decompressing near the water
Looking for one of London’s finest places to soak away the day? You’ve found it. Nestled beneath the effortlessly stylish Sea Containers, agua Spa is a serene escape where luxury meets holistic wellness. From tension-melting hot stone massages to bespoke maternity treatments and glow-enhancing facials, the expert therapists here tailor every experience to relax, restore, and refresh.
But the indulgence doesn’t stop at the treatment rooms. Unwind in the tranquil Spa Lounge, where cedar timber seating and a striking copper teardrop installation set the scene for ultimate relaxation. For a touch of polished elegance, The Glamour Lounge delivers top-tier manicures and pedicures in a chic yet laid-back space. And if you’re after a little at-home spa magic, the in-house Hedgerow by agua range - crafted with organic botanicals inspired by Britain’s hedgerows - promises to boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and bring your body back into balance.
Treatments to book
Unwind with the agua Advanced Bodywork massage (£130 for 60 minutes) and let the therapists focus on pain relief, deep tissue or even sports therapy. For a full-body affair, the Cryo Body Treatment (£150 for 60 minutes) soothes aching muscles effectively, and the Bust Blossom (£130 for 60 minutes) is a favourite too.
The rooms at Sea Containers are designed to transport you to a tranquil space.
The Retreat At The Londoner
- Where: The Londoner, 38 Leicester Square, WC2H7DX
- Best for: a slice of calm in Central London
Need a serene escape in the heart of the West End? The Retreat at The Londoner is your hidden oasis, tucked beneath the city’s hustle and bustle. This sleek underground sanctuary blends luxury with tranquility, offering private poolside cabanas, a rejuvenating hydropool, and detoxifying sauna and steam rooms. With its soft, neutral tones and calming textures, every corner is designed to melt stress away and restore balance.
For a next-level glow, The Retreat offers indulgent treatments by Omorovicza, the cult-favourite skincare brand inspired by Budapest’s mineral-rich thermal waters. And if you’re in the mood for a bite afterwards, head to 8 At The Londoner or Whitcomb’s for an elevated dining experience.
Treatments to book
Give your skin a new lease of life with the Queen Facial by Omorovicza (£150 for 60 minutes), where Hungarian massage techniques are used to sculpt the face and leave you glowing. Or, if you fancy getting a little dirty, opt for the Moor Mud Facial (£150 for 60 minutes), which is perfect for oily and combination skin. The Signature Full Body Massage (£165 for 60 minutes) also goes down a treat and can be upgraded to a Full Body Deep Tissue Bamboo Massage for £20 more.
Enjoy a smoothie from the Refuel bar after chilling in the poolside cabana.
Beauty & Fitness At The Savoy
- Where: The Strand, WC2R 0EZ
- Best for: an ever-changing roster of wellness experts
Head to London’s most iconic hotels and you'll find Beauty & Fitness at The Savoy, tucked away on the third floor, this exclusive retreat offers a blend of old-world glamour and modern wellbeing, welcoming both hotel guests and visitors looking to unwind in true Savoy style.
At its heart is a stunning swimming pool, bathed in natural light from its atrium setting. And for those who like a challenge, the jet-stream feature lets you swim against the current for a high-energy workout. Prefer something a little less intense? The sauna and steam room are perfect for soothing away tension, while the state-of-the-art fitness suite is ideal for those wanting to keep up with their training routine.
Treatments to book
The Savoy’s Wellbeing Residency introduces hand-selected wellness experts every quarter, each offering unique, transformative treatments. And if you’re looking for a results-driven skincare experience, The Savoy has partnered with the renowned Salon C. Stellar - a holistic beauty clinic blending ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science.
For an all-round experience, book in for The Savoy Signature Treatment (£250 for 100 minutes) - a top-to-toe indulgence, this luxurious experience combines a deeply relaxing full-body massage with a citrus essence radiance facial for ultimate pampering.
Cool spas in London? How about relaxing in this 19th-century spot?
Porchester Spa
- Where: Queensway, W2 5HS
- Best for: the affordable and eco-conscious
Step into a world of modern wellness at Porchester Spa, London's oldest and most characterful spa. Nestled in the heart of Bayswater, this Grade II-listed Art Deco gem has been a haven for relaxation since the 1920s - and now, after a three-month renovation, it’s looking better than ever.
While the historic Turkish baths, steam rooms, sauna, and plunge pool remain gloriously untouched, the revamp has brought some exciting updates. The gym now boasts seven brand-new machines (including leg curl and press), and a brand-new women-only gym offers a dedicated space for fitness and wellbeing. The 30-metre pool has also gone green, with a new heat-retaining cover and an air source heat pump expected to cut CO2 emissions by 60% annually.
Treatments to book
With years of experience, the skilled Vanessa Cox and Sandie Duncan offer bespoke treatments designed to soothe, rejuvenate, and restore, using premium products like Thalgo and luxurious organic blends. Sandie’s star-studded clientele (Jemma Kidd, Elizabeth Saltzman, and Neneh Cherry, to name a few) is proof that you’re in seriously good hands.
One of the more affordable spas in London, a Swedish back, neck and shoulder massage is £37 for 30 mins.
Mayfair Spa At Four Seasons Park Lane
- Where: Hamilton Place, Park Lane, W1J 7DR
- Best for: sky-high views while you relax
In a city where hotel spas are often tucked away underground, the Mayfair Spa at Four Seasons Park Lane dares to do things differently - elevating relaxation to new heights. Perched on the top floor of this iconic hotel, the spa boasts widescreen views over Hyde Park and West London, creating a light-filled oasis of luxury, wellness, and pure indulgence.
Sip on coconut water or green tea as you take in the panorama, or settle into the nail lounge for a touch of pampering. The journey to relaxation begins in the salt-wall sauna, eucalyptus steam room, and vitality pool, all designed to melt away tension before your chosen treatment.
Treatments to book
The Spa and Afternoon Tea package is a standout, starting with an hour in the spa facilities, followed by a 105-minute personalised experience - a facial, massage, and exfoliation session designed to rejuvenate from head to toe. Afterwards, the indulgence continues at Michelin-starred Pavyllon London, where an elegant afternoon tea awaits. For a deeper mind-body reset, the spa offers weekly immersive, two-hour sound bath healing sessions in collaboration with Sahana Sound (£295 per session).
This four-star spot offers fantastic views and personalised treatments.
AIRE Ancient Baths
- Where: 2-3 Robert Street, WC2N 6BH
- Best for: Instagram pictures and braving ice baths
Hidden beneath the streets of Westminster, just moments from Covent Garden is AIRE Ancient Baths. Set within a 17th-century building that once housed Peter Pan author J.M. Barrie, this subterranean oasis was inspired by ancient Greco-Roman bathhouses, and it invites guests to drift between its five candlelit pools at their own leisure.
There’s the Tepidarium (a warm 36ºC bath), the Balneum (a bubbling thermal pool), the Vaporium (a steam room infused with aromatherapy), and the Flotarium, a saltwater bath where you can float weightlessly. For the brave, the Frigidarium offers a cold-water plunge at a brisk -14ºC or, if you really want to test your limits, an ice bath at 10ºC. And then, there’s the showstopper: the Wine Bath, a deep tub filled with Ribera del Duero red wine (alcohol-free, of course), designed to leave your skin feeling as velvety as the drink itself.
Treatments to book
The Ancient Relaxing Massage 30' package (£185 for 120 minutes) pairs unlimited dips with a 30-minute almond oil massage in a low-lit treatment room, topped off with herbal tea sipped on a warm marble stone. The result? A post-bath glow so tranquil you won’t want to do much afterwards. For an intimate experience with your partner, the Love Connection 90' package (£530 per person) brings the cold and warm baths together, as well as the steam room with aromatherapy for 180 minutes of bliss you won't forget.
Float among history in the heart of Covent Garden.
The Spa At Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
- Where: 66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA
- Best for: an indulgent holistic experience
Escape to The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park for a rejuvenating experience. Nestled in the heart of Knightsbridge, this award-winning spa offers a serene oasis that guides you towards ultimate relaxation. Spread across two floors of the iconic Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel, the spa combines holistic therapies with impeccable service. Begin your journey with a soothing welcome foot ritual, where your feet are gently massaged in a warm bowl of amethyst crystals, setting the tone for the indulgent treatments that follow.
Treatments to book
From the signature Time Rituals™ (£350 per person), where treatments are tailored to your unique needs, to the Oriental Harmony (£495 per person), a divine four-hands massage that synchronises the senses, every treatment is designed to pamper and restore.
For those seeking a truly luxurious escape, the Urban Ritual: Timeless Renewal (£285 per person) offers an unforgettable day that combines a three-course lunch at the Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal with an Oriental Essence Massage, delivering complete relaxation and indulgence.
When it comes to award-winning spas in Central London, this ticks all the boxes.
ESPA Life At Corinthia
- Where: Whitehall Place, SW1A 2BD
- Best for: facial lifts without the botox
Embrace a world of unparalleled relaxation at ESPA Life at Corinthia, one of the largest luxury spas in London. Nestled within the iconic Corinthia Hotel, this four-floor sanctuary is designed to transport you into a state of bliss. From the moment you pass through the grand swing doors, you're enveloped in a tranquil atmosphere, with soothing scents of sweet orange, lavender, and palmarosa guiding you towards serenity.
The spa's offerings are as diverse as they are indulgent, featuring everything from anti-ageing facials to invigorating massages designed to restore and rejuvenate. It offers long-term holistic benefits, incorporating traditional Chinese medicine, reflexology, and mindfulness techniques to foster lasting wellness. The state-of-the-art facilities include 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, a stunning thermal floor with an indoor swimming pool, a vitality pool, an amphitheatre sauna, and marble-heated loungers.
Treatments to book
For those seeking a complete transformation, treatments like the ESPA Lifetime Journey (£495 per person), ESPA Bespoke Beauty Facial (£300 per person), and the ESPA Natural Face Lift (£300 per person) will leave you feeling rejuvenated and renewed after having a deeply personal experience with tailored treatments to refresh both body and mind.
Pamper perfection: self-love never looked so good.
COMO Shambhala at COMO Metropolitan London
- Where: 19 Old Park Lane COMO, Metropolitan London, W1K 1LB
- Best for: intuitive treatments from experts across the globe
Tucked away in the COMO Metropolitan London, COMO Shambhala is one of the city’s best-kept wellness secrets. This intimate yet powerful spa delivers a no-nonsense approach to relaxation - whether you’re looking for clinical, results-driven facials or deeply restorative massages rooted in Asian traditions, this is the place to find balance in the heart of the city.
Beyond the treatment rooms, its approach extends to mindful living and nutrition, with their COMO Shambhala Kitchen offering health-focused, nourishing dishes. And if you want to take a little relaxation home, the couples massage workshop (£185 for 75 minutes) teaches you and your partner how to master the art of massage, blending knowledge with connection.
Treatments to book
From Guinot’s Lift Summum facial (£145 for 60 minutes), which firms and sculpts the skin, to expert-led Thai massage (£160 for 60 minutes) that unlocks trapped energy, every treatment is designed to deliver tangible benefits. For those seeking a full-body refresh, their salt-and-sugar body scrubs polish away dull skin, while the manual lymphatic drainage massage detoxifies and re-energises.
But the real magic happens when the visiting masters arrive. Specialists from COMO’s luxury wellness retreats in Bali, the Maldives, and beyond make exclusive appearances here, bringing the best of global wellness to London.
Take time for yourself with a facial or back massage.
The Dorchester Spa
- Where: 53 Park Lane, London W1K 1QA
- Best for: luxe beauty treatments
Beneath the grand halls of The Dorchester, hidden away from the hum of Mayfair’s Park Lane, lies a secret haven known only to true wellness connoisseurs - The Dorchester Spa. From the moment you descend into its hushed interiors, a dedicated spa team welcomes you into a world of tranquillity. For those craving a full aquatic experience, the jacuzzi, sauna, and shimmering 20-metre swimming pool await just across the road at 45 Park Lane.
Here, every treatment is designed for transformative results. The introduction of Natura Bissé, a brand synonymous with expert skincare and innovation, brings four groundbreaking new treatments that promise radiant skin and deep relaxation. For a truly unique experience, the spa’s MLX Quartz Treatment Beds - inspired by ancient healing traditions from Egypt, Morocco, and Japan - cocoon you in warm quartz sand, promoting spinal decompression and total body restoration.
Treatments to book
Reduce your stress levels and travel back in time a couple of years with the Natura Bissé Age-Defying Glow (£350 for 60 minutes) - a powerful facial that lifts, firms, and illuminates for a youthful glow. For those looking to try something new and calming, the Sound Healing Treatment on the MLX Quartz Bed (£370 for 90 minutes) is for you. And keeping it classy and classic is the Carol Joy Classic Facial (£220 for 60 minutes). The results-driven facial uses luxurious Carol Joy London products for radiant, hydrated skin.
How's this for an aesthetically pleasing entrance?
The Spa At The Landmark London
- Where: 222 Marylebone Road, NW1 6JQ
- Best for: making your massage therapy debut
For a truly indulgent day, The Spa at The Landmark London is hard to beat. This elegant retreat invites guests to unwind in a pristine, chlorine-free 15-metre pool, de-stress in the calming steam room, or recharge in the state-of-the-art gym.
In partnership with Germaine de Capuccini, the spa offers a selection of expert treatments, from rejuvenating facials to tension-melting massages, all designed to restore both body and mind. For those seeking a deeper sense of tranquillity, the sanarium blends gentle heat with soft lighting and natural sounds, while the monsoon showers provide a refreshing burst of invigoration. To complete the experience, the exclusive relaxation room - infused with soothing aromatherapy and tranquil music - offers a peaceful escape from the city’s buzz.
Treatments to book
The Relax And Revive package offers you a choice of two 25-minute treatments (think full body exfoliations, dreamy leg massages and more), a £30 allocation towards a bite to eat in the Winter Garden restaurant, and two hours of access to the pool, jacuzzi, steam rooms and gymnasium for £160 per person. You can also upgrade to an Aromatic Massage for £25 each.
The Landmark London's offering is simply spa-tacular.
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