We all need a bit of chill out time, so whether you’re after a romantic getaway, a girls’ (or boys!) pamper day or just some well-earned ‘me-time,' come and get blissed out in Bristol…
Harbour Hotel Bristol and Spa
Restore yourself to full marvelousness with a prosecco lunch above ground in the stylish Harbour Kitchen before descending into the vaults of this old bank – now a subterranean spa. Laze on cushions by the pool’s edge and steam yourself in the sauna and steam room before rewarding your limbs with a reviving massage. Ever been swimming in a bank vault? You can here!
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Theclubandspa at Doubletree by Hilton, Cadbury House
Choose from a wide selection of luxury spa treatments and day packages at Cadbury House's multi award-winning spa, from hand and nail care and relaxing facials to detoxifying body wraps and a programme of massages. Extend your relaxation time with a night or two at this country house hotel just outside Bristol, enjoying the beautiful grounds and restaurant.
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Bristol Lido
Relaxation, you say? This refurbed Victorian lido has it in bucket loads (literally). Spa and dine packages let you nurture body and mind in the eucalyptus-scented steam room, Scandinavian-style sauna, outdoor hot tub and low chlorine open-air pool. Once suitably revitalised, feed your soul at the stunning glass-fronted, poolside restaurant. Tucked away in the back streets of Clifton, Lido Bristol is ideally matched with a stay in this swanky suburb. You can now extend the relaxation of your stay by booking a stay at The Bristol Lido Townhouse, a five-bedroom Georgian townhouse situated just a stone’s throw away.
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Aztec Hotel & Spa
Treat yourself to one of the wondrously relaxing spa day packages at the award-winning Aztec Hotel & Spa in Almondsbury, on the edge of Bristol. The award-winning spa is a hub for wellness with four treatment rooms, a heated pool, sauna, steam room and whirl pool. Once you've been thoroughly pampered, laze away on the tranquil Lakeside Terrace.
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Foxhills Spa at Old Down Estate
Set in the scenic Old Down Estate to the north of Bristol, this boutique spa has an outdoor pool, hot tub and two treatment rooms. Full spa days are available to book, or during the summer months you can also stay on site at their glaming bell tents. If you're travelling with a group, the Foxhills Barn can sleep up to 11 people and is located next to the spa.
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PURE Spa & Beauty
Nestled beside a myriad of bohemian cafés and bars on one of Bristol’s busiest shopping streets there’s certainly no shortage of things to see and do once you have emerged from your serene spa escape. Inside the salon a friendly team of therapists are on hand to deliver a wide variety of luxurious spa and results driven beauty therapies- all of which can be personalised to meet your specific needs.
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In-room treatments: Berkeley Suites
Guests staying at the trendy Berkeley Suites get complementary use of Nuffield, Fitness & Wellbeing Centre (300m away), with its swimming pool, sauna and gym. Visitors after some extra special R&R can opt for in an in-room massage, physiotherapy or facial from The Berkeley Centre Health. Clear the head with a wander to Brandon Hill and Cabot Tower for stunning views over the city before returning for an early night in your cosy nest.
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Spa hotels near Bristol
There are also a healthy number of places to stay near Bristol, offering you the chance of combining your spa break with the wealth of cultural experiences available in Bristol. Here are just a few of our favourites.....
De Vere Tortworth Estate
This Victorian country estate lies on the fringes of the glorious Cotswolds, just a short drive north from Bristol. Take a stroll in the beautiful grounds before heading to the Leaf Spa for some proper pampering. Typical packages include a hot stone massage, dry flotation treatment as well as use of the pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna, snacks, tea and coffee and lunch.
Image - The pool at Leaf Spa, Tortworth Court Estate
The PIG
Whilst you don't have to stay at THE PIG to enjoy a spa treatment, we would highly recommend it. The combination of amazing food, luxurious surroundings and just 25-minutes from central Bristol in the gorgeous Chew Valley countryside make this one to consider for an ultimate treat. The treatment rooms are the old potting sheds at the end of the garden where you can enjoy a relaxing treatment with products from VOYA.
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Thermae Bath Spa
Just twelve minutes on the train from central Bristol and you’re in the historic city of Bath. Make like the Romans and Celts 2,000 years ago and bathe in the UK’s only naturally warm, mineral-rich waters. Drink in the stunning city views day and night from the open-air rooftop pool then meander along the lazy river under the grand columns of the Minerva Bath. Finally, re-charge in the multi-sensory Wellness Suite featuring Roman and Georgian Steam Rooms, Infrared room, Ice Chamber, Celestial Relaxation Room and Experience Showers.
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The Newt in Somerset
In a former dairy farm nestled among gardens, lakes, woodland and orchards in the beautiful Somerset countryside, The Newt in Somerset has an indoor-outdoor pool as well as hammam, steam room, sauna and treatment rooms. Make a weekend of it by booking their Great Garden Escape, which includes first class train travel from London.
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Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf resort
Take some time out and lose yourself in the tranquillity of Bowood Estate's spa. Gaze over acres of parkland from the infinity pool before banishing any lingering tensions in the crystal steam room, sauna, hot tub and aromatherapy showers. A number of therapies are available - combine with an afternoon tea or luxurious lunch at the Shelburne Restaurant for extra splendidness.
Image - Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
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