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…
Lido Bristol
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.
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Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa
Restore yourself to full marvelousness with a prosecco lunch above ground in the stylish Jetty Restaurant 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.
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Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
Treat yourself to a Sparkling Spa and Afternoon Tea here and leave feeling heavenly. Wallow in the spa pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, before spoiling yourself with a scandalously good afternoon tea.
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Thermae Bath Spa
Just twelve minutes on the train from Bristol and you’re in the historic city of Bath. Make like the Romans and Celts 2000 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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De Vere Tortworth Estate
This Victorian country estate lies on the fringes of the glorious Cotswolds, just a short drive from Bristol. Take a stroll in the beautiful grounds before heading to the 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.
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Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf resort
Take some time out and lose yourself in the tranquillity of Bowood Estate. 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 for extra splendidness.
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In-room treatments
Backwell house
This chic country pad, with its fabulous rooms and beautiful location, is the perfect place to unwind. Pour yourself a bubble bath in one of the freestanding tubs before a pampering treatment in the comfort of your room. Spend a blissed-out evening sipping cocktails by the wood-fire before dining on a delectable home-grown and locally-sourced dinner.
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Berkeley suites
Guests staying at the trendy Berkeley Suites – The Crescent 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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