Reset and recharge – here are the best places to work on your wellness in The City
Whether it’s relaxing to the max with an indulgent massage, sweating it out in infrared saunas or immersing ourselves in ice baths, many of us are diving deep in to our health journey and working on our wellness like never before. With the endless amount of spas, gyms and wellness centres popping up at what feels like a weekly rate, it’s hard to know where to go to ensure you’re in safe (or firm) hands. To narrow it down for you, we’ve rounded-up some of the best day spas, wellness centres and gyms in The City, so you know exactly where to go for a dose of much-needed R&R. Keep reading for all of the dreamy details …
W Brisbane
For those who have stayed at the W Brisbane before, you’ll already know of or have used its world-class five-star facilities. When it comes to wellness, the services at W Brisbane hold the same standard, offering a place to recover, reset and recharge all year round. You can head to FIT Gym to sweat it out using an array of cutting-edge fitness equipment, or WET Deck’s heated outdoor pool is perfect for a leisurely dip or for some heart-pumping laps.
AWAY Spa
Located at W Brisbane, this wellness sanctuary is a one-stop-shop for the overworked, under-slept and partied out. AWAY Spa will ensure you reach new levels of relaxation with its spectacular selection of treatments, pampering you from head to toe. These services include full-body treatments and massages, facials, manicures and pedicures, hair services and waxing.
The Westin Brisbane
Alongside the Heavenly Spa (don’t worry, more on that later), The Westin offers some top-tier facilities that are sure to up the ante on your wellness. Sweat it out at Westin Workout, which provides all of the equipment and amenities needed for a satisfying workout 24-hours everyday. For a recovery dip (or drink), head to the Nautilus Pool. This pool is heated and boasts spectacular views and a swim-up bar, because after a work-out rewarding yourself with a tipple or two is a must. After all, it’s all about balance.
Heavenly Spa
Reinvigorate your mind, body and soul at Heavenly Spa. Located inside The Westin Brisbane, this luxury day spa offers a large range of relaxation remedies. From massages and body wraps to relaxation pods and steam rooms, there is a treatment for every wellness warrior.
Aquarius Health & Medispa
Wellness is the word at Brisbane’s largest luxury medispa, Aquarius Health & Medispa. This health-and-fitness centre, bathhouse and spa is a one-stop-shop for all of your wellness needs. The venue boasts a temperature-controlled indoor pool, a fully-equipped gym, steam room, men’s and women’s bathhouses, hot and cold plunge pools and saunas, alongside an in-depth offering of beauty, massage, facials and body treatments. Sounds like the ultimate serenity to us!
Sofitel Brisbane
At Sofitel Brisbane you can indulge in the ultimate sky-high wellness experience at the rooftop pool and SoFit gymnasium. Located on the top-floor, Sofitel’s state-of-the-art gym allows you to sweat it out while taking in panoramic views of The City below. On the pool deck, you can relax poolside with a good book or a cheeky cocktail, go for an invigorating dip or work out by doing some laps.
Stephanie’s Spa Retreat
Surrender yourself at French-inspired Stephanie’s Spa Retreat. Located within the Sofitel Brisbane, the luxury spa consists of 11 treatment rooms, including a designated couples room and a five-person pedicure lounge. Boasting a top-tier treatment list that includes bespoke spa packages, full-body treatments, massages, facials and more, this award-winning hotel spa is full of wellness wonder. A stand-out facility is the Opal Rasul Temple, a steam room experience that takes you on an ancient wellness journey that melds the power of purifying mineral-rich mud masks and steam to create an immensely popular body treatment for groups to enjoy together.
This article was written in partnership with our pals at The City.