With its lights turned on 24/7, Singapore has earned a reputation as a dynamic and fast moving city. Its countless attractions and distractions compete for time and attention, leaving even the toughest businessman or seasoned shopaholic rather weary at the end of the day. The splendid spas of Singapore are willing to welcome these tired souls to sooth their troubles.
Drawing on a unique combination of eastern and western methods, Singapore’s spas have taken the wellness industry to new heights. Combined with luxurious settings they provide a perfect place to relax and reconnect. Many of the best of these wellness centres are located in the heart of the city, making an hour’s detour an easy option for any agenda. Such an hour at the spa can rejuvenate one for the days of work ahead.
Resembling a ‘hot spring’, the Ikeda Spa features traditional Japanese features – from its straw mats and ‘hinoki’ bath tubs. The Cyprus wood tubs are filled with water with mineral bath salts, until the refreshing oil of the wood is released. The Connexis building’s Bamboo spa use heated bamboo rods from China to literary ‘roll away’ your stress. A rather unique method is used for exfoliation in the Kenko spa chain – fish. After you have let the dead skin on your body be pecked away by tiny fish, relax with a reflexology message.
Moving away from the city, the suburbs bring the spas into the open air and lush greenery. Spa Espirit uses organic compounds, and cocktails of fruits to purify the system. Singapore spas also include the elusive chain Remede – the only one outside the U.S. Indulge in their handmade chocolate scrubs and heated jade stone messages. Aramsa Garden’s individual suits and private gardens are great for a relaxing weekend away.
With none of these locations being far from the city, and the city spas open until late night, any Singapore hotel accommodation is easily access. But for the jet set traveller destined for the high life, the city would prove to be the best place to stay at. Singapore hotel spas are also a great option for the busy businessperson who can only spare a minute to relax for a while. Studio M Hotel Singapore is a wonderful example.
