A spa day offers everything you could need to relax and unwind during your Cotswolds break. From pre-wedding pampering to a romantic couples escape, there are plenty of reasons to treat yourself and enjoy a break by paying a visit to one of the best spas in the Cotswolds. You are really spoilt for choice too, with so many great spa locations ranging from luxury day spas to magnificent manor house locations. As lovers of luxury, weve sampled a number of the best spas in the Cotswolds, enabling us to bring you this great guide to the top locations.
The Best Spas in the Cotswolds
The Thermae Spa, Bath
The Thermae Spa in Bath is regarded as not just one of the best spas in the Cotswolds, but in the UK as a whole! It attracts people all year round thanks to its magnificent heated outdoor pool which offers beautiful views across Bath. The Thermae Spa is set within the home of Britains only natural thermal waters and combines elements of old and modern spas to provide a building which is not only wonderful to look at, but offers a luxurious experience too. Treatments range from classic massage and facials to more unusual Kraxen Stone and body care treatments. Theres also a treatment of the month and special offers available throughout the year. Its certainly worth indulging in a treatment package to make the most of your visit. Top Spa Tip: The Thermae Spa offers a Twilight Package, allowing you to enjoy the spa in the evening when its quieter and less crowded. You can also enjoy a meal in the restaurant and a complimentary drink as part of your package. Where to Stay: Enjoy a leisurely drive from our any of properties located in the southern Cotswolds. Park Cottage in Minchinhampton is perfect and offers cosy accommodation for up to 4.
Calcot
Calcot Manor oozes elegance and provides a wonderful backdrop to your spa experience. With a big focus on relaxation and wellbeing, youll feel rejuvenated and energised after your visit. From an outdoor hot tub to a welcoming fireplace, the spa is tranquil and inviting and has an excellent team to cater to your needs. Calcot offers a full treatments list including body treatments such as massage and body wraps, beauty treatments such as manicures and pedicures, as well as a great selection of treatments for men. With a number of tailored packages available, you can enjoy a truly indulgent treat at one of the best spas in the Cotswolds, ensuring you leave feeling your best inside and out. Top Spa Tip: The Mini Spa offers excellent value, allowing you to enjoy the spa facilities, a treatment and a tour for just 65 ideal for those who want the spa experience but have limited time. Where to Stay: New Church Cottage in Tetbury sleeps 4 and is a very short drive from Calcot a classic Cotswolds cottage to enjoy after a day at the spa.
Spa 6 at Cotswold Water Park
Spa 6 is situated in the Cotswold Water Park Hotel, making it one of the best spas in the Cotswolds for location. The spa offers a range of classic spa facilities including heated pools and steam rooms, as well as a few added luxury additions including an ice fountain, dry flotation and different experience showers. Spa 6 offers a fantastic range of treatments too, including plenty of signature treatments and beauty treatments which will give you an added glow and leave you feeling refreshed. Top Spa Tip: The Sparty is a great value spa day package for you and your friends which offers use of the facilities, nibbles, treatments, wine and more to enjoy in the evening. For just 69, it offers a great price for your Cotswolds stay. Where to stay: Springfield House is one of our larger properties, sleeping 10 and featuring plenty of amazing facilities to add further luxury to your break. With its own swimming pool as well, you can carry on the spa theme for the remainder of your visit!
Cotswold House
Offering a romantic setting for couples, Cotswold House is a great choice for couples looking to relax and unwind together. The house itself is grand and luxurious, providing the perfect setting for your spa day. Recently refurbished, the spa features a hydrotherapy pool and steam room as well as plenty of great treatments. After your spa experience you can dine in the highly recommended Fig Restaurant to add a further special touch to your visit. Top Spa Tip: Cotswold House is a smaller spa, and a great introduction if its your first time. Book in advance and ask what special offers are available. Where to Stay: Diamond Cottage is a lovely romantic Cotswold cottage to complete your romantic getaway. Located in Chipping Campden, its a short drive away from Cotswold House.
Lucknam Park
If you really want to get away from it all, then Lucknam Park certainly delivers. Situated in stunning country grounds, Lucknam Park has some fantastic spa facilities to help you to truly relax during your Cotswolds stay. As one of the best spas in the Cotswolds, you can enjoy a fabulous range of treatments, take classes in the Wellbeing House or simply take time out in the relaxation rooms, outdoor swimming pool, the Experience Showers and amazing Thermal Cabins. Theres plenty to take in so its worth taking advantage of one of the many spa package deals available at the property. Top Spa Tip: The Simply Sunday Spa Day is a great way to finish off the week, and includes use of the facilities, cream tea and a 60 minute treatment for 125 a wonderful way to treat yourself or someone you love. Where to stay: Why not make the most of your stay with a drive through some of the Cotswolds best bits by staying at Hope Cottage near Bibury, around an hours drive from Lucknam Park.
The Cotswolds Club Hotel and Spa
Another great find in the Cotswolds, this top spa location features within the grounds of the Cotswolds Club, which has a golf course if the men in your group prefer putting golf balls as opposed to putting on robes! The spa features a hot tub on the roof terrace, relaxation rooms, a steam room and more to give you plenty of options for relaxing in style. Treatments include massages and facials as well as manicures and pedicures, with plenty of options to leave you refreshed from head to toe. They have some amazing spa day deals available too starting from just 55, which is great if youre looking for a more affordable spa experience. Spa Top Tip: The spa offers a wonderful afternoon tea, which is a great way to top off your spa day. With champagne afternoon tea available too, you can really make your visit a luxurious one. Where to stay: Dairy Cottage near Chipping Norton offers stylish and comfortable accommodation for two people. It's ideal for a girly weekend away or to treat your mum or best friend to some rest and relaxation.
Bamford Haybarn Spa at Daylesford Farm
One of the Cotswolds most beloved organic farms, Daylesford also boasts the Bamford Haybarn Spa, a great spa with wonderful facilities to make for a memorable part of your Cotswolds holiday. The treatments on offer use organic products to leave you glowing and rejuvenated, and there are also a number of wellbeing and meditation classes, including yoga, which you can take part in and enjoy. Modern and refreshing, this is a great spa with a more natural feel. Top Spa Tip: Take some time to explore the organic farm shop after your visit - you can even purchase a number of the spas products to take home with you to keep the spa experience going at home. Where to stay: The Old Smithy in Kingham is a great property to come back to after your spa experience, located within close proximity to a number of great Cotswolds locations and just a short drive from Daylesford.
Ellenborough Park
For a truly luxurious spa experience, youll love the spa at Ellenborough Park in Cheltenham which offers peace and relaxation in some of the best spa facilities in the Cotswolds. Theres an outdoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sensation showers as well as a wonderful relaxation area which will help to melt all your troubles away. Enjoy a wonderful range of treatments combining both Eastern and Western techniques and plenty of beauty treatments too. Top Spa Tip: Theres a huge range of packages on offer at Ellenborough Park from mums-to-be days through to tailored facial experiences. Call ahead to find out whats on offer and negotiate a good deal. Where to stay: Elgin, near Winchcombe is a gorgeous barn conversion which offers plenty of home comforts to enjoy after your spa day. Just a short drive away from Ellenborough Park, you can explore this great area of the Cotswolds and enjoy a thoroughly relaxing visit. What better time of year to enjoy the Cotswolds best spas than during National Spa Week? Taking place every autumn (31st of October 4th November in 2016), there are plenty of great opportunities and offers available at Cotswolds spas to celebrate all things spa-related. Dont forget - if you need some recommendations for places to visit during your break, you can make the most of our concierge service. We can recommend nearby spas for you to visit from your property and can look after all of the booking details for you as well (fees apply). This is just one of the little extras we can offer you at Jigsaw Holidays to make your stay even more special. Take a look at our available luxury Cotswolds cottages and book yourself a day at one of the best spas in the Cotswolds.