Spa Days & Spa Breaks in Manchester

Five of the best spas in Manchester

Ready to start your journey to spa relaxation? To give you some inspiration, here are five of our best spas and spa hotels in Manchester.

• Rena Spa at The Midland Hotel: One of our exclusive luxury spas, the superb Rena Spa is located within Manchester’s landmark Midland Hotel, an imposing historic building that dates back to 1903. Enjoy plenty of spa indulgence at this wonderful spa and then head out to explore the city.
• Malmaison Manchester: Escape for a chic city retreat at the marvellous Malmaison, which boasts a fantastic location right in the heart of Piccadilly. While the leisure facilities are limited, this Manchester spa hotel is the ideal choice if you want indulgent treatments and great on-site dining.
• Bannatyne Manchester Quay Street: A much-loved name in the world of health clubs, the Bannatyne venue on Quay Street is a great choice for restful spa days in Manchester. Choose from a selection of luxurious treatments and enjoy the extensive leisure facilities, including a 20-metre pool.
• Manchester Piccadilly Hotel & Spa: Part of the Marriott family, this striking contemporary hotel has everything you need for a Manchester spa day or spa break. Located just steps from Piccadilly station, this is a great base for discovering the city and indulging in some spa downtime.
• Pace Health Club & Nu Spa: Another of our fab Manchester spas, this is an excellent choice for a few hours of pampering and relaxation as part of a city break or just a welcome day of leisure. Located within the Park Inn hotel, the spa offers superb leisure facilities and pampering treatments.

Five treatments to enjoy at a Manchester spa

Many of the packages featured at our day spas and spa hotels in Manchester will come with one or more luxurious spa treatments, either inclusive or chosen by you from a menu of tempting options. Here are five treatments that you might like to try:

• Facial: Lots of Manchester spa packages will offer the choice of a soothing facial. These are often tailored to each client’s skin type and can treat various issues, such as dry, dull or aging skin. There are specific male facials, too.
• Massage: Not surprisingly, this is one of the most popular spa treatments. There are lots of different massage styles, from the gentle Swedish massage through to the robust deep-tissue massage. A common option is the relaxing back, neck and shoulders massage.
• Manicure / Pedicure: Give your nails some much-needed attention with an elegant spa manicure or pedicure. A manicure is a great choice if you’re heading out for the evening, while a pedicure can get your toenails beach-ready if you’re flying off on holiday from Manchester airport.
• Body scrub or polish: These indulgent treatments are offered with select Manchester spa packages. While they differ slightly, the treatments both involve the use of a gentle and natural exfoliant to slough off dead skin cells, leaving the skin smooth and refreshed.
• Rhassoul or Rasul mud: Offered at selected spas in Manchester, this treatment is a little different from the others in that no therapist is involved. Instead, you enter the dedicated Rasul steam room and cover yourself with the nourishing purified mud, relax for a while and then shower it off, leaving your skin soft and pampered.

Things to see in Manchester

Once you’ve enjoyed your Manchester spa experience, there is plenty more to discover in this vibrant city. You can easily walk to many of the main attractions or take advantage of the public transport network, which includes buses, trams and several mainline train stations. Here are just a few highlights:

Shopping: Enjoy all your high street favourites at the Arndale shopping centre, located in the Central Retail District. Manchester is also home to independent boutiques and designer names. If you have the time, head out to the huge Trafford Centre, which is around six miles away from the city, with regular bus links.

Theatre: If you’re here for the night, you might like to see what’s playing at Manchester’s great theatre venues, such as the stunning Royal Exchange. The city is also home to The Palace Theatre, The Lowry, and Opera House Manchester, which hosts opera, comedy, musicals and drama. Also check out HOME Manchester for live performances and cinema.

Live music: If music’s more your thing, Manchester offers plenty of live performances across the genres. Check out AO Arena, above Manchester Victoria train station, which features big-name acts. Other great venues include YES, Albert Hall and the O2 Ritz Manchester, while Bridgewater Hall attracts international jazz and classical performers.

Dining: You certainly won’t go hungry in Manchester! The Printworks is great for your favourite high street chains, while the Corn Exchange Manchester features a range of eateries. Visit during September to enjoy the annual Manchester Food and Drink Festival. For something special, The Midland Hotel features The French, a multi-award-winning restaurant serving modern British cuisine in a Grade II listed dining room.

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