Five of the best spas near Scarborough
If you’re seeking spas and spa hotels in Scarborough, we have some fantastic options across North Yorkshire. Here are five of our favourites.
- Crown Spa Hotel: Enjoy a spa day or stay in Scarborough at this imposing hotel that boasts a prime location on the Esplanade, with the town and beaches within easy reach. Among the facilities are a swimming pool, Rasul mud chamber, hot tub and sauna.
- Yorkshire Spa Retreat: If you’re seeking a relaxing spa day in the heart of the glorious Yorkshire countryside, this luxury spa near Nawton, north of York, certainly ticks all the boxes. The facilities include an outdoor hydrotherapy pool, natural swimming pond, and a Himalayan salt sauna.
- Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa: Another of our luxury spas, this excellent venue enjoys a great location in the centre of Helmsley, a characterful market town in the North York Moors. The spa hotel’s facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool and Rasul mud chamber.
- Aldwark Manor Estate: Located outside York, this impressive 19th-century manor house hotel promises a relaxing retreat in the North Yorkshire countryside. As well as the restful spa, the estate features an 18-hole golf course and thermal facilities.
- Bannatyne York: If you’re spending time in North Yorkshire and want to fit in some well-deserved spa time, this member of the popular Bannatyne family of health clubs is a great choice. The facilities include a 20-metre swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym, and Jacuzzi.
Five treatments to enjoy at a Scarborough spa
Once you’ve chosen one of our spas or spa hotels near Scarborough, you might have another decision to make. Many packages will feature one or more treatments that you can select from a menu of options. While these will vary between spas and packages, a few you might see offered include:
- Rasul mud: A few spas near Scarborough offer this full-body treatment that takes place without a therapist in a special steam room, where you harness the benefits of nourishing, purified mud.
- Body wrap or polish: Two indulgent treatments that again work to pamper you from head-to-toe, involving the application of products or an exfoliant to smooth the skin, improving its look and feel.
- Back, neck and shoulders massage: Of all the spa massages offered, this remains a popular choice, providing a gentle touch experience that works to ease tired muscles and melt away built-up tension.
- Manicure: A truly classic spa treatment that can be enjoyed by all guests, with stages that improve the health and appearance of the hands, cuticles and fingernails.
- Facial: Another favourite that you will find on the menu at our spas near Scarborough, this treatment offers a delightful combination of soothing ‘me’ time and care for the skin on the face and neck.
Things to see in and around Scarborough
In addition to spas, Scarborough and the surrounding area have lots of attractions, from stunning countryside and historic sites to pretty towns and beaches.
- North York Moors National Park: Explore this 555 square mile national park, which takes in a diverse landscape that includes heather moorland, as well as charming market towns and villages.
- Scarborough Castle: Enjoy the bracing walk up to see this medieval castle, which is set on a 16-acre headland overlooking the bay and offers marvellous views.
- Peasholm Park: Located on Scarborough’s North Bay, these popular landscaped gardens feature a lake, café, boating and events, including mock Naval Warfare battles each summer.
- Scarborough Beaches: One of Scarborough’s main draws is its wide sandy beaches, with the South Bay beach featuring a traditional promenade with fish & chip shops aplenty!
If you’re ready for your next Scarborough spa experience, browse our selection and book online today. You may also like to take a look at our latest Scarborough spa deals.
