From traditional Arabian baths to the latest in state-of-the-art, hi-tech spa therapy, this is a region of Spain that encompasses body pampering in all its forms. Whether you’re looking for a one-off beauty treatment or to spend the whole day indulging the senses, we’ve put together a selection of the most enticing…
EL HAMMAM
Address: c/Tomas de Cozar, 13, 29001, Malaga | Telephone: 952 212 327 | Email: info@elhammam.com | Web: www.elhammam.com
Open every day from 10am until 10pm is the traditional El Hammam Arab Baths. Situated in the historic heart of Malaga (just a short stroll from the Picasso museum) within an 18th century building, they offer you all the pleasures of traditional Arab baths as well as two different kinds of massage. An authentically original spa experience, you won't need to book for the baths but it is recommended you do for the massage.
GRAN HOTEL PLAYABELLA ACQUAPLAYA HYDROTHERAPY CENTRE, ESTEPONA
Address: Urb. Arena Beach. Ctra N-340, km 151, Estepona | Telephone: 952 880 868 | Web: www.hotelelbaestepona.com
Situated on the beach front of Estepona, the hydrotherapy centre is split over two areas with heated pools, high power jet sprays, whirlpools, saunas, Turkish baths, Roman baths, seaweed baths, massages and facials available. All the therapists are fully qualified professionals and with single day visits and packages on offer, you'll certainly need a few visits to take in all the treatments. Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays.
ALBAYT SPA, COSTA GALERA CLUB HOUSE, ESTEPONA
Address: Carretera N-340 KM 149'229693 Estepona | Telephone: 901 120 361 | E-mail: info@albaytcountryclub.com | Web: www.albaytcountryclub.com
Enjoying a superb position just outside Estepona, the spa offers a large range of treatments and therapies including body massage spa pools, saunas, Turkish baths and relaxation rooms. Day visits are welcome and they are open to everyone seven days a week; from 9am till 10pm on weekdays and from 10am till 8pm weekends. There is also a golf academy and range, tennis courts and outdoor pools set amidst the stunning gardens with panoramic views over the sea and mountains.
HOTEL EL PARAISO TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE CENTRE, ESTEPONA
Address Carretera Cádiz KM. 167, 29680 Estepona, Spain | Telephone: 952 885 095 | Web: www.hoteltrhparaisocostadelsol.com
Located between Estepona and Marbella, this traditional Chinese Medicine Centre offers numerous treatments based on a holistic approach. Helping clients to de-stress, quit smoking and lose weight (amongst other goals) using techniques such as acupuncture, reflexology and massage - you can even get colonic irrigation here! An initial consultation is required for your suggested treatment programme.
KEMPINSKI RESORT HOTEL, ESTEPONA
Address Ctra. de Cadiz, km. 159 - Playa El Padron, 29680 Estepona, Malaga Telephone: 95 280-9500 | Email: web.estepona@kempinski.com | Web: www.kempinski-spain.com
Just east of Estepona is the Kempinski. Set amongst sub-tropical gardens it has three lagoon style pools and specialises in body and facial treatments, from massage to music therapy and aromatherapy.
MARBELLA CLUB HOTEL GOLF RESORT & SPA, MARBELLA
Address: Bulevar Principe Alfonso von Hohenlohe, 29600 Marbella Telephone: 952 822 211 | Email: spa@marbellaclub.com | Web: www.marbellaclub.com/location.html
Situated just off the 'golden mile', its sheer luxury and superb services ensure it is visited by the rich and famous. It incorporates twelve treatment rooms, seawater pool, saunas, solariums and steam baths. In total there are over 45 different treatments available, including ShiTao (massages using green tea, ginseng, gingko giloba and hot stones). A tennis and fitness club is also on site, all open 7 days a week from 11am until 8pm.
LAS DUNAS BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, ESTEPONA
Address: Urb. La Boladilla Baja , Ctra. Cádiz, Km 163,500 29689 Estepona | Telephone: 952 809 400 | E-mail: info@las-dunas.com | Web: www.las-dunas.com
The Thalasso health and wellness centre is located within this idyllic hotel complex. Their motto is 'prevention is better than cure' and they go all out to ensure you leave feeling totally rejuvenated ensuring clients return year after year. As if the treatments weren’t pampering enough, you also have the option of arriving in style in one of their Rolls Royce Limousines.
HOTEL SELENZA LUXURY SPA, ESTEPONA
Address: Carretera Nacional A 7, Km 165, Estepona, 29680 | Telephone: 902 440 070 | Web: www.selenza.com
Opened in 2006 and at over 2,000 square metres, it's one of the largest centres in the region. In 2007, the centre won an award for its innovative treatments, boasting the only ‘Siesta bath’ in Spain. Laid out in sections including leisure, wet, dry, beauty and treatment areas, the centre provides sea water pools, spa pools, saunas and steam rooms, together with the ultimate refreshment – an ice fountain!