From saunas to shiatsus to facials and fitness, spas are more than just a place to unwind, but also a place to take care of one’s body. In the spirit of self-care, Condé Nast Traveler published its list of “The Best New Hotel Spas in the World” on Saturday, June 8. The list featured the globe’s top spas from “a volcano-facing retreat on Hawaii’s Big Island and a Mexico outpost of a pioneering Spanish wellness brand.
” Among these epicenters for relaxation was Guerlain Spa at Raffles Boston , which markets itself as a holistic approach to wellness — and not just a place to get a massage or facial. With only four treatment rooms, Guerlain Spa’s amenities include a hot tub, 65-foot indoor pool, fitness center, saunas, steam room, and ice showers. Calling it “a best-kept secret,” Condé Nast Traveler said the spa’s “treatments are enriched with Guerlain’s aromatherapy-driven products.
” According to its website, Guerlain’s excels in offering a personalized experience for guests by letting them choose beauty treatments, book massages or private coaching sessions, and pick specific workout gear, snacks, sleep kits, and more. “We partner with expert local practitioners and world-class wellness and beauty brands, and our products are sourced with environmental sustainability in mind, reflecting our social responsibilities,” Raffles’ website reads . “Expect sumptuous spa journeys tailor-made to suit your needs and state-of-the-art fitness facil.
