Relaxing spa hotels in Cheltenham
Cheltenham has been a spa town resort since 1716, when a local landowner became curious about the pigeons pecking at accumulated salts, convinced that the natural spa waters had healing properties. So, what could be better than focusing on your health and wellbeing with a day spa or for a longer spa break in the hometown of modern spas?
From new developments to intimate spaces within country hotels, Cheltenham can offer you a choice of gorgeous spas to relax and unwind in. Below are few of our favourites...
The Greenway Hotel & Spa
Set in the foothills of the Cotswold Hills, The Greenway Hotel is a luxurious 16th-century Elizabethan manor house hotel. Their Elan Spa combines countryside chic with exposed brickwork, historic beams, rich colours and decadent TEMPLESPA products. Awarded 5 bubbles from the Good Spa Guide, the Elan Spa is the ultimate spa experience.
There is a full treatment menu, indoor hydrotherapy pool and al-fresco heated vitality pool to enjoy. Soothe aching muscles in the thermal suite with its sauna, steam room and sanarium. Or treat yourself to a Champagne and Truffles Deluxe facial or top-to-toe Drift Away massage to magic away any stresses.
The Spa at Ellenborough Park
Ellenborough Park is a heavenly countryside retreat, providing guests with the opportunity to forget about the pressures of the modern world and indulge in true relaxation. Spa facilities include six treatment rooms, complete with a couple’s room, with massages and facials using Elemis products, manicures, pedicures and the trending Japanese Head Spa to choose from.
There’s also a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, sensation showers, relaxation room and an outdoor heated pool which is open during daylight hours all year. Or why not hire their Spa Garden Retreat for some private pampering? This exclusive spa area has a hot tub, sauna and loungers, and is perfect for groups or a romantic escape.
C-Side Spa at Cowley Manor Experimental
Cowley Manor’s award-winning C-Side Spa is a haven for self-care, with four beautifully decorated treatment rooms and experienced therapists who offer a range of holistic therapies including massages, facials and body treatments using advanced skincare by Biologique Recherche and Oskia.
The hotel has two spectacular pools – a 17m green slate-lined indoor pool and an elegant 15m outdoor pool. Both are heated year-round, and during the summer months the addition of a bar and sun loungers means you can soak up the glorious Gloucestershire sunshine. There’s also a gym, relaxation area, steam room, rainfall showers and a sauna.
Spa at Hatherley Manor Hotel
Located just north of Gloucester, Hatherley Manor's spa is dedicated to natural wellbeing. It is home to six luxury treatment rooms, including a double treatment room. Treatments use Elemis and Made for Life products and include three amazing new options – a Thai Compress Massage, Bamboo Massage and Ultimate Relaxation Treatment.
The spa offers a 12-metre heated pool with views of the walled garden and a vitality pool with massaging water jets. The sauna, steam room and tepidarium provide wonderful benefits for your skin and circulation, whilst heated loungers and a relaxation room help you unwind. There’s also a state-of-the-art gym with weights and cardio equipment.
For more inspiration for your spa weekend in Cheltenham check out our helpful guides – Hotels with spas Cheltenham | Hotels with pools Cheltenham