This award-winning family-run hotel is nestled between the majestic mountains and the azure Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by a tranquil National Park, yet close to Cape Town’s best beaches.
After a long hike up Lions Head I was in need of a 90min deep tissue massage, I was offered to have the treatment in one of their mountain gazebos, with four glass walls and stunning views of the mountains and sea. Before my treatment I attempted to relax in the spa facilities but I found the small changing rooms and communal areas over crowded, the spa snacks were delicious – there were fresh fruit, juices, protein muffins and herbal teas. The therapist did a quick consultation then we headed to the gazebo which was a small hike away and rather tricky to get to in spa slippers.
The treatment itself was excellent, the therapist was very experienced and worked out all my muscle tension, Deep Tissue Massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. The Deep Tissue Massage is deep pressure from beginning to end releasing toxin build up from within the muscle using Elemis oil.
I am not sure whether it was an extra busy day but after my experience I won’t visit the spa again, the hotel itself is beautiful and I do suggesting visiting the Leopard Bar for sundowners.
Spa Facilities And Services
- 7 Treatment Rooms – superbly equipped for dual and single treatments.
- Rasul Chamber – a traditional Arabic cleansing ritual through the use of a gentle steam and mud.
- 2 Mountain Gazebos – for outdoor treatments with ocean views.
- Perfect Finish Tourmaline Salon – turn a manicure or pedicure into a special treat.
- Tranquility Lounge–to relax in between and after all spa treatments with herbal teas, lounge chairs, magazines, books or to meditate.
- Health Bar – with homemade healthy snacks, fresh fruit juices and still mineral water.
- Spa Health Menu – wholesome, delicious meals conducive to a healthy lifestyle.
- Plunge Pools – incorporating water jets at the optimal temperature for rebalancing your body’s metabolism, use of the plunge pools are available for all spa guests inclusive of your treatment.
- Salt Water Floatation Pool–prepare for your treatment with a restful liquid, reduced gravity experience.
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