Here's our hot list of the best spa treatments in Bali – from massages and wellness rituals in Ubud, to facials and mani-pedis in Canggu...
Ahhh blissful Bali. The land of beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and enchanting culture – the perfect setting for an escape from the bustle of daily life. In fact, many visitors come to Bali for its wellness retreats and pampering treatments, with hundreds of spas in Bali delivering ahh-inducing rituals and therapies that are worth crossing oceans for.
So, to help you on your wellness journey, we’ve rounded up the very best spas in Bali that offer the finest pampering experiences we’ve ever tried. From the best massages and facials, to nail art, chakra ceremonies and ice baths, here’s our guide to the best spa treatments in Bali.
THE BEST SPA TREATMENTS IN BALI
1. Best massage – The Bulgari Spa at Bulgari Resort Bali
At Bulgari Resort Bali’s breathtaking clifftop spa, Balinese treatments are given an ultra luxurious spin. Fusing European and Asian approaches, you’ll leave feeling like Indonesian royalty. The professional therapists here are as expert at they come, thoroughly trained to six-star standards. The deep tissue massages use native oils and herbs, with the placement of warm volcanic stones on the chakras, AKA the body’s seven energy centres. We love blissing out in one of the fabulous spa suites, but our favourite is the al fresco pavilion, where relaxing massages are delivered by the ocean’s edge…
The Bulgari Spa at Bulgari Resort Bali, Jl Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu, p. +62 815 1403 8397; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
2. Best sauna & steam – AMO Spa
One of our all-time fave spas in Canggu, AMO is everything you’d expect from a NYC-style day spa – and so much more. It’s a long-loved gem amongst the expat crowds, where you and and your besties can get pampered from head to toe with an entire day of manis, massages and more. But what really put AMO on the map is its steam and sauna facilities. Complete with a cold plunge and a jacuzzi, make full use of the day pass by hopping from one to the next in the al fresco space. Finish off with a foot or shoulder massage.
AMO Spa, Jl Pantai Batu Bolong No. 69, Canggu, p. +62 811 399 9806, e. [email protected]; Open daily 8am – 10pm.
3. Best Balinese ritual – The Kahyangan Spa
Step away from the bustle of Seminyak and into The Kahyangan Spa – a space to hit pause and indulge in truly heavenly treatments (‘kahyangan’ means ‘heaven’). This divine destination is found within the five-star grounds of The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa, delivering time-honoured Balinese treatments in gorgeous surrounds. We love the Shirodhara treatment (an ancient Ayurvedic healing ritual that stimulates the crown Chakra with a flow of oil on the third eye). But our fave is without doubt the Balinese Ritual. You’ll first be treated to a cleansing ceremony, a foot bath, a Balinese coffee scrub and a traditional Balinese massage, before relaxing in the boudoir-inspired lounge, surrounded by hand-painted murals and colourful glass windows. It’s simply divine!
The Kahyangan Spa at The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa, Jl Kayu Aya, Seminyak, p. +62 361 730814, e. [email protected]
4. Best hair removal treatment – HiSUGARS
Thanks to HiSUGARS (AKA Bali’s experts in body sugaring), we’re saying goodbye to unwanted hair and hello to silky smooth skin. Named the “Best Female Salon” and “Best Salon Team” in the Luxury World Awards, this is Bali’s top spot for body sugaring, with beauty parlours in Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, and Sanur. Using an all-natural sugar paste safe for all skin types and areas, the expert team uses the sophisticated and age-old hand-flicking technique to remove hair from the root, taking away the hair, dead skin cells, and any congested hair follicles without irritation. Gentle, effective and suitable for both ladies and gents, it’s a hair removal treatment, body scrub, and a gentle massage all in one!
HiSUGARS, locations in Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud and Sanur, e. [email protected]; Open daily 9am – 6pm.
5. Best couples’ treatment – Svaha Spa Bisma
We can’t think of a more romantic setting than Svaha Spa Bisma. It overlooks a bamboo forest and tranquil river, right in the heart of Ubud. The spa’s holistic, blissful treatments are a real treat too, but it’s the intimate couple’s treatments that make it perfect for a special spa date. Treat yourselves to the Rama Sita Package – Svaha Spa’s signature treatment inspired by the epic love story of the Hindu Gods, Rama and Sita. This 120-minute session includes a luxurious scrub with sweet chocolate and honey, followed by an indulgent four-hands massage. And to finish it all off, you’ll both get to soak in a fragrant flower, fruit, or spice bath, all while gazing out to untouched nature. Now that’s our kind of romantic retreat…
Svaha Spa Bisma, Jl Bisma No. 888X, Ubud, p. +62 812 3733 9353, e. [email protected]
6. Best facial – FaceDay
So much more than ‘just’ an epic facial, FaceDay brings in the big guns with its “functional facials”. These facials combine face yoga, high-tech devices and lymphatic drainage techniques for the ultimate facial workout. It all begins with its state-of-the-art face scanner, which maps the areas of concern, tracks changes over time, and helps the therapists tailor your treatment to your skin’s needs. Then it’s time for the FaceDay magic. Expect sculpting massages, gentle facial stretches, suction cups for de-puffing, LED lights, and electrical and radio frequency to tone and lift your money-maker. We often stop by for a quick spruce-up with an express 30-minute treatment. Or, we treat ourselves to a 45- to 60-minute facial for serious #facegoals.
FaceDay, Jl Pantai Berawa No. 38, Berawa, Canggu, p. +62 811 3960 0027, e. [email protected]; Open daily 10am – 7pm.
7. Best mani-pedi – House of Orange
Surfed or shopped out and need to show some love to your fingers and toes? House of Orange treats your tootsies to shaping, polishing and cuticle care with their advanced manicures and pedicures. There’s even gel-polishing and bold nail art – some of the very best we’ve found on the island. You can level up your mani-pedi with a nail strengthening treatment too, meaning your new look will last longer. Top it off with a relaxing hand and foot massage, and soak up the artsy vibes of this sleek vintage space.
House of Orange, Jl Pantai Berawa No. 5, Berawa, Canggu, p. +62 821 4455 7203; Open daily 10am – 6pm.
8. Best Chakra ceremony – Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
When it comes to wellness, the Balinese believe a balanced Chakra is the key to a harmonious and healthy life. At this gorgeous river-side spa in Ubud (within the award-winning Four Seasons Resort), each of your seven Chakras are celebrated and cared for in 120 to 150-minute rituals. Our favourite is the Anahata, AKA the heart Chakra ceremony, which clears negativity and allows the heart to give and receive love. This rose-based ritual begins with a blissfully nurturing scrub and a flower bath. A rose oil body massage relaxes you before continuing with a rose quartz crystal chest massage. The ceremony ends with a heart-shaped Ayurvedic container filled with healing pure rose oil being placed over the heart. You’ll leave feeling peaceful and harmonious, with a sense of renewed energy…
Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, Jl Raya Sayan, Ubud, p. +62 361 977 577; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
9. Best Javanese body scrub – Bodyworks Spa Bali
Widely recognised as the originator of Bali’s modern day spa scene, Bodyworks is a mainstay on the Seminyak spa circuit. With a loyal following after almost two decades beautifying the neighbourhood, blissing out at Bodyworks is a must. Stunning surroundings, superbly trained therapists and buttery smooth service from start to finish makes Bodyworks an excellent one-stop spa spot. Head here to for a next-level authentic Balinese massage, paired with a traditional Javanese mandi lulur. It’s like a body scrub that uses turmeric, sandalwood, cinnamon, and rice powder. All of this before a warm and fragrant, flower-filled bath…
Bodyworks Spa Bali, Jl Lebak Sari No. 3, Petitenget, Seminyak, p. +62 361 733 317 / +62 878 1529 9000, e. [email protected]; Open daily 9am – 10pm.
10. Best Hammam – Talise Spa at Jumeriah Bali
Inspired by the royal bath-house culture of the ancient Hindu-Javanese Majapahit Empire, Talise Spa at Jumeirah Bali merges nature into each of its treatments. Each carefully curated ritual combines Balinese traditions, Arabic therapies and European technology. And since Talise Spa is home to the only Turkish Hammam on the island, we treat ourselves to the Royal Campa cleansing and exfoliating therapy. It harnesses the healing power of the sea using Arctic salt flakes and marine clay. Or, the deeply nourishing Royal Dwara ritual, which incorporates light stretching and a traditional kessa and soap massage on a heated marble table within the Hammam. Bliss!
Talise Spa at Jumeirah Bali, Kawasan Pecatu Indah Resort, Jl Raya Uluwatu, Pecatu, p. +62 811 3820 1903, e. [email protected]; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
11. Best skin polishing treatment – Prana Spa Bali
Prana Spa is a unique and glamorous spa that specialises in Eastern and Indian techniques fit for royalty. The Sun and Moon skin-polishing treatment is designed to detoxify your face and body with 180-minutes of scrubbing, polishing and preening. It begins with a body scrub and polish, using fresh ingredients to condition your skin. Then, you’ll relax in the spa’s steam room to give your complexion a healthy glow and much-needed detoxification. You’ll rejuvenate fully with a flowing body and foot massage using Prana’s own blend of aromatherapy massage oils. A relaxing facial finishes off the treatment, leaving your skin clean, buffed and hydrated.
Prana Spa Bali, Jl Kunti No. 118X, Seminyak, p. +62 3811 3861 761, e. [email protected].
12. Best half-day package – Spa Alila at Alila Seminyak
With its bespoke treatments that use only fresh local ingredients, Spa Alila at Alila Seminyak delivers a sublime wellbeing experience. We make it a habit to take our self-care to the next level here, with the 270 minute-long “Ultimate Self-Love” treatment. It starts with the spa’s signature Mineral Ritual, before whisking us away to a luxurious bath where we can sip on a glass of sparkling wine and munch on rich chocolate truffles. The journey to bliss continues with a Collagen Facial and either a mani-pedi or an Avocado Hair Spa. The package also includes a cocktail, a three-course dinner at Alila’s beachfront restaurant, Seasalt, and a self-care product to take home.
Spa Alila at Alila Seminyak, Jl Taman Ganesha No. 9, Petitenget, Seminyak, p. +62 361 3021 888; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
13. Best holistic treatment – COMO Shambhala Estate
COMO Shambhala is right up there as our favourite place for healing and wellbeing in Bali. Is it the energy, the nutritious food, the beautiful grounds, or the incredible villas? You guessed it – it’s all of the above. And the spa is no different: a world class facility not to be missed. Start with the COMO Shambhala Bath – a cleansing treatment to gently exfoliate and soften the skin. After dry brushing the body, a specially prepared COMO Shambhala body scrub (infused with Shea butter, essential oils and nut oils) is applied to the body. After a rinse, enjoy the relaxing and nurturing COMO Shambhala Massage using a signature massage oil blend. Our top tip: consult the estate’s specialists to create your very own personalised wellness program.
COMO Shambhala Estate, Banjar Begawan, Desa Melinggih, Gianyar, p. +62 361 978 888, e. [email protected]; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
14. Best spa party – Goldust Spa
Ultra-bling, all-over body treatments officially hit the Canggu ‘hood when Goldust opened its glistening doors. Now a one-stop-shop for serious “girl time”, Goldust’s spa parties have all you need for a bachelorette or birthday party. It starts with the signature 24k Gold facial for skin rejuvenation, plus a relaxing foot massage, mani-pedi and ultra-nourishing hair spa. All of this, topped off with wine and nibbles by the pool!
Goldust Spa, Jl Batu Bolong No. 66, Canggu, p. +62 811 383 721, e. [email protected].
15. Best bridal package – Glo Day Spa & Salon
As one of the original and most revered spas in Bali, Glo Day Spa & Salon specialises in pretty much everything. But for the ultimate wedding service in Bali, the Bridal Package has all you need. Think professional hair styling and makeup for the bride, bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and groom. And even for the flower girls! All of the products are vegan and cruelty-free too, and the salons themselves are bright and minimalist with Parisian-chic vibes. Need we say more?
Glo Day Spa & Salon, multiple locations across the island and Nusa Lembongan.
16. Best alfresco spa treatments – Svaha Spa Kenderan
A holistic destination where alfresco treatment rooms overlook Ubud’s lush forest, Svaha Spa Kenderan is an idyllic setting to reboot. You’ll want to spend an entire day here, soaking in multiple hours of blissful treatments and working your way through the spa staples. Start with a foot bath to refresh walk-weary toes, before a soothing body massage to release muscle tension and entice deep relaxation. End it all with a soak in the bath, infused with essential oils and tropical flower petals.
Svaha Spa Kenderan, Jl Raya Desa Kenderan No. 88x, Ubud, p. +62 812 3733 9353; Open daily 9am – 10pm.
17. Best wellness experience – Shankha Spa at Hyatt Regency Bali
A holistic spa and five-star wellness destination, Shankha Spa at Hyatt Regency Bali is much more than “just” a luxury spa. Because Hyatt Regency Bali is all about honouring its island home, you can expect plenty of nods to Balinese culture. It’s in the architecture, the stunning spa suites, and in the herbo-mineral healing rituals and treatments. We love the spa’s sauna too, surrounded by greenery and all-natural beauty.
Shankha Spa at Hyatt Regency Bali, Jl Danau Tamblingan No. 89, Sanur, p. +62 361 281 234; Open daily 9am – 9pm.
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