News flash: Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Romantic dinner dates are a fine idea, romantic weekend getaways are even better (V-Day IS on a Sunday this year you guys), but we’re lobbying for an uber-relaxing spa day with our S.O.s. Not only is it a great start to a sexy night, we’re pretty confident that your special someone won’t need much convincing that massages are the best Valentine’s date idea ever.
Spa Alila
The Beauty of Romance – 190 minutes (IDR 680,000)
Setting the romance bar high is Alila’s The Beauty of Romance spa treatment. The sexy ritual combines all the indulgences Valentine’s Day requires, we’re talking chocolate, flowers and wine! That’s right, 190 minutes of pure pampering includes a soothing foot bath, followed by a to-die-for Balinese massage, a coffee and cocoa scrub (using locally grown beans we might add), and ends with a relaxing flower bath that is to be enjoyed with a smooth glass of red wine. Just try to get more romantic than this!
Alila Jakarta. Jl. Pecenongan Kav 7-17, Jakarta 10120. +62 (021)231 6008. [email protected]. Open: 10am to 11pm.
Willow Stream at Fairmont
Romantic Elements – 90 minutes (IDR 1,750,000)
Want to really get in the mood? The Willow Stream at Fairmont is a luxurious spa haven where you would want to get lost in with your S.O. forever. Their signature Romantic Elements treatment is held in their private VIP spa suite where you and your partner can indulge in a soothing 90-minute full body aromatherapy massage, topped off by a leisurely romantic candlelit bath for the full experience.
Willow Stream at Fairmont. Jl. Asia Afrika No. 8, South Jakarta. +62 21 2970 3333. Open: 8am to 11pm.
Kempinski The Spa
Sumatra Sunset – 180 minutes (IDR 3,200,000)
For an unforgettable experience, look no further than Kempinski’s Sumatra Sunset treatment for two. Inspired by Indonesian rituals, this intimate experiences starts off with a ketan hitam scrub followed by a calming kananga salt bath for a silky smooth, loved up glow. A traditional Swedish massage and luxurious pedicure follows to have you and your partner date night ready from head to toe.
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski. Jl. MH Thamrin 1, Central Jakarta, +62 21 2358 3800.
Ritz Carlton Mega Kuningan
Tranquility Journey – 210 minutes (IDR 4,300,000)
Does your partner deserve the absolute most in luxury spa treatments? We’d say yes. Enjoy a truly rejuvenating escape at the Ritz Carlton Mega Kuningan, the only hotel in the city that boasts a private spa villa. A true sanctuary for two, the Tranquility Journey is a wonderful full body treatment starting with a natural exfoliating body scrub, followed by body mask, a rejuvenating massage that stimulates both the body and mind, a rejuvenating facial, ending with a romantic plunge in the jacuzzi, glass of wine in hand of course.
Ritz Carlton Mega Kuningan. Jl. DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Kav.E.1.1 No.1, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta. +62 21 2551 8888.
Keraton Spa
Sido Asih Couples Massage – 105 minutes (IDR 1,900,000)
Beautifully inspired by the philosophy of the Sido Asih batik motifs, where two souls become one, the Sido Asih couples massage at the Keraton spa is an uber-relaxing and blissful 105 minute intimate affair. Couples will enjoy total serenity in the tranquil VIP room where expert masseuses use heavenly long, gentle strokes to gently coax you and your S.O. into perfect bliss.
Keraton at the Plaza. Jl. MH. Thamrin Kav. 15, South Jakarta. +62 21 5068 0000.