The most beautiful palace spas

© Matthieu Salvaing, Arbes, and Francis Amiand.

Do you have a sudden craving for some quality "me-time," a princess-worthy treatment, and a dip in a dream pool ? Here is our selection of the most beautiful palace spas that pamper Parisians.

The place : Hidden in the iconic palace on Avenue Hoche is a highly soothing spa organized around a magnificent 23-meter pool.

The vibe : Here, natural light creates the impression of being outdoors. Besides aquatic facilities exuding essential oil aromas (pool, sauna, Turkish bath, laconium, ice fountain...), there are 7 cabins offering highly specialized, custom myBlend treatments and Clarins signature protocols. Also noteworthy : coaching rooms available with the fantastic Evening Routine offer at €190.

Treatment to try : The myBlend Signature Treatment (1.5 hours, €295), which releases body tension through a half-hour massage combined with a one-hour facial using the powerful LED mask (a true object of desire among it-girls) to enhance the highly concentrated myBlend products. It's the art of looking 10 years younger with a toned body.

Bonus : For treatments over 2 hours, enjoy free access to the pool and spa facilities (additional €50 for treatments of 1.5 hours).

Spa Clarins & myBlend at Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris. 37 Avenue Hoche, 8th Arrondissement, Paris

© Le Royal Monceau by Karine Bouvatier.

The place : A new ultra-confidential 400m² wellness haven in the prestigious Plaza Athénée on Avenue Montaigne.

The vibe : More than just a spa, the Dior Spa is a true holistic refuge offering a collection of haute couture treatments combining expert techniques and cutting-edge technology in a space designed as a relaxation bubble focused on well-being.

Treatment to try : A unique experience in the Dior Light Suite (105 mins, €450). In harmony with the physical treatment provided by the practitioner, the Dior Light Suite, flooded with lights chosen according to the ritual, uses the power of light therapy to benefit both body and mind. Three exclusive and custom rituals are offered, accompanied by various light intensities aimed at harmonizing the biological clock, letting go, and regaining dynamism.

Bonus : Delicious fruit and vegetable juices specially developed by Wild & The Moon served in a charming lounge, a true relaxation spot and the spa's central point.

Dior Spa, Hôtel Plaza Athénée. 25 Avenue Montaigne, 8th Arrondissement, Paris. Open daily from 11 am to 7 pm. Reservations by phone at 01 53 67 65 35.**

© Plaza Athénée by Matthieu Salvaing.

The place : A fusion of East and West that embraces the best of French elegance for the past 10 years with ancient Asian practices and knowledge.

The vibe : This is not just about a simple treatment! It’s a true wellness journey where guests are invited to arrive an hour before their service to enjoy the spa facilities : sauna, hammam, sensory shower, ice fountain.

Treatment to try : The Plasma Botolift Facial by Maison Margy's (100 mins, €420). Exclusively in Paris, Maison Margy's symbolizes Swiss excellence in skin rejuvenation. Founded in 1995 by Margie Lombard, the brand offers the Plasma Botolift facial with hydrating, lifting, and firming properties using a Plasma Gun. This unique technology regenerates and heals tissues non-invasively, reduces pigmentation, imperfections, and scars. Combined with the Collagen Botolift Mask, the results are incredible: radiant, even-toned skin that is smooth and plumped. All Maison Margy's products, made from natural ingredients, are available at the Peninsula Spa.

Bonus : The ultra-feng shui ambiance reigning in the largest palace spa in Paris. 1,800m² of invitation to well-being and relaxation.

The Peninsula Spa at Peninsula Paris. 19 Avenue Kléber, 16th Arrondissement, Paris. Open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Reservations by phone at 01 58 12 66 82 or by email at spappr@peninsula.com 

© The Peninsula Paris by Arbes.

The place : In the heart of the unique and mythical palace on the Left Bank, the Akasha Spa at Lutetia is a holistic wellness oasis of 700m².

The vibe : The Akasha Spa continually evolves with the modern lifestyles of its clients, offering experiences that combine the expertise of therapists with high-tech innovations. It is the first hotel in the world to feature the entire Therabody range, a global leader in wellness technologies.

Treatment to try : The full-body massage with double Theragun (60 mins, €239), a custom relaxing and regenerating signature treatment combining deep Swedish and sports massage techniques with manual lymphatic drainage and a double Theragun treatment to target acupressure points and relieve stress.

Bonus : The dedicated Therabody suite equipped with the brand's complete wellness devices, including the SmartGoogle, an eye mask with SmartSense technology to gently lower heart rate and ensure baby-like sleep.

Akasha Spa at Hôtel Lutetia. 45 Boulevard Raspail, 6th Arrondissement, Paris. Open daily from 7 am to 9 pm. Reservations by phone at 01 49 54 46 12.

© Hôtel Lutetia

The place : A Parisian cocoon bathed in light, away from the noise and urban turmoil of the capital, where inspirations blend to better reconnect body and mind.

The vibe : A retreat in the heart of the city, a holistic quest for well-being where physical and mental balance aligns in one single energy, the "Qi".

Treatment to try : Chi partners with Alaena to offer a range of 100% clean and organic products and treatments, including the Lift & Glow (45 mins, €170), a true ritual to relieve stress and tension, fight signs of aging and fatigue. A concentrated peel is combined with an anti-aging lifting and sculpting massage to tighten pores, treat spots, and refine skin texture. The complexion is boosted, and the skin is plumped.

Bonus : Spend half a day relaxing by enjoying access to the spa with a good hammam and sauna session and a dip in the stunning pool overlooking a lush garden, perfecting your moment of relaxation (additional €75 on top of the treatment price).

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La. 10 Avenue d'Iéna, 16th Arrondissement, Paris. Access to the spa in addition to a treatment (+€80).

Day access to the spa : €180 (from 10 am to 8 pm). Half-day access (4 hours) without treatments from Monday to Friday €140 (no reservation, but call ahead to check availability).

© Shangri-La Paris by Francis Amiand.

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