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Nikki Beach to open hotel and spa in Turkey
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 26 Feb 2013
Nikki Beach has chosen Bodrum as the location of its first Turkish resort and spa – set to open in 2014 – due to the region’s popularity with Turkish holidaymakers and international jetsetters. The Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Bodrum will feature 57 suites and villas across 40,000sq m (430,556sq ft) of peninsula overlooking Torga Bay, the Mediterranean and nearby islands. The Nikki Spa – a feature of all the
First '100 per cent Brazilian spa' opens in Atlantic Rainforest
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 22 Feb 2013
A Brazilian spa backed by The Body Shop co-founder, AOL's former president and two local entrepreneurs has officially opened in the heart of the country's Atlantic Rainforest. The Botanique Hotel & Spa, said to be the first 100 per cent Brazilian spa, features indigenous treatments, essential oils, therapies and rituals and an all Brazilian staff. Designed by Sao Paulo architects Colletivo de Arquitetos the spa covers 10,000sq ft (929sq m)
Rural development fund helps new spa in Durham
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 22 Feb 2013
A government grant for rural development has partially funded the conversion of a former Durham garage into a quintessentially English spa. The Garage, at Greta Bridge in rural Teesdale, draws on its heritage as a refuelling and repairing point for some of the country’s first motorcars with guests offered “Tune Up Treatments” at the Body Shop and manicure or pedicure treatments at the Paint Shop. An exclusive product line made
Spanish-themed spa opens at The Ritz-Carlton, LA
by Aoife Dowling | 07 Feb 2013
A luxury wellness spa inspired by Spanish themes has launched at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey in Los Angeles. Located on the waterfront, Spa Nautica features seven treatment rooms including separate rooms for couple's treatments and wet treatments, as well as a full service nail salon. In the warmer months the Southern California spa will offer treatments outside on the hotel's pool deck. Spa facilities include eucalyptus steamrooms, a heated
Steigenberger to open new hotel with Aqua Park in Egypt
by Aoife Dowling | 05 Feb 2013
Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is to launch a new hotel that will feature a Swahili-themed aqua park and spa in Egypt. Located at the southern end of Hurghada, Steigenberger Aqua Magic will house 688 guest rooms including family rooms, deluxe rooms and suites. The resort, which will open end of 2013 or early 2014, will feature a Splash-certified Aqua Park with a range of slides and attractions including a separate
New thermal spa to open in the heart of the Alps
by Aoife Dowling | 30 Jan 2013
Work has began on a spa in Leukerbad, in the heart of the Swiss Alps, where the Valasis mountains thermal waters have bubbled at 51 degrees since Roman times. Situated 1,402m above sea level, the 51 degrees Spa will have more than 200 treatments on the menu. The 800sq m (8,611 sq ft) spa – slated for a 2015 opening - will incorporate two rituals rooted in the cultures of
Cambodia's first private island resort unveiled
by Aoife Dowling | 25 Jan 2013
Song Saa, which translates as 'the sweethearts' in Khmer, is Cambodia's first private island resort. Located in the Koh Rong Archipelago, the resort spans the island of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong and is connected by a footbridge. Owned by entrepreneurs Rory and Melita Hunter, the resort features 27 villas, each with a private pool. A spa and wellness sanctuary, situated in the rainforest along the shore, features a large
Private club Crow Wood previews £4m spa facility
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 16 Jan 2013
Lancashire private fitness and leisure facility Crow Wood, Burnley, has opened its doors to around 1,200 people keen to get a preview of their new £4m spa development. The Woodland Spa is expected to open in the next couple of weeks but tours have been held to showcase the development. Treatments on offer include a hydrotherapy pool, serenity pool, sauna, hot tubs, Roman foot baths, ice fountain, experience showers, Rasul
Work underway on luxury coastal spa at Salcombe Harbour Hotel
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 16 Jan 2013
Work is now well underway on a luxury spa at Salcombe Harbour Hotel in Devon, set to open in summer this year, which will include a two-level spa excavated into the cliff. The multi-million pound refurbishment of the 50-bedroom property is being undertaken by Bristol-based construction group Galliford Try with interiors by DO Design. The first spa level will include the reception, five treatment rooms and a fitness suite, and
Vienna to open hotel with wellness and medical spa in Russia
by Aoife Dowling | 10 Jan 2013
Vienna International is set to unveil a luxury hotel and wellness area in Shchyolkovo near Moscow, Russia at the end of 2013. Astrum Hotel Shelkovo is owned by Shelkowskij Holding and will be under the management of Vienna International Hotel Management (VIHM). Spanning 27-floors, a main feature of the hotel is the 3,6597sq ft (3,400sq m) Wellness and Medical Spa, which will be run as a conference and relaxation area.
New hotel open's on Oslo's ‘Thief Island’
by Aoife Dowling | 07 Jan 2013
A new luxury hotel – The Thief – has opened on Oslo’s famous ‘Thief Island’ (Tjuvholmen) where 18th century criminals were once brought to face justice. Leaving the past behind Tjuvholmen island today is home to a thriving urban centre for business, art and nightlife, which the hotel aims to capture. Designed by Norway-based Mellbye Architects,"The Thief" features 119 guestrooms and suites all with French balconies. Art is central to
Hyatt to open new hotel in Tokyo
by Aoife Dowling | 17 Dec 2012
US-based Hyatt Hotels is set to launch an Andaz-branded hotel in Tokyo, Japan in 2014. Andaz Tokyo is a joint partnership between Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Japanese property management firm Mori Building Company. Located in Toranomon, the hotel will occupy eight floors of a 52-story tower in a multi-use complex and feature 164 guestrooms including 64 suites Andaz Tokyo will also house a spa with a 65 sq ft indoor
US$9m Thann Sanctuary Spa to open in New York
by Aoife Dowling | 07 Dec 2012
Castle Hotel & Spa is set to open a US$9m (7m euro, £5.6m) Thann Sanctuary Spa in Westchester County, New York, US in May 2013. The 100-year-old resort, overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, is owned and managed by Sankara Hospitality Group. Spanning 7,800sq ft (725sq m), the spa will be the first Thann Sanctuary-branded site to launch in the US. It will feature seven treatment rooms, hot pools, men
Eco-friendly spa to open in Texas
by Jessica Tasman-Jones | 07 Dec 2012
A new spa retreat, based in Texas and constructed using environmentally-friendly techniques and materials, will open its doors on Saturday (8 December). Deer Lake Lodge & Spa, nestled on 50-acres 40 minutes from Houston, will hold tours of the lodge, mini treatment demonstrations and a ribbon cutting ceremony as part of its grand opening. Co-founders Tracy Boulware and her sister Dr. T.C. Hughes have dedicated themselves to providing an all-natural
Blink Design Group wins three key design projects
by Aoife Dowling | 05 Dec 2012
After opening an office in Shanghai, China, Blink Design Group has won three key design projects in the cities of Beijing, Benxi and Hefei. In less than a month, the design group was appointed to carry out the interior design of the new Sheraton Resort Beijing, work on the design of two new resorts at Benxi's hot springs in Liaoning Province and began designing a new spa-lifestyle clubhouse in Hefei.
Edinburgh hotel to open first Guerlain Spa in UK
by Aoife Dowling | 30 Nov 2012
The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Edinburgh, Scotland is set to launch the UK's first Guerlain Spa on 1 January, following a £24m (US$38m, 30m euro) redevelopment of the property. Managed by Hilton Worldwide, the hotel's spa will be operated as a beauty spa and be open to both hotel guests and non-guests. Facilities at the spa include three large treatment rooms, a swimming pool, steamroom, sauna, spa pool
W Bangkok set to open in December
by Aoife Dowling | 27 Nov 2012
Starwood Hotels and Resorts is set to launch W Bangkok hotel in December - its second W property in Thailand. Located on the North Sathorn Road, the hotel will feature 407 guestrooms including 32 suites. The hotel will also house an Away Spa and a Sweat Fitness Centre as well as a wet outdoor heated pool. W Bangkok will form part of the Golden Land's Sathorn Square, a mixed-use project
New Dubai city will boast 100 hotels and world's largest mall
by Aoife Dowling | 27 Nov 2012
A new city is to be built in Dubai which will feature the world's largest mall, a theme park complex and 100 hotels. Plans for the new Mohammed bin Rashid city were revealed by prime minister and ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum. As well as the gigantic Mall of the World, the city will also house 100 hotels, a 455-acre park and an international family attraction in
Six Senses Spa planned as part of Alpina Gstaad resort
by Aoife Dowling | 23 Nov 2012
The Alpina Gstaad hotel and spa is set to launch in the Bernese Alps, Switzerland next month. Located on a 20,000sq m (215,278sq ft) hill top area in Oberbort, the resort will feature 56 guestrooms and suites and 11 private apartments within the hotel. It will also house three private apartments within a chalet, and two private chalets. Designed by Swiss architectual firm Jaggi & Partner AG, the hotel features
Grand Hyatt set to open in Manila, Philippines
by Aoife Dowling | 23 Nov 2012
Grand Hyatt hotel and Hyatt branded residences are set to open in Manila, Philippines in 2015. The new property is a joint venture between a Hyatt affiliate, property developer Federal Land Inc. and Japanese financial services group ORIX Corporation. Grand Hyatt Manila will be located on the top 14 floors of a 66-story office and hotel tower and will feature 438 guestrooms. Designed by China-based architects Wong + Ouyang, the
Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa opens in China
by Aoife Dowling | 22 Nov 2012
Anantara has launched Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa - the group's second resort in China. Located on Hainan Island, the resort features 122 rooms including suites and private pool villas. A signature of the resort are the Spa Pool Villas facing the ocean. The villas feature 500sq m (5,382sq ft) of living space including a pool oasis with private trails to the shoreline. Guests will also have use of a
Rezidor opens hotel and spa in Nantes
by Aoife Dowling | 21 Nov 2012
Rezidor Hotel Group has opened Radisson Blu Hotel in Nantes, France. Housed in the former Court of Justice that was constructed in 1851, the hotel features 142 rooms with 20 suites. Facilities include a 2,153sq ft (200sq m) day spa, featuring a sauna, hammam and health club. Located in the city centre, the hotel was designed by architect Jacques Cholet and interior designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. The aim was to maintain
US$300m spa resort for St Kitts
by Aoife Dowling | 19 Nov 2012
The US$300m (£185m, 215m euro) Kittitian Hill Resort in St Kitts expects to open its first phase in December. Situated in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean Sea, the first phase will include 90 one-bedroom cottages, 24 villas and a golf course. The par-72 golf course has been designed by European Golf Design (EGD) in association with US Masters winner and 2006 Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam. The phase will
The Moat Spa opens after £2m revamp
by Aoife Dowling | 15 Nov 2012
Ruthin Castle in North Wales, UK has opened The Moat Spa - its all-weather spa concept incorporating indoor and outdoor experiences - after a £2m revamp. The new spa is located in the woodlands of the privately-owned Ruthin Castle Hotel near Chester, with facilities including one of the UK's first outdoor log-fired sauna tents. Owners Anthony and Amanda Saint Claire worked with Blue Spa and Leisure in designing the spa,
Mega resort planned for Desaru Coast, Malaysia
by Aoife Dowling | 15 Nov 2012
A luxury integrated resort - Desaru Coast - is set to open on the eastern coast of Jahor, Malaysia in 2015. Destination Resorts and Hotels (DRH) - established by Khazanah Nasional Berhad, an investment-holding arm of the government of Malaysia - is developing the 3,900-acre resort. Desaru Coast will launch in phases and will feature an array of luxury hotels and golf residences as well as theme and water parks,
£3m Y Spa opens at Wyboston Lakes
by Tom Walker | 14 Nov 2012
Just over £3m (3.7m euro, US$4.8m) has been invested in a new 11,000sq ft (1,022sq m) full-service spa at Wyboston Lakes, an independently-owned leisure and conference destination in Bedfordshire, UK. Located within an onsite hotel, Y Spa is one of the most significant UK spa openings in 2012 and has been put together by some of the country's top talents. Ray Payne, previously a long-standing general manager at the famous
Fairmont and Raffles to open hotels at new Manila complex
by Aoife Dowling | 12 Nov 2012
Hotel operators Fairmont and Raffles are set to open two new properties at a mixed-use tower at Makati in Metro Manila in December. The complex will feature a 30-floor tower housing the Raffles Makati with 32 suites; Raffles Residences with 237 residences for private ownership; and Fairmount Makati, a hotel with 280 deluxe rooms. The developers of the complex are KHOALI Manila, a joint venture between Kingdom Hotel Investments (KHI)
W Hotels opens first hotel in Singapore
by Aoife Dowling | 12 Nov 2012
W Hotels has launched W Singapore - Sentosa Cove, its first Hotel in Singapore. Located on Sentosa Island near downtown Singapore, the hotel features 240 guest rooms and suites. The property is owned and developed by an affiliate of City Developments Limited and it was designed by London-based architects WATG and designer Rockwell Group. W Singapore's Away Spa, the W brand's signature spa concept, features a 112sq m (1,205sq ft)
Hotel and spa opens in 1920s mansion after US$5m revamp
by Tom Walker | 09 Nov 2012
A new hotel and spa has opened in a 1920s era Victorian mansion in Valparaiso, Chile. Palacio Astoreca is owned by Swiss-Chilean entrepreneurs Vincent Juillerat and Francisca Joannon. The boutique hotel, which opened following a US$5m (£3.1m 3.9m euro) renovation project, features 23 guest rooms furnished with antiques from the Santiago and Valparaiso regions. Designed by Alvano and Riquelme architects, the hotel features art by contemporary painters such as Ricardo
Parkroyal set to open hotel-in-a-garden
by Aoife Dowling | 22 Oct 2012
Hotel operator Pan Pacific Hotels Group is set to open Parkroyal on Pickering, a hotel and spa in Singapore, based on a hotel-in-a-garden concept, at the end of 2012. The hotel is located at the gateway to Singapore's Central Business District and landmarks such as Chinatown and China Square Central. Designed by Singapore-based architectural firm WOHA, Parkroyal was built with a strong focus on integrating environmental elements throughout the property.
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