Discover the Best Spas in Bali That Offer Tranquil Wellness Experiences on the Island of the Gods
Bali, Indonesia. [Photo credit: Kharl Anthony]
There isn’t a soul who has visited Bali (aka the Island of the Gods) in Indonesia that is not entranced. As one of the most traversed destinations in the world, Bali attracts visitors from every corner of the globe. Attracted by its beauty, bio-diversity, rich arts and culture scene, and most saliently, its people.
While hotels were available in the early half of the 20th century, the emergence of luxury resorts in the 1960s and an international airport in the 1970s, Bali witnessed a tourist boom unlike any destination. Its magnificent beauty, pristine beaches, ancient temples, and more coral reefs than all Caribbean combined have earned Bali awards and recognition year after year from every major travel outlet. From cuisine to beach bums, to culture aficionados and adventure seekers, Bali seems to top every travelers’ favorite list.
For the spa enthusiast, Bali does not disappoint. Renowned for its healing rituals based on an ethos of divine spirituality, Bali promises more than a pampering getaway. Many wellness seekers emerge with a renewed sense of purpose, balance, and calm that extends beyond the spa visit. For this reason, day spas abound on the island, and there is something for everyone.
We have narrowed the list down to a few, though there are many others that are worthy of discovery. Keep on reading to discover our top picks for the best spas in Bali. Need to book a flight to Indonesia? Discover the best flight deals when booking your next luxury getaway.
Akoya Spa at Viceroy Bali
Jalan Lanyahan, Banjar Nagi, Ubud, Bali; (+62) 361-970-777
Situated in the verdant forests of mystical Bali, Viceroy Bali has earned its reputation of as the region’s premier wellness resort. A tranquil oasis in the jungle, Viceroy offer a dramatic setting and a leisurely ambiance where you set the pace. Do as much or as little as you desire.
Take a sunrise trek to witness majestic rock formations. Walk among rice paddies, or learn a Balinese dance or local dish. Learn to make a kite, or get your sweat on with a game of squash followed by a cocktail at Pinstripes Bar. Complete the evening with a candlelight dinner at their signature restaurant, Aperitif.
Wellness is the heart of Viceroy, and Akoya Spa will guide you on a holistic journey entrenched in Balinese practices and modern comforts. Partake in a Balinese blessing ritual, find inner balance with a healing sound bath or continue your fitness routine with daily yoga ora workout at the fully-equipped gym.
Before your facial, massage or salon service, we suggest booking a ritual bath to feel like a Balinese goddess. Our favorite option is the fragrant Flower Bath; Uplift your mood while soaking in flower petals. The botanical oils softens skin while it cures and nourishes. Flowers are soothing, calming and cooling and particularly restorative to the nervous system. A flower bath calms the nerves, opening the heart, and relaxes the mind.
Bamboo Spa by L’ Occitane at Kupu Kupu Jimbaran
Uluwatu St, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361; (+62) 822-6648-9843
The French Riviera meets the tropics. One of two L’Occitane spas on the island of Bali, Bamboo Spa at Kupu Kupu Jimbaran is minutes from the Dempasar airport, but a world away from the ordinary. Featuring 15 treatment rooms including nine couples’ suites, guests embark on a sensorial journey combining French beauty rituals and Balinese hospitality.
Bamboo Spa boasts a large mosaic tile steam room to detox before your nurturing treatment and a relaxation lounge to indulge in some extra “zen” time with a cup of tea after your service. Slip into a world where time and obligations are put on hold and your well-being is the only priority. Submit to the visual and olfactive luxuries that surround you while you find balance and harmony inside and out.
L’Occitane is made from the most effective and precious plants and flowers from the region of Provence, enveloping your skin and body in pure nourishment and revitalization. For a complete purification from head to toe, we suggest the special Vinotherapy Grape Purification. Start with a Deep Tissue Intense Relief Massage which combines Lomi Lomi, acupressure, and gentle stretching. The entire body will feel refreshed and relaxed.
Continue with a special Grape Body Wrap and cover with banana leaves. The self-heating action promotes micro-circulation and purification. During this process, you will enjoy a relaxing scalp massage to achieve overall well-being and joy.
Bodyworks Spa
Jalan Lebak Sari No.3, Petitenget, Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia; (+62) 8781-5299-000
Located in Petitenget, Seminyak, Bodyworks is Bali’s first stand-alone luxury spa. The brainchild of a German expat, Bodyworks first opened its opulent doors in 1994. What began as a humble desire to bring massages from beach shacks to a legit treatment rooms, has blossomed into one of the region’s most beloved establishments.
Now in their third location and managed by the mother and daughter team, Bodyworks Spa remains a sanctuary of relaxation and warm hospitality. A sensual haven of ornate arches, jubilant colors, and intricate mosaic tiles where guests can expect a warm welcome and therapies utilizing premium products, including Pevonia Botanica and Sensata.
Guest may choose from a complete menu of facial, body, massage, waxing, and salon services. We highly recommend the signature treatment that made Bodyworks famous: the Mandi Lulur Exfoliation Massage. This treatment begins with a 65-minute Balinese massage, then the entire body is painted in a brown granular paste (the traditional Javanese “lulur”) containing turmeric, sandalwood, cinnamon, and rice powder. The paste is then gently rubbed to exfoliate the skin.
After a quick rinse, the body is covered in fresh yoghurt. The enzymes stimulate cell activity and restore the pH balance of the skin, which feels soft as silk after the yoghurt is washed away. The final step involves luxuriating in a warm, fragrant flower-filled bath.
COMO Shambhala Estate
Banjar Begawan, Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Gianyar 80571, Bali, Indonesia; (+62) 361-978-888
Located just north of Ubud in a jungle enclave, COMO Shambhala Estate is an award-winning wellness resort at the edge of the Ayung riverbank. Its grounds feature state-of-the-art wellness facilities, and it also provides guides and fitness experts for adventures beyond the Estate.
Guests can stay in private residences, villas, and suites set in the forest and jungle clearings with decor inspired by the elements of earth, wine, fire, water, and forest. The spa and bespoke wellness program are designed to immerse guests in physical activities with private training sessions, guided adventure challenges, spa treatments, and healthy COMO Shambhala Cuisine offering nutritionally balanced meals.
Guests can start their morning with a massage, facial, body wrap or other luxury spa treatment including acupuncture and ayurveda therapy in one of the four outdoor pavilions and nine indoor treatment rooms. Afterwards, guests can grab a nutritional meal made of pure ingredients from the health-focused COMO Shambhala Cuisine menu, dip in the outdoor vitality pool for hydrotherapy sessions, relax in the sauna and steam room, or move their body in a yoga or Pilates class.
JIWA Spa at Conrad Bali
Jalan Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa Bali, 80363, Indonesia; (+62) 361-778788
The Jiwa Wellness Program at Conrad Bali offers a comprehensive range of holistic experiences, divided into three pillars: Jiwa Spa, Jiwa Sense, and Jiwa Strength. Designed to rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit, the program provides a variety of treatments and activities.
JIWA Spa focuses on restorative treatments using natural formulas and ancient techniques. Signature packages include the Yin & Yang Coconut Aromatherapy Ritual and Energizing Spirulina Pure Aromatherapy. A series of unique sensory experiences such as SWAY Sleep Therapy, Crystal Sound Healing, Chakra Balancing, and Full Moon Ceremonies are offered through Jiwa Sense.
And for those looking to enhance physical strength and mental resilience, Jiwa Strength provides activities such as circuit training, Tae Bo, and a variety of yoga sessions.
Lohma Spa at Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts
JI, Melasti Banjar Kelod, Ungasan, Bali, 80364, Indonesia; (+62) 361-3007000
Umana Bali is a clifftop resort that offers direct access to Melasti Beach. Every villa has a private infinity pool and whirlpool with ocean or garden views, along with interior and exterior living and dining areas. The secluded hideaway is also home to Lohma Spa, a modern interpretation of the island’s rich creative and cultural heritage.
Spa amenities include a spa pool, sauna, steam room, and private treatment rooms. The spa’s menu has been carefully crafted with the guiding pillars of the Tri Hita Karana philosophy of spirituality, people, and nature. Offerings range from massages, facials, and body treatments to baths, multi-hour spa journeys, and advanced wellness experiences such as cold water immersion, holotropic breathwork, and sound healing.
Mandapa Spa at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar Kedewatan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali. Indonesia, 80571; 1 (844) 631-0595
A serene luxury sanctuary located along the Ayung River within a lush jungle in Ubud, Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve is one of only five Ritz-Carlton Reserves in the entire world. Surrounded by majestic temples, royal palaces, rice terraces, and green hillsides, the stunning property’s design is based on four mantras: Striking, Intimate, Magical, and Enlightening.
Spa Profile: Mandapa Spa at Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Mandapa Spa at Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a riverfront wellness oasis that has a vitality pool, meditation temple, yoga studio, and menu with holistic treatments. Guests at the spa can choose from a selection of Balinese-inspired treatments featuring Subtle Energies and locally-sourced products. Unique offerings include sessions with a local healer.
For the ultimate upgrade to your wellness experience, book the luxurious Mandapa Spa Suite, which has its own private relaxation lounge, separate treatment areas, a terrace with river views and a private hydrotherapy dipping pool.
Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Jl. Raya Sayan, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia; (+62) 361-977-577
You will have to cross a suspension bridge first to reach Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, an enchanted escape in the Ayung River Valley. Once you cross, however, you will enter a magnificent, rice bowl-shaped haven where the heart and soul of Bali greets you with open arms.
The villas provide the ultimate in luxury and privacy, while the dining and sightseeing options take you the soul of the forest with a rich appreciation for nature and connection to some of the world’s most sumptuous surroundings. Let the hotel guides take you to Bali’s off-the-beaten-path attractions for an insider experience free from the crowds.
Sacred River Spa takes you to the pinnacle of Balinese well-being and healing. Surrender to transformation at the newly renovated space. This heavenly sanctuary blends Ubud’s healing energy with the Balinese philosophy of sekala and niskala (seen and unseen energy). Experience nurturing treatments, where nature’s power meets modern healing for an unforgettable journey.
In addition to a menu of locally-inspired treatment, you will find a sauna and steam room, plus fully-equipped fitness center. With personal transformation as its core ethos, many guests choose a two or three-day wellness retreat to re-balance and re-charge. These curated journeys include deep yoga, chakra cleansing and balancing, meditation, private counseling sessions, and serene spa rituals.
Experience a unique “air nap” where you are suspended from the ceiling of the bamboo Dharma Shanti Bale in an aerial silk hammock. Try your hand at anti-gravity yoga or indulge in a cellulite smoothing treatment augmented with locally-sourced oils and aromas.
Sakanti Spa at The Anvaya Beach Resort Bali
JI. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Bali, Indonesia; (+62) 361-2090-477
Situated in the center of Kuta, The Anvaya Beach Resort Bali is a five-star exotic experience amid exalted surrounding seemingly created by the gods. With direct beach access and private villas set among tropical foliage and singing birds, the resort leads you on a trip of self-discovery, escape, and sublime relaxation. Equipped with luxurious amenities, exquisite dining, bold cocktails, and splendid Balinese charm, guests are welcomed to a home away from home on an enchanted isle of abundant treasures.
Sakanti Spa is the premier sanctuary to experience the power and delicacy of Balinese healing. A series of treatment pavilions and relaxation lounges flanked by gardens with plunge pools and surrounded by aromatic flowers, guests can surrender to the art of ancient healing practices amidst modern luxury.
The yoga pavilion provides a full calendar of yoga, Pilates, and wellness classes suitable for beginners to more advanced practices, in addition to visiting experts and special sessions. Sensata Botanicals is the product of choice for a complete range of face, body, and salon services that are as divinely pampering as they are healing.
For head-to-toe indulgence, we suggest the Anvaya Delight Package. Commence with a gentle Balinese massage followed by a coconut body scrub and luxurious scented bath that will leave you with a sense of elevated inner strength and harmony.
Soori Spa at Soori Bali
Banjar Dukuh, Desa Kelating, Kerambitan, Tabanan, Bali 82161, Indonesia; (+62) 811-3858-529
Nestled on the edge of Mount Batukaru and rice fields, Soori Bali is a secluded refuge that awakens the senses and rejuvenates the spirit. The sacred spirit of Bali comes alive at this exclusive seaside gem. Designed, owned, and operated by renowned architect Soo K. Chan, the resort promotes environmental and cultural sustainability. Crafted out of local materials, the resort is fully enmeshed with its lush locale, thanks to award-winning design firm SCDA.
All 48 of its villas feature private pools with sweeping vistas of the mountain or ocean, with a stretch of volcanic black sand beach. The elevated dining utilizes only the freshest ingredients from local farms and spices from the onsite garden. The hotel is ideal for those seeking spiritual and recreational delights.
The award-winning Soori Spa pays homage to Balinese wellness traditions and unsurpassed tranquility and luxury. Enveloped in soothing dark stone and golden candlelight, Soori Spa is a bespoke sanctuary of serenity one can only experience in Bali. Get pampered by a staff of professional practitioners including massage, fitness, acupressure, meditation, neurotherapy and longevity practiced using ancient and modern techniques.
After completing the hydrotherapy circuit which includes sensory showers, it’s time to treat yourself to their Balinese Beauty Ritual. Balinese Boreh is an ancient village remedy originating from the rice farmers of Bali. It has been handed down through generations and is recognized as a traditional medicine, believe to help warm the body, relieve aching joints and help treat skin problems.
Herbs of cloves, ginger, cinnamon, coriander seeds, rice, turmeric root and sandalwood create this powerful healing remedy. Treatment includes a 60-minute Balinese Massage, a traditional boreh scrub and mask, and ending with pressure point marma facial.
Spa Alila at Alila Ubud
Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Gianyar, Bali 80572, Indonesia; (+62) 361-975-963
Alila Ubud is a tranquil hillside retreat that offers sweeping views of the dense jungle canopy and alang-alang plantations of the surrounding valley. Floating on stilts over a ravine, the resort’s rooms and villas are a contemporary take on Ubud’s traditional thatched-roof houses.
The resort’s spa, Spa Alila, is a rainforest sanctuary where the curative power of nature is harmoniously intertwined with modern expressions of time-honored therapies. Each treatment is crafted with fresh, natural ingredients, drawing upon the wisdom of centuries-old practices to restore balance and rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit.
One treatment to try is the Rainforest Spa Experience, which takes place at the resort’s Bale Bengong at the edge of the rich green Ayung Valley. It immerses guests in the soothing atmosphere of the rainforest, serenaded by birdsong and the calming rush of the river.
Guests can choose from several treatment options including the Balinese Massage using ancient Balinese healing therapy, the Therapeutic Massage with a combination of therapeutic massage techniques, or Reflexology to unblock energy flow and promote the body’s natural healing from within.
The Healing Village Spa at Four Seasons Resort Jimbaran
Bay, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Bali 80361, Indonesia; (+62) 361-701010
Situated on a calm bay with three miles of uninterrupted beach, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay beckons guests to discover its exalted hospitality service. Dine seaside on delicious cuisine curated by master chefs with locally-sourced ingredients. Spend a languid day on the beach or charter a helicopter to G-Land for a day of prime surfing. Take part in an on-site culinary workshop and bring home the flavors of Bali, or spend an unforgettable afternoon at the Healing Village Spa for the ultimate in Balinese wellness.
The Healing Village Spa is an immersive sojourn into Balinese ritual and healing practices. Drawing on ancient tradition and modern techniques, the spa promises to heal and rejuvenate with acclaimed healers among the island’s natural surroundings and sounds of the forest.
Begin with a self-paced hammam experience in the Longevity Garden to steam and scrub the impurities away with pumice and a special nourishing soap. Emerge alive and revitalized and ready for your next service. You may wish to choose a service in the cutting-edge Illume Room. This one-of-a-kind therapy room is sealed from outside sources of light to maximize the powerful color therapy healing.
A heated quartz-sand bed made of crushed crystals combines with surround sound technology and seven alchemy crystal singing bowls to add to the high vibrations. Working on the body’s electromagnetic field, these powerful treatments stimulate inner healing responses while inviting every cell to thrive for true holistic harmony.
Perhaps you prefer a water ritual on the beach that includes yoga stretches and poses, a healing sound bath, breathing exercises, and soothing massage. A local priest will perform a final blessing and purification with holy water and sacred flowers.
A guest favorite is the Gemstone Joy Massage. Flowing with purpose and intent, long massage strokes combined with gemstone oils and their complementary massage stones to elevate the body’s energies: from grounding garnet at the feet to mind-relaxing amethyst. A crystal wand 12-point marma massage releases facial tension to facilitate an opening at the crown, before four energetically attuned gemstone oils—drizzled up and down the spine—are massaged into luxurious cohesion to balance vibrations throughout the body.
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Jody Miller is a freelance writer based in Los Angeles with a primary focus on beauty, spa, travel, fashion, and dining. She has a BA in Social Science and completed an accredited aesthetics program. Jody believes having this background gives her a unique insight and knowledge about beauty and skincare. She has been fascinated by travel and other cultures since she was a child, and savors every travel opportunity and experience.