Barcelona's Best Spas: Unwind in Style
Barcelona's Best Places to Relax and Get a Massage
If you need a breather from the busy urban life and want to pamper yourself, pay a visit to one of Barcelona’s best spas. After you’ve enjoyed the historic neighborhoods, iconic architecture, world-class museums, lively nightlife, and shopping districts, you’re going to want somewhere to relax in the Catalonian city.
Encompassing ancient and traditional methods, from Roman and Mayan times, to the latest in modern wellness trends, you can recharge your energy and unwind in style at Barcelona’s best spas.
1. AIRE Ancient Baths
A spa fit for Anthony and Cleopatra
Ideale per: Lusso, Storia
Located in a restored 18th-century warehouse near historic Born market, AIRE Ancient Baths pays tribute to Barcelona’s past with a thermal tour. Plunge into a variety of Roman-themed baths of different temperatures and names to soothe mind, body, and soul.
Start with a warm dip in the tepidarium, then switch to the frigidarium for a brisk cold and ice water experience. Follow this with a hot bath in the caldarium, then relax in the invigorating bubbling jets of the balneum, before winding down with steam in the vaporium and, finally, a relaxing float in the salt bath of the floatarium. For a holistic experience, try the popular spa packages, or bathe in wine, just like Cleopatra.
Posizione: Passeig de Picasso, 22, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Monday–Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm, Friday–Saturday from 10 am to 11 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefono: +34 932 20 44 18
AIRE Ancient Baths
2. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
A tranquil retreat away from the crowds
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso
With its esteemed location in the heart of the historic Golden Square on prestigious Passeig de Gràcia, the Spa at Mandarin Oriental is surrounded by treasures and Gaudí masterpieces. It even features a 5-star gem all of its own inside.
The Spa offers residents and visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of busy city life outside its walls. Here you can enjoy a host of world-class luxury wellness experiences, bespoke therapies, and signature treatments designed to capture the essence of the city, encompassing massages, skin care, traditional Chinese medicine, and a hair spa. There is also a fitness center and indoor swimming pool. For the ultimate relaxation, book a 1 or 2-day-long retreat.
Posizione: Pg. de Gràcia, 38-40, L’Eixample, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Daily from 10 am to 8 pm
Telefono: +34 931 51 88 88
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
3. Mayan Secret Spa at Hotel Claris
A step back in history to Mayan times
Ideale per: Lusso, Storia
At the Mayan Secret Spa at Hotel Claris, you can enjoy age-old Mayan rituals and wellness treatments while surrounded by historic relics and artifacts. This experience is designed to transport you from modern-day Barcelona back through the ages to a different time and place.
Indulge in historic and traditional Mayan massages, facials, and body treatments encompassing specialized rituals inspired by ancient Mayan healing practices including a rebirth ritual, hot stones, and luxurious gold, wine, and chocolate treatments. Before or after your treatments, travel through time with a visit to the on-site exhibition dedicated to Mayan culture, which features artifacts from the third to ninth centuries.
Posizione: Carrer de Pau Claris, 150, L’Eixample, 08009 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Daily from 10 am to 9 pm
Telefono: +34 934 45 25 85
Mayan Secret Spa at Hotel Claris
4. Arts Wellness at Hotel Arts
Relaxation with seafront views
Ideale per: Lusso, Foto
Enjoy world-class treatments with beachfront Mediterranean views in the luxurious Arts Wellness at Hotel Arts, one of Barcelona’s premier, and tallest, 5-star hotels.
Discover a world of tranquility in its fourth floor luxury wellness facilities, where you can sample signature treatments for a revitalizing experience. Indulge in rejuvenating beauty care or unwind with a variety of relaxing massages provided by expert therapists using luxurious cosmetic brands. To complete your wellness journey, work out in the on-site fitness center, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for guests, or swim laps in the outdoor swimming pool.
Posizione: Carrer de la Marina, 19, 21, Ciutat Vella, 08005 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Daily from 9 am to 10 pm
Telefono: +34 932 21 10 00
Arts Wellness at Hotel Arts
5. Spa Hammam Rituels D’Orient
A Middle Eastern favorite in the heart of the city
Ideale per: Lusso, Storia
In the Spa Hammam Rituels D’Orient, you can explore the historic experience of the traditional hammam steam bath, popular in Turkey and Morocco and be transported to the Middle East. This spa combines traditional treatments and massages with ancient, time-tested, and classic cleansing rituals in the heart of Barcelona.
A variety of packages are offered, all starting with a session in the hammam, and include a wealth of traditional body scrubs, including black soap, kessa gloves, aromatic oils, clay, and shea butter. Expert practitioners are on hand to carefully guide visitors through time-honored processes that have been passed down through history for generations. Experience total bliss with massages, facials, and body treatments, or try Eastern depilation.
Posizione: Carrer de Loreto, 50, Les Corts, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday from 11 am to 9 pm, Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm (closed on Mondays and Fridays)
Telefono: +34 934 19 14 72
Spa Hammam Rituels D'Orient
6. 1850 Urban Spa Barcelona
Cozy spa with local feel
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso, Budget
Vowing that luxury should not be unattainable, 1850 Urban Spa, a cozy basement gem in the Eixample neighborhood, aims to provide a top-quality service but at competitive prices.
Its philosophy sees it offering more than 50 treatments, including massages, facials, and exfoliation treatments, with an emphasis on providing value for money in a peaceful urban oasis, away from Barcelona’s tourist crowds. Its small scale and limited capacity help guests enjoy a personalized service in a boutique setting complete with a jacuzzi, sauna, and steam bath. If you’re traveling with your partner, book one of the packages designed to provide the best in pampering and relaxation for couples.
Posizione: Carrer de la Diputació, 75, L’Eixample, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Thursday–Monday from 11 am to 8 pm (closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
Telefono: +34 930 16 05 66
1850 Urban Spa Barcelona
7. Despacio Spa at The One
A variety of mod cons in an outstanding location
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso
Located in the striking One Barcelona hotel, the contemporary Despacio Spa wellness center combines modern design with comprehensive spa services in the city center. The facility offers a full range of treatments from therapeutic massages to beauty services and personalized treatments, all delivered by trained professionals using top-of-the-line products.
The sleek, minimalist design and gentle lighting create a calming environment where guests can escape urban stress. State-of-the-art equipment and innovative treatment methods ensure a premium spa experience, whether you want to relax in the pool, wallow in the Finnish sauna, enjoy a hot stone ritual, or take on an invigorating or relaxing massage.
Posizione: Carrer de Provença, 277, L’Eixample, 08037 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Daily from 11 am to 9 pm
Telefono: +34 932 14 20 65
Despacio Spa at The One
8. Ambrosia Spa
Me-time with the locals
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso
Just a short walk from the busy shops and spectacular architecture of Passeig de Gràcia, Ambrosia Spa is a peaceful retreat away from the busy tourist-filled streets. Popular with locals, it’s built a loyal clientele with its friendly service and welcoming community atmosphere.
Recharge in this refuge of peace, which specializes in professional massage therapy and comprehensive beauty treatments, offered by an experienced and welcoming team of qualified masseuses and beauty therapists. Services include facials, individual and couples’ massages, and a range of rituals which include the luxuriously appointed Silk Skin Ritual, Rose Ritual, and Delice D’Orange Ritual. If you’re in Barcelona celebrating a special occasion, don’t miss the special treatments, such as rituals for expectant moms and brides-to-be.
Posizione: Passatge de Domingo, 9, L’Eixample, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday from noon to 9 pm, Monday and Friday from 11 am to 9 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 9 pm
Telefono: +34 628 31 73 20
Ambrosia Spa
9. Bali Spirit
Bringing Bali to Barcelona
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso
The Indonesian-inspired wellness center Bali Spirit offers holistic healing experiences via specialized treatments and therapeutic approaches, and techniques passed down through generations.
You’ll get the feeling you’re not in Barcelona anymore once you walk through the doors and are enveloped in the calming atmosphere of its candlelit and soothing, incense-infused rooms. Amongst its array of massages and relaxing spa rituals, it offers specialized services for couples, bridal parties, and even babies. Enjoy your transformational journey in the hands of expert practitioners trained in ancient Indonesian methods that address mind, body, and spirit using time-tested island healing wisdom.
Posizione: Carrer d’Aribau, 59, L’Eixample, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Monday–Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefono: +34 934 51 70 85
Bali Spirit
10. Le Patio Spa
Relaxing and therapeutic massages
Ideale per: Coppie, Lusso
Le Patio Spa is a tranquil urban sanctuary tucked away in the heart of Eixample, offering a lush, garden-inspired escape from the city’s bustle. Its interiors blend natural wood, soft lighting, and greenery to create a calming, bohemian atmosphere. The spa specializes in hydrotherapy, private hammam rituals, and luxury facials using premium products like Natura Bissé, making it a favorite among locals seeking personalized wellness.
The attentive service and intimate setting make for a relaxing couple’s spa date or solo retreat. The spa’s signature experiences include aromatic steam treatments and deep tissue massages tailored to individual needs. The spa is easily accessible by metro or on foot from central Barcelona. Reserve your visit in advance, especially on weekends.
Posizione: Carrer del Comte d’Urgell, 107, L’Eixample, 08011 Barcelona, Spain
Orario di apertura: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 8 pm, Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm.
Telefono: +34 613 04 30 53
Le Patio Spa
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