The start of September always feels like a fresh new start after the summer holidays, with that ‘back to school feeling’ giving us a hankering for sharpened pencils and a whole new set of highlighters. Adding to that refreshed energy and renewed perspective are new members of the Spabreaks.com spa family, perfect for weekends away, city spa days, and tranquil retreats.
A romantic retreat: The Roseate Villa Bath, Somerset
The Roseate Villa Bath is a boutique, five-star hotel in an enviable location in the city of Bath. Encompassing two converted Victorian houses, brimming with character and charm, it's beautifully designed, with 21 rooms and suites complete with smart gadgets, views across the seven-acre Henrietta Park just outside, and the Henrietta Bar & Restaurant offering intimate culinary experiences featuring cuisine prepared with the freshest, local produce.
The hotel does not have its own spa - instead, it has a partnership with the world-famous Thermae Bath Spa close by. Thermae Bath Spa is the best of traditional and contemporary spa experiences, based on the town's 8000-year tradition of healing waters. It offers a world of hydrotherapy, with natural thermal, mineral-rich waters and a host of thermal experiences, as well as 27 treatment rooms, and its own Springs Cafe Restaurant.
Spa highlights:
- Use of the world-famous Thermae Bath Spa based on the use of natural thermal, mineral-rich waters.
- A five-star hotel with exceptional views, style, and customer service.
- An enviable location just moments from the historic city centre.
Perfect for: Romantic spa breaks with an emphasis on luxury and wellness.
Countryside calm: Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa, Cumbria
Set within the breathtaking Borrowdale Valley in the northern Lake District, Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa is a luxurious lakeside retreat surrounded by dramatic fells and peaceful woodland. The hotel blends classic contemporary interiors with warm, welcoming hospitality.
Guests can dine at two standout restaurants — the relaxed Falls Brasserie and the multi award-winning Mizu, serving creative pan-Asian cuisine. With a state-of-the-art award-winning destination spa overlooking Derwentwater and the Catbells mountain range, it’s the perfect escape for indulgence, tranquillity, and scenic beauty.
Spa highlights:
- Incredible views of Derwentwater and Catbells from all areas of the hotel and spa.
- A spectacular 16-metre outdoor hydrotherapy infinity pool with neck massage jets, underwater loungers, and an overflow hot tub area.
- An extensive thermal suite with a laconium, aroma steam room, herbal sauna, salt steam room, ice fountain, drench showers and heated relaxation loungers.
- A four-person rasul for a traditional mud ritual.
Perfect for: Couples, as a place where you can slow down and reconnect.
Thermal healing: Aria Spa, Cheshire
In the heart of Cheshire, Aria Spa is a day spa sanctuary where modern wellness is reimagined with a touch of timeless sophistication. The experience is framed by an elegant thermal suite, with an aromatic steam room, Himalayan sauna, rooftop infinity pool, and fire and ice room.
There's also a pool to swim in, travelling from the indoor space to the open air, and a peaceful relaxation room. Therapies are a blend of time-honoured rituals, organic skincare, and results-driven treatments using the Gaia and SkinCeuticals brands. The experience is complete with an exquisite Pan-Asian-inspired restaurant, where culinary artistry meets flavourful fare.
Spa highlights:
- A beautiful thermal suite designed to nurture mind, body, and soul.
- Therapies ranging from targeted facials to deeply restorative massages, Reiki, reflexology, invigorating salt scrubs, dry cupping, and sculpting treatments.
- An on-site spa cafe serving Pan-Asian-inspired fare.
Perfect for: Self-care spa days, as well as quality time with a friend or loved one.
Relaxed style: Manor Hotel Solihull, Coventry
Set within the picturesque village of Meriden in the West Midlands, The Manor Hotel is a Georgian property turned family-owned hotel, where guests arrive to enjoy a relaxed and welcoming environment with something for everyone. Convivial style spans the array of rooms and suites, all the way through to the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse, Bar & Grill, offering affordable glamour, hearty fare, and popular cocktails.
While the hotel itself does not have spa and leisure facilities, guests have access to those at The Windmill Village Hotel, Golf Club and Spa close by. There you will find a pool, steam room, sauna, and whirlpool, as well as therapies using the acclaimed Germaine de Capuccini product line.
Spa highlights:
- A great location for exploring nearby attractions including Warwick Castle, Coombe Abbey Country Park, Kenilworth Castle, and Cadbury World.
- A family-friendly hotel with Family Rooms that are also great for groups.
- Germaine de Capuccini spa treatments.
Perfect for: group getaways