Mud baths have been cleansing and healing practices for thousands of years, introduced to different cultures around the world with their own variations, but largely operating on the same theme.
Today we associate them with luxury spa experiences, and they can be a wonderful way to prepare for an another therapy such as a massage, as well as being a spa treatment in their own right.
Also referred to as rasul mud treatments or rhassouls, mud bath spa experiences vary but operate on similar principles. Essentially they are dedicated, private steam rooms. You are given pots of spa mud to apply to your face and body, or you can help your partner apply them as well. As part of the treatment, sometimes the spa will suggest applying a scrub to your skin first, sometimes they recommend it after the mud. Some mud can be applied to the hair, but you don’t have to get your hair muddy if you prefer not too. You then relax in the steam room with the mud on to let it work its magic, detoxing, softening and nourishing the skin.
Generally experienced as self-administered therapies, mud baths and mud rasuls are perfect for people who want to try spa therapies but are not keen on being touched by a therapist. However, they’re also perfect for sharing with friends as well as partners (depending on the size of the steam chamber). As a result, they are great for group spa breaks and hen parties, as well as making ideal couple’s spa treatment for time together and feel good factor.
65 spas found
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Ledsham, Cheshire Available as a gift
Just a short drive from charming Chester and its racecourse, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel is a restful escape and part of a nationwide collection known for its hospitality.
- Parking
- Gym
- Ice Room / Fountain
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
Save up to 30% offOne Night Simply Escape Hotel Break
- One night bed and breakfast - Use of the spa facilities *Special group offers available for 10 or more people*
East Sussex National Golf Resort and Spa
Uckfield, East Sussex Available as a gift
Spacious and contemporary, with beautiful views of the South Downs, East Sussex National Golf Resort and Spa offers gentle relaxation and creates the time to catch up with friends.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
Simply Escape Hotel Break
- One night bed and breakfast in a Classic Room - Use of the relaxation room - Access to extensive grounds *Upgrade to a Club Room £20 per room per night - subject to availability*
Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa
Castleton, Rochdale Available as a gift
A hop, skip and a jump from the city, Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa invites you to enjoy casual relaxation where everyone who visits, from families to groups of friends, can unwind.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Bar
Twilight Mud Rasul Experience
- 60 minute Mud Rasul spa treatment per person - Refreshments included - Use of the facilities from 5pm - 10pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided
The Bridge Hotel & Spa
Wetherby, Yorkshire Available as a gift
Cloaked in history, The Bridge Hotel & Spa is best known for its healing iron infused waters, discovered in the 16th century, but its contemporary additions also make it a sanctuary of relaxation.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Ice Room / Fountain
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
- Pet Friendly
Up to £20 off • Spring Seasonal OfferBoost That Body Into Spring
- 20 minute Massage Chair Experience per person - Fruit kebab and a glass of fizz - 3 hours use of the spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided
Rena Spa at The Midland
Manchester, Greater Manchester Available as a gift
An exceptional adult-only hotel and spa, The Spa At The Midland is a five star experience from the hotel to the unique and seductive array of subterranean spa experiences.
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Relax Room
- Salon
Rasul Spa Day
- 50 minute Mud Rasul Experience for two - Light lunch (Monday to Sunday) **or** afternoon tea (Wednesday to Sunday) - Glass of Champagne - £10 off products bought in the spa (£35 minimum spend) **Please Note:** *This package does not include use of the Relaxation Room.*
Celtic Manor
Newport, South Wales Available as a gift
Famed for its golf courses, Celtic Manor does everything to world-leading standards. So much so that couples, families and friends all enjoy the magic and indulgence of its many attributes.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Bar
Tea Time, Me Time
- Afternoon Tea in The Olive Tree Garden Room - 90 minutes use of the spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided
WAVE Spa and Wellness at Crowne Plaza Gerrards Cross
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire Available as a gift
Easy to get to, but with the ability to make you feel a million miles away, there’s a seductive charm to WAVE Spa and Wellness, as well as a wide array of spa experiences.
- Heated Loungers
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Restaurant
- Bar
Muddy Spa Day for Two
- 45 minute Mud Rasul Experience for two (self spa treatment) - Afternoon Tea - Use of spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided
The Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village
Preston, Lancashire Available as a gift
Ribby Hall Village is a five star retreat including a dedicated, adult-only Spa Hotel. A haven of luxury and relaxation, it’s complete with an array of things to do and a beautiful spa garden.
- Heated Loungers
- Parking
- Gym
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Tennis
Evening Aqua Thermal Journey Experience
- 2 hours use of the spa facilities - Arrival times from 5pm, 5.30pm or 6pm. - Robe and towel provided *Please note - Please bring your own suitable footwear for use around the Spa and Aqua Thermal Journey . Unbranded, grey or white flip-flops are available to purchase at an additional cost of £3.00*
Doubletree by Hilton Chester Hotel
Chester, Cheshire Available as a gift
Landscaped gardens and historic manor house hotel add a sense of tranquility and occasion to Doubletree by Hilton Chester Hotel, while the space makes it perfect for group spa breaks.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
Twilight Retreat Evening Package
- Choice of one 25 minute spa treatment per person - Use of the spa facilities from 5pm - 9pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Spa treatment choices:** - Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Elemis Pro-Glow Renewal Mini Facial - Pevonia Essential Express Facial
Fistral Beach Hotel & Spa
Newquay, Cornwall Available as a gift
Perched on a clifftop with unending views of the sea, Fistral Beach Hotel & Spa is modern and romantic on the one hand, with a spirit for surfing and sandy adventures on the other.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Beach
- Restaurant
- Bar
Energize Spa Day
- Choice of one 45 minute spa treatment per person - Lunch in the Bay Bar with sharing boards - Full use of the spa facilities from 10am - 2pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Spa treatment choices:** - GAIA Salt and Oil Scrub - GAIA Indian Head Massage - GAIA Hot Stone Massage (Back, Neck & Shoulder) - Naturally GAIA Facial *Arrival time of 10am, Departure at 2pm.* *Please note: This package is Monday-Thursday only.*
Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa
Whitchurch, Shropshire Available as a gift
The perfect destination for groups of friends, Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa has a beautiful new spa with plenty of space, while overnight guests wake to views of the golf course.
- Parking
- Gym
- Relax Room
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Pet Friendly
My Rest and Reset Spa Day
- Lunch - Use of the spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided *Special group offers available for 10 or more people*
Gomersal Park Hotel and Dream Spa
Gomersal, West Yorkshire Available as a gift
Surrounded by parkland, Gomersal Park Hotel and Dream Spa is a modern spa with the space to visit with friends, and a VIP Suite that’s perfect for romantic retreats.
- Heated Loungers
- Parking
- Gym
- Restaurant
Fire and Ice Experience Half Day
- Fire and Ice Experience - Welcome refreshments - Use of the spa facilities between 10am - 2pm **or** 3pm - 8pm (2.30pm - 6.30pm on Sundays) - Robe, towel and slippers provided