This historic Essex town was the country’s first city and the former capital of Roman Britain. Today it offers beauty, history and plenty of things to see and do on a spa day or break, retaining its appeal for more than 2,000 years.
Colchester is known for having many of the oldest claims to fame in the UK. It’s the oldest recorded city, has the oldest town walls in Britain (built by the Romans in AD 60), is home to the oldest church (remains) dating to AD 320, and, more peculiarly, it’s home to the oldest hot cross bun in the world, baked 207 years ago.
Just over an hour away from London by train, these historic details are enough to draw many visitors, but if ancient hot cross buns aren’t your thing then there’s plenty of other attractions. The 11th century Colchester Castle is something to behold, while the Firstsight visual arts gallery brings you a whole different form of architecture and design.
You can explore the remains of a Roman theatre in the area known as the Dutch Quarter or visit the Georgian Hollytrees Museum to discover 300 years of fashion and decorative arts. Families love Colchester Zoo or a stroll in Highwoods Country Park, and the town itself offers plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants to explore.
Spa hotels and day spas in Colchester give you ample opportunity to unwind. Stoke by Nayland Hotel is contemporary and relaxed, while Bannatyne Kingsford Park is perfect for a spa day before an evening out. For those looking for a total wellness retreat, Lifehouse Spa and Hotel is just over 30 minutes from Colchester centre and is a firm favourite for rest, relaxation and pampering.
12 spas found
Stoke by Nayland Hotel
Colchester, Essex Available as a gift
Muralled walls set the scene for indulgence, while spa experiences such as the mud rasul give you the opportunity to really relax and enjoy quality time at Stoke by Nayland Hotel.
- Parking
- Gym
- Pool
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
Twilight Spa
- Glass of Prosecco on arrival - Use of spa facilities with a reserved lounger from 5:30pm - 9:30pm - Robes, towels and flip flops provided
Bannatyne Kingsford Park - Colchester
Colchester, Essex Available as a gift
Part of the nationwide brand, Bannatyne Kingsford Park is a day spa that makes a wellbeing treat easy with leisure facilities for the whole family but a spa area that’s just for adults.
- Heated Loungers
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Restaurant
Up to 61% off • Easter Seasonal Offer - Complimentary Divine Eye MaskPampering Treat
- 30 minute Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage per person - Divine Eye Mask to take home - Full use of the facilities from 9am
Five Lakes Resort
Tolleshunt Knights, Essex Available as a gift
The vast array of facilities at Five Lakes Resort makes it an absolute favourite for group spa breaks whether it’s celebrating special occasions or simply catching up on quality time together.
- Parking
- Gym
- Relax Room
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
Pick Me Up Half Day Spa
- Choice of one 40 minute spa treatment per person - Light refreshments - Access to the spa facilities from 9am - 1pm **or** 1pm - 5pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Spa treatment choices:** - Back and Scalp Massage - Introductory Facial - Heavenly Scalp Massage - Hopi Ear Candling
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex Available as a gift
A contemporary spa where you can indulge in cocktails or total wellbeing, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is at once romantic and perfect for friends. Most of all though, it’s for you.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
- Bar
Up to £52.50 off • Spring Seasonal OfferAfternoon Tea Spa Day
- Classic Afternoon Tea - Use of the spa facilities - £5 off product purchases in the retail area - Robe, towel and slippers provided *Add on a 25 minute Grown Alchemist Facial for £46 - please contact the venue to add this on.* *Please note: The venue is **not** able to offer Vegan Afternoon Tea*
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
Ipswich, Suffolk Available as a gift
The Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel is a relaxed environment that helps you to work out and wind down, whether you’re visiting on a work trip, staying while you explore the area or popping in for a little R&R.
- Parking
- Gym
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Bar
A Blissful Retreat
- 2 course bar lunch with a soft drink - 4 hours use of the facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided *Please note a refundable £10 cash deposit is required per robe*
Retreat East
Suffolk, East Anglia Available as a gift
In the idyllic Suffolk countryside, Retreat East is a sustainable retreat where 'the Good Life' meets modern hospitality on a former dairy farm.
- Parking
- Gym
- Relax Room
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
- Pet Friendly
Renewal Spa Day Retreat
- Choice of one 60 minute spa treatment per person - 2 course lunch with a glass of Prosecco - 1 hour use of the hot tub and 1 hour use of the spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Spa treatment choices:** - Muscle Melt Massage - Five Element Aroma Massage - Five Element Aroma Facial - Pregnancy Massage - Retreat Gel Manicure - Retreat Gel Pedicure
Seckford Hall Hotel and Spa
Suffolk, East Available as a gift
Elizabethan splendour greets you at Seckford Hall, a 520 year old property where the spa is in a rustic barn-style building with charm, warmth, grandeur and style.
- Parking
- Ice Room / Fountain
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Coffee Shop
- Bar
Twilight Spa Experience
- Sharing platter - Use of the spa facilities between 4pm - 8pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided
Ufford Park Woodbridge
Woodbridge, Suffolk Available as a gift
Taking advantage of the location is part of the joy of Ufford Park Woodbridge. From a jog in the grounds to spa treatments and the thermal suite, it makes it easy to unwind and reset.
- Parking
- Gym
- Pool
- Golf
- Restaurant
- Pet Friendly
One Night Golf and Spa Break
- One night dinner, bed and breakfast - Choice of one 30 minute spa treatment for the **1st guest** - 2 rounds of golf for the **2nd guest** - 3 hours pre-booked use of the thermal suite for the **1st guest** - Use of the spa facilities both **both guests** - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Meal:** £28 allowance per person towards dinner from the Evening Restaurant Menu (food only) **Spa treatment choices:** - Drift Away Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Rocks of the Mediterranean Hot Stone Massage - Power Breakfast Facial - Reshape and Paint with Gel or normal polish - Outer Glow Full Body Scrub *Please note on busy summer weekends, a two night minimum stay restriction may be in place.*
Bannatyne Spa Bury St Edmunds
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Available as a gift
In a historic red brick building surrounded by woodland, Bannatyne Spa Bury St Edmunds is a day spa where you can enjoy time to yourself or with friends.
- Heated Loungers
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Restaurant
Up to 61% off • Easter Seasonal Offer - Complimentary Divine Eye MaskPampering Treat
- 30 minute Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage per person - Divine Eye Mask to take home - Full use of the facilities from 9am
The Ickworth
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Available as a gift
A luxury family destination, The Ickworth fuses classic and contemporary style, bringing together an adult sanctuary in the spa as well as joyful surroundings that are made to be shared.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Pet Friendly
- Bar
Half Day Pamper
- Choice of one 25 minute spa treatment per person - Cream Tea - Half day use of the facilities between 10am - 2pm **or** 2pm - 6pm - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Spa treatment choices:** - Bespoke Bramley Hands on Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Bespoke Bramley Hands on Neck, Shoulder and Scalp Massage - Ishga Express Facial - Ishga Salt & Oil Scrub
NuSpa - Stansted
Stansted, Essex Available as a gift
An ultra contemporary health club set within the Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport, NUSPA Stansted offers total escapism and the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit before jetting off, or to extend the feel-good-factor of your vacation for a few extra hours.
- Gym
- Relax Room
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Bar
Spa Access Pass
- 3 hours use of the facilities - 20% off any treatments pre booked - Robe and towel provided
Down Hall Hotel & Spa
Hatfield Heath, Essex Available as a gift
A historic hotel that’s full of character, combined with a luxury boutique spa, Down Hall Hotel & Spa is where afternoon tea is a must, and you always feel like royalty.
- Parking
- Dual Treatment
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Pet Friendly
- Bar
Midweek Pamper
- One night dinner, bed and breakfast - 25 minute Massage per person - 2 hours use of the spa facilities - Robe, towel and slippers provided **Meal:** £30 allowance towards dinner per person