Relax, unwind and escape with our selection of spas in Colchester. There's a perfect spa experience for everyone.
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.
45 spas found
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.
- Glass of Prosecco on arrival - Robes, towels and flip flops provided - Full use of poolside facilities with a reserved lounger from 5:30pm-9:30pm
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.
- 40 minute total treatment time inclusive of the treatments below: - Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Scalp massage - £10 spa voucher, to be redeemed against products on the day and requires a minimum spend of £40 - Full use of the facilities from 9am
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.
- A choice of 1 x 40 minute treatment from: - Back and Scalp Massage - Introductory Facial - Heavenly Scalp Massage - Manicure - Hopi Ear Candling - Light refreshments - Robe, towel and slippers provided - Access to the spa facilities from 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm
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.
- A £20 allowance towards lunch in the restaurant - Robe, towel and slippers provided - Full use of the spa facilities between 9am and 6pm. A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked
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.
- 2-course bar lunch with a soft drink - Robe, towel and slippers provided (a refundable £10 cash deposit per robe) - 4 hours use of the leisure facilities
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.
- A choice of 2 x 30 minute treatments from: - ESPA Express Facial - ESPA Body Polish - ESPA Foot and Leg Treatment - Therapeutic Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage - Soothing Scalp Massage - Welcome ritual with warm towel, juice, macron - Sparkling Spa Afternoon Tea - Robe, towel and slippers provided - Use of the spa facilities
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.
- One night's bed and breakfast - £28 allowance towards dinner from the Evening Restaurant Menu (food only) - A choice of 1 x 30 minute treatment for the **1st guest** from: - 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 - 2 rounds of golf for the **2nd guest** - Robe, towel and slippers provided - 3 hours pre-booked use of the thermal suite for the **1st guest** - Full use of the leisure facilities both both guests *Please note on busy summer weekends, a two night minimum stay restriction may be in place.*
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.
- 40 minute total treatment time inclusive of the treatments below: - Elemis Pro-Glow Facial - Hand and Arm Massage - £10 spa voucher, to be redeemed against products on the day and requires a minimum spend of £40 - Full use of the facilities from 9am **Once a booking has been made for a Bannatyne venue, the booking will be placed on request for up to 72 hours. Please allow us/Bannatyne this time to process your booking. If you haven't heard from us in this time period please accept this as a confirmed booking.**
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.
- One night's bed and breakfast in a Standard Room - Complimentary creche use for 90 minutes - Use of the leisure facilities *_This package is Sunday - Thursday (excluding school holidays)_* *_Please note the prices are a from rate and may fluctuate_*
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.
- A choice of 1 x 35 minute treatment from: - Restful Ritual (Facial and Scalp Massage) - Wellness Ritual (Cleanse and Body Brush with Back Massage) - Sharing board for lunch in the Fox Lounge - Robe, towel and slippers provided - 2 hours use of the wet spa facilities
Newmarket, Suffolk Available as a gift
A luxury hotel spa in the historic town of Newmarket, Bedford Lodge Hotel has facilities that are made to be shared, from the rooftop hot tub to a mud rasul.
- Glass of Prosecco - Robe and towel provided, branded bag and slippers to take home - 2 hours use of the spa facilities between 11am and 3pm
Bulphan, Essex Available as a gift
A contemporary retreat in Essex, the Glass House Detox and Wellness Retreat is a country escape dedicated to plant-based nutrition, health and wellbeing.
- One night's dinner, bed and breakfast in a Premiere Glass House room - 25 minute Facial - Life Cube Cryotherapy Session - Full use of the facilities and classes *Other room types available - please enquire*