Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel frequently asked questions

Who owns Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a modern and award-winning hotel on the coast of Essex. The hotel is owned by Thorpe Hall Leisure Ltd, a private group who have owned the hotel since 2011.

How do you get to Lifehouse spa & Hotel?

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a beautiful blend of modernity while still keeping its original features. If you are driving, there is onsite parking available, including electric charging ports. The closest train station is Thorpe-le-Soken, which is a five-minute drive or an 11-minute walk from the hotel. You can also pre-book the hotel's transfer service to and from the station for £5. The closest airports are Stansted and Southend, both of which are just over an hour's drive away.

What is included in a spa day at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

What is included in a spa day at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation rooms, experience showers and plunge pool. There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

What is near Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is located in the east of Essex near Clacton-on-sea. Being near the sea, the hotel is in the perfect location for exploring all the area has to offer. Nearby attractions include:

• Frinton-on-Sea
• Colchester for shopping, historic sites or the zoo
• Clacton-on-Sea
• Colchester Castle

When was Lifehouse Spa & Hotel built?

Sitting on the foundations of Thorpe Hall, the home of Lord and Lady Byng, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel dates back to the 19th century. The hotel is now a fusion of ultra-contemporary design combined with the original red brick houses. The hotel sits on 130 acres of gardens and was awarded a four-star status in 2023.

What amenities does Lifehouse Spa & Hotel have?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a four-star contemporary hotel on the coast of Essex. It has 89 rooms which showcase the best in bright and modern facilities. The dining experience is the Lifehouse’s restaurant and bar area which has been awarded two AA rosettes. The food offers health and indulgence in equal measure, complete with cocktails and desserts crafted by Executive Chef Ugo Simonelli. Choose elegant and authentic dishes with Italian-Mediterranean-inspired cuisine or indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea with an array of sandwiches, scones and pastries.

Spa facilities include a gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation rooms, experience showers and plunge pool. There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

Accessible facilities include:

• The thermal spa is on the ground floor.
• The spa shop is located on the ground floor.
• Accessible treatment rooms with hydraulic beds.
• Level access to the swimming pool.
• There is a wide changing cubicle for wheelchair users.
• There are gradual steps into the pool and the hydrotherapy pool and plunge pool have have steep steps.
• Lifts throughout the resort.
• An accessible double and twin bedroom.
• The restaurant is on the ground floor with level access.
• There is an emergency call system next to the bed.
• The fire alarm has a vibrating pillow pad and flashing lights.
• The (bedroom) TVs have subtitles.
• Some staff have disability awareness, BSL and Next Generation Text training.
• Glass doors and full-height windows have contrast markings.
• The walls and the doors have high colour contrast.
• The menu is in large print.
• There are accessible parking spaces.
• There are three lifts and you can get a lift to all floors.
• There is an accessible toilet opposite the restaurant.

What are the food and drink options at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

The dining experience is the Lifehouse’s restaurant and bar area which has been awarded two AA rosettes. The food offers health and indulgence in equal measure, complete with cocktails and desserts crafted by Executive Chef Ugo Simonelli. Choose elegant and authentic dishes with Italian-Mediterranean-inspired cuisine or indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea with an array of sandwiches, scones and pastries.

How many treatment rooms are there at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in and check-out at The Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is dependent on the package that you book. Check-in for packages with treatments included is 2pm while check-out is 12pm. Check-in for packages without treatments included is 3pm while check-out is 11am. The spa is open Sunday to Friday 6am until 9pm and Saturday it is open 6am until 10pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.