The Best Spas in and Around Wellington

Pamper yourself for the day at a great spa in Wellington
Pamper yourself for the day at a great spa in Wellington | Courtesy of East Day Spa
Thalita Alves

Everyone deserves a little treat every once in a while. You’ll be pleased to know that Wellington and its surrounding regions, will spoil all visitors seeking a bit of pampering. Sit back, relax and prepare to immerse yourself in some of the best spas you’ll find in this corner of New Zealand.

Spring Spa Wellington

Spring Spa Wellington resides at a heritage building right in the urban centre of the capital city. Its spa and beauty therapy menu is regularly updated to stay in touch with the latest trends and innovations. Whether you feel like a soothing facial or nail treatment, this dynamic location will deliver it all with Wellington flair and style.

East Day Spa

East Day Spa opened its doors in 2002 and has been taking good care of its loyal clientele ever since. The venue boasts seven different treatment rooms, with candles and healing aromas leaving a lasting impression. Its spa menu is inspired by Southeast Asian holistic medicine and covers all your beauty and pampering essentials.

Forme Day Spa

Another wellness retreat making its mark in a centrally based heritage building, Forme Day Spa in Wellington has been operating since 2009 and has five treatment rooms that are specially designed to offer a full VIP experience. Treatments include anti-ageing facials, light therapy, microdermabrasion, as well as various massage and beauty therapy options.

Le Mer Boutique Day Spa

Nestled in Pukerua Bay, a secluded location not too far away from Porirua, Le Mer Boutique Day Spa is a sanctuary for those wanting to temporarily escape bustling city life. The luxury spa treatments are inspired by ocean minerals and include an array of beauty care services for both men and women. They also work with a variety of internationally acclaimed brands, like OPI, Thalgo, and Ecoya.

Ataahua Day Spa

Pamper packages, massages, facials, hair care and manicures are among the diverse menu at Ataahua Day Spa in Wellington. The company recently relocated to a larger venue, to cater to its consistent influx of customers. Along with being a great place to splurge on a fancy beauty treat, they also do special promotions on a regular basis.

Changes Medi-Spa

If you’re wanting to venture outside of Wellington, this cosy spa in the Wairarapa region will soothe all your troubles away. This lush, award-winning, getaway comes with a diverse set of beauty treatments, various accommodation options, and a variety of spa packages that cater to solo visits, as well as party pampers.

My Day Spa

Tucked inside the tranquil natural grounds of Brentwood Manor, which is a heritage site in its own right, My Day Spa is a nice retreat for those not wanting to stray too far from the city. Their philosophy revolves around making each guest feel special, whether they’re visiting alone, with family or on a girl’s day out. Treatments also come with complimentary spa pool use, and a few other treats for guests to savour.

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