The desert’s rolling dunes this part of the world is renowned for, are represented in the curved ceiling in this exclusive health and wellbeing hub; the blue flooring is a nod to the Arabian Gulf. But it’s more than just the aesthetics that impress, the spa menu is brimming with Asian and Arabic-inspired treatments and there are separate men’s and women’s areas with pod-like relaxation spaces. Treatments are infused with 24-karat gold, which is so Dubai, and the team uses a combination of international brands including Subtle Energies and Aromatherapy Associates.
* The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai’s nine treatment rooms include three couple’s suites and a spacious VIP and hammam suite. Each comes equipped with its own en suite shower, changing area, and toilet.
* Spa journey begins with a relaxing cup of tea and a consultation in the beautiful reception lounge, so arrive early to soak it all in.
* Pick up a serene souvenir at the spa boutique. The retail space sells wellness and skincare products from renowned brands such as Aromatherapy Associates and UAE-based Hammamii.
* The Fitness Center and Movement Studio carries plenty of Technogym cardio and Outrace strength training equipment to suit any skill level, with trainers on hand if you need an extra push.
* Spoil yourself with a regal service inspired by the UAE’s desert bounty. The Royal Saffron treatment features an artisanal blend of 24-karat gold, saffron, and mogra jasmine to aid cellular regeneration and hormonal balance.
* If you’re feeling jetlagged, try the two-hour Oriental Harmony, where two therapists provide a warm scrub and massage to help spur physical and mental recovery.
* Facial offerings feature luxe ingredients, like 24-karat gold, and an array of international brands, such as Subtle Energies, Aromatherapy Associates, and Ling New York.
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai prides itself on its locally themed treatments. For a unique experience, opt for the Arabian-inspired Nomadic Sensory Journey, a two-hour service set to the rhythmic beats of a traditional doumbek drum.
* Choose from hammam treatments like the revitalizing Za’atar Detox, which uses Moroccan clay from the High Atlas Mountains to draw out impurities, or the Emirates Hammam, which employs local dates and camel milk to reduce signs of aging.
* Try one of the tailored programs that incorporates massage, meditation, and other therapeutic techniques to soothe you into bliss. If you have a bout of insomnia, Sleep Support Therapy provides 105 minutes of guided breathing, massage, and facial services designed to help ease you into slumber.
* Take a break from your phone with the Digital Wellness Escape (a Mandarin Oriental signature) to enjoy two hours of pampering for your head, eyes, neck, shoulders, hands, and feet to counteract the strains of everyday devices.
Elvira tips:
* Arrive early to make use of the thermal facilities, including vitality pools, steam, sauna, experience showers, and ice fountains.
* After your treatment, unwind with a cup of tea in the spa’s cocoon-like relaxation lounge.
