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Top 5 Spas and Resorts in South Africa
Its world cup time guys. So better pack your bags and come to South Africa. So here is our pick of top 5 resort spas in South Africa. We have done our selection of resorts from among the hundreds of choices available based on our stringent criteria which includes parameters like location of the resorts, infrastructure, uniqueness, services, eco-friendliness and customer feedbacks.
So here we present our pick of top 5 resorts spas in South Africa.Hope you all will agree with our selection.
1.One and Only Spa, CapeTown
One and Only spa, CapeTown is considered one of the most exotic destination spas in the whole of African continent. With its spectacular location in the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and its stunning views of Table Mountain, the resort is a destination unto itself. Discerning travelers and Capetownians alike are extended a warm welcome to dine on the celebrated cuisines of Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa and Gordon Ramsay, revel in the high energy vibe of Vista Bar and sample rare and undiscovered vintages at the stunning Wine Loft.
Marina Rise: The majestic stay
The resort’s seven-storey Marina Rise showcases 91 rooms and suites the largest in Cape Town each with its own private balcony offering uninhibited views of the picturesque harbor-side and iconic Table Mountain.
Island Rooms and Suites
Located on a secluded and lushly landscaped island surrounded by a waterway each of the 40 Island Suites feature a private balcony or terrace and waterway views. Services included in these accommodation:
24-hour personal butler service Fresh fruit, delivered daily Daily maid service and nightly turndown Pillow selection menu Aromatherapy turndown menu Bath menu Resort Info
Spa Name :One & Only Spa Cape Town Spa Type :Resort Spa Experience :Mountaineering,Safari & Wild life Country :South Africa Area :Table Mountain City :Cape Town,Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront,Cape Town 8001, South Africa Tel.: + 27 21 431 5888 Fax : + 27 21 431 5230 Website:www.capetown.oneandonlyresorts.com 2.Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, CapeTown
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is situated in one of the best locales a hotel can be, probably one of the bests in the entire world. On one side, a line of majestic mountains The Twelve Apostles reaches towards the heavens; on the other, the sun sets on breeching whales, playful dolphins, and crashing Atlantic rollers. And all around, you can walk the wilderness trails of the Table Mountain National Park. The whole experience can blow you out of your mind and take you to a new level of relaxation and enjoyment
Wellness and Recreational Activities
Hiking through the mountain trails, working out in our fitness room, learning to dive or finding serene peace in our Sanctuary Spa. There’s a heated infinity pool overlooking the ocean and a smaller secluded rock pool with mountain views. You can jog through park trails, settle into one of our many idyllic garden hammocks, swim or relax in the nearby golden beaches, play golf, go fishing, or explore ancient shipwrecks.
Spa Treatments: Sanctuary Spa
Aromatherapy Facial & Body Treatment Four Hands Massage Sweedish Massage Antistress Cure Hot Stone Therapies African Spcific Treatments Detox Treatments Body Treatments Specific cures : Slimming/anti-cellulite Oriental Treatments & Rituals Honeymoon Treatments & Rituals Resort Info
Spa Name : anctuary Spa Spa Type : Destination Spa Experience : Mountains,Sea and Landscape Country : South Africa Area : Cape Town City : Cape Town,Victoria Road Camps Bay,Cape Town Western Cape, South Africa. Tel: +27 21 437 9000 Fax: +27 21 437 9055 Website:www.12apostleshotel.com 3.Ulusaba Private Game Reserve, Mpumalanga Province
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is owned by Sir Richard Branson, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is the ultimate destination for spotting the Big Five’ jungle safari. Ulusaba is located in the western sector of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve bordering Kruger National Park. Here you can enjoy 13,500 hectares of unspoilt, game-rich Bush in near solitude. Experienced Trackers and Game Rangers will accompany you on game drives in open Land Rovers, tracking the Big Five’ and sharing with you their vast knowledge of the surrounding wildlife.
Facilities and Activities available
Daily game drives and a daily walk in the Bush with a Ranger and Tracker. Soak up sun by the swimming pool. Relax at the Aroma Boma Beauty Treatment Centres. Play tennis on a floodlit tennis court. Tune your muscles at fully equipped gyms. Visit the wine cellar at Safari Lodge for a spot of wine tasting. Cub’s Club for children. Enjoy the night by star gazing at our observatory. Helicopter trips and visit a local community Shopping at the Gift Shop at Safari Lodge. The Spa:Aroma Boma Beauty Treatments
Ulusaba has boutique Spas at both Rock and Safari Lodges called Aroma Bomas, offering a fabulous range of treatments to help you relax and unwind after the excitement of game drive.
Resort Info at a glance
Ulusaba Private Game Reserve,Mpumalanga Province,South Africa. Spa Name : Aroma Boma Spa Type : Destination Spa Experience : Forest,Safari Country : South Africa. Area : Mpumalanga Province City : Sabi Sand Game Reserve Address: Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Mpumalanga Province,South Africa. Tel: : 0800 056 343 (toll-free) or +27 (0) 11 325 4405 Web Site :www.ulusaba.virgin.com
4.Pezula Resort and Hotel, Knysna, Western Cape
Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa has set new standards of luxury and excellence since its opening in 2005. It has bagged lots of awards and accolades in this short span of time,the latest being 2009 Cond Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards Best Overseas Hotel Spa / 46th overall in the World Top 100 List.
The Pezula spa
At Pezula Spa,the intention is to amplify Nature’s gifts while using the very latest technologies to inspire a lasting beneficial effect on your body, mind and spirit. Pezula Spa Signature Treatments harness age-old remedies of nature and offer a unique fusion of therapies. Scrubs, wraps, massages, steam baths, milk baths and hydrotherapy are orchestrated to take you through a sensory experience that creates a feeling of total relaxation and serenity. Products used for signature treatments form part of the Maruwa collection, a uniquely African range of body treatment products incorporating ingredients and essential essences garnered from the indigenous fynbos of the Western Cape. The Medi-Spa facility features a comprehensive menu of specialist treatments for a variety of conditions including Dermal Fillers, Botox and Sclerotherapy offered by an experienced aesthetic medicine practitioner.
Spa facilities
Superbly equipped gym 12m heated indoor pool Outside Jacuzzi Sauna Steam room Rainforest shower Sun-bed Juice bar Hair studio Nail bar 9 secluded treatment rooms Medi spa Post-treatment room with heated massage waterbeds , one of its kind in Africa. Resort Info
Spa Name : Pezula Spa Spa Type : Destination Spa Experience :Landscape,River and Desert Country :South Africa Area :Garden Route City :Knysna,Lagoonview Drive, East Head, Knysna, South Africa 6570 Tel.: (+27 44) 302 3333 Fax: (+27 44) 302 3303 Web Site :www.pezularesorthotel.com
5.Karkloof Spa, Pietermaritzburg
Karkloof Spa boasts a luxury boutique lodge with 16 individually decorated villas, an expansive world-class Spa and 3500 hectares of bountiful terrain abundant with wildlife, offering you a variety of unforgettable experiences. Enhanced with the big heart of African sensibility and inspired by flowing water, Karkloof Spa will capture your senses as your stay unfolds.
Spa Facilities
17 Multi-Purpose Treatment Rooms Authentic Thai Sala Treatment Rooms Moroccan Flavoured Rassoul Kneipp Pools ( Hot and Cold ) Reflection Lounge – Stillness Lounge Floatation Pool Steam Room Sauna Combi Sauna Steam Room Open-air Jacuzzi In Door Roman Bath Greens & Teas Caf Hair Studio Glass Fronted Pedi & Manicure Lounge Resort Info
Spa Name : Karkloof Green Spa Spa Type : Destination Spa Experience : Eco Luxury Country : South Africa Area : KwaZulu Natal City : Pietermaritzburg ,P.O. Box 647, Msunduzi, 3231, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa Tel .: + 27 (33) 569 1321 Fax : + 27 (33) 569 1322 Web Site : www.karkloofspa.com
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