Bali is known for many things: from tranquil blue waters and white, sandy beaches to the tropical weather and an exotic culture. But this beautiful Indonesian island is world-renowned for its wellness treatments, too. Its luxury spa resorts are world-class and designed to indulge jet setters. So, it’s hardly a surprise that Bali is attracting high-spending wellness travelers from all over the world.
Balinese spa massages and treatments are a must-try experience if you ever step into its shores for a holiday. And if you’re looking for some holistic pampering in this tropical paradise, the choices are many, from hot stone massages and aromatherapy to flower baths and reflexology. So, here’s our list of top spa retreats in Bali for luxury seekers.
Top Luxury Spa Retreats in Bali
1. Fivelements Retreat
This award-winning eco wellness retreat lies facing River Ayu, set amidst a serene, lush forest. But it’s not attracting travelers just for its picturesque setting: its holistic approach to traditional Balinese wellness that combines healing therapies, cuisine, and arts is second to none.
Panca Mahabhuta (five elements) Retreat is its signature program that’s designed to achieve a balance in the physical, emotional and spiritual elements. The 7-day retreat indulges guests in full-day programs for holistic wellness. They include daily yoga, energy healing, Balinese body care rituals, healing massages, jungle river walks, mindfulness, water healing sessions, and fire blessing rituals. Even meals consist of gourmet healing cuisine with plant-based dishes.
This signature program is also available for shorter stays with 3-day and 5-day retreats. But if you want to indulge further, Fivelements Retreats even has 10-day and 14-day sessions.
Price range: Approximately USD 610 per night
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
2. REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort
Located in the southern parts of Bali in the rainforest-covered hills of Nusa Dua, REVĪVŌ is one of the newer wellness resorts that combines modern luxury with traditional Balinese healing. It focuses on total relaxation and rejuvenation through physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
Before you make the booking, REVĪVŌ’s Wellness Coach will discuss your wellness goals to help design a more personalized program for you. You can also choose from 11 signature immersive retreats that start with 3-night stays. If you want to ignite the power of the mind, Press Reset retreat offers a host of targeted programs like mindfulness practices, Hatha yoga, meditation, and aromatherapy massages. The Couple Yoga Retreat is an excellent choice to unwind and reconnect with your partner with a series of relaxation and restorative sessions.
A healthy menu complements all retreats to create a nourishing balance of the mind, body, and soul. It may also include keto diets, water fasting, and juice cleansing, depending on the retreat you select.
Price range: Approximately USD 525 per night
TripAdvisor Rating: 5/5
3. Soori Spa
This award-winning spa has even won the title “Best Spa in Indonesia” at the World Spa Awards. Set near Mount Batukaru amidst stepped rice fields and a black volcanic beach, it’s the perfect destination for luxurious Balinese healing.
Soori Bali has a range of programs, from traditional massages and acupuncture treatments to neurotherapy and longevity procedures. There are even daily meditation classes and private yoga sessions.
Its menu includes a range of massages for you to indulge in, including Balinese, Thai, four hands, and abdominal chi massages, foot reflexology, as well as warm stone therapy. You can also experience hydrotherapy, herbal steam baths, Vichy showers, pressure point marma facials, and boreh scrubs that use traditional medicine. The options are many, so be sure to call them ahead and design a customized program for your stay.
Price range: Approximately USD 850 per night
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5
4. Goddess Retreats
This is an exclusive retreat for female travelers to connect with their inner self for an immersive wellness experience. The 7-day Bali Goddess retreat packages are ideal for groups of friends, mother-daughter duos, and even solo travelers looking to unwind in pure tropical luxury.
The program includes rejuvenating spa treatments, daily yoga sessions, guided meditations, and delicious healthy cuisine. And the Ayurvedic spa experiences will indulge you in holistic luxury using ancient holistic wisdom. They’ll take you on a rejuvenating journey with relaxing massages that use herbal oils and aromatherapy blends.
You can even design your own retreat with hand-picked activities like ancient sound healing at the Pyramids of Chi and a cleansing water ceremony with a Balinese healer. And don’t forget to explore local culture with a Balinese market tour and spoil yourself with the Goddess Bliss Spa Package.
Price range: Retreat packages start from USD 2,699
TripAdvisor Rating: 5/5
5. COMO Shambhala Estate
COMO Shambhala Estate is the ultimate luxury retreat for wellness travelers with its breathtaking location in the tropical rainforests north of Ubud in Bali. It combines restorative healing with stunning views, sophisticated accommodation, traditional architecture, and the best of Balinese hospitality.
From a chakra healer and aqua therapy expert to a dietician, nutritionist, and yoga teacher, COMO Shambhala Estate has a team of resident experts to guide you through your wellness journey during your stay. Wellness programs are custom-designed to treat specific areas using various therapies, culinary choices, and consultations.
The retreats can include Ayurvedic programs to restore balance and massage treatments for ultimate relaxation. You can also indulge in a range of baths, wraps, hydrotherapy treatments, healing facials, yoga, and Pilate. And if that’s not enough, book one of the COMO Shambhala experiences.
Price range: Approximately USD 445 per night
TripAdvisor Rating: 5/5
Featured image courtesy: COMO Shambhala Estate
(Last updated in June 2021)
