The best spas in Bali for blissful massages and treatments

Bodyworks Spa is a Bali icon, and if it hasn’t popped up on your Instagram feed yet, it’s only a matter of time. With its blush-pink walls and Moroccan-inspired arches, this stunning space feels like a slice of Marrakesh in Seminyak. It's no wonder the spa doubles as a popular spot for photoshoots and creative projects. But beyond the picture-perfect setting, Bodyworks is known for its range of indulgent treatments, from rejuvenating massages and facials to more modern therapies like an infrared sauna and ice bath experience.

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Treatment to try:  The 65-minute Exfoliation Massage (Rp 800,000), or Mandi Lulur, is a must. This traditional Javanese treatment uses a scrub made from turmeric, sandalwood, cinnamon, and rice powder to exfoliate the skin, followed by a soothing yoghurt application to balance your skin’s pH. The experience ends with a luxurious soak in a flower bath - pure bliss.

This boutique spa from New Zealand may be situated right in the heart of Canggu, but once you step inside, the serene vibe sweeps you away. With island beats playing softly, a fully stocked bar, and private treatment rooms tucked within a lush garden, it’s easy to see why it was named Indonesia’s Best Day Spa at the World Spa Awards. Their offerings also extend to other prime Bali locations, including Seminyak, Nusa Lembongan, and Uluwatu.

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Treatment to try: The Glow Getter facial (Rp 450,000) is a standout for those seeking radiant skin. Using the natural enzymes of raw vegetables and fruits, the treatment includes a pure papaya pulp mask to rejuvenate and brighten your complexion. Post-facial, you’re treated to a shot of Jamu, a traditional herbal tonic, to cleanse and enhance your glow from within.

Beauty is skin deep, and it rings ever so true at The Sacred River Spa. Located in Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan along the serene banks of the Ayung River, this holistic spa taps into the mystical energy of the river to provide a deeply restorative Balinese experience. Treatments here go beyond the surface, blending spiritual practices with therapeutic massage to bring you into alignment - body, mind, and soul. The goal is simple: to foster harmony within by tuning into the sacred rhythms of nature.

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Treatment to try: Frequent jetsetters will love the spa’s signature Muladhara treatment (Rp 4,000,000), designed to help you ground and recalibrate after constant travel. The treatment, inspired by Balinese spiritual traditions, promises to "root deeply in the Earth’s rhythms," as described on the spa's website. It’s all about balancing your Muladhara, or root chakra, to calm both body and mind.

Expect a deeply immersive experience that begins with a cleansing Kemenyan smoke ceremony. From there, you’ll be treated to soothing vibrations from singing bowls and tuning forks, bringing everything into harmony. The treatment also incorporates a sacred mantra, traditionally used by Balinese priests or priestesses, making it as much a spiritual ritual as a physical massage.

If you're chasing that perfect beach vacation glow, Glo Spa has you sorted.

With five locations across Bali - Sanur, Canggu, Echo Beach, Nusa Lembongan, and Seminyak - this trendy spa is a go-to for travellers looking for a mix of indulgence and essential grooming. Along with its signature massages and body treatments, Glo Spa offers an extensive range of beauty services, from manicures and pedicures to waxing, lash and brow tints, lash perms, and spray tans. It’s a true one-stop shop for all your vacation beauty needs. And yes, it's also where you can get that dreamy, sun-kissed balayage for mermaid hair.

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Treatment to try: You can’t go wrong with the Lime + Ginger Salt Glow (Rp 450,000). This treatment uses Bali's sea salt combined with lime and ginger extracts to exfoliate your skin while stress melts away. It’s followed by a relaxing full-body massage with an oil of your choice, leaving you with radiant, refreshed skin.

Picture this: you’re enjoying a relaxing massage with the soothing sound of waves in the background at an Ocean View spa. That’s exactly what you can expect at Senses Spa by La Joya Biu Biu, perched on a cliff's edge in Jimbaran. Offering a range of facial treatments and massages, all of which feature a nourishing base oil blend of sunflower, olive, soya, and virgin coconut oil.

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Treatment to try: Is there a better place to treat yourself to a romantic massage session with your special person? We didn’t think so. The Romantic Couple package (Rp 1,590,000) begins with a rejuvenating Senses Signature Massage designed to relieve stress and promote overall wellness, followed by a choice of body scrubs to improve circulation and purify the skin, leaving you both refreshed and glowing.

Tamiang Spa offers exceptional value without compromising on quality, making it one of the most affordable yet enriching spa experiences in Bali. With 60-minute massages starting at just Rp 100,000, this unassuming day spa embodies the essence of Ubud. Its treatment rooms, nestled among lush greenery with the soothing scent of incense wafting through the air, create a tranquil escape. The extensive menu features everything from massages and reflexology to healing treatments and facials, all performed with time-honoured techniques and enhanced by Sensatia Botanicals products.

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Treatment to try: Sometimes, simplicity is key. Opt for the 60-minute Full Body Massage (Rp 100,000), where skilled therapists use coconut-based oil to relieve tension, ease muscle pain, and restore overall balance - proving that luxury doesn’t always come with a hefty price tag.

Bio-hacking, the practice of optimising your body’s chemistry and physiology to boost energy and vitality, is more than just a wellness trend - it’s a movement. And there’s no better place to experience it than Karma Spa, a state-of-the-art bio-hacking space set against the backdrop of Bali’s breathtaking southern coast. With an infrared sauna, ice bath, ocean shower, and warm soaking pool, you’ll find yourself immersed in one of the most spectacular environments in the world to explore this cutting-edge therapy.

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Treatment to try: Experience the Fire + Ice Infrared Sauna and Ice Bath Immersion (Rp 650,000), a contrast therapy designed to elevate your mood and restore energy levels. Alternating between the warmth of the infrared sauna and the invigorating chill of the ice bath, complemented by an ocean shower and a warm pool soak, this treatment is as rejuvenating as it is revitalising.