Six Senses is harmonizing ancient and modern therapies, providing guests with optimal health through a blend of traditional thermal treatments and contemporary wellness techniques. This unique approach emphasizes the power of cryotherapy and thermotherapy, offering experiences like ice baths, Roman baths, steam rooms, and saunas. These treatments work together to reduce muscle tension, relieve pain and stress, enhance the immune system, promote detoxification, and improve mental clarity and mood.
Six Senses stands out as one of the few hotel brands globally that provide both hot and cold therapy options at almost all of their locations. Anna Bjurstam, Six Senses Wellness Pioneer, shares, “Through my journey, I’ve discovered that the path to longevity is enriched by the powerful interplay of hot and cold thermal therapies. By embracing hormesis, we can harness the benefits of controlled stressors to enhance our body’s resilience and vitality. This biological phenomenon, where low doses of stress stimulate beneficial responses, is key to improving health and longevity. I believe that when we share these transformative experiences as a community, we not only improve our individual health but also strengthen our collective well-being.”
The Ancient Wisdom of Baths from Rome to Japan
Experience the Roman bathing circuit at Six Senses Spa Rome, designed to harmonize mind and body. This reimagined circuit includes a Laconicum, Caldarium, Tepidarium, and Frigidarium, which work together to reduce inflammation and promote healing by alternating between heat and cold. Ice fountains and showers between stations awaken the senses and allow the body to strengthen its immune system without straining circulation. In Kyoto, Six Senses Spa offers traditional Onsen-like hot baths, a cold plunge, sauna, and steam facilities for guests and visitors. These hot baths relieve muscle tension and pain, enhance circulation, and encourage relaxation and deeper sleep. The calming effect of an intricate vertical rock wall outside the baths helps unwind the mind.
Stimulate the Five Senses with the Sauna Meisters in Switzerland
At Six Senses Spa Crans-Montana, experience a unique sauna ritual known as Aufguss, where skilled Sauna Meisters blend music, storytelling, temperature variations, aromas, and dance. The spa features a Finnish Sauna, a Rock Sauna inspired by the granite peaks, a Bio Salt Sauna with Himalayan salt bricks for detoxification and improved focus, and an Infrared Sauna to ease joint pain and boost cardiovascular health. The cold plunge and ice fountain enhance circulation, oxygen uptake, and skin exfoliation.
From Infrared to Igloo with a Portuguese Forest Backdrop
In Portugal, Six Senses Spa Douro Valley offers serene relaxation against a backdrop of rolling hills and vineyards. The Vitality Suite includes a Himalayan Salt Sauna, an Herbal Therapy Sauna, a classic Panoramic Sauna with forest views, an Infrared Sauna, and hot steam for a deep cleanse. Guests can cool down with a cold bucket shower, ice session at the Igloo, or a Cryotherapy bath. The pool features color and aqua sound therapy to further relaxation.
Experiential Rains, Crystal Steams, and Sea Air in Turkey
At Six Senses Spa Kaplankaya, the hydrotherapy circuit includes a Finnish Sauna and a Salted Grotto with heated Himalayan rock salt benches that emit “sea air” to alleviate respiratory ailments and support the immune, nervous, and lymphatic systems. Foot Therapy Basins provide hot and cold water massages to stimulate reflexology points. The aromatic Crystal Steam Room rejuvenates body and mind. Experiential rain showers with light and sound effects enhance relaxation and mental clarity. The circuit is completed with a hydrotherapy pool and an invigorating Igloo.
Beneath the Surface of the Alps’ Icy Heart
Six Senses Residences Courchevel offers an extraordinary underwater experience beneath the frozen ice of Lac du Praz, in partnership with Courchevel Aventure. This adventure includes all necessary equipment and assistance, ensuring a safe and supported dive. Many initially anxious divers find their worries subside once their breathing stabilizes underwater. Afterward, guests can enjoy a warm drink in a cozy chalet before returning to explore more outdoor adventures or relax in the spa at Six Senses Residences Courchevel.
Six Senses, part of IHG’s rapidly expanding Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, continues to offer extraordinary wellness experiences, exploring the extremities of temperature and everything in between.
