Clare
09 July 2025
The city of Bath is perhaps most famous for its natural hot springs, which made it a hotspot in centuries past for those looking for a healing, relaxing holiday. The city may have grown in culture and other attractions, but the baths remain at the heart of the city and one of the reasons that thousands flock there every year.
As a tourist visiting the wonderful city of Bath for the first time, there is one attraction that you absolutely can’t miss – the historic spa baths. However, there are also many other spa, bath and beauty facilities available in this mecca of health, well-being and healing, so which one to choose? Here’s your guide to the very best spas Bath has to offer – and why not book a stay in one of our holiday cottages in Bath for the ultimate relaxing weekend?
Thermae Bath Spa
Thermae Bath Spa is irrefutably one of Bath’s most famous and popular attractions, located as it is in the very heart of the city. You can relax in its warm, mineral-rich waters, plus enjoy incredible views across the city from the rooftop pool. The complex also has its own restaurant, the Springs Café, so you can enjoy refreshments in your bathrobe as part of your visit.
The elegant and state-of-the-art wellness suite encompasses a Roman steam room, a Georgian steam room, an infrared room, an ice chamber, a celestial relaxation room, and experience showers, offering numerous ways to rest and relax. There are also a range of bookable treatments, guaranteeing that you’ll leave feeling your very best self.
Good to know
- Location: The Hetling Pump Room, Hot Bath Street, Bath BA1 1SJ
- Price: 2-hour spa sessions from £42.50
- Try something new: Morning Aquasana class in the rooftop pool | 8am | £50
The Spa and Bath House at the Royal Crescent Hotel
Luxury is the name of the game at The Spa and Bath House at the Royal Crescent Hotel. If you’re wondering which is the best spa in Bath to whisk away a friend or loved one for a celebratory treat, you won’t be disappointed by the blissful offering here.
The calming atmosphere is created through the use of natural materials such as pebbles, bamboo, wood and slate, while the tempting treatments with TEMPLESPA products make an indulgent addition to a day in the spa. The relaxation spaces include a Himalayan salt-infused sauna, a steam room with eucalyptus and menthol aromas, not to mention the vitality pool with its massage jets and the 12-metre heated relaxation pool.
Good to know
- Location: The Royal Cresent, 16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS
- Price: Half-day spa day including 1-hour spa facilities use, 1-hour spa treatment and a 2-course lunch/afternoon tea from £195
- Try something new: TEMPLESPA Cashmere and Truffles Body Treatment | from £115
Homewood Bath
An attractive country house on the outskirts of the city, Homewood Bath offers the perfect paradise for a relaxing day out – a self-proclaimed ‘haven of happiness’. The heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub provide a tranquil spot to soak up some vitamin D, while the hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room ensure that all your senses are sated.
A vitality pool, outdoor sauna and experience showers are the latest additions to the spa’s collection of tempting attractions.
Browse the menu of rituals, facials and body treatments with products by GAIA and Bramley to transport you to a place of pure peace.
Good to know
- Location: Abbey Lane, Freshford, Bath BA2 7TB
- Price: Half-day spa day (includes lunch) from £119
- Try something new: GAIA Jade Facial | £95
The Spa at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Spa days at the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel are well-renowned as an ideal way to treat yourself to a little luxury while on a cottage break in the area. Morning, afternoon and full-day options are available, depending on the time you have and the amount of relaxation you require.
The five-star facilities, including a pool and thermal suite, will leave your mind and body utterly restored, while the ELEMIS treatments will take you to another level of repose.
Good to know
- Location: Sydney Rd, Bathwick, Bath BA2 6NS
- Price: Half-day spa day (not including treatments) from £65
- Try something new: Body Nectar Nourish Wrap | from £79
The Soul Spa
Arguably the best spa in Bath for combining spirituality with relaxation, The Soul Spa sits above the city’s healing springs and offers a mix of treatments and experiences. Try one of their sound baths, during which calming sounds emanate from an array of crystal bowls, designed to relax your body and release all tension.
Other options include a virtual reality spa session to immerse yourself in beautiful visual landscapes, relaxing sound frequencies and mindfulness. There are also breathwork sessions, massages and events – the ideal recipe for wellbeing.
Good to know
- Location: Hetling Court, Bath BA1 1SH
- Price: Sound Bath from £18
- Try something new: Dream Odyssey VR spa session | £15
Not forgetting… the Roman Baths
Whilst not a spa bath you can actually hop into yourself, The Roman Baths make for a fascinating visit. A beautifully preserved historical site located below street level, this is a unique chance to explore baths that were used by the ancient Romans for public bathing – even if you aren’t allowed to jump in the water yourself!
Good to know
- Location: Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LZ
- Price: Adult from £22.50, student/senior from £21.50, child from £15.50, family from £42
Map of spas in Bath
Find the best spas in Bath on our handy map.
Stay with us in Bath
After your spa day in Bath, continue the relaxation with a stay in one of our attractive Bath cottages or apartments. Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic escape, or a group of friends planning a spa weekend, you’ll find the ideal retreat amongst our collection of self-catering accommodation in Bath.
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