Sydney day spa offers: things to know before you go

Unwind and rediscover your inner peace with day spa treatments and get the best out of your experience with these answers to popular questions.

What's included in a spa package?

When you're browsing the day spa packages available, bear in mind that they're not all the same. If you're interested in a certain type of treatment, check the details first to make sure you're getting exactly what you want.

The type of treatments regularly included in spa packages are:

• Massages including head, full body, Swedish, deep tissue and hot stone.
• Facial treatments to help revitalise your skin's complexion and appearance.
• Foot rubs, scrubs and foot spas.
• Sports massages to help with a particular injury or ailment.

Access to swimming pools, sauna, steam room, hot and cold plunge pools are often included. Other day spa deals can cover specialist types of treatment, such as lymphatic drainage massage, which helps to purge toxins from the body.

Where are the best day spas in Sydney?

Sydney is blessed with some outstanding day spas, so rest assured, you'll be in safe, skilled and expert hands, wherever you choose.

• The Spa at Park Hyatt is one of the best-known in the city, located in a huge grand hotel. Its day spas are steeped in luxury and will certainly deliver a memorable experience.
• Endota day spa in Sydney's CBD is a well-established name in health and beauty, with numerous spas around Australia. There are a couple in the heart of the city, one at Martin Place and another at the Four Seasons, on George Street – where facilities include private saunas, steam rooms and a whirlpool.
• Sol spa vaucluse is another great day spa option if you're heading to the eastern suburbs side of the city and fancy a bit of pampering.
  

Some of the best affordable day spas don't exclusively belong to large chains and world-class hotels. There are some superb smaller day spas as Venustus Spa and Varda Spa in Sydney's CBD.

What are some good day spa ideas?

What makes a good spa day really comes down to what you want to get out of it. Sharing the experience with a friend or partner is a good idea and many affordable day spas are best suited for two people.

Choose a spa with a pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and a steam room to spend a few hours relaxing at your own pace. Then, move on to a full body massage to really chill you out. Many day spas in Sydney have twin tables, situated side-by-side, so that couples or friends can enjoy massages together. Round it all off with a glass of bubbly, a calming tea or snack – such as the Angourie Resort that includes a fruit and cheese platter.

How should I prepare for a day spa?

Attending a day spa doesn't need a lot of prep – it's designed to eliminate stress. There are a few tips to consider.

• Firstly, get a good night's sleep before the day so you're feeling relaxed and perky when you arrive.
• Think about your meals beforehand. If you're eating at the spa that's fine, but if you're having an afternoon session, only have a light lunch beforehand.
• Finally, drink plenty of water before and during to stay well hydrated. This is particularly important if you're going to be in a steam room or sauna, as the heat means you'll lose water from your body. Then just relax and enjoy.