Five of the best spas and spa hotels near Oxford
If you need help finding the right spa in Oxford or the wider Oxfordshire region, we’ve selected five great options, each of which promise a day or stay to remember.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa: Set within 17 acres of peaceful grounds a few miles from the city centre, this modern Oxford spa hotel is a great base for your short break or a restful venue for your spa day escape. Facilities include a thermal suite and tennis courts.
- The Oxfordshire Golf Hotel & Spa: Located in Thame, within easy reach of central Oxford, this tranquil spa hotel is also an excellent choice if you want to explore the Chiltern Hills AONB. On-site amenities include an 18-hole championship golf course
- Bicester Hotel Golf & Spa: Another great spa hotel near Oxford with a golf course, this time located north of the city in Bicester, which boasts the Bicester Village shopping centre. The hotel offers some great facilities, including an outdoor hot-tub and spray tanning room.
- Bannatyne Health Club & Spa Banbury: Escape for a well-earned spa day at this popular Bannatyne venue located near Banbury to the north of Oxford. The spa offers a range of treatments, while the facilities include a state-of-the-art gym and an inviting 20-metre swimming pool.
- Minster Mill Hotel & Spa: Enjoy some relaxing downtime at this luxury spa in Oxford, which is housed in a lovely historic mill and set amid 65 acres of countryside in the pretty town of Witney. The spa hotel offers comfortable accommodation and the delightful Garden Spa, with facilities that include a plunge pool and Rasul mud chamber.
Five treatments to enjoy at an Oxford spa
Once you’ve found your ideal spa in Oxford, it’s time to talk treatments! Many of our spa packages include one or more treatments chosen by you from a menu of options. The choices will vary, depending on the spa day or spa break. However, here are a few great options you might have the opportunity to enjoy:
- Back, neck and shoulders massage: A traditional, lighter-touch spa massage that is wonderful for easing tight muscles and melting away built up tension.
- Body scrub: Also referred to as a body polish, this indulgent treatment uses a natural, gentle exfoliant to leave your skin soft and glowing, from head to toe.
- Head massage: One of the speciality massages offered at selected Oxford spas, this is a relaxing treat that is great for guests who are a bit anxious about undressing or having their body massaged.
- Spa manicure: A classic spa favourite, this is a luxurious treatment that pampers the hands and fingers, while leaving your nails and cuticles in tip-top shape.
- Tailored facial: There are lots of spa facials, each of which involve similar stages but differ in the choice of products used, in order to target different skin types and issues.
Things to see in Oxford
As well as great spas, Oxford and the wider Oxfordshire area have lots of things to see and do. Here are just a few highlights, so you can plan your perfect itinerary.
- Oxford Castle: Explore this medieval castle, parts of which were destroyed during the English Civil War, but which still features the original motte, St George's Tower and crypt.
- University Colleges: Take an organised or self-directed walking tour of the impressive university buildings that dominate the city and which feature some interesting museums.
- University of Oxford Botanic Garden: Enjoy a gentle stroll in the country’s oldest botanic garden, founded in 1621, which now boasts over 5,000 plant species.
- Cotswolds AONB: As noted above, parts of the beautiful Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are located within Oxfordshire, just a short drive from the city.
If we’ve inspired you to book some much-needed rest and relaxation at a spa in Oxford, browse our full range of venues and packages and book online today. We also have some great Oxfordshire spa deals, so you can save money on your next pampering escape.
