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These Day Spas In Sydney Are Perfect For Your Day Off

Treat yourself to a full day of relaxing at one of these day spas in Sydney. - by Rhys McKay
  • 19 Sep 2019
These Day Spas In Sydney Are Perfect For Your Day Off

You hustle throughout the week to pay your bills, put food on the table, and hopefully have a little left over for some luxuries. What better way to treat yourself than to head to a day spa for some quality pampering and relaxation?

Thankfully, there are tons of wellness centres and day spas in Sydney that offer just that: an opportunity to get away from the stress of modern life. For a guaranteed great experience, check out our list of the best spas in Sydney below! From cheap to luxury, there’s a day spa experience at every price point!

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What Is A Day Spa?

A day spa is a health and wellness-focused facility that provides beauty and personal care treatments. Day spas can offer a wide variety of services, such as facials, Thai massages, hair styling, manicures and pedicures, steam rooms, Korean baths, saunas, aromatherapy, waxing, and more.

Day spas have become increasingly popular because they are cheaper and more accessible than resort spas. It allows people of all backgrounds to get the rest and relaxation they need to unwind after a long workweek, without having to take extra time off or blow most of their savings. You can come in during your lunch break or day off to get your preferred treatment and you don’t have to shell out hundreds for a service.

Most day spas offer promotions and special packages. You can get couples massages, ‘sparty’ group deals, or get multiple services at a reduced rate. Whether you want quality alone time or a fun bonding activity with your friends or SO, day spas are a great choice.

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Are There Are Any Dangers To Going To A Day Spa?

While it is generally safe to go to a spa, there are some risks you must be aware of:

  • Common facilities such as steam rooms, mud baths, and hot tubs are potential hotbeds for disease transmission, especially if the facilities are not thoroughly cleaned between customers.
  • Staff at the day spa may not be properly trained to safely perform treatments. Even ‘low-risk’ services like mani-pedis can cause infections if the staff doesn’t do it right.
  • Some spa treatments claim to cure ailments, relieve symptoms, or ‘fix’ a body issue, but not all of those claims are backed by evidence. Some may even be actively harmful, especially if you are pregnant or have pre-existing health conditions.

You can mitigate these risks by only going to established, reputable day spas. Do your research, read reviews, and be vigilant – while this won’t protect you 100%, it will significantly increase the likelihood that you’ll have a positive experience.

The Best Day Spas In Sydney Near Me?

Endota Spa

Where: Multiple locations across Sydney (Castle Hill, Paddington, Warringah, etc.)

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, waxing, tanning, mani-pedis, spa packages, and more

Price range: $AUD 20 - $AUD 495

Check out Endota Spa here.

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RETREAT TO CALM AT CASTLE TOWERS | Come to endota spa Castle Towers to experience another proud example of why endota was awarded Australia's Best Beauty Brand. Explore an innovative treatment menu complete with high-performance facials and advanced skin treatments, at this newly opened spa location inside Castle Towers shopping centre. Experience the ultimate in skin rejuvenation at endota spa Castle Towers. #endota

Day Spa By Chuan

Where: Langham Hotel, Kent Street

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, mani-pedis, build your own spa packages, spa socialising, and more

Price range: $AUD 115 - $AUD 760

Check out the Day Spa by Chuan here.

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Book any treatment between the 26th-28th March and receive 15% off, with a complimentary glass of sparkling by the pool to finish. . . Bookings filling fast! To make your booking contact us below, or visit our website: ☎️: 02 8248 5250 ✉️: tlsyd.dayspa@langhamhotels.com *Offer is not available for packages*

Shambala Skin Spa

Where: Military Rd, Mosman

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, waxing, IPL, mani-pedis, spa packages, Reiki healing and guidance, and more

Price range: Available upon request

Check out Shambala Skin Spa here.

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Chi The Spa

Where: Shangri-La Hotel, The Rocks

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, hand and foot services, spa packages, hammam, and more

Price range: $AUD 95 - $AUD 595

Check out Chi the Spa here

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Alkaline Clinic

Where: Macleay St, Potts Point

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, endermologie, hydrotherapy, spa packages, and more

Price range: $AUD 25 - $AUD 399

Check out Alkaline Clinic here.

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Welcome to Alkaline's reception and waiting area - architecturally designed by #GeorgeLivissianis :: Alkaline spa and clinic is ready for all our lovely clients today from 10.30am xx 📷 @cedric.photography ✨r e l a x // r e j u v e n a t e // r e - b a l a n c e //✨

Amora Spa

Where: Amora Hotel, Jamison St

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, spa packages, and more

Price range: $AUD 75 - $AUD 390

Check out Amora Spa here.

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Did you know that massages can improve circulation and assist with the removal of toxins from your body? Check out the Amora Spa winter massage special and treat yourself today! #spa #massage #relax #unwind #circulation #health #lovesydney #amoraspa #amorajamisonsydney #winter

Alysium Spa

Where: Hilton Hotel, George St

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, hand and foot services, spa packages, and more

Price range: $AUD 25 - $AUD 519

Check out Alysium Spa here.

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A rare treat: an afternoon at one of my favourite day spas 😍 #alysium #Hilton #sydney #weekend

Trumps Spa

Where: InterContinental Hotel, Double Bay

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, waxing, tanning, spa packages, hammam, sauna, hair styling, and more

Price range: $AUD 15 - $AUD 800

Check out Trumps Spa here

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Varda Spa

Where: York St & Bondi

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, spa packages, and more

Price range: Available upon request

Check out Varda Spa here.

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Babylon Spa & Massage Parlour

Where: Market City

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, spa packages, and more

Price range: Available upon request

Check out Babylon Spa & Massage Parlour here.

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Zen Day Spa

Where: Macleay St, Potts Point

Services provided: Facial treatments, massages, waxing, spa packages, and more

Price range: $AUD 23 - $AUD 300

Check out Zen Day Spa here.

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Conclusion

Going to a day spa is a great way to reward yourself for working hard or achieving your goals, but you don’t need a reason to enjoy the relaxing, soothing, and transformative experience that a day spa provides. Best of all, these 11 Sydney day spas range from affordable to luxury, so that you can unwind no matter your budget.

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