Nottingham’s Top 10 Spas & Spa Therapists

The Profile

Aqua Sana Forest Spa Nottinghamshire occupies a woodland setting where nature-inspired design underpins every visit; the Sherwood Forest location is part of the Aqua Sana group and advertises up to twenty-five immersive spa experiences that aim to soothe the senses and create a distinctly forest-style ambience for a full day of relaxation.

The spa programme ranges from short Simply Spa options to full Forest Spa Days and overnight Forest Spa Breaks that include two full days of access; treatments feature brands such as ELEMIS and VOYA as well as sound and sensory therapy offerings, and the Vitalé Café Bar supplies light dining and refreshments during visits.

Aqua Sana also promotes newer immersive elements including a Forest Serenity Suite with a Gharieni Welnamis relaxation lounger and site-specific sound therapies, while booking options show morning, afternoon and evening time slots for shorter escapes; the location runs seasonal offers and encourages early booking for popular weekend overnight breaks.

Why It Made the List and Why It’s Our Top Pick

Aqua Sana tops this list for its combination of forest immersion and breadth of thermal and sensory experiences: the Sherwood Forest destination offers an unusually large menu of nature-led journeys, multi-day spa breaks with extended access, and signature sound and sensory treatments that together create a deliberately restorative weekend or single-day retreat.

Good to Know

Book well in advance for weekend stays and popular day packages; Simply Spa slots are published as morning or evening sessions (for example 10am to 3pm or 4pm to 9pm) and some packages include a Mediterranean mezze or refreshments from the Vitalé Café Bar.

The Profile

Eden Hall Day Spa sits in a country setting in Nottinghamshire and presents itself as an award-winning day retreat where outdoor facilities form part of the appeal; the spa garden includes an outdoor hydrotherapy pool, a toasty outdoor sauna and a fire pit seating area that together encourage an open-air, restorative approach to a spa visit.

Facilities at Eden Hall extend to an outdoor-indoor botanical brasserie for dining and a range of tailored treatments delivered with established brands such as ELEMIS and VOYA; the spa promotes spa days, twilight spa evenings and membership options, which reflect a focus on combining wellbeing treatments with relaxed country-house surroundings.

Why It Made the List

Eden Hall stands out for pairing traditional day-spa treatments with outdoor hydrotherapy and relaxed garden spaces, making it a compelling choice for guests who prioritise fresh-air facilities alongside recognised treatment brands and a country-house dining experience within Nottinghamshire.

Good to Know

Eden Hall runs spa days and twilight spa options and sells gift cards and e-vouchers from around £50; the outdoor hydrotherapy pool and garden facilities mean some packages are weather-sensitive, so check availability and package inclusions before booking.

The Profile

The Scented Garden Private Day Spa is a boutique, privately hired venue in the rural village of Orston, Nottinghamshire, that markets itself as a hidden gem for exclusive group visits; clients can book half-day or full-day packages and enjoy the privacy of exclusive use for small celebrations, hen parties or corporate team days.

Facilities highlighted on the Scented Garden site include an aromatherapy sauna and a hydrotherapy hot tub alongside a botanical treatment menu and event-focused packages; the spa emphasises group comfort, safety and a tailored, private experience that removes the usual communal layout found at larger day spas.

Why It Made the List

The defining feature at Scented Garden is private hire: guests book the whole spa for an exclusive experience so that small groups can enjoy treatments and facilities without sharing spaces with the public, a practical draw for those wanting privacy for celebrations or bespoke group wellness days.

Good to Know

Bookings are essential for private-hire days and the venue is suitable for small group events; confirm whether your chosen package includes the aromatherapy sauna or hydrotherapy hot tub when you reserve the space, as different packages provide different facility access.

The Profile

The Spa At Nottingham Belfry sits within the Nottingham Belfry hotel and presents a client-focused approach that emphasises personalised, restorative treatments; the venue aims to deliver polished, considered therapies that feel tailored rather than routine, supporting a calm and professional experience for hotel guests and local visitors alike.

Appointments at the spa are described as carefully managed from consultation to finish, with staff paying attention to suitability and comfort so that treatments wear well beyond the visit; the overall impression is of a hotel spa environment where consistency and practical outcomes matter alongside relaxation.

Why It Made the List

The Spa At Nottingham Belfry is notable for its position within a hotel setting combined with a measured, client-centred approach to treatment: the convenience of an on-site hotel spa married to personalised, restorative therapies makes it a reliable option for visitors wanting solid standards and easy access to spa services.

Good to Know

Being a hotel spa, it is convenient for overnight guests and suited to combining treatments with a stay; contact the Nottingham Belfry spa team before arrival to confirm package details, availability and any linked hotel offers that may affect treatment timing.

The Profile

Harmony Head Spa Notts promotes a wellbeing-led approach with a strong emphasis on thoughtful consultation and personalised treatment plans; clients report calm, attentive service where therapists take time to understand individual needs so that each appointment feels tailored and finishes in a way that suits everyday wearability.

The spa’s atmosphere is intentionally peaceful and professional, and the team’s attention to consistent outcomes is a recurring theme; bookings are organised so treatments feel unhurried and the focus is on restoring balance and delivering results that are both practical and restorative.

Why It Made the List

Harmony Head Spa Notts earns distinction through its combination of wellbeing emphasis and personalised care: the clinic-style attention to consultation and finish aims to make each treatment genuinely restorative rather than routine, which suits clients who prioritise tailored, repeatable wellbeing outcomes.

Good to Know

Treatments are consultation-driven and often scheduled individually to allow for a tailored approach; check opening times and book ahead to secure slots, as personalised sessions may require additional preparation or time allocations.

The Profile

Ragdale Hall Spa is positioned as an award-winning destination spa offering expansive thermal spaces, pools and fitness facilities where guests slip into robes and enjoy unrestricted access to the site’s wellbeing amenities; the venue promotes a sense of being at a dedicated retreat with plentiful spaces for quiet and restoration.

Spa breaks at Ragdale Hall bundle dining, treatments and peaceful areas with a broad treatment menu and curated wellbeing experiences; the spa operates a reservations and enquiries system with published contact numbers and opening hours that reflect its role as a full-service, multi-day getaway rather than a simple day venue.

Why It Made the List

Ragdale Hall’s principal strength lies in being a full-service destination spa: its combination of overnight spa breaks, unlimited access to thermal and pool facilities and a comprehensive treatment menu creates the conditions for a genuinely immersive, multi-day restorative stay that differs from a single-day visit.

Good to Know

Bookings and enquiries are handled through published numbers, for example Ragdale Hall reservations listed at 01664 433000 with separate contact points for general enquiries and treatments; check their listed opening and booking hours before travel to plan arrivals and treatments.

The Profile

Urban Escape sits within the Crowne Plaza Nottingham on Wollaton Street and is a compact city-centre hotel spa that combines treatment rooms with a gym, heated swimming pool, steam room, ice station and relaxation areas; the site is geared toward short escapes for city guests as well as regular members.

The spa offers a range of ESPA facials and rituals alongside bodywork and tailored packages, and it promotes membership options that give regular users access to live classes, the pool and other club facilities; opening times and membership benefits are published on the spa’s information pages to help plan visits.

Why It Made the List

Urban Escape’s defining merit is its combination of hotel convenience and club-style amenities: the presence of a heated pool, gym and membership structure alongside a focused treatment menu makes it particularly useful for guests who like to combine fitness and short restorative treatments in the city centre.

Good to Know

The spa publishes specific opening hours across the week (for example typical weekday and weekend slots) and lists a city-centre telephone contact; check the Crowne Plaza Urban Escape schedule for current opening times and any member-only access periods before booking a treatment.

The Profile

Spa at Ye Olde Bell sits just off the A1 on the border of three counties and positions itself as a luxury hotel spa offering an eleven-thermal journey. It was the first UK spa to offer the HaloIR breathe and detox treatment, is one of only three UK sites with a Stonebath steam room and includes a Snowstorm experience alongside defined relaxation spaces and an on-site Herb Garden Brasserie and terrace.

The venue pairs its thermal programme with overnight bedrooms and a range of spa days and spa-break packages designed for solo visitors, couples or groups. Some packages include treatments while others grant facility access only; robe, towel and flip-flop provision varies by package. The spa also runs dedicated family and tween spa sessions on selected Tuesdays during school holidays and promotes gift vouchers and seasonal offers.

Why It Made the List

Ye Olde Bell’s distinguishing feature is its concentration of specialist thermal technology: the combination of HaloIR breathe-and-detox treatment, a rare Stonebath steam room and a Snowstorm experience within an eleven-thermal circuit makes the spa notable for equipment-led, sensory journeys that sit alongside on-site dining and overnight options rather than simple treatment lists.

Good to Know

Family and tween spa days are scheduled on selected Tuesdays during school holidays; package inclusions vary (for example some include treatments and others facility-only) and the site’s dining and overnight bedroom options make multi-hour or overnight plans straightforward.

The Profile

CLIFFORD HEALTH CLUB & SPA presents itself as a combined health-club and treatment space where restorative therapies are delivered alongside fitness-focused amenities; the emphasis in published descriptions is on personalised service and considered appointments that prioritise client comfort and dependable results.

The club-style environment means treatments are planned with an eye to practical outcomes as well as relaxation, and the staff focus on suitability and finish so that clients leave feeling rebalanced; the venue’s appeal is its steady, reliable approach to wellness rather than one-off gimmicks.

Why It Made the List

Clifford’s notable characteristic is the integration of health-club facilities with spa therapies: members and visitors benefit from a fitness-aware setting where restorative treatments are coordinated to work alongside exercise and conditioning, offering a pragmatic route to long-term wellbeing.

Good to Know

Because it operates as a health club as well as a spa, access to some facilities may be governed by membership; contact the club in advance to confirm public treatment availability, membership options and any restrictions that affect bookings or facility use.

The Profile

Elephant Village Massage and Spa is based in Long Eaton and describes itself as a town-centre massage base offering an array of bodywork and facial services; the venue highlights Thai-style massages alongside a noted Japanese Head Spa that it promotes as a signature offering for relaxation and scalp wellbeing.

The spa lists a comprehensive price menu and treatment durations that include multiple massage formats, body scrubs, facial options and specialised head-spa packages with step-based routines; contact methods include phone numbers and WhatsApp for reservations and opening hours are published for daily visits.

Why It Made the List

Elephant Village is distinguished by its clear emphasis on Japanese Head Spa services together with a broad Thai and Western massage menu, a detailed published price list and readily available contact routes which makes it straightforward for local clients to plan specified-length treatments and book directly.

Good to Know

The spa publishes daily opening times and direct booking contacts, for example morning-to-evening hours and phone/WhatsApp numbers; reservations are encouraged via call or message and many signature packages list exact durations and prices on the website for easy pre-booking.