Maggie Tulliver
As one Bali's finest holiday hubs Jimbaran is also home to some of the island's best spa facilities. From luxurious spa resorts to private establishments here are Jimbaran's top 5 spas for visitors.
Often regarded as the most coveted and popular asset of InterContinental Bali Resort, Spa Uluwatu is a one of a kind establishment on the holiday isle that goes beyond the ordinary spa facility. Contained within a luxury hotel Bali ranks among its top accommodation providers, Spa Uluwatu aims to pamper the mind and the spirit as well as the body with its approach to healing. Using Asian beauty and wellness rituals the spa treatments available at the venue are gender centric with each package geared to serve every patron individually. Surrounded by ocean vistas, the spas motto of 'health by the water' is achieved through a comprehensive spa menu that takes place in both outdoor and indoor treatment spaces.
With outlets located in Kuta and Nusa Dua the Jimbaran instalment of Sekar Jagat Spa Bali is no less impressive than its counterparts elsewhere in Bali. As a locally run spa the independent treatment centre is deemed among the best places on the island to experience traditional Balinese spa therapies at affordable rates. The brainchild of local entrepreneur Ibu Indrii the venue employs conventional healing methods in its approach to massage, beauty treatments and other therapies which are performed using herbal concoctions from local plant life. Using floral essences and well-known herbs the spa menu at Sekar Jagat Spa Bali includes cream baths, body Lulur and flower baths as well as traditional Balinese healing rituals and massages.
Another favourite traditional spa space in Jimbaran is of course the decidedly elegant Adi Spa. Often regarded as the best spa for a day to de-stress and enjoy invigorating therapies in groups or as an individual the facility is located in one of the most tranquil areas of Jimbaran. Using ancient Asian healing and beauty techniques, Adi Spa is perhaps best known for The Grand Adi Original Facial and the Javanese body scrubs and cream baths using traditional elements. Whether one is in for a full day of treatments or simply stopping by for a facial and foot massage, the experienced staff at Adi will surprise the senses with their traditional therapies and leave one rejuvenated from within.
Conveniently located in Jimbaran, the Bamboo Spa by L'OCCITANE is less than 20 minutes away from the resort havens of Nusa Dua and Kuta. Housing five therapy rooms for treating patrons individually the venue also provides nine double treatment spaces geared towards couples and groups. A relaxation lounge and a foot reflexology area is also part of Bamboo Spa by L'OCCITANE which also houses a sauna. Some of the most popular items on the spa menu include the coveted Verbena Bamboo Therapy which is reputed to relieve stress and tension through improved blood circulation.
Renowned for its holistic therapies and personalized services, the Karma Spa is another well-regarded spa facility with a considerable following among tourists vacationing in Jimbaran. Some of the establishment's most talked about packages include weekend detox sessions with yoga while oxygen facials and family spa packages are equally popular among seasoned patrons. Ideal for a girl's day out the spa is also known for its manicure and pedicure experiences.
