Pre-party pampering spa treatments and spa party destinations

Laugh with friends, celebrate the festive season, toast happy occasions and look and feel your best. Here are some of our favourite pre-party pampering spa treatments and spa party destinations.

Pre-party pampering spa treatments

Whether your idea of getting party ready is a celebrity-worthy tan, a non-surgical facelift, or total quiet before you celebrate the season with friends, here are some of our favourite spa treatments for pre-party pampering to help you feel your best.

Celebrity-style tanning at Away Spa, W London

From the GQ Award-winning artist, James Harknett, comes this luxurious 30-minute spray tan treatment. Harknett launched his service 10 years ago at the Away Spa, W London after perfecting his craft working with the some of the top tanning brands around the world. It gives you a uniquely tailored experience, selecting the perfect shade to suit your skin tone and any upcoming event.

Aromatherapy Massage by Neals Yard Remedies, Shangri-La The Shard - London

Working in partnership with Neal’s Yard Remedies, this personalised massage is taken sky high (literally), which gives it a whole new level of wow factor. Experience it in a spa suite with views of the city from the height of the clouds - it’s like being in another world. It’s a beautiful massage where consultants use a tailor-made blend of 100% organic Neal’s Yard Remedies essential oils so you feel the physical benefits of massage, but your senses are also awakened through the power of aromatherapy.

Gaiyoga lifting facial, Gaia Spa at Boringdon Hall

It’s exercise, but for your face, from Gaia Spa at Boringdon Hall. Featured in their Elysium Awakening Spa Break package, the unique, facial uses a stimulating workout for the face. It's a combination of advanced lifting massage techniques, lymphatic drainage and the power of nature this facial spa treatment increases muscle tone and volume so the skin becomes tauter with more definition and exceptional results. It's the perfect way to relax, unwind, and look your best for party season.

Japanese Head Spa treatment at The Abbey Hotel

Rapidly becoming a social media, the Japanese Head Spa treatment is being celebrated as the ultimate way to relax and unwind. For anyone who's really felt their mood dip as the autumn has set in, this is a supercharging wellness boost. Nourishing and cleansing for the scalp and hair, the Japanese Head Spa treatment is a bit like a facial for your scalp, helping to strengthen hair follicles, stimulate blood flow and reduce tension, and currently the only place to find it in the UK, is the Abbey Hotel in Worcestershire - get booking before everyone else does.

Kobido facial massage at One Spa London at The Circle Gym

Being heralded as the holistic alternative to a face lift, Kobido facial massage is another social media trend that's being celebrated as a relaxing, natural approach to anti-ageing. With many saying they see results after the first treatment, it's a little bit of magic that dates back to 15th-century Japan, combining gentle massage and acupressure to tone and firm the skin, reduce the tension that leads to lines and wrinkles, eliminate toxins from the lymphatic system, and create a much sought-after glow. For best results, have one every two weeks for a minimum of six treatments - get started now to feel your best over the holidays. The team at One Spa London at The Circle Gym can help you out.

Spa party destinations

Looking to party in spa style? From Madonna tribute nights to New Year's getaways, there's no party quite like a spa party, complete with pampering, spa treatments and celebrations with total feel-good factor. Perfect for groups of friends and colleagues looking for a seasonal get-together with a difference, here are a few favourites to get you in the mood.

Madonna Tribute Spa Break at East Sussex National Golf Resort and Spa

Party like the pop queen herself, heading to the expansive escapism of East Sussex National Golf Resort and Spa in the South Downs to be the ultimate material girl and get into the groove. Express yourself with a Rhassoul for two or a seaweed bathing ritual to share, and spend time in the spa facilities before cherishing a night of dinner and dance.

New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa

Be whoever you want to be at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa in Haslemere, starting 2025 as you mean to go on with their New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball spa break. Spend the day pampering in the spa, before dressing up for a four-course dinner. You will be greeted with a spiced cocktail, then dance until 1am - Masquerade masks and Christmas novelties included.

Two Night Christmas Break at Cricklade House Hotel and Fritillary Spa

Celebrate the festive season in style, with a Two Night Christmas Break at the beautiful Cricklade House Hotel and Fritillary Spa in the Cotswolds. The enchanting country house hotel is the perfect place to get into the festive spirit, and their pampering package has everything you need to feel extra special. The two-night retreat includes a two-course dinner on both nights, and a festive afternoon tea with a glass of Prosecco on the day of arrival. You also have a choice of either one 50-minute spa treatment or two 25-minute spa treatments during your stay, and of course use of their immaculate facilities.

Boxing Day Spa Break at Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa

Want to make the most of Twixmas? Head to Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa for a Boxing Day Spa Break not to be missed! Enjoy one night away from all the business of the season and let someone else look after you for a change. It comes complete with a complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability), time enjoying the leisure facilities, a robe, towel and slippers to snuggle up into, and a Carvery buffet lunch.