Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
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United Kingdom England East Essex

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

from £94
per person
8.2 Very Good 99 customer reviews
Safe Hands For Cancer Accredited

Whatever the occasion for being at Lifehouse, you will feel a sense of serenity in this lovely spa hotel, which specialises in spa breaks with a holistic approach that includes healthy food, rejuvenate treatments and naturopathic therapies. Every spa stay includes accommodation, bed and breakfast and access to the gorgeous heritage listed gardens, as well as use of all the spa facilities. Spa therapies include everything from pampering facials to energy healing and myotherapy along with consultations on detoxing and weight loss.

Spa and hotel facilities

  • Pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam Room
  • Hydrotherapy Pool
  • Relax Room
  • Experience Showers
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7 packages found based on your criteria.

Best Friends Break

1 night 1 meal
  • One night bed and breakfast
  • Glass of Prosecco on arrival
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided

Stay 2 nights or more and receive a free bottle of Prosecco and a room upgrade subject to availability

A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked

Groups of maximum 6 people on Saturdays

10% off pre-booked dinner (food only)
from £108 per person

Exclusive Bed and Breakfast

1 night 1 meal
  • One night bed and breakfast
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on the day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided
from £119 per person

Wave Touch Spa Break

1 night 2 meals 1 treatment
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast
  • 20 minute Dry Wave Massage Experience on the Wellsystem Dry Water Massage Bed per person
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on the day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided

Meal: 3 course dinner

A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked
from £146 per person

One Night LOVE Life

1 night 2 meals 1 treatment
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast
  • Choice of one 25 minute spa treatment per person
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on the day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided

Meal: 3 course dinner

Spa treatment choices:

  • Grown Alchemist Express Massage
  • Grown Alchemist Express Facial

A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked

Groups of maximum 6 people on Saturdays
from £172 per person

Pamper and Prosecco Spa Break

1 night 2 meals 1 treatment
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast
  • Choice of one 50 minute spa treatment per person
  • Glass of sparkling Prosecco
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on the day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided

Meal: 3 course dinner

Spa treatment choices:

  • Grown Alchemist Signature Massage
  • Grown Alchemist Signature Facial

A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked Mum to be - spa treatment can be swapped for a Prenatal Massage

Groups of maximum 6 people on Saturdays
from £203 per person

Deluxe Spa Break

1 night 2 meals 1 treatment
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast
  • Choice of one 55 minute spa treatment per person
  • Use of the spa facilities from 10am on the day of arrival
  • Robe, towel and slippers provided

Meal: 3 course dinner with glass of wine

Spa treatment choices:

  • Hot Stone or Aromatherapy Deep Tissue Massage
  • Frangipani Body Nectar Nourishing Wrap

A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked
from £243 per person

Touch Therapy Wellness Retreat

2 nights 4 meals 1 treatment

This package can only be booked by calling 0800 043 6600

A wellness spa break designed to be safe and restorative for anyone to enjoy, including anyone who either has cancer or has recently undergone spa treatment for it. The two night spa break includes accommodation, dinner, bed and breakfast, a welcome juice as well as hot water and lemon to drink. It starts with a welcome wellness session, you can take part in the fitness classes available in the spa, use the spa facilities and will be given flip flops and a bag to use. You will also enjoy a 55 minute Made for Life Deeply Relaxing Touch Therapy spa treatment, which is a deeply relaxing spa treatment of slow, soothing movements tailored to your needs. It’s ideal for inducing deep relaxation, soothing stress, tension and some common symptoms of cancer, Parkinson’s Disease and neurological problems. Check in is from 2pm on the day of arrival and check out is 12pm with use of the spa facilities from 10am on day of arrival until 6pm on the day of departure. A time slot for the thermal facilities will need to be pre-booked

This break is also available for single occupancy from £628 per person

Suitable for clients who are suffering with or recovering from cancer and may be experiencing the effects of chemotherapy or radiotherapy
from £468 per person

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This spa has earned Safe Hands for Cancer accreditation for completing adequate training, which has been approved by SATCC.

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Why people visit here

  • Scenic Location
    The hotel boasts 12 acres of listed wild gardens with a heritage that includes visits from the likes of Rudyard Kipling, Churchill and JM Barrie.
  • Accessible Spa
    Facilities include four bedrooms with disabled access and adapted bathrooms; vibrating pillows for guests with hearing problems in case of emergency; accessible changing areas in spa, and adjustable treatment beds.
  • Health Spa Venue
    It is hard to separate the four-star hotel and Five Bubble spa – they have all been designed with user friendly cohesion in mind.
  • Adults Only
    Ideal for couples, the spa also includes a Hidden Sanctuary which has a private pool, dual treatment room, and a sleep pod for two. This is an over-18s only venue, perfect for a grown-up getaway. Lifehouse do not accept bookings for Hen and Stag Parties. In the Restaurant, tables of more than 6 people are subject to availability and must be pre authorised by the hotel.

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel frequently asked questions

Who owns Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a modern and award-winning hotel on the coast of Essex. The hotel is owned by Thorpe Hall Leisure Ltd, a private group who have owned the hotel since 2011.

How do you get to Lifehouse spa & Hotel?

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a beautiful blend of modernity while still keeping its original features. If you are driving, there is onsite parking available, including electric charging ports. The closest train station is Thorpe-le-Soken, which is a five-minute drive or an 11-minute walk from the hotel. You can also pre-book the hotel's transfer service to and from the station for £5. The closest airports are Stansted and Southend, both of which are just over an hour's drive away.

What is included in a spa day at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

What is included in a spa day at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation rooms, experience showers and plunge pool. There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

What is near Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is located in the east of Essex near Clacton-on-sea. Being near the sea, the hotel is in the perfect location for exploring all the area has to offer. Nearby attractions include:

  • Frinton-on-Sea
  • Colchester for shopping, historic sites or the zoo
  • Clacton-on-Sea
  • Colchester Castle
When was Lifehouse Spa & Hotel built?

Sitting on the foundations of Thorpe Hall, the home of Lord and Lady Byng, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel dates back to the 19th century. The hotel is now a fusion of ultra-contemporary design combined with the original red brick houses. The hotel sits on 130 acres of gardens and was awarded a four-star status in 2023.

What amenities does Lifehouse Spa & Hotel have?

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is a four-star contemporary hotel on the coast of Essex. It has 89 rooms which showcase the best in bright and modern facilities. The dining experience is the Lifehouse’s restaurant and bar area which has been awarded two AA rosettes. The food offers health and indulgence in equal measure, complete with cocktails and desserts crafted by Executive Chef Ugo Simonelli. Choose elegant and authentic dishes with Italian-Mediterranean-inspired cuisine or indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea with an array of sandwiches, scones and pastries.

Spa facilities include a gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation rooms, experience showers and plunge pool. There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

Accessible facilities include:

  • The thermal spa is on the ground floor.
  • The spa shop is located on the ground floor.
  • Accessible treatment rooms with hydraulic beds.
  • Level access to the swimming pool.
  • There is a wide changing cubicle for wheelchair users.
  • There are gradual steps into the pool and the hydrotherapy pool and plunge pool have have steep steps.
  • Lifts throughout the resort.
  • An accessible double and twin bedroom.
  • The restaurant is on the ground floor with level access.
  • There is an emergency call system next to the bed.
  • The fire alarm has a vibrating pillow pad and flashing lights.
  • The (bedroom) TVs have subtitles.
  • Some staff have disability awareness, BSL and Next Generation Text training.
  • Glass doors and full-height windows have contrast markings.
  • The walls and the doors have high colour contrast.
  • The menu is in large print.
  • There are accessible parking spaces.
  • There are three lifts and you can get a lift to all floors.
  • There is an accessible toilet opposite the restaurant.
What are the food and drink options at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

The dining experience is the Lifehouse’s restaurant and bar area which has been awarded two AA rosettes. The food offers health and indulgence in equal measure, complete with cocktails and desserts crafted by Executive Chef Ugo Simonelli. Choose elegant and authentic dishes with Italian-Mediterranean-inspired cuisine or indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea with an array of sandwiches, scones and pastries.

How many treatment rooms are there at Lifehouse Spa & Hotel?

There are 28 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis, Clarins, Grown Alchemist, Made for Life, Temple Spa and OPI products across a range of massages and facials as well as reflexology, shiatsu, reiki and consultations on nutrition, detox and weight loss.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in and check-out at The Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is dependent on the package that you book. Check-in for packages with treatments included is 2pm while check-out is 12pm. Check-in for packages without treatments included is 3pm while check-out is 11am. The spa is open Sunday to Friday 6am until 9pm and Saturday it is open 6am until 10pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.

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