Indulging in a spa date can be the perfect way to unwind and reconnect with your loved one or treat yourself to some much-needed relaxation. We’ve rounded up the top five luxurious spa experiences around Halifax for the ultimate self-care date.
Whether you choose to indulge in a relaxing massage, unwind in a sauna or try out Nordic-inspired practices, these spas are sure to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Spirit Urban Spa
This is Halifax’s top facial destination! With two convenient locations in downtown Halifax, Spirit Urban Spa promises to give you a calming environment to enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation with soothing spa treatments. Choose from their extensive menu of spa packages or pick and choose your favourite services to indulge in whether you’re looking for a solo date or a relaxing couples day.
Two Locations:
- Spirit Spa Downtown, 5150 Salter Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Spirit Spa Hydrostone, 5540 Kaye Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Interlude Spa
Interlude, by definition means “a short intervening period or pause, often within a longer activity or event, providing a temporary break or transition,” which is exactly what Interlude Spas offer! Expect a relaxing escape from the outside world where you can unwind and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
They specialize in full and half day relaxation packages as well as upgrades such as whirlpools, saunas and steam rooms to elevate your experience further.
Two Locations:
- Interlude Spa Halifax, 1715 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Interlude Spa Dartmouth, 58 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
The Floatation Centre
The Floatation Centre offers an experience unlike any other. Here, you can enjoy floatation therapy, massage therapy, infrared sauna and more holistic and spiritual practices in an inclusive space where all bodies are welcome. Floatation therapy is a practice used by many: yogis, athletes, chronic pain sufferers – Everyone and anyone seeking serenity, relief and relaxation.
Each tank contains 400 kilograms of Epsom salts dissolved into 25 centimetres of skin-temperature water as they focus on breath work, meditation or practicing mantras.
Location: 2631 King Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Riverbed Wellness Salon & Spa
Riverbed Wellness Salon & Spa believes in reconnecting you with the body, mind, and soul through physical and mental rejuvenation. Escape life’s stressors with a wide range of soothing treatment options in a peaceful environment that allows you to truly unwind.
Enjoy a customized facial or body treatment, or relax in Riverbed’s Wellness Room which includes healing modalities such as infrared sauna, aromatherapy bar, massage chair and more to give you the opportunity for some much needed self care.
Location: 3301 Highway 2, Fall River Road, Nova Scotia
Oceanstone Resort & Hydrothermal Spa
Experience a Scandinavian-inspired retreat, just a short drive from the city by immersing yourself in the rejuvenating Hydrothermal Journey at Oceanstone Spa. Elevate relaxation by immersing yourself into Nordic-inspired traditions including Warm Vitality Pools, North Atlantic Plunge Pool, Kneippe River Walk, Salt-Inhalation Hammam, Aromatherapy Sauna and more, all well soaking in beautiful Nova Scotia landscapes.
Location: 8650 Peggy’s Cove Road, Indian Harbour, Nova Scotia
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