6 Most Relaxing Spas in Cambridge (by a Local!)
LOOKING FOR THE BEST SPAS IN CAMBRIDGE?
Then you’re in the right place because I live in Cambridge and I’ve got you covered.
Nobody wants to waste time or money on a lacklustre experience, right?
And that’s why it’s crucial to choose wisely, and who better to guide you than a local with insider knowledge? I’ve spent many a leisurely afternoon in Cambridge’s spa sanctuaries, searching for the finest among them (my favourite kind of research!).
We all know that a truly great spa can make a world of difference and is such a great way to reconnect with your friends or loved ones, or even just with yourself. You don’t want an average day out, you want an extraordinary escape.
So, let’s skip the guesswork. In this article, I’ll unveil the cream of the crop – the best spas in Cambridge and spa hotels in Cambridge that will exceed your expectations. Stick around, because by the end of this guide, you’ll be ready to book your blissful retreat with confidence.
Get ready to be pampered, friends, because Cambridge’s spa scene is about to blow you away. Let the journey to relaxation begin!
What are the Best Spas in Cambridge?
Gresham House
✔ Best Spa Hotel in Cambridge
✔ High end hotel and afternoon tea available
Qi Spa
✔ Best Luxury Spa in Cambridge
✔ Huge variety of treatments
Cambridge Country Club
✔ Best Day Spa in Cambridge
✔ Large pool
1. Gresham House
✅ Best Spa Hotel in Cambridge
⭐️ Rating: 5/5 | 💷 Cost: ££££ | 🏩 Book Now!
Gresham House is set in an exquisitely preserved Victorian villa tucked away in the heart of Cambridge’s conservation area.
Attached to the excellent Gonville Hotel, one of the poshest hotels in Cambridge – you’ll often see their classic cars parked outside that you can book for a ride round town.
They have a day spa experience with a wide range of treatments, from massage to pre-natal and wellness therapies set in an oasis of calm, where you can relax away from the buzz of city life while still being in the heart of the city.
What do past customers say?
– Connor (see more reviews)
Couples room was wonderful and we loved that we could pick the scent of our body oil. Overall, 10/10. We cannot wait to come again.
If you want afternoon tea or a meal after your spa day, then they have a glass-walled conservatory when you can dine with views across Parker’s Piece, although I recommend their large bell tent in the garden if the weather is warm, which I enjoyed much more than being sat inside.
They also have real luxury rooms, so you can make a day of it.
📍Gonville Pl, Cambridge CB1 1LY
2. Qi Spa at David Lloyd
✅ Best Luxury Spa Cambridge
⭐️ Rating: 5/5 | 💷 Cost: £££ | 🏩 Book Now!
If you’re looking for real luxury and a wide range of massages from hot stones to bamboo massages, then the Qi Spa in the David Lloyd health club is the one for you.
It’s located outside of the town centre and doesn’t look like much from the outside, but it’s lovely inside, with very highly trained staff who will really look after you.
What do past customers say?
– Jav (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
The massage itself was heaven! The facilities are amazing, especially the heated table and quality oils.
There’s plenty of parking, which makes this more suitable for those coming into Cambridge for a day spa experience. If you want a hotel room or food after your spa, then Gresham House is better.
📍David Lloyd Cambridge, Coldham’s Business Park, Coldhams Ln, Cambridge
3. Cambridge Country Club Spa
✅ Best Day Spa in Cambridge
⭐️ Rating: 4.5/5 | 💷 Cost: £££££ | 🏩 Book Now!
Set in a countryside location about ten to fifteen minutes drive outside of Cambridge city centre, Cambridge Country Club has probably the largest range of facilities of any spa in the area, which is one of the reasons they won Best Day Spa in Western Europe and Scandinavia in 2022 at the Good Spa Awards.
There’s a full-sized pool with sauna and whirlpool, and you can have a range of treatments from a Himalayan salt spa experience to the usual range of Elemis treatments and massages.
What do past customers say?
– Jeniya (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
The Spa was very clean, beautiful and the atmosphere was pleasant. I highly recommend this place.
Prices are steeper than other nearby spas, but you really do get what you pay for.
You can also add on afternoon tea and rooms to make a full weekend spa experience.
📍Toft Rd, Bourn, Cambridge CB23 2TT
4. Riverside Spa at Quy Mill
✅ Best Quiet, Out of Town Spa
⭐️ Rating: 4/5 | 💷 Cost: ££ | 🏩 Book Now!
Previously known as the Imagine Spa but now taken over by the neighbouring Quy Mill hotel, the Riverside Spa has improved in quality and once again offers a wide variety of treatments and experiences.
If you’re looking for an indoor heated pool, this is the closest spa to Cambridge city centre offering this, with the oak beams of the gym still really making this feel like a proper country retreat.
What do past customers say?
– rob (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
Everything was exceptional along with the spa facilities.
Treatments use Elemis products and are cheaper than comparable treatments in the city centre. If you have a car and don’t want to deal with Cambridge traffic, or you want to stay in a more country-style hotel, then this is one of the better options for you.
📍Church Rd, Cambridge CB25 9AF
5. The Glassworks
✅ Best Spa Day with Afternoon Tea in Cambridge
⭐️ Rating: 4/5 | 💷 Cost: ££ | 🏩 Book Now!
Located on the ground floor of the Varsity Hotel, The Glassworks is a fairly small spa but does have a jacuzzi with views over the river Cam, which I have spent many a happy afternoon sitting in – it’s not busy mid-week. They also have a gym which is full featured with modern equipment, although you might be competing with hotel guests for this.
The real reason you would come to The Glassworks though, is for the Elemis spa and afternoon tea combined package, which is very reasonably priced and gives you a range of spa treatments before you head to the rooftop restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows giving you a pretty special view of Cambridge.
What do past customers say?
– Jacqueline (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
Anetta, the massage therapist assigned for my treatment was extremely attentive to my preference, by far one of the best massages I’ve received.
There’s also a terrace on the roof above where you can have cocktails if you have space after eating.
📍21 Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AQ
6. The Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
✅ Best for Couple’s Spa Break Packages
⭐️ Rating: 4/5 | 💷 Cost: £££ | 🏩 Book Now!
The Cambridge Belfry offers a variety of spa break packages that include a hotel room and dinner and breakfast, perfect for making a weekend of it in this four-star hotel.
What do past customers say?
– Gary (SEE MORE REVIEWS)
The Spa staff were very very good, helpful and polite and professional.
There’s a wide range of Elemis and body treatments, along with some bespoke signature spa rituals and deep tissue massages.
The Belfry is in Cambourne, outside of Cambridge, but can be accessed relatively easily with public transport.
📍Back Ln, Great Cambourne, Cambourne, Cambridge CB23 6BW
Where To Go For A Day Spa in Cambridge
- The best day spa in Cambridge is the Qi Spa at David Lloyd.
- If you are happy to venture a little outside of Cambridge, then go to Cambridge Country Club Spa.
Where To Go For A Luxury Spa in Cambridge
- The best luxury spa in Cambridge is Gresham House, attached to the ultra-luxury Gonville hotel.
Which Are The Best Spa Hotels in Cambridge?
- The best spa hotel in Cambridge is Gresham House, with rooms at Gonville hotel.
- Near to Cambridge, the Cambridge Country Club is ideal for a weekend spa and hotel package for a more budget price than Gresham House.
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