Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Le Touessrok, Mauritius
Tucked away from the buzz of an already relaxed resort, Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa transports you to paradise. Drawing inspiration from the Mauritius hotel’s roots in the legend of Shangri-La, the luxury spa seems to sprout organically from its tropical surroundings. Eight treatment villas are enveloped in lush foliage and the scents of essential oils mingle with the soothing sounds of crashing waves on the soft white sands just steps from the spa’s front door.
Inside, holistic services inspired by traditional Asian therapies and locally sourced botanicals are doled out in treatment rooms outfitted with elements inspired by Mauritian culture. The adjacent health club provides a sun-drenched space in which to squeeze in a workout or soak up the healing benefits of steam, and the gorgeous ocean-facing pool offers a serene spot to linger a little longer after your treatment.
- Facials featuring high-quality French Biologique Recherche products are a standout at this Mauritius spa. Opt for a highly customized treatment using the brand’s thorough Skin Instant Lab technology for targeted results.
- For a luxurious and memorable experience, opt for an alfresco massage on the nearby Ilot Mangénie, Shangri-La Le Touessrok Resort & Spa’s own private island (it’s a 10-minute boat ride away). Let the soothing sounds of the waves lull you into an indulgent state of Zen.
- For the ultimate indulgence, opt for the Seven Essences of Chamarel ritual. The two-and-a-half-hour experience includes seven of the Mauritius spa’s signature treatments including a sugar cane body scrub, an aloe vera body wrap and a traditional tipik massage (strokes synchronized to the beat of local sega music).
- Some treatment rooms come equipped with a secluded outdoor sanctuary. Enclosed via rustic stone and wood walls, these private patios boast a photogenic egg-shaped stone tub that’s great for a soothing soak with some vitamin D.
- Start the day off right with a sensational sunrise yoga class or beachfront guided meditation, both offered in the Mauritius spa’s serene open-air yoga pavilion.
- The Signature Asian Blend Massage combines the best of Eastern medicine into one indulgent ritual. Enjoy a combination of Thai pressure point therapy, Balinese and Malaysian-style massage techniques and Chinese energy flow movements to bring harmony to your whole body.
- Experience the healing power of locally grown coconuts in the Authentic Coco Massage, which features warm coconut oil to ease sore muscles and leave your skin feeling baby soft.
- Soothe both your mind and body with the two-hour Ayurvedic Journey. The treatment starts with an aromatic scrub of almond, apricot, ginger and patchouli, followed by an application of nourishing shea butter and a shirodhara service that pours a mixture of oil and rose water on your chakras. Altogether, they promote a harmonious flow of energy.
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