Top Things to do in Cork
Top 10 Spas & Wellness in Cork, Province of Munster
Plan to cross many bridges when in Cork. Ireland's third-largest city began life as an island and now spans both banks of the River Lee, with watery channels running beneath some of its main thoroughfares. The best way to experience this hilly southern seaport is on foot, following the signposted walking tour past St. Finn Barre's Cathedral and the riverside quadrangle of University College up the hill to red and white Shandon Church. Along the way, you'll meet plenty of the city's talkative residents.
Restaurants in Cork
1. Himalaya Yoga Valley Centre Ballincollig
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Our Cork centre is ideally located in the city on Academy Street in a heritage building in the heart of the city.We have a welcome area with free wifi and comfy seating. This is also where you sign in for your classes before you head into the studio. In this area we have a separate chill out room that has a mini yoga library and comfy lounge areas to relax before and after your classes. Everybody is welcome at Himalaya Yoga Valley Centre Cork! We have two beautiful renovated Yoga Studios for you to enjoy: Studio Rama is our larger studio named after Lalit’s grandmaster in India Swami Rama. This studio holds up to 40 yogis comfortably.Studio Veda is our second studio that is named after Lalit’s direct Master in India Swami Veda. This studio holds up to 20 yogis comfortably and is where we hold more intimate classes, workshops, teacher trainings and meditation classes.
2. Escape Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 77 reviews
At Escape Spa, we provide a sanctuary from the stresses of the world with each corner of the spa designed to soothe your senses. This urban retreat is an oasis of calm where relaxation and rejuvenation take centre stage. We offer an array of tranquil treatments and products from our spa brands VOYA and AVEDA. Ultimately, the space is perfect for a spa break, girlie weekend, couples retreat or simply treating yourself to some much deserved ‘me time’. When it comes to Spa hotels in Cork, Escape Spa offers the ultimate in indulgence, tranquility and rejuvenation with Packages and Spa Treatments to suit every need. Hotel guests have ease of access via the Imperial Hotel but Escape Spa also has a separate independent entrance on Morgan Street Cork City.
Reviewed By 657helenac - County Cork, Ireland
Visited Escape Spa with four friends, absolute bliss. Melissa who looked after our booking was so friendly on booking I knew we were going to have a great visit. We spent an hour in the vitality suite (pool, sauna and steam room), followed by a body massage ( Elizabeth who gave me my massage was excellent and asked which area I would like her to concentrate on). We then had time in the relaxation room, perfect end to our visit. An oasis in the middle of Cork city. I would recommend the Escape to anyone looking for a few hours relaxation in the centre of Cork city. No need to travel any further, just into the heart of the city. We will be back, for sure.
3. Bellevue Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 44 reviews
Life is busy. The pace is hectic. Days are packed with things to do. Sometimes it’s important to slow it all down, to take a deep breath, to just let go and relax. For those days, we have created the Bellevue Spa at the Montenotte Hotel, especially for you… Bellevue Spa is a collection of exquisitely decorated treatment rooms, nail bar and hair salon each created with our customer in mind.
Reviewed By PamelaO792 - Dublin, Ireland
Loved my visit to the spa yesterday, the staff were so friendly and professional plus my therapist made me feel so relaxed during my massage and made up a special cream with actives designed soley to my skin. Special thanks to Niamh and Marta .Could not recommend them enough ????????
4. Zero Gravity Float Cork
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Modern society has created a situation where the human nervous system lives in a world of near-constant stimulation. Rarely does our brain and body have the opportunity to relax and disconnect from all this stimulation. As a result, chronic physical and mental health conditions have become ubiquitous, with over a quarter of the population suffering from pain, anxiety, depression, and other ailments exacerbated by stress. An emerging new technology known as Floatation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Therapy) that appears to powerfully counter the deleterious effects of stress in modern life. Come float with us, our Dream-Pod VMAX’s are the largest, coolest floatation Pods on the market. Floating can help Manage Stress, Relieve Pain, Accelerate Recovery from Sports and Exercise and Enhance Creativity. Our Dream-Pods are also the perfect environment for Visualisation, Meditation and Relaxation.
Reviewed By Paddye1989
Had my first float today, from the moment you walk in the door there is a relaxing and calming atmosphere, the staff are very friendly and welcoming which adds to the experience. I chilled out in the back room with a cup of tea after my float and flipped through the notepads that were there which made for very interesting post float reading. I highly recommend doing it after your float as it gives you time to sit with the experience and just continue with the relaxation and the carpet in the room feels absolutely amazing on your bare feet! I will definitely be returning for another float in the future.
5. Edilma Therapy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Edilma Therapy is a professional Massage in Cork City center with the Best Value in the city. Our massage treatment are: Hot Stone Massage, Relax Massage, Deep Tissue, Sweedish massage You are welcome to book your treatment in our website.
6. Aqua Spa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Health & Beauty Spa based in Eden Hall, Model Farm Road, Cork Open Mon to Fri 9am to 9pm & Sat 9 to 6pm Early Apt's also available from 7am on Friday
7. The Beautique Spa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6 reviews
Relax the body and mind, and revive the soul at Hayfield Manor’s Beautique Spa, one of the best spas in Cork City. The prime location offers the ultimate experience in one of finest Spa hotels in Cork and offers wonderful spa deals for perfect day of relaxation. The Beautique Spa offers a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As you enter the Beautique Spa at Hayfield Manor, feel your senses soothed by the heat that cocoons you and the fragrant aroma of the luxurious ELemis Spa Products. Unwind in the relaxation poolside lounge with a magazine by the indoor heated pool. Complete your Beautique Spa experience in the bubbling jets of the outdoor Jacuzzi, or in the revitalising steam room or why not opt for the detoxifying sauna.
Reviewed By juliadunin - Galway, Ireland
I visited Boutique Spa in Hayfield Manor twice now and both times I was extremely happy with everything. The therapist, Rachel, addressed concerns I had in relation to my skin and recommended a treatment that left my skin feeling fresh, plumped and tightened up. The whole experience including a head and arm massage was so relaxing. What I really like about this Spa in particular is that they use a range of Elemis products which I find very good and the effects last for a long time. I felt 10 years younger! The hotel itself is stunning and located on the beautiful grounds with a lot of greenery, which creates a nice setting from the moment you step in, followed by a very relaxing atmosphere and beautiful smell in the spa itself. I wholeheartedly recommend this spa and therapist Rachel. Thank you so much for a great experience and taking care of my skin!
8. L&A Hair and Beauty
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
L&A Hair and Beauty is a mother and daughter enterprise – namely Lorena & Aine. Lorena is a renowned hair dresser with 30 years’ experience in the hair industry. We are based in Castletownroche and our aim is to make you feel pampered and relaxed.
9. Fota Island Spa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 152 reviews
Fota Island Spa at Fota Island Resort offers a great range of treatments and facilities. The facilities include a swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool and steam rooms. Treatments offered include beauty treatments, massages and facials.
Reviewed By rachelsmith86
For womens little christmas this year myself and my gorgeous mother treated ourselves to a spa day at the fota island resort and it exceed our expectations. We enjoyed complimentary use of the hydro pool and thermal suite pre treatments, highly recommend using both and to arrive at least 40mins prior to treatment time. We both booked in for 1hr massages, 1hr facial and scalp treatment. I had kadie who was so professional and amazing at your job. She made me feel completely comfortable and transported me to another world for a couple of hours. The spa is only devine, the facilities, decor, everything is world class. After our treatments we were taken to the scantum, to relax on lounges and given smoothies, fruit and treats while we watched the sunset. It was such a magical day and we couldnt have felt more spoilt. Also just want to thank Gosia the spa manager. Who was so welcoming and kind and we cant wait to return. Do yourself a favour and book now
10. Maryborough Hotel Spa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By lauramT5350NA
A well deserved 5 star review of the Maryborough Hotel for our wedding in September 2019! Ellis was our wedding co-ordinator and she was so pleasant and helpful from start to finish. The Orangery was perfect for our wedding ceremony. The beautiful gardens are right outside so we did not have to step away from the guests for photos for too long during the drinks reception. The set up in the Orangery for the drinks reception is beautiful, it was amazing how quickly they turned it around from ceremony to drinks reception, which was great as it did not take time out of our day. Most of the staff were excellent in the hotel, we felt like celebrities, every time we turned around to ask for something there was someone there to help. The food was amazing, we just could not fault it, such high quality and presented beautifully, All of our guest commented afterwards on how good the food was. The late night buffet food really surpassed our expectations, it was also excellent quality and delicious. We stayed in 2 different suites, the bridal suite the night of the wedding and the junior suite the night after and both were just so beautiful and luxurious, really the nicest hotel rooms we have ever stayed in. There were so many nice small details also, the hotel sent us up a bottle of champagne the afternoon after the wedding which was a lovely surprise! All in all it was wonderful and Maryborough are so experienced in weddings, we would highly recommend as a wedding venue.
