From cosy Cotswold country house hotels, to luxurious lakeside retreats, SoGlos handpicks some of the very best spa hotels in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds to book for a relaxing spa break.
Cowley Manor Experimental near Cheltenham
Blending modern design, period architecture, Italianate gardens, destination dining, and a spectacular, nature-inspired spa, Cowley Manor Experimental near Cheltenham has everything you could need for an utterly indulgent spa break, with hotel residents getting complimentary access to the spa facilities during their stay.
Soak away your stresses in its 17-metre slate-lined pool with floor-to-ceiling windows which let natural light and sprawling Cotswold views flood in, lounge by its heated 15-metre outdoor pool with a cocktail in hand on warm days, or enjoy a blissful treatment in one of its four treatment rooms, with everything from high-tech facials to reflexology on the menu.
Calcot Manor & Spa near Tetbury
A idyllic countryside retreat near Tetbury, Calcot Manor & Spa is the epitome of a Cotswolds bolthole, boasting bags of charm, as well as indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and steam room, fireside hot tub, and a peaceful recovery garden in its spa.
Fitness fans can enjoy a range of classes in its state-of-the-art Grain Store, there are bikes to hire and nature trails to follow, and everything from sumptuous rooms to cosy treehouses to stay in when it's time for bed.
The Lygon Arms in Broadway
While it's most well-known for its food and drink, with its menu curated by celebrity chef, James Martin, The Lygon Arms in Broadway is also home to an award-winning spa, as well as an array of indulgent yet cosy rooms – perfect for a romantic and relaxing spa break.
Guests at the spa can enjoy a range of treatments, from bespoke facials and body therapies using luxury products from the likes of Oskia and Elemis, as well as use of the sauna, steam room, Technogym and heated pool, which has a retractable roof for sunny days.
Ellenborough Park near Cheltenham
Gloucestershire’s only five-star hotel boasts a bijou spa complete with outdoor pool and its own serene spa garden within the grounds of this Cotswolds country house, which was once owned by Queen Elizabeth I.
Its treatment options are sure to make spa visitors feel like a king or queen, with a Japanese head spa, Elemis facials and massages, and an exclusive spa garden retreat on offer, as well as spa packages including afternoon tea, dinner in its fine dining restaurant, and an overnight stay in one of its classically styled rooms or suites.
Stratton House in Cirencester
Describing itself as 'a relaxing haven of Cotswold charm', Stratton House on the outskirts of Cirencester is a family-owned hotel that prides itself on its warm welcome and award-winning spa in the garden.
Its spa break package offers guests dinner and a night in one of its comfortable rooms, as well as a choice of treatments, including Templespa science-led skincare, free reign of the spa facilities for three hours, and a robe bundle, so you can relax and lounge in style.
Burleigh Court in Stroud
Boutique Stroud hotel, Burleigh Court, enjoys a spectacular setting high above the town with views over the Golden Valley, as well as a two-rosette restaurant, and tranquil wellness garden, with complimentary spa garden access included for guests booking directly through the hotel.
The wellness garden offers self-guided hot and cold therapy in its barrel sauna, outdoor hot tub and Art Deco cold plunge pool, as well as a treatment hut with massage menu, and expert-led Nordic flow and breathwork sessions.
Dormy House near Broadway
Dormy House near Broadway is one of the Cotswolds' most sought-after spa hotels, and with its luxurious accommodation – including suites with their own private hot tub – showstopping fine dining restaurant, and multi-award winning spa, it's easy to see why.
The spa at Dormy House features a 16-metre indoor infinity pool, Scandi-style fire and ice thermal suite, hydrotherapy hot tub on the terrace, Japanese-inspired head spa, and even a floatation tank, as well as a range of top-to-toe treatments to leave guests relaxed and refreshed. House spa access is included for Dormy House hotel guests and those staying at its sister hotel, the nearby Foxhill Manor.
The Greenway Hotel near Cheltenham
A 16th century Elizabethan manor house on the edge of the Cotswolds countryside near Cheltenham, The Greenway Hotel has won awards for its hotel and its Elan Spa, and offers a secluded escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby towns, without being too far away.
Spa break guests can enjoy unlimited use of its facilities, which include a thermal suite with sauna, steam room and sanarium, as well as an outdoor hydrotherapy pool, while its rooms and suites exude calm with their stylish decor and nature-inspired colour palettes – ideal for a relaxing retreat.
THE PIG Hotel in the Cotswolds
THE PIG in the Cotswolds is a honey-coloured haven near Cirencester. This 17th century country house hotel has ornamental Arts & Crafts-inspired gardens, cosy lounges, a cocktail bar, and uniquely designed bedrooms – and it's home to THE PIG group's only full spa.
With views over the rolling Cotswold countryside, this rustic, nature-filled Fieldhouse Spa features a sauna, steam room, and heated hydrotherapy pool, as well as a spa garden terrace, plus six treatment rooms where guests can indulge in signature massage rituals, biome facials, hand and foot treatments – with free 60-minute spa sessions available for hotel guests.
Whatley Manor in Malmesbury
One of the most luxurious spa hotels in the Cotswolds, Whatley Manor, just over the Wiltshire border in Malmesbury, is a five-star manor house retreat with a Michelin-star restaurant, spa, and even its own cinema, set within 12 acres of glorious grounds.
Its Aquarias Spa offers a range of bespoke relaxing and restorative treatments, as well as an experiential thermal suite with a calidarium, steam grotto, laconium and infrared sauna to try, tepidarium with heated stone recliners, hydrotherapy pool, and invigorating salt scrub showers – with spa access included for hotel guests.
Tewkesbury Park
Famous for its fantastic golf facilities and its indulgent afternoon tea, when it's time to relax and unwind, Tewkesbury Park's relaxing spa is the place to be.
Treatment options span soothing massages and facials using natural products, to full body rituals. Guests can also enjoy its indoor swimming pool, and outdoor Swedish-style sauna and hot tub. Tewkesbury Park also offers in-room treatments for hotel guests who prefer their pampering to be in private.
Hatherley Manor Hotel in Gloucester
Hatherley Manor in Gloucester is home to a chic and modern spa, with facilities including a pool, thermal suite, hot tub with spa jets, heated loungers, experience showers, and even a Champagne bar.
Connected to the spa is a range of classic and superior spa bedrooms, with views overlooking the spa garden and access to the spa facilities included. It also offers a variety of spa break packages including treatments, meals, and a one or two-night stay.
Thyme in Southrop
One of Vogue magazine's Top 100 Spas in the World, the Meadow Spa at Thyme in Southrop is a particularly high-end experience that's ideal for the most special of occasions – with the Cotswold estate also boasting luxury accommodation, a contemporary restaurant, a cosy traditional pub, and a cocktail bar.
Thyme's idyllic outdoor pool is fed by its very own subterranean Cotswold spring, while its Meadow Cottage treatment menu is rooted in aromatherapy, essential oils, and relaxation. While Thyme's unique Botanical Bothy offers a different kind of experience for open-minded guests, with breathwork, bathing, and pressure-point based treatments working together for the deepest relaxation.
The Lakes by Yoo near Lechlade
Enjoy lakeside luxury at The Lakes by Yoo near Lechlade. Describing itself as a place where 'luxury meets the wild beauty of the Cotswolds', its unique location offers opportunities for forest bathing and wild swimming, coupled with indulgent spa treatments and high-end accommodation in its rooms, suites, apartments or waterside cabins.
In the spa, guests can choose expert skincare treatments from partners Wildsmith Skin and Dr Barbara Sturm, reflexology and massage, and even whole body cryotherapy – while overnight guests can enjoy complimentary use of the 17-metre indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room at their leisure.
