The spa deals in Abu Dhabi and Dubai that you need to check out

ABU DHABI
Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa
Head out on an adventure to the desert and you’ll get 30 percent off the Emirates Hamman treatment at Talise Spa. Designed to thoroughly detox and nourish your skin, the 90-minute process of cleansing, exfoliating, massaging and moisturising incorporates dates from Ras Al Khaimah, camel’s milk, Arabian coffee, aromatic za’atar and luxurious anti-aging body oil. Access to the spa facilities is thrown in too, including the jacuzzi, crystal salt sauna, steam rooms and hot and cold plunge pools. Or, if you’re feeling brave, you can pay a bit extra and try out the highly invigorating cyro experience.
Dhs290. Ongoing. Daily 10am-10pm. Al Wathba (02 204 4553).

Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
If your body is in desperate need of an overhaul, then the Summer Glow package at SPA is just what you need. For less than Dhs300 you can have two 30-minute treatments including a back, neck and shoulder massage, express facial, body scrub and foot massage, and there’s no way you won’t leave radiating with health and feeling fabulous. It’s valid every day this summer except for public holidays, and you must book in advance.
Dhs280. Daily noon-4pm. Until Aug 31. Saadiyat Island (02 811 4357).

Park Rotana Abu Dhabi
Bodylines Fitness & Wellness club is encouraging you to get together with your other half and enjoy a rejuvenating day at this friendly hotel. The summer couples’ deal includes a 60-minute aromatherapy, Swedish, Thai or Balinese massage, plus complimentary access to the gorgeous outdoor pool (which also happens to have an awesome swim-up bar).
Dhs499. Daily 10am-10pm. Until Aug 30. Khalifa Park area (02 657 3373).

Rosewood Abu Dhabi
You only have until the end of August to snap up this great deal which includes a 90-minute deep tissue or fusion massage at Sense Spa, plus access to the pool. It will set you back Dhs500 per person, but you’ll get Dhs100 of that back to spend on food and drinks at the pool bar. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to spend a day at this super fancy and stylish hotel, now’s the time to find out for yourself. Treatments need to be booked between 10am and 6pm, and you can always stay on for a drink at Hidden Bar or La Cava afterwards (just a suggestion).
Dhs500. Daily 10am-6pm. Until Aug 31. Al Maryah Island (02 813 5550).

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
With a private beach overlooking Khor Al Maqta and a huge swimming pool to enjoy, a pool day at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is always an unforgettable experience. But right now there’s an extra special offer on at this glamorous hotel. The special Summer Retreat package includes a 60-minute spa treatment, access to the pool, beach, spa facilities and gym and also a 20 percent discount in the spa shop and dining outlets.
Dhs435. Daily 10am-10pm. Until Aug 31. Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8052).

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
Whenever you book a treatment of 50 minutes or more at Remède Spa at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, you’ll get a lovely pool day at Nation Riviera Beach Club thrown in too. This means you can spend a day splitting your time between relaxing on the white sands and taking a dip in the amazing pool (and you get to go through a private underground tunnel). Make sure you stop for a burger at Cabana Beach Bar & Grill as well. It’s a hard life really.
Prices vary. Daily 10am-11pm. Until Aug 31. Nation Towers, West Corniche (02 694 4100).

The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
The Weekday Summer Bliss daycation offer lets you unwind on the white sands of Saadiyat Beach, cool off with a dip in the huge pool and enjoy a three-course meal of delicious pan-Asian cuisine whilst admiring the beautiful blue Gulf at Buddha-Bar Beach. You can also pay a bit more and get a 45-minute spa treatment at Iridium spa or at the spa cabana by the beach as well.
Dhs290 (lunch, pool and beach), Dhs550 (lunch, pool, beach and spa). Daily 9am-10pm. Until Sep 15. Saadiyat Island (02 498 8888).

The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort& Spa, Abu Dhabi
Designed especially for ladies, the Monday Mommy Hours deal at the gorgeous Heavenly Spa includes a choice of a back massage, mini facial, foot massage or scrub, plus high tea in the relaxation room and a special Elemis gift bag. Plus, after all your pampering, you can head outside and chill by the huge outdoor pool for free, too. If you need an idea for your next girly gathering, we just found it.
Dhs275. Mon 9am-2pm. Ongoing. Khalifa City A (02 616 9999).

DUBAI
Address Boulevard
Nothing is as relaxing as having a pleasant afternoon tea, unless there’s a spa treatment added on to it. The Spa Serenity Afternoon Tea experience starts with a 60-minute treatment followed by afternoon tea in the Lounge, which features a chest of drawers filled with layers of tasty treats. What’s even better, the experience includes full access to all the spa facilities, including steam rooms, saunas, a relaxation lounge and an indoor pool.
Dhs469. Sun-Thu 2.30pm-6pm. Ongoing. Address Boulevard, Downtown Dubai (04 561 8126).

Address Downtown
If you’re looking for some pampering then The Spa at Address Downtown is offering up the ultimate spa day package. For Dhs650 you can get a full-day pool pass, access to the spa facilities, a 60-minute treatment and a Dhs150 voucher redeemable on food. This all comes with front row views of the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain, too. Boasting an impressive infinity pool cascading over five tiers, it sounds like an ideal place to chill out this summer.
Dhs650. Daily 9am-10pm. Ongoing. Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai (04 436 8888).

Atlantis The Palm
Worn out from the weekend and in desperate need of a good night’s sleep? Why not refresh and rejuvenate yourself with the Phenomenal Pre-Sleep Ritual at Atlantis The Palm. You’ll start off with a 20-minute Zerobody floating experience which is followed up with a 30-minute thermal experience in the state-of-the-art spa facilities at ShuiQi Spa. After a wellness smoothie it’s time for a 60-minute treatment to leave you feeling fully relaxed and ready to sleep like a baby. Yawn.
Dhs495. Sun-Thu 6pm-8pm. Ongoing. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 426 1020).

FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai
Indulge in a 45-minute therapeutic treatment and enjoy lunch at one of the property’s three signature restaurants, Quattro Passi, BLVD on One or Maiden Shanghai. Following your treatment, you can also use the spa facilities, which includes a rooftop pool with hydrotherapy jets to ease out any last remaining knots of tension.
Dhs399. Sun-Thu 10am-10pm (treatment), 12.30pm-2.30pm (lunch timings). Ongoing. FIVE Palm Jumeirah Dubai, Palm Jumeirah (04 455 9964).

Grosvenor House Dubai
If you need a reason to stop snoozing, we’ve got one for you. Head to B/Attitude Spa at Grosvenor House between 9am and 1pm and you can get 20 percent off treatments, every day. Or, if you choose two treatments, you’ll get a whole 30 percent off. Now that’s worth getting out of bed for.
Prices vary. Daily 9am-1pm. Ongoing. Grosvenor House Tower Two, Dubai Marina (04 402 2200).

QE2
A meal and a spa treatment on an iconic British ocean liner, anyone? If you’re yet to visit the world-famous cruise liner, now permanently docked in Port Rashid and open for business as a floating hotel, then you must pay it a visit. Enjoy a 60-minute treatment and a buffet lunch in Lido for Dhs260.
Dhs260, Sun-Thu. Until Sep 30. Queen Elizabeth 2, Mina Rashid, Deira (04 526 8821).

RAS AL KHAIMAH
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
The award-winning spa at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah is giving you a reason to be happy with the Happiness Spa Experience. It starts off with a mint and mandarin bath created using a blend of natural fragrances from Neom, before moving on to the 60-minute treatment. You’ll also get an Neom gift, what more could you want?
Dhs595. Daily. Ongoing. Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah (07 203 5555).