A city known for its magnificent natural beauty which includes mountains, harbours and lots of green spaces along with bustling metropolitan life, Cape Town in a must-visit destination for numerous reasons. However, with so much to see and do here, it only makes sense that you have a way to relax and revitalise yourselves so that you have lots of energy left for more sightseeing! The capital of South Africa is home to many spas within the city or amidst nature that offer diverse treatments, including massages, facials, reflexology, water-based services, beauty treatments and much more.
Here are 20 of the best spas in Cape Town:
1. Cayenne Spa at the Pepper Club Hotel
Source
The Cayenne Spa at the Pepper Club Hotel is a well-known spa in Cape Town that offers you the chance to get fully rejuvenated while enjoying views of Table Mountain. You get to choose from different soothing treatments, including shea aromatherapeutic massages, deep pore cleansing facials, Africology manicures and pedicures, herbal oil massages, spray tans etc. They have three Africology signature treatments, which last from 60 to 120 minutes. Their facilities include 1 couple and 3 single treatment rooms, a traditional wooden sauna, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
Address: Corner of Loop Street and, Pepper St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 90
2. Ubuntu Wellness Centre at Medi-Spa
Source
Known for its team of award-winning therapists, the Ubuntu Wellness Centre has a variety of relaxing and healing treatments that can be customised to your needs. It is one of the very few spas in South Africa to provide floatation hydrotherapy which involves getting in a pod filled with water and Epsom salt to create sensory isolation and alleviate stress. They also offer other services, including Japanese treatments using musical vibrations, reiki healing, full body massages, facials and more. You can also shop from their wide range of healing products, such as oils and immune support drops.
Address: 99 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Monday to Friday), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Saturday), Sunday closed Cost: Starting at R 350
3. One&Only Spa
Source
The One&Only Spa is situated on the marina at the V&A Waterfront and is a luxurious spa resort surrounded by private waterways that create a relaxing ambience. Their holistic services are inspired by eco-therapy and vibrational energy and are performed by ESPA therapists. Some of the most popular treatments offered here are Sound Experience, advanced radiance facials, contour and firm body treatment, sleep ritual massages, salt and oil scrub etc., along with beauty services. You can also take advantage of their other rejuvenating facilities, including thermal suites, aroma-steam rooms, saunas, vitality pools, ice fountains, shower rooms etc.
Address: One&Only Cape Town, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 150
4. Tranquila Spa at Aquila
Source
The Tranquila Spa at the Aquila Private Game Reserve is an excellent choice if you seek a calming and relaxing experience while immersed in nature. Their treatments involve using natural products derived from indigenous plants, herbs and flowers. Some of their spa facilities include a steam room, 10 treatment rooms, a sauna, an indoor heated and an outdoor cold pool, a regular outdoor pool and a nail bar. You can choose from their wide selection of revitalising treatments like express facials, African wood massages, tranquil body rituals, collagen treatments, sensitive skin rebalance treatments, rose quartz couples massages etc. Furthermore, if you stay at the Reserve’s cottages for over 2 nights, you get free access to their spa facilities.
Address: 2 Highfield Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8051, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 90
5. Spa at the Twelve Apostles Hotel
Source
One of the most picturesque spas in Cape Town, the spa at the Twelve Apostles Hotel overlooks the stunning Atlantic Ocean and Table Mountain National Park. The Spa consists of seven treatment rooms, of which two are specially dedicated to couples treatments, a rasul chamber, two plunge pools, a rainshower, a saltwater floatation pool, a nail bar, as well as two outdoor thatched gazebos. You get to choose from many calming services like The Apostles Touch, hot lava shell massages, leg and foot reviver, Swedish full body massages, Elemis Biotec skin resurfacer, the signature Rasul treatment and more. There are many full-day spa packages to choose from as well. You can also grab a bite to eat at their Tranquillity Lounge.
Address: Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 200
6. Angsana Spa
Source
One of the most luxurious spas in Cape Town, the Angsana Spa within the Vineyard Hotel is synonymous with refreshing treatments inspired by Asian therapies. It overlooks the stunning Table Mountain, Liesbeek River and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and is the ideal choice for a revitalising retreat away from the city. The spa features 10 treatment rooms which include 5 single rooms, two deluxe rooms with steam and shower facilities and 3 double rooms with showers. Some of the most popular services offered at Angsana Spa are honey sesame body scrubs, dewy booster facials, fusion massages, shape and hand revarnish etc. There are Angsana and family packages, too, consisting of different treatments that last a couple of hours.
Address: Vineyard Hotel, Colinton Rd, Newlands, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 200
7. Sapphire Spa
Source
The Sapphire Spa at the O On Kloof Boutique, Hotel & Spa is a small establishment that is known for its 150 rejuvenating and soothing treatments. They are best known for their African Shea Aroma Therapeutic massage that is performed using Africology balms. Other services you can choose from including hot stone massages, nourishing facials, back and neck massages, manicures, pedicures, threading etc. Couples packages are also available. You are also treated to chocolates and champagne while the spa therapists pamper you.
Address: 92 Kloof Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Tuesday to Friday), 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Saturday), 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Sunday), Mondays closed Cost: Starting at R 200
8. Spa at Cape Grace
Source
The spa at the Cape Grace hotel is the ideal place to visit for a few hours of pampering and relaxation. Situated on the fourth floor, the spa overlooks the picturesque Table Mountain and the marina. It comprises five treatment rooms with slightly warm massage beds, a sauna, a rainshower, a fitness centre and a relaxation area. You must try out their Kalahari signature massages performed using healing oils and scrubs. They also offer other services such as collagen rejuvenator treatment, skin cell renewal treatment, aromatherapy, detox body wrap and deep tissue full body massage. Other beauty treatments like manicures, pedicures, waxing, nail art, etc. are available.
Address: W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa Timings: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Tuesday to Saturday), Sunday to Monday closed Cost: Starting at R 150
9. Amani Spa
Source
The Amani Spa is located within the Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront and is an excellent choice for a few hours of relaxing treatments. A luxurious spa, it boasts a variety of wellness facilities, including 9 single treatment rooms, a double treatment room, a VIP couple’s room with a hydrobath, a therapeutic salt room, saunas, a heated Vitality pool, Grand Rasul and a salon. You can choose from many soothing and rejuvenating spa services such as deep tissue massages, salt therapy, aroma-mud body wrap, cleanse and detox treatment, classic vitalising facials etc. Other services include manicures, pedicures, waxing, blow dry, keratin smoothening and more.
Address: Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront Beach Road, Granger Bay Blvd, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 100
10. Jiva Spa
Source
The Jiva Spa at the Taj Cape Town brings the magic of age-old Indian and Eastern philosophies of holistic wellness in its opulent treatment rooms. It has four single massage suites, a double suite with a bathtub and private hammam, a sauna, hammam, jacuzzi and heated indoor pool. Their signature treatments include the Vishram massage, Vishuddi exfoliation, Trupti and Cape Fynbos, and other services like pehlwan malish, sukha and jamarosa root facial. Before beginning any ritual, you are treated to a cleansing footbath. Jiva Spa is also known for only using organic products such as organic or soy cotton, sun-bleached fabric, organic baked pottery etc.
Address: Wale St &, St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 375
11. Librisa Spa
Source
Located within the Belmond Mount Nelson hotel at the foot of Table Mountain, Librisa Spa is one of the best spas in Cape Town and a perfect option for those who wish to escape the busy city for a while. The spa is set within Victorian-style houses and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and orchids, which only adds to the experience. You can choose from many treatments, including Swedish massages, hot stone massages, foot reflexology, full body scrub, brightening facials, manicures, pedicures and more. A few spa packages include a half or full day of revitalising services. Moreover, there is a plunge pool, steam bath and Finnish sauna here as well. All their treatments are done using products from Sothys and Theranaka. You are also served snacks and beverages here.
Address: 76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 130
12. Heavenly Spa at The Westin
Source
An award-winning spa, the Heavenly Spa at The Westin Cape Town is synonymous with luxurious holistic wellness treatments that will leave you feeling mentally and physically nourished. It is quite popular for its Heavenly massage, a Swedish-style massage aimed at relieving muscular tension. Their team of professionals perform a wide variety of other services such as the Theranaka awakening massage, hot stone massages, Thalgo classic facial, body polish and wrap, full body exfoliation, pedicures, manicures and more. Within the spa, you would find 15 treatment rooms, a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, heated infinity pool and a fitness studio. They also offer physiotherapy sessions.
Address: Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Wednesday to Monday), Tuesday closed Cost: Starting at R 100
13. Mai Thai Wellness Spa
Source
Set within a historic villa at the foot of Table Mountain, the Mai Thai Wellness Spa is an award-winning Cape Town spa known for its wellness treatments from Thailand and Africa. It is a charming little space with Victorian pressed ceilings, Thai antiques and vintage chandeliers and consists of 10 treatment rooms with showers. You must try out their signature Mai Thai massage, which include That stretching and palming techniques, sling with aromatherapy and deep tissue massage. Other services to choose from are the Indian head massage, detox massage, collagen enriched facials, body exfoliation, mud wraps, manicures, pedicures etc. All their products are made from natural ingredients and are sourced from Thailand.
Address: 7 Breda Street Oranjezicht, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Monday to Saturday), 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Sunday and public holidays) Cost: Starting at R 100
14. The Alphen Spa
Source
The Alphen Spa is located within the Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa in Constantia. It is a luxurious spa that guarantees its guests a revitalising experience owing to its treatments and serene setting. You have a variety of services to choose from, including fire polish and wrap, longevity eye lift, EARTH vitality facial, balancing mineral stone massage, manicures, pedicures, reflexology etc. The spa features two treatment rooms, a heated pool and a garden, often used for outdoor massages. They are known for using the Elemental Herbology range of products which are made using natural ingredients. You are also treated to snacks and drinks during your treatment.
Address: Alphen Dr, Alphen, Cape Town, 7848, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 150
15. Steenberg Spa
Source
The Steenberg Spa is a must-visit spa if you want to spend some time away from the city and amidst sprawling vineyards. It overlooks the mountains and is situated within the historic Steenberg Estate in the Constantia Winelands. It is famous for its diverse wellness services, such as the signature Soulful Decadence, which features a facial and herbal oil massage. Some other treatments offered here are Majestic Awakening, Indian head massage, reflexology, muscle and joint magnesium therapy massage, coffee and mint body wrap, full body exfoliation, QMS activator facial and more. Moreover, Steenberg Spa also has different treatments for those between the ages of 6 to 17.
Address: Steenberg Rd, Tokai, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 100
16. The Marly Spa
Source
A five-star spa in Camps Bay that faces the Atlantic Ocean, The Marley Spa is renowned for its opulent interiors, which resemble a French boutique and its multitude of wellness services performed using international skincare brands. It is quite popular for its Himalayan Salt Stone massage, which requires heated pink salt-crystal stones that are known for their detoxifying effect. A few other services to try out here include Quench body wrap, cupping therapy, charcoal detox facials, Wow triple peel facials, Quench body polish, detoxifying pedicures, manicures etc. You would find that the spa has four en-suite treatment rooms featuring leather armchairs for facials and hand-and-foot treatments, a rooftop pool and a lounge.
Address: The Promenade, 201 Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 150
17. Fresh Wellness Spa at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel
Source
The Fresh Wellness Spa at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel is located amidst nature in Constantia. It is known for its relaxing sensorial therapies performed using products made with natural and indigenous ingredients. The spa, surrounded by a beautiful rose garden, comprises six luxurious treatment rooms. You can choose from a bunch of invigorating spa services, including the signature Five Senses Massage, which uses volcanic stones, avo-shea body butter and tropical bamboo sticks. Some other treatments worth trying are the bellabaci cupping therapy, traditional Swedish massage, detoxifying mud wrap, hair & scalp treatment, steam therapy etc. Moreover, there are a few spa packages which consist of multiple treatments.
Address: 93 Brommersvlei Rd, Constantia Heights, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Monday to Saturday), 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Sunday) - October to April, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Monday to Saturday), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Sunday) - May to September Cost: Starting at R 140
18. Sanctuary Spa
Source
The Sanctuary Spa on the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town is a haven for those wishing a couple hours of relaxation and bliss. It is known for its services based on ancient and modern wellness techniques from around the globe; one of its most popular treatments is Africa’s Healing Touch, a massage performed using steamed hot poultices with herbs and spices. There are many other revitalising wellness therapies like aromatherapy massages, snow bush salt glow, detox wrap, visible brightening facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing etc. Sanctuary Spa boasts three treatment rooms, a garden, a terrace and a swimming pool.
Address: Moorings 5 & Portswood Ridge Portswood Ridge, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 100
19. Lanzerac Spa
Source
An upscale spa outside Cape Town, the Lanzerac Spa is situated on a historic estate amidst the Stellenbosch Winelands and Jonkershoek Mountains. It is renowned for its serene vibes and luxurious services performed using local and international products. You can pick from several signature services, such as the Lanzerac Signature treatment, which includes a body polish and mineral-packed facial or the Rich Milk Bath Ritual. Other treatments are the Sculpt-O-Vine cellulite treatment, TheraVine relaxing body cream wrap, Swedish massage, Peptide 24/7 Skin Sync etc. Various beauty services are also available. Lanzerac Spa’s facilities include 5 single treatment rooms, 1 couples room, Neoqi Mediq cocoon room, a sauna, a steam room, 2 mist rooms, 2 Rasul chambers, an indoor heated swimming pool and more.
Address: 1 Lanzerac Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 100
20. The SPA at Spier
Source
The SPA at the Spier Hotel is located in Stellenbosch, a little away from Cape Town. It overlooks the beautiful Eerste River, creating the ideal ambience for a revitalising and soothing experience. It features 2 single treatment rooms, 3 couples treatment rooms, a deck often used for outdoor treatments, a heated pool and several loungers for relaxing. You must try the signature treatment, which includes massages, body exfoliation and an aromatherapy spinal back wrap. Some other treatments on their menu are brightening facials, hot stone massages, reflexology, deep skin renewal facials, manicures, pedicures and more. You can also choose from a few spa packages that feature multiple treatments and snacks and beverages.
Address: R310 Baden Powell Dr, Stellenbosch, 7603, South Africa Timings: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Cost: Starting at R 120
Whether you are a local or a tourist looking for a little relaxing time, the many spas in Cape Town have you covered with various treatments and services. You are sure to be left feeling fully relaxed. You can choose to go to a spa that’s located within the city or opt for a longer vineyard retreat depending on your preferences and simply let yourselves be invigorated by trained professionals.
