Eden Hall Day Spa

First Impressions

Eden Hall Day Spa is set in a gothic-style listed mansion dating back to 1875 – think turrets, towers and walnut-wood ceilings. Set over two floors, the spa is sympathetic to the style of the property, with a clean, crisp aesthetic. The Spa Garden brings a little piece of the Med to the Midlands.

The spa’s parent company, Baron's Eden, is a founding member of the Sustainable Spa Association and is proudly working towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Spa goers enter by walking over a floor of glass covering an old well.

What's on offer?

The stone floored spa reception area is bright and airy with two reception desks and comfortable sofas. A door leads to the changing rooms which are huge with private changing spaces and clusters of wooden lockers signposted for ease; if you forget your locker number pop your wristband against the machine on the wall for a very handy reminder. The vanity area is spacious and lit with large mirrors and lots of hairdryers; showers are stocked with Voya Lime & Mandarin shampoo, conditioner and body wash.

You’ll find a lovely fluffy white robe and a towel inside your locker; head back to reception if you need more towels. To preserve the environment, Eden Hall Spa makes a point of not providing flip-flops – remember to bring your own, or you can buy a pair from the spa boutique. The same goes for water bottles, with filling stations located around the spa.

From reception, double doors open to the very popular Spa Garden. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian building - all red-brick chimneys and turrets - expect total Mediterranean vibes: sandstone tiles, pale-wood planters lined with lavender and rosemary, and beautiful wooden curved seating. Japanese Maple, Olive and Birch trees help to create an axial design with plenty of chill-out spaces.

At the centre, the outdoor hydrotherapy pool has crystal-clear water, stainless steel steps and an infinity edge that flows onto the pebbles below. Heated to an average of 39.C, the underwater jets feature 16 benches, four standing therapy stations and air loungers with headrests to soothe aching muscles and joints; there’s also two water cannons to pummel stressed out shoulders.

Ten olive and white striped loungers line one side of the pool; a wooden pagoda with vaulted ceiling, strung with lights can be found at one end. Two sofas and four curved wooden chairs surround an outdoor fit pit, while chilled tunes play in the background. Spa butlers mill around offering cocktails, wine or beer; simply tap your wristband on the machine and pay when you leave.

You’ll also find a large outdoor sauna and, opposite, a dimly-lit Rest and Relax Room with eight adjustable beds, sheer curtains and rustic timber finishes.

Inside, the low-lit thermal suite has 12 different thermal experiences to try, including a rose-infused steam room, a herbal caldarium, a salt inhalation room and a sanarium. At the centre you’ll find large walk-through showers which you can set to tropical, hot, or cool mist; just beyond is a large mosaic-seated foot spa with soothing water tumbling over the seats to soothe shoulders.

Lap swimmers should make a beeline for the spa’s 25-metre Grecian-style saltwater vitality pool with its two round hydro pools and swan-neck fountains. You’ll find plenty of loungers around the pool to rest and read or you can swim through to the outdoor vitality pool - a pleasant experience whatever the weather.

Double doors lead out to two hot tubs surrounded by wooden decking and overlooking the gardens - a gentle walk will lead to a peaceful pond surrounded by trees, plants and flowers. You’ll find plenty of loungers dotted around out here, including some doubles; it’s a great place to find a peaceful corner to escape to.

The Slumber Lounge - with its suspended dome chairs and reclining day beds set in a softly lit space - provides an escape from the brightness and buzz of the spa. There’s also a fitness studio tucked behind the main pool with its own reception desk.

Tell us about the treatments

We tried the Warming Muscle Massage (60 minutes, £95).

My therapist, Jade collected me from the Spa Boutique and led me to one of the 28 treatment rooms with lights twinkling above the bed. Jade explained the treatment and showed me the porcelain shells she would be using. She left me to get ready and lie face up on the heated bed.

After applying warm cloths to my feet, Jade drizzled Japanese camelia oil into my skin and used it as friction for the warm lava shells. Camellia oil is thought to reduce dark spots and redness as well as improve elasticity of the skin. Jade worked on my arms and legs and the side of my neck before asking me to turn over so she could massage my back.

The treatment left me feeling totally relaxed. Jade handed me a cup of water and led me to the relaxation room where my spa partner was recovering from his very effective deep tissue massage with Eva. This rooms is bright; on a sunny day it would be very warm but, on the day of our visit, I needed the blanket provided to keep me warm.

Eden Hall has partnered with Voya for their commitment to sustainability as well as Elemis and Grown Alchemist. The menu includes a range of facials, massages and beauty treatments, as well as treatments for men, mums-to-be and those recovering from - or living with - cancer.

Food Facts

Most spa-goers eat lunch in the main restaurant, the Taste of Eden, which is on the first floor. The wood-panelled room was once a chapel and provides a dramatic backdrop to any meal. You may also enjoy the Conservatory - with its sun terrace - which serves breakfast, light snacks, lunch and afternoon tea.

There’s also a quaint Shepherd’s Hut in the garden serving hot and cold drinks when the weather permits.

At Taste of Eden, spa-goers can enjoy a three-course lunch in their robes. We began with heirloom beetroot with pine nuts; our spa partner, the refreshing pea and mint soup. We both opted for the roasted chalk farm trout for mains which was perfectly cooked and served with crushed potatoes and broccoli.

We loved / we didn't love

We loved

The Spa Garden is simply beautiful - bubble away in hydropool and soak in the stunning surrounds.

The thermal facilities: there is plenty to experience here, both inside and out.

The hidden gems: make sure you hunt out the conservatory, the extra slumber rooms and the garden area.

We didn’t love

It is a busy spa: the hydro pool and spa garden tend to get full; despite notices saying not to reserve seats with towels people do.

The post-treatment relaxation room can feel cool on a dull day.

Who do you think would like it?

Everyone: we met people of all ages, sizes and shapes on our visit.

Friends: there is space here to meet up with pals and spend the day catching up on the gossip.

The eco-conscious: Eden Hall has a strong focus on sustainability and wish to be carbon neutral by 2030. Enjoy the honey grown on the site remembering that it takes 40,000 bee miles to make one jar.

What bubble rating did you give this spa?

We awarded Eden Hall Day Spa a Good Spa Guide Bubble Rating of Five Bubbles for its inclusivity, eco credentials and spa garden.

Sybaritic Spy visited in August 2024 and awarded it 5 Bubbles.