Every now and then, the relentless pace of city life demands more than just a quick weekend lie-in. It calls for a hard reset. As a beauty editor, I am fortunate enough to experience my fair share of treatments, but true, soul-soothing wellness is rare. So, when Australia’s finest luxury day spa group, BODHI Spa, chose Singapore for its very first international debut, I knew I had to book an appointment.
Tucked away inside The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), this newly opened sanctuary instantly makes you forget you are just a short drive from the Central Business District. The moment I stepped onto the grounds, the lush tropical surroundings of Sentosa set a wonderfully serene, slow-paced tone. The coastal breeze and green canopy immediately add to the whole relaxation feel and experience, making the journey across the boardwalk feel like a genuine departure from reality.
To truly immerse myself, I opted for the BODHI Escape package, a beautifully curated 2.5 hours journey that promises a complete head-to-toe realignment.
The ritual begins with the BODHI Relax Massage, a deeply therapeutic experience designed to melt away deep-seated tension. My therapist, Siti, was exceptional. She possessed that rare intuition unique to master bodyworkers, effortlessly identifying every knot in my shoulders and back, and adjusting her pressure with absolute precision. Under her care, I felt the tight grip of daily stress completely dissolve. It was easily my absolute favourite part of the entire afternoon.
Next came the skincare portion: the Sodashi Hydrate Renewal Facial. For the uninitiated, Sodashi is a pioneer in high-performance, totally clean Australian skincare. This facial is an absolute dream for dehydrated, city-stressed complexions. As the nutrient-rich, botanical formulas were massaged into my skin, I could practically feel the moisture barrier plumping back up.
The 150-minute journey concluded with a bliss-inducing Scalp Massage and Hair Treatment that left me in a state of suspended animation, that wonderful, floaty headspace where you are not quite awake but not quite asleep.
Stepping out of the treatment room with glowing skin and a profoundly light spirit, I realised this was genuinely one of the most self-caring things I have done in a very long time. and I truly enjoyed every single second of it.
While the BODHI Escape package itself is two and a half hours of pure bliss, my insider advice to readers is to block out a lot more time on your calendar. Don’t rush back to reality. I would highly recommend spending half a day or even longer at the spa, allowing yourself to fully decompress in their gorgeous, cloud-like Relax Lounge.
To top it all off, ensure you finish your experience at the private VIP bathhouse (something I wish I had done). Drawing inspiration from ancient bathing rituals, it features contrast therapy complete with a sauna, jacuzzi, and an invigorating pail shower. It is the absolute ultimate in pampering and the perfect finale to a world-class wellness experience.
Singapore’s luxury day spa scene has just been elevated to a whole new level. So, is the S$680++ price tag worth it? Without a doubt, yes. For a truly transformative, head-to-toe reset, your mind, body, and skin will absolutely thank you.
BODHI Spa Singapore is located at The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, Resorts World Sentosa. To schedule an appointment whatsApp 8977 1838, phone: 6577 8700 or email: Laurus@bodhispa.com