Here is a great selection of Edinburgh Spas and Salons to help you decide the best place to pamper yourself on your trip to Edinburgh.
Inside & Out You have just spent a great few days in Edinburgh, have arrived at the airport early, and its been one of those lucky days when you wiz through check in and customs. Why not kill some time Inside & Out, a convenient little beauty salon located in the waiting lounge of Edinburgh Airport. Enjoy a quick manicure (15 minutes) or an express pedicure (30 minutes) and get away from travelling induced stress for a while. Inside & Out also have a salon at Haymarket station – just in case you desperately need a massage before a long train ride.
Chamomile has been voted beauty salon of 2011 by the Scottish health & beauty awards, and with reason. This enchanting spa is located in the swanky West End, and decorated in an 18th century boudoir style, making any girl feel like a princess as she walks in. Chic and relaxed at the same time, Chamomile is a great place to get a massage, a (wonderful) facial, or a manicure, alone or with a friend, especially if you want to enjoy some tea and cupcakes after a treatment. Check out their websites for special offers.
Zen Lifestyle One of the best chains in the UK if you want to get pampered or are looking for some more serious cosmetic treatments, Zen provides the highest standard of quality. Edinburgh counts three addresses, in Old Town, Bruntsfield and the latest addition in New Town. Step out of the city’s Scottish weather for an hour or so, and let yourself taken care of by the nicest and most professional of beauticians, who will adapt all treatments to your needs, making it an unforgettable experience. Everything at Zen is soothing, comforting, and smells divine – its actually pretty difficult not to fall into content sleep on the heating beds. There are treatments for men and women alike, and look out for special deals.
The Ocean Rooms Spa This fancy spa is actually part of the Caledonian Hilton Hotel, located in the West End. All Ocean Rooms treatments use very high end products, and guarantee an immensely satisfying spa experience. The Ocean Rooms is recommendable for anyone interested in a head to toe pampering, as they offer many packages, some of them lasting all day and including a light lunch – ideal for celebrating a special occasion. For the ultimate spa experience, go to The Ocean Rooms.
Written by local resident Camille Soulier
