Lanzarote Spas
Spas on Lanzarote
If you are in need of a bit of deep relaxation then head for one of the growing number of spas on Lanzarote.
Many hotels now feature a spa as standard and thalassotherapy, or sea water treatment centers, are springing up all over the island.
This current wave of popularity is nothing new though. As seawater has been used for preventative and curative purposes for centuries. The ancient Greeks and Romans pioneered thalassotherapy treatments and social bathing was an important pastime, especially for the upper classes.
But we have a French cyclist to thank for the birth of the modern day spa.
Louison Bobet, a champion cyclist, opened the first modern institute of seawater therapy in May 1964. After sustaining serious injuries in a car crash he was amazed by the restorative effects that regular bathing in the sea had upon his injuries.
The sea certainly has a naturally calming effect. And proponents of thalassotherapy also believe it promotes physical health. Seawater is rich in living microorganisms, proteins, minerals, vitamins and tiny algae. Which in turn contain trace elements such as zinc copper, iodine and selenium.
In total, there are more than 90 various components of seawater that are vital to the healthy human body. And in theory, the process of osmosis allows these components to penetrate the skin.
So a decent dip in the sea would probably also provide just as much health benefit. Just without the fluffy towels and calming music.
Either way, a visit to one of the islands spas can be a really relaxing and luxurious experience. And often admission is cheap in comparison to similar facilities in the UK.
Most spas also provide a wide range of additional treatments such as body wraps, massage and reflexology.
Spas in Costa Teguise
The Hotel Beatriz spa in Costa Teguise is an indoor facility themed loosely on the lines of a Roman Baths.
The two main pools feature what is described as HydroThermal Circuit of 23 individual jet treatments. All designed to stimulate and tone different parts of the body. There’s a giant sized Jacuzzi and a separate area housing a hamam, two saunas, ice baths and tepidariums.
Additional treatments include an indulgent (and expensive) caviar refirming facial, body treatments such as mud wraps and exfoliation, pedicures, manicures and an extremely wide array of different massage treatments. Encompassing shiatsu, sotai and Tibetan.
Prices start from as little as just €10 for use of the main sea water treatment pools before midday.
Their website, www.beatrizspa.com was still under construction at the time of writing. So alternatively, call (0034) 928 826126 for more information.
Spas in Puerto Calero
One of the newest spas on the island is Terma Europa, which is based at the Iberorstar Costa Calero Hotel in Puerto Calero. And as a result it is luxuriously appointed and in pristine condition.
The main treatment pool contains really powerful jet treatments and is partially outdoor. So you can swim through a small cascade and out into a great garden area where there are loads of loungers available for poolside relaxation.
One of the most popular features here is a Musiquarium – where you can lie back and listen to music underwater. Terma Europa also features a hammam and sauna and they offer a full array of massage and beauty treatments.
The only fault we could find with this place is the fact that it has become very popular very quickly. Which means it can get crowded at peak times such as weekends. The spa here also admits children, which may not be ideal for visitors seeking total peace and quiet.
Admission is €12 and you can make reservations and get more information by calling 0034 928 849582.
Spas in Puerto Del Carmen
The Aquarsis Thermal Spa and Wellness Centre is located close to the Playa Club Apartments just off the main Avenida de las Playas in Calle Chalana.
The main hydrotherapy pool offers the usual features such as a pebble pass, thermal beds and high-pressure Scottish showers as well as a sauna and separate Turkish bath.
Additional treatments include various massages and wraps utilizing ingredients such as algae, chocolate and coffee.
Admission costs €18. Call 0034 928 511337.
Spas in Playa Blanca
The Thalasso Centre situated within the grounds of the H10 Rubicon Palace Hotel is another modern spa, in similar mould to Terma Europa at Costa Calero, if on a slightly smaller scale.
Here visitors can enjoy a hydrotherapy pool that offers twelve different power jet treatments as well as additional facilities such as Jacuzzis, saunas and Turkish baths.
Just like the spa at Costa Calero the treatment pool is partially outdoors, offering the chance to relax on a lounger in the garden after your treatment.
The Thalasso Centre also offers the usual range of beauty treatments, massages and wraps.
For more information visit www.h10hotels.com or call 0034 928 518500.
Photos © James Mitchell