Spa at Mandarin Oriental
New York, NY 10023
Phone: (212) 805-8800
- Cross Street:
- Between Broadway and 8th Avenue
- Directions:
- 1, 2, 3; A, C; B, D at 59th St-Columbus Cir
- Best of Citysearch:
- Spa for Couples Treatments 2008
- Hours:
- Daily 9am-9pm
Editorial Review for Spa at Mandarin Oriental – by Katie Heffernan
In Short
The sounds of the street can't reach this transporting sanctuary on Mandarin Oriental's 35th floor. Meditative moods settle deeper and deeper as the luxurious experience progresses, from the sparkling amethyst steam room and the initial soothing foot soaks (which give technicians time to assess clients' mind-body states), to a final cool-down in the Relaxation Lounge. Custom-designed blocks of time--called Time Rituals--include natural skin pamperings and massages drawn from the world over, all on heavenly heated beds.
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Insider Tips
Look GoodThe couples' VIP spa suite--designed like an Asian home with a canopy bed, fireplace, private steam room, elevated bath and amazing views--is an extraordinarily romantic retreat. Book at sunset for the ultimate experience.
Know Before You GoArrive 30 minutes early for the mineral-infused vitality pool, color therapy shower, steam and tea rooms.
On the MenuFor a tour of international massage, try the Taste of Traditions, using Oriental, Arabic, Mediterranean and Indian techniques.
The ExtrasThis pampering palace resides in one of New York's most haute hotels.
User Reviews for Spa at Mandarin Oriental
02/10/2008 Posted by newyorkspagal
If you can afford it (or are in the mood to splurge!) the Spa at the Mandarin Oriental is THE most luxurious spa experience in Manhattan. It is on the 35th floor and all of the treatment rooms have incredible views of the city. It is incredibly quiet and tranquil--I didn't hear a sound during my massage, which is a wonderful treat in the noisy city. You are warmly greeted, showed your "itinerary" for the evening, and handed slippers before being led into the changing rooms, which also include the "heat experiences", hot and cold pools and a beautiful sauna. You receive a small ammenity kit to freshen up after your treatments and the locker facilities/lounge are absolutely elegant--fresh orchids stacked between the towels, immaculately clean and well-attended to, etc. My massause, for an 80 minute massage, was exemplary--she barely made a sound during the treatment, was diligent in keeping me gently covered, asked thoughtful questions prior to beginning about my goals, problem areas, etc, and most importantly was warm and kind. This is an expensive spa--$400 all in for an 80 minute massage--but it is far, far superior to other spa experiences I've had around the cityl
01/20/2007 Posted by knowingnyer
Having been to spas all over the globe I was horrified at my experience two days ago at The Mandarin Oriental Spa in my hometown of New York City! Having reserved a certain Asian inspired 1hr 50 min massage, I came prepared to relax and be pampered. The masseuse, Jenn, or Jenny, (I was so fed up by the end of my treatment that I didn't even want to know what name she went by), was a young, inexperienced woman who had no experience in the finesse and quietness of an Asian massage ritual. She was rough, made a lot of noise throughout the session, and seemed like she had been prepped minutes before about that particular massage. I was so disgusted that I left halfway through the ritual. I didn't intend leaving a tip and the bill of $430 plus a $77 service charge confirmed my decision. A total waste of an afternoon!
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