It is not every day that we find an peaceful oasis of quietness and indulgence in the midst of our concrete jungle, but Calla Spa – The Newest All Day Luxury Spa at Suntec City – is going to be your next favourite haunt.

This luxurious spa sits within busy shopping mall, but we’d like to think of it as an urban oasis away from the hubbubs of the city. It boasts a spanking new facility that costs some S$4.50 million in renovations.

To kickstart its opening, we have an amazing deal just for readers of ladyironchef – simply quote “Ladyironchef” upon booking and you are immediately entitled to One-for-One Calla Spa Journey + Calla Massage (more details of the promotion at the end of this post).

A LIFESTYLE HUB

Calla Spa is like a contemporary forest. Inspired by the allure of nature, the all-new lifestyle hub sports a modern yet mysterious forest theme that is both enchanting yet inviting.

While our ideal spa paradise is one with mud pools and waterfalls, Calla Spa gave us a fresh perspective of how a modern spa can bring harmony to the soul. That it is a lifestyle hub means we can forget about our stress within minutes of stepping into the premise and simply sink into complete relaxation – of spa treatments, good food, movies and everything that we love.

Every spa admission entitles you to a whole day of luxuriating. Apart from the spa treatment(s) you have booked, the facilities are free for you to enjoy. There is also a bistro that will feed even the hungriest person. Listen – it is free-flow pizzas, pastas and waffles.

SPA FACILITIES

Whatever a modern-day spa needs to have, Calla Spa has it. And because your admission is valid for the whole day, it means you can fully experience and enjoy the facilities for as much as you want.

Think both wet and dry rooms for your steam and sauna treatments respectively, mineral pools, a relaxation lounge for endless movies and with reclining chairs, VIP room (subjected to availability) if you need somewhere conducive to work on your emails or if you need to conduct a meeting, and a bistro where your meals are settled.

We were told that the mineral pools at Calla Spa are filled with mineral water using a newly upgraded system combined with the latest original NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) ionisation oxidizing system. Of course, it meant that we spent quite some alone time soaking in the mineral pool.

We loved the hot and cold pools too, for the hot reinvigorates blood circulation while the cold soothes our nerves and stimulates our immune system.

Ain’t it amazing that we have such a rejuvenating option in the heart of the city, where everyone else is just engaged in a rat race and tearing their hair out from the stress at work? This is where you need to be at.

CALLA SPA BISTRO

You must be wondering about the bistro already.

It is a cosy spot in the premise with a menu that changes weekly, so that there is always something to look forward to. It includes unlimited helpings of appetisers, pizzas and pastas, drinks and desserts, as well as one serving of main course per guest.

Pay for whatever spa treatments you are going for and your admission to the spa includes meals all day long? We honestly cannot think of a better deal.

THE MENU OF LUXURIOUS SPA TREATMENTS

Calla Spa’s menu is simple but comprehensive. You have your usual pre-massage scrubs and body wraps, facials, and massages.

The menu has five different types of massages that are namely the Oriental Massage (Tui Na), Deep Tissue Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Post Natal Massage and signature Calla Massage. And there is foot reflexology as well.

If it is your first time, try the Calla Massage – a combination of traditional finger point pressure, lymph node movement and Swedish massage techniques to eradicate toxins and impurities from the body, enhancing the qi and improving overall well-being.

The ones who have zero tolerance for pressure and pain can go for the very relaxing Aromatherapy Massage which will send you deep into slumber. For the rest of us who enjoy a kickass rub to unknot all the tension in our bodies, the Oriental Massage is one to try. Note that the pressure can be quite uncomfortable if your pain tolerance is low, but know that it is for the betterment of your wellbeing. We sure felt a lot lighter after our session.

There is a private hair salon too, where you can luxuriate with cream baths and scalp treatments.

For all who are seeking some pampering for your face, the in-house specialty Pevonia lumafirm® Lift & Glow is one facial treatment to love.

FAR INFRARED SAUNA IN COUPLE SUITE

Couple rooms are available for booking at a nominal add-on. And while you think it is just about lying beside your loved one and enjoying your massage together, you are in for more.

There is a private far infrared sauna machine that is coveted for its benefits. It comes with an online wellness program that tracks your progress on how much toxins you have sweat out, as well as an entertainment system within the cabin to keep you occupied. This on its own is well worth the add-on for the couple room!

LADYIRONCHEF X CALLA SPA PROMOTION

As mentioned, quote “Ladyironchef” upon booking to get One-for-One promotion on Calla Spa Journey (spa admission) and the body massage treatment. The promotion (not valid in conjunction with other promotions) is available in 90mins (S$248, usual price S$496) and 120mins (S$288, usual price S$576). Valid for first timer only, until 30 June 2016.

This post was brought to you by Calla Spa.

g.spa is certainly no new kid in town, but it is quite possibly a hidden gem that many dismiss too quickly from its old building’s facade. We were one of those who overlooked them every time we drove past Guillemard Road, for the building looks really unpromising from the outside and we honestly did not think much.

Some time last month, we stepped in for a spa session, and we were shocked; somewhat dumbfounded, in fact! g.spa is HUGE, and this S$3.5mil development is as elaborate, if not more than most of the reputable spa places in Singapore.

And just when you think it is “just another spa house”, you might want to bring your attention to their facilities. g.spa is open for 24hours and it offers a whole range of signature treatments. That’s not all. The admission also includes unlimited helpings of food from G-café.

Readers of ladyironchef get a promotion of S$50 off your main treatments when you quote “Ladyironchef” upon booking/ checking out. More details at the end of this post.

THE FACADE

We cannot think of any less cliche phrases but to say “do not judge a book by its covers”. As much as we can be very superficial at times when it comes to aesthetics, we were totally proven wrong by g.spa’s old-looking building. But step in and you will start your spa journey with this grand entrance that is far from old-looking.

A 24,000 sq.ft spa awaits. It is huger than you think, and for the three hours that we spent in there, we got lost numerous times. The premise is dimly lit and provides sufficient privacy, and it adopts an oriental look that is no less relaxing.

Now, let’s go on with the maze.

STEAM ROOMS AND POOLS

There are designated areas for both males and females, so no one needs to feel intruded or uncomfortable.

Steam rooms are traditionally used to cause sweat because when the pores are opened, salts and toxins are removed from the body and cleansing takes place. But these days, steam rooms are also promoted as a pre-treatment relaxation, as well as relieve the body of any congestion.

The various hot and cold pools are among the hugest in Singapore’s spa history, and the males have it even better with the most stunning one – you probably would have seen photos of this pool everywhere on social media, magazines and what-have-you.

VIP ROOMS AND SEMINAR ROOMS

Want even more privacy without anyone disturbing you before and after your treatment? Book a VIP room at a nominal charge of S$30 to S$40 per hour. What’s so great about the rooms that we should totally top-up for it, right?

Because it has a large TV screen all to yourselves, a huge sofa, wifi connection, and can even double up as a meeting space! No, really. We heard the businessmen love to go for their respective spa treatments, then adjourn to a semi-formal discussion while still reaping in the post-spa benefits and comfort.

And if the VIP rooms are not huge enough for you, there is a Seminar Room that extends over 500 sq.ft and can hold up to thirty people. Spa and work do sound like a good combination after all.

RELAXATION LOUNGE

Ample seats for you to sink in to relax. Go into slumber or simply zone out pre/post treatment; your body will thank you for that quality rest.

EAT ALL DAY, ALL NIGHT

Eat your fill; we mean it. The admission includes unlimited helpings of food from G-cafe that is within the same premise, and it is most definitely one of the biggest entitlement that worked for us. It is like buffet, except that you eat round the clock now!

So you might be skeptical about their food. We were, too. And we were actually expecting typical bland and healthy spa food; boy, were we so wrong. We actually gobbled up every dish that we ordered?! The menu comprises sandwiches, Asian and Western mains, vegetarian options, and a selection of beverages that include fresh fruit juices, ginger tea (their signature and our favourite) and your regular sodas.

The menu changes weekly so that regulars will always have something to look forward to, and our picks are most definitely the curry chicken and kong-bao chicken rice.

THE TREATMENT MENU

With so many facilities to distract us, we can hardly keep our focus on the spa services itself. But while we are still exploring them ourselves, we are happy to share that their signature ‘Gateway to Vitality’ is not popular without a reason. For those who fancy strong massages, this will have the masseurs going right for your pressure points.

The series of Chinese Meridian Therapy is also recommended for those who are seeking relief to body aches. Couple treatments are available too, and they are done in the privacy of couple rooms.

24-HOUR ADMISSIONS AND RELAXATIONS

g.spa opens round the clock, in case you missed this part. Incredible and so very convenient. And their admission system works in our favour.

You see, as long as you book yourself for a treatment here at g.spa, even if it is just an hour-long massage, you are entitled to enjoy the facilities (and food) for 24 hours from the time you check in. We cannot think of a better deal than this, because you pay lesser than what you actually get!

Alternatively, there is also an a la carte admission that you may purchase if you just want to use the facilities and dine at G-cafe without having any spa treatments done. For non-members, it is S$68; members pay S$58. Whichever way, it is still cheaper than a night’s stay at a hotel, and this includes wifi and food!

EXCLUSIVE PROMOTION FOR LADYIRONCHEF READERS

Just for you readers of Ladyironchef, we have partnered with g.spa and are extending a promotion of S$50 off your main treatments (from now till 31 Jan 2016) when you quote “Ladyironchef” upon booking/ checking out. This is valid for all first-timers to g.spa, or if you haven’t visited in the last 12 months.

g.spa
102 Guillemard Road, #02-02
Singapore 399719
Tel: +65 6280 8988
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Mountbatten

This post is brought to you by g.spa.