While luxury hotel spas like the Taj Palace Hotel in Colaba and the JW Marriott on Juhu beach are noteworthy, they typically cater exclusively to hotel guests. Fortunately, some exceptional spas in the city cater to a wider audience. The Taj Palace Hotel features the impressive 6,500 square foot Jiva Spa, which includes a Turkish hammam.

The Palms Spa, Colaba and Malabar Hill

Address: Ground Floor, Dhanraj Mahal, opp. The Yacht Club, Apollo Bandar, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India

Phone: +91 22 6634 9898

The Palms Spa offers a serene experience, perfect for weary tourists seeking renewal. Their treatment menu includes herbal detox, Thai, Balinese, and deep tissue massages, alongside innovative therapies. Notably, the spa uses high-quality products from Sothys and BCL. Mid-2017 saw the launch of their new state-of-the-art location, Bambuq by The Palms Spa, in Malabar Hill.

• Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily.
• Cost: Massage prices start from 1,400 rupees for a 30-minute reflexology foot massage. Expect to pay 3,400 to 3,900 rupees for a 60-minute massage, with 90-minute sessions starting from 4,900 rupees.
• Highlight: The Jet Lag package, which combines a body scrub, full body, and foot massage for 5,900 rupees.

Salt Escape, Fort

Address: Perin Nariman St, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India

Phone: +91 22 2269 0034

Opened in 2015, Salt Escape is Mumbai’s first spa to offer salt therapy, a treatment aimed at respiratory and skin conditions. The unique setup mimics a natural salt cave, enhancing your therapeutic experience. The owner established this oasis after seeking relief from chronic rhinitis.

• Opening Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily.
• Cost: Each session is priced at 1,400 rupees, along with various package options.

Myrah Spa, Juhu and Marine Drive

Address: 11, Palm Spring Society, Shoppers Stop, behind Juhu, Jukarwadi, JVPD Scheme, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049, India

Phone: +91 98200 40002

Myrah, named after the Greek word for “fragrance,” is immensely popular among Bollywood stars. The day spa, which recently opened a new branch on Marine Drive, spans 11,000 square feet, making it one of the city’s largest. Both branches offer a comprehensive range of services from massages to skincare and detox treatments. Expectant mothers can benefit from specialized prenatal massage therapies.

• Opening Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (weekdays); 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (weekends).
• Cost: Prices start at 2,500 rupees for a 60-minute Swedish massage, with couples “journeys” ranging from 11,000 to 23,000 rupees.
• Highlight: The Myrah Signature Envelopment, a rejuvenating treatment combining scrub, mask, and pressure point massage, leaves you feeling utterly refreshed.

Rewa Escape Spa, Mahalaxmi

Address: Rewa House Bungalow, Opposite Cadbury House & Audi South Bank of India Lane, Bhulabhai Desai Marg, Haji Ali, Mahalaxmi West, Breach Candy, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400026, India

Rewa Escape, Mumbai’s first bay-front spa, invites guests to enjoy a tranquil sea view. Established in 2011, this boutique spa prioritizes offering luxurious treatments at reasonable prices. Their offerings feature manicures, massages, and unique signature treatments like dry body massages.

• Opening Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Cost: A 30-minute foot or head massage is priced at 890 rupees; a 75-minute Ayurvedic Healing massage costs 2,800 rupees.
• Highlight: The House Favorite blends Thai, Deep Tissue, and Ayurvedic techniques for an invigorating experience (4,500 rupees for 105 minutes).

Spa la Vie by L’Occitane, Lower Parel

Address: Apollo Mills Compound, NM Joshi Marg, adjacent to Lodha Bellissimo, Lower Parel East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013, India

Phone: +91 98330 94394

Spa la Vie by L’Occitane is an expansive 8,000 square foot wellness sanctuary renowned for its luxurious and natural treatments. The spa features treatment suites comparable to mini hotel rooms, with exclusive offerings such as the signature “Aromachologie” massages and a hammam for unique wet body treatments. The spa recommends booking in advance, particularly for weekend appointments.

• Opening Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Cost: Starting from 3,250 rupees for a 60-minute full body massage, with body wraps priced at 3,500 rupees.
• Highlight: The 120-minute Provencal Detoxing Hammam treatment or Revitalizing Aromachologie Balinese and Lomi Lomi Massage is a must-try.

Areopagus Spa

Address: Ground Floor, Rasik Niwas, Girgaum Chowpathy Charmi Road, Off, N S Patkar Marg, next to Mercedes Showroom, Gamdevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007, India

Phone: +91 99204 68037

Areopagus Spa specializes in unique Japanese massage techniques, directly derived from ancient Shaitsu therapy. Services offered aim to purify and balance the body, with a mix of Chinese and Greek methodologies. Their signature massages include Tai Chi Therapy, which enhances the flow of life energies.

• Opening Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Cost: Rates begin at 1,770 rupees for a 60-minute foot reflexology treatment.
• Highlight: Energy Holds Therapy, a revitalizing full body massage to energize both body and mind.

Shen Reflexology, Khar

Address: 102, Glacis Tower, 391, Linking Rd, Above IndusInd bank, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052, India

Phone: +91 99307 17676

Shen Reflexology is known for its expert hand and foot massages, focusing on specific pressure points. Additional therapies such as hot stone reflexology and Shiatsu body massage aim to enhance relaxation and balance throughout the body.

• Opening Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Cost: Starting from 630 rupees for a 30-minute hand and foot massage.
• Highlight: The hand and foot reflexology combo provides a refreshing and rejuvenating experience.

Four Fountains De-Stress Spa

Address: 2nd Floor, Unit 201, Global Desi, Saffron Apartment, Linking Rd, above Anushree Reddy Showroom, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052, India

Phone: +91 73044 06004

Four Fountains Spa offers an array of affordable luxury treatments aimed at de-stressing and promoting health. Their services focus on addressing a variety of concerns, including fatigue, pain, and anxiety, through therapies like Swedish and Thai massages, scrubs, and facials.

• Location: Multiple locations including Bandra West, Powai, Andheri West, and Malad.
• Opening Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Cost: Most treatments range from 1,250 to 3,000 rupees, with weekday discounts available.
• Highlight: The 90-minute Deep Relaxation Package combining Pain Relieving Massage for sore muscles is highly recommended.

Honorable Mention: Metta Reflexology Spa, Bandra

Address: 81, Milagres House, Hill Rd, opp. Holy Family Hospital, Ranwar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India

Phone: +91 98705 99923

Metta Reflexology Spa, while less luxurious, offers outstanding value for money with exceptional massage therapists. Unique to this spa is the team’s visually impaired attendants, whose heightened senses of touch significantly enhance the overall massage experience.

• Opening Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Cost: 300 rupees for a 30-minute foot massage; 400 rupees for a full-body massage.