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Luxury hotel brands are doubling down on thermal wellness as demand for immersive spa experiences continues to grow. Accor, Marriott and IHG are leading the charge, transforming traditional hotel spas into state-of-the-art wellness retreats that blend history, innovation and indulgence, as Alex Summers reports.
rom the Canadian Rockies to the mountains of Oman, thermal bathing is emerging as a defining feature of the modern luxury resort. One anticipated opening in the former as part of the hotel wellness space is BASIN Glacial Waters at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, part of the Accor portfolio. Slated to open in the summer of 2025, this indoor-outdoor thermal experience is seeking to push the boundaries of spa luxury. “BASIN sets a new worldwide standard for thermal spa luxury and will be a flagship for Fairmont’s new well-being platform,” championed Emlyn Brown, senior vice-president, well-being, strategy, design & development at Accor, in a release.
Nestled within the awe-inspiring Canadian Rockies,
Accor’s BASIN Glacial Waters is looking to offer guests a multisensory, self-guided journey of reflection, renewal and vitality. Designed by renowned architect Matteo Thun, the space features an infinity pool that extends
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onto an outdoor deck, reflexology and waterfall feature pools. “Introducing this impressive facility at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is an invite for guests to take their interpretation of well-being discovery to an entirely different level,” added Tracy Lowe, general manager of the property.
Also touted in the long read of features is an array of thermal bathing options, including Finnish and Bio saunas, steam rooms and contrast therapy pools. Beyond its luxury appeal, BASIN seems to be signalling a broader shift within Accor’s wellness strategy. The integration of hydrotherapy, natural elements and high-end service aligns with the company’s vision of redefining hotel wellness, positioning thermal experiences as a cornerstone of its evolving hospitality model.
But what is thermal wellness really? Iceland’s Blue Lagoon can’t be the only player in town. Well, the
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