So Spa
4.5
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Enter a relaxing haven where mind, body and spirit unite. Step into a Queenstown day spa, voted the Worlds Best Hotel Spa by Travel Leisure magazine. So Spa features a range of unique Maori rituals and signature European massage and beauty treatments. Soothe your body with the sensory experiences of the traditional Hammam Steam room, cedar wood Jacuzzi and Far Infrared Sauna.
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Jess R
Brisbane, Australia59 contributions
Jan 2017 • Friends
Oh my goodness... Where to start? We were recommended So Spa by Karen at Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel - somewhere for a genuine full spa experience. We had a wonderful time, beginning with the lovely concierge at the Sofitel finding a price list before they opened and taking our booking. From choosing the 'flavour" of our products/oils for our treatment, to the Hammam steam room, personalised treatment, relaxation area... it was all such a lovely and complete experience. Mum had a massage, and I had a facial. I appreciated that my therapist asked if I wanted her to tell me about each stage of the treatment, or if I just wanted to relax in the quiet. Definitely recommend So Spa, with quite reasonable prices considering the included use of the Hammam and relaxation area after the treatment.
Written 22 January 2017
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calebstrawbridge
Wellington, New Zealand95 contributions
Sept 2019 • Solo
A few weeks back I was treated to the So Spa by my husband while on holiday. I decided to have a pedicure and foot massage. The whole experience took 60 minutes, and was very relaxing, I left feeling stress free and refreshed. Would visit again.
Written 12 September 2019
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Ron E
5 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
I did the top to toe (pedicure, massage and facial) after a long trek. SO worth it. Ask for Valeria. She was amazing, and gave a great massage.
Written 8 March 2018
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303noelb
Auckland, New Zealand2 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Would recommend this Day Spa for a massage. Very friendly and professional. We had a couples Deep Tissue Massage and it really was well worth it.
Written 14 January 2018
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pankajgoel2016
Australia6 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Boujour! Sofitel Queenstown is a great hotel in the area. This was our third. Is it to this hotel and as always we were really looked after very well. I will recommend this to anyone who wishes to have a great relaxed time.
Written 3 November 2017
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annashere
Auckland, New Zealand4 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
A perfect spot for a weekend getaway - welcoming, great location, fantastic service, food and wine. We'd definitely go back.
Written 9 October 2016
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Chchfamily2014
Christchurch, New Zealand173 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
Enjoyed the "Journey for Two" as part of a weekend away in Queenstown.
Everything about the afternoon, all 3.5 hours of it, was exquisite.
The Spa is well appointed, the facilities of the highest quality staff were very attentive.
Would highly recommend for a couple wanting to indulge themselves.
Everything about the afternoon, all 3.5 hours of it, was exquisite.
The Spa is well appointed, the facilities of the highest quality staff were very attentive.
Would highly recommend for a couple wanting to indulge themselves.
Written 25 September 2016
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LizFromAkld
Auckland1 contribution
Sept 2016 • Couples
My So Spa experience was a gift so didn't know what I would get. 30 mins in the steam room, a scrub and an amazing massage.... Heaven! Enjoyed every second of it. Beautiful spa, lovely staff and products. Treat yourself! you won't regret it
Written 24 September 2016
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danieldP9317BA
Springfield4 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
Best massage ever. Hands down.
Superb facilities that leave all others i've been to behind. Top quality staff and treatments and superb surroundings.
Superb facilities that leave all others i've been to behind. Top quality staff and treatments and superb surroundings.
Written 20 September 2016
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Lynda T
Queenstown, New Zealand1 contribution
Jun 2016 • Solo
What a wonderful facial and spa. Thank you Sofitel it is always a pleasure. The products you use are very special and i love that there isn no sales pressure.
The therapist was professional and talented.
The therapist was professional and talented.
Written 9 July 2016
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