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We believe true health for both mind and body comes when diet, exercise, beauty and spa treatments work together in harmony.Explore and immerse yourself in new experiences, and learn techniques you can practice at home.Enjoy experiential classes covering visualisation, meditation, yoga, martial arts as well as a focus on healthy cooking and specifi c wellness dishes in all outlets. And keep an eye out for our calendar of events, all included in a wellness stay and featuring international master practitioners.A holistic approach.
Health and Wellness
Journey to personal transformationopportunities for life learning and self-empowerment in a restorative and holistic environment
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PERSONALISED ABHYANGAAyurvedic body massage / 60 or 90 minutesBlood Circulation • Detoxification • Deep RelaxingKnown as one of the best detoxifying and stress reducing therapies, Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy. Using warm herbal oils blended, Abhyanga helps to purge toxins, relax the central nervous system, and boost energy levels.
Specialised Holistic Therapies
ACUPUNCTURE & TUINA / 30, 60 or 90 minutesEnergy Balance • Pain Relief • Muscle RelaxationThe life force, known as «Qi», flows through meridians in the human body. These meridians and energy flows are accessible through more than 350 acupuncture points. Inserting needles into these points in appropriate combinations brings the energy flow back into proper balance. Tuina is a Chinese massage technique which may be applied in cases where the problem is more physical.
TOK SEN THERAPY / 60 minutesEnergy Balance • Rhythmic • Muscle RelaxationTok Sen massage is an ancient northern Thai practice that involves the use of a special wooden hammer, made from the bark of the tamarind tree, to relax muscles in a rhythmically tapping motion. Tok Sen therapy helps with physical aches and pains, energy blockage, pure circulation, and nerve probems.
SHIATSU60 or 90 minutes Muscle pain • Deep Relaxation & DestressShiatsu, known as Japanese acupressure, manipulates acupuncture points to stimulate the body’s healing system. This gentle but deep stimulation technique helps to promote quality sleep, and allows you to cope with physical and emotional issues such as muscle tension, breathing difficulty and low energy.
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE / 60 minutesDetoxification • Water Retention Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle connective tissue massage using very light pressure and slow rhythmed techniques to stimulate the immune system. Lymphatic drainage also reduces water retention and improves overall skin health.
PRE-NATAL MASSAGE60 or 75 minutes Relaxation • Muscle Tension & Water RetentionThis nurturing treatment aims to promote optimum well-being for mothers-to-be, combining 100% natural blended oils with special techniques that help relaxing your skin. Excellent for reducing water retention, and releasing muscle tension in the back, shoulders and lower legs.
POTTALI ABHYANGAAyurvedic body massage with herbal poultice / 60, 90 or 120 minutesBlood circulation • Muscular Stress • Joint PainFresh herbal rice and milk compresses are prepared for this treatment. These pottalis are dipped in warm oil infused with herbs and gently massaged on the body. Ideal to release muscular stiffness, tension and help to restore general well-being.
SHIRONASYATherapeutic head therapy / 90 minutesDeeper Sleep • Destress • ConcentrationAn Ayurvedic massage to relieve chronic headaches, sinus congestion and migraines using a warm, freshly prepared herbal rice poultice on the face, neck and head. This therapy will also help people with sleeping disorders.
BASTI THERAPIESTreatments for specific pain / 90 minutesKathibasti for lower back • Greevabasti for neck • Udarbasti for abdomen • Janubasti for kneesAches and Pains • Destress • Back StiffnessPowerful Ayurvedic therapy used for treating damaged muscular tissue, muscular pain and swelling. Medicated oil is poured and pooled for a fixed duration in a circle of paste constructed over the specific body part which needs healing. Basti is then followed by a local massage to stimulate and strengthen muscles.
CHINESE REFLEXOLOGY60 minutesChronic Aches and Pains • Rejuvenation • Health MaintenanceChinese Reflexology is a therapeutic style of reflexology, involving stimulation of acupressure points in the feet that have a direct connection to the various organs and glands in the body. Stimulating these points helps to eliminate toxins, reduce pain, improve the flow of energy and boost the immune system.
THAI YOGA MASSAGE60 or 90 minutesMuscle Flexibility and Mobility • Body StiffnessThai yoga massage concentrates on major energy meridians in the body and combines stretching and pressing techniques to enhance body flexibility and alignment, and release muscle pain, spasticity and joint stiffness.
HIMALAYAN SALT POT THERAPY120 minutesAches and Pains • Sense of Well-Being • Muscle StiffnessFrom traditional Thai medicine, salt pot therapy combines a 60-minute herbal oil massage with the use of heated clay pots and Himalayan salt to eliminate water retention and heal muscular pain and improve blood circulation.
Traditional Healing Across Cultures
THAI HERBAL MASSAGE60 or 90 minutesBlood Circulation • Deep Relaxation • DestressHerbal compress is a common method of treatment employed in traditional Thai medicine. Therapeutic essential oils are used to activate healing properties in your body. The hot herbal compress is pressed or pounded over the entire body in order to soothe muscle and stimulate the vital organs and senses.
SWEDISH MASSAGE60 minutesBlood Circulation • Rejuvenation • DestressThe Swedish massage is the most common and best-known type of massage in the West. This massage is ideal for stimulating circulation, flushing the circulatory system, releasing tight muscles, restoring range of motion and to relieve pain.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE60 or 90 minutesStress Relief • Blood Circulation • Chronic PainsDeep tissue massage works on the muscles and connective tissues to release physical tension, improve blood flow and help to accelerate recovery from chronic aches and pains.
BALINESE MASSAGE60 minutesStrained Muscles and Joint Pain • Deep Relaxation • Immunity Level A traditional deep tissue massage from the Balinese culture utilising long strokes, skin rolling, and palm and finger pressure techniques to ease away muscular pains, strengthen the body and improve blood flow.
SPORTS MASSAGE60 minutesMuscle Flexibility and Spasms • Blood Circulation A sports massage employs many kinds of techniques depending on what you desire and need. Sports massage begins with a variety of strokes and kneading, applied with moderate to deep pressure. A sports massage helps to improve flexibility, physical strength and blood flow.
INGHAM - STYLE REFLEXOLOGY60 minutesEnergy Wellness • Chronic Aches and Pains • Digestive Health An easy, safe and effective way to promote and maintain good health, Ingham-style reflexology stimulates reflex areas on the feet that relate to and affect the structure and functions of the human body. Particularly efficient for restoring equilibrium and revitalising parts of the body that massage alone cannot achieve.
SPORTS STRETCHING 30 minutesBody Flexibility and Mobility • Athletic PerformanceHighly recommended for sports lovers such as skiers and runners. This treatment is specially designed for relaxing and relieving muscle tension after workouts, and improving mobility.
HOT STONE THERAPY90 minutesMuscle Relaxation • Pain Relief • Deep RelaxationA therapeutic and rejuvenating massage using warm stones and moderate or deep pressure to intensely soothe aching muscles and help overall relaxation. Hot stone therapy is also excellent for improving blood flow and energizing natural body healing systems.
HEAD, BACK, NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGE45 or 60 minutesBetter Sleep • Sensory Nerve • Frozen ShoulderHead, back neck and shoulder massage with medium to strong pressure to your area of tension and stiffness, to relieve aches and pains.
NATURAL DELIGHTS60 minutes Explore a variety of the natural elements, herbs, aromatic flowers and ingredients used in our treatment wraps and scrubs, which are freshly prepared at The Park Gstaad Spa. We highly recommend these gifts of nature as supplements for your chosen massage session to promote a radiant glow to your skin.Talk with your therapist to personalise your own skin remedies. Select your favourite ingredients with different exfoliating and nourishing bases of local honey, fruits or organic vegetable oil.
• Orange, Swiss Honey and Brown Sugar • Thyme, Honey and Organic Brown Rice • Seasonal Vegetable or Fruit Sensation • Coffee, Vanilla and Brown Sugar
• Lunch & Dinner with programmed cuisine• Daily Wellness Lifestyle consultation by Spa Therapist• A welcome wellness gift set • Complementary use of thermal and fitness facilities • 10% discount for additional treatments (not transferable, redeemable or refundable)
Accommodation incl. breakfast has to be booked separately to best available rates.
Taste of Well-Being2 or 3 nights / based on seasonal rate
MIND-BODY CLASSESChoose from these Private Classes (60 minutes) Yoga, or Qi-Gong
TREATMENTSChoose from these Daily Massages (90 minutes)• Thai Yoga Massage• Thai Herbal Compress• Deep Tissue Massage
Choose from these Outdoor Activities (60 minutes)• Milk Bath at Local Farm (only in summer)• Hiking, Cycling, Mountain Biking
PARK GSTAAD SPA RETREATS
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Art of Renewal2 or 3 nights / based on seasonal rate
MIND-BODY CLASSESChoose from these Private Classes (60 minutes)• Pranayama breathing and Meditation• Yoga• Inner Visualization
TREATMENTSChoose from these personalized Ayurvedic Massages (90 minutes)• Basti Therapies• Personalized Abhyanga
Choose from these Beauty Wellness (60 minutes)• Orange, Swiss Honey and Brown Sugar Scrub• Thyme, Honey and Organic Brown Rice Scrub• Coffee, Vanilla and Brown Sugar Scrub• Seasonal Vegetable or Fruit Sensation Scrub
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All of our Spa retreats include the following benefits
The Indian traditional practice of Ayurveda can rejuvenate the body, calm the mind and help heal the spirit through a greater sense of awareness. Partake in a private class and private treatments to experience meditation or yoga, and personalized Ayurveda massages. Together with a skin cleansing scrub to leave your body feeling fresh and your mind at ease.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery. Our Wellness Advisor will guide you through our range of therapies, fitness programmes and nutritional options. Whether its pure relaxation, some time out or transformation, we will assist you in making the entire experience truly fulfilling.
De-Stress2 or 3 nights / based on seasonal rate
MIND-BODY CLASSESChoose from these Private Classes (60 minutes)• Pranayama breathing and Meditation• Inner Visualization• Yoga, or Qi-Gong• Personal Training
TREATMENTSHead Therapy (60 minutes)• Shirobhyanga
Choose from these Traditional Healing Wellness Treatments (60 minutes)• Thai Yoga Massage• Thai Herbal Compress• Swedish Massage• Balinese Massage• Deep Tissue Massage• Ingham Reflexology
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Sleep Enhancement2 or 3 nights / based on seasonal rate
MIND-BODY CLASSESChoose from these Private Classes (60 minutes)• Pranayama breathing and Meditation • Inner Visualization • Yoga, or Qi-Gong
TREATMENTSSleep Enhancement (60 minutes)• Tok Sen Massage
Choose from these personalized Holistic Health Healings (90 minutes)• Pottali Abhyanga, Ayurvedic Body Massage with Herbal Poultice• Personalized Abhyanga, or Ayurvedic Body Massage• Shironasya, or Therapeutic Head Therapy
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Many of us are addicted to stress living in fast-paced environment – which make us have no quality time to sleep, reflect self or create own balance and happiness. This program is suitable for people seeking deep rest, relaxation and better sleep. Each day of your stay will receive a series of holistic health therapies and mind-body activities-in which you are treated to release physical tension and quieten the mind, allowing body to reset and fall into natural sleeping patterns.
Tap into the power of the mind-body connection for regaining life balance, perfect for those who carry stress in their head and shoulders. This retreat focuses on calming the mind with massage options for total relaxation.
At the Park Gstaad, healthy cuisine is part of your wellness experience. We work with local artisans to source the best and most sustainable ingredients. Getting your diet right and eating well is key to achieving your personal objectives and this is why healthy and sustainable options can be found in our restaurants.
Beauty Inspired by Organic Lifestyle
NATURAL LIFTING 90 minutesCleanse • Nourish • Revitalize Specially designed for people wishing to enhance firmness and revitalise the skin’s life force. This intensive treatment incorpo-rates a deep facial massage with the use of an abundance of the finest organic essential oils, such as jasmine, rose, sandalwood and orange, as well as signature extracts of pomegranate and mangosteen – known as «God’s fruit» in Asia – to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of lines and dryness. As the result the skin becomes refreshed, firmer, lifted and completely rejuvenated and alive.
Over the past two years, The Park Gstaad Spa has partnered with JK7® by Dr. Jurgen Klein – who has devoted a lifetime of study in different sciences to unearthing the true secrets of nature, which have helped JK7® become the best natural and 100% organic skincare suitable for all skin needs. JK7® represents purity and quality as well as the well-being and longevity of the skin, body and mind.
Organic Beautyby JK7®
JK7® TOTAL BODY WORKS 90 minutesMind-Body BalanceA unique fusion of Eastern and Western techniques. This energizing experience focuses on relieving muscle tension and blockages, and promotes an overall sense of equilibrium and well-being.
SIGNATURE REJUVENATING MASSAGE60 or 90 minutesRevitalise • Personalised to Individual NeedsPersonalised to individual needs. A highly effective massage that employs specialised technique to increase energy levels, relax muscles and improve blood circulation. You will feel vibrant and revitalised!
DETOX AND REFRESH60 minutesPurify • Awaken • RenewEliminate impurities caused by daily air pollution by deep-cleansing, purifying and detoxifying your skin. This JK7® facial treatment offers the best purifying and restoring benefits from the essences of organic herbs combined with a special massage, face and head acupressure, and therapeutic hair pulling techniques for scalp awakening at the very end. Excellent for providing the skin with freshness and deep rejuvenation.
BODY INDULGENCE90 minutesDetoxify • NurtureThis all-encompassing treatment begins with overall body exfoliation, followed by the application of a body mask and a warm aromatic cream massage to enhance skin condition, nourish and hydrate the skin, allowing healthy new skin to shine through. The session also includes a mini-facial for deeper relaxation.
Seed to Skin body care products spirit us away on a journey of the senses to the heart of Tuscany, home of the brand and its key ingredients. Dating back to the year 1129, the Borgo Santo Pietro Estate is part of a stunning, centuries-old cultural landscape in a magical region that has long inspired art, literature and the desire to return. Now an award-winning luxury spa hotel and organic farm, it offers and ideal refuge for reflection and refueling. Borgo Santo Pietro is also the origin of the skincare line Seed to Skin. Cold-pressed oils and delicately aromatic extracts from the native flora detoxify the tissue, vitalize, firm and regenerate the skin of the body long-term, promoting wellbeing and a supple, youthful freshness. A complete, luxurious product palette (salt peeling, shower oil, shower gel, bath salt, body oil and body emulsion) takes us back to the elaborate skincare rituals of the ancient Romans and their thermal baths.
Naturally pureby Seed to Skin®
THE SEED TO SKIN CANDLE MASSAGE60 or 90 minutesSublime warm experience • profoundly relaxingSeed to Skin Exotic Tuscan Candle Massage is a ritual massage using a specially designed candle that burns at body temperature so the warm aromatic nutrient rich oils of avocado, coconut and shea butter, are dripped slowly onto the skin, giving an exotic sensation. The pace is slow with sweeping movements using deep pressure. Complete with a deep scalp massage, this truly heavenly experience will leave you with a profound sense of well-being.
THE BLACK MAGIC GLOW RITUAL60 minutesResurfacing • oxygenating glow treatmentThis Ritual adds another element to The Black Magic Ritual by helping to deeply moisturise and hydrate lacklustre complexions to really give them that “wow” factor. Effective and deeply relaxing, it combines our signature facial massage that lifts, drains and sculpts facial contours with visible resurfacing and a deep hydration boost. Using our targeted molecular delivery system, our formulas penetrate deep into the skin to stimulate cell regeneration, nourish and visibly plump. Skin will look bright and silky with a visible reduction in fine lines and an undeniable Glow.
THE ANT-STRESS RITUAL60 minutesNaturally calming • restorative facial treatment This Ritual is a uniquely effective and deeply relaxing ‘hands-on’ facial. It combines stimulating facial massage techniques that lift, drain and sculpt with personally prescribed Seed to Skin natural skincare. Our plant-based formulas penetrate deep into the skin where the active ingredients are most beneficial, helping define, calm and nourish stressed skin while promoting cell regeneration, improved texture and radiance.
THE BLACK MAGIC RITUAL60 minutesRefining • resurfacing • oxygenating facial treatmentThis Ritual is an effective and deeply relaxing ‘hands-on’ facial. It combines stimulating facial massage techniques that lift, drain and sculpt with deep detoxification. Our plant-based formulas penetrate deep into the skin where the active ingredients are most beneficial, helping to resurface, invigorate and oxygenate dull and congested skin. The treatment promotes cell regeneration and helps to firm and brighten, creating a youthful glow.
NOUGATINE Paris has created products that are dedicated to children from ages 3 to 12.
Kids Spaby Nougatine Paris
LUXURIOUS FACIAL SKINCARE*30 minutesWe start off by washing your face with Chantimousse. Once nice and clean, we apply a nourishing mask on your face using Chocodélice. This is followed by facial sculpting with our strawberry-vanilla scented Sensidouce and we fi nish up with our hydrating caramel scented Baume Bisous.* Conforms to facial skincare regimens
REST SWEETLY PRINCES AND PRINCESSES30 minutesRelaxing back, neck, arm and leg massage with our honey-vanilla scented Rêve d’Ange.
SWEET DREAMS30 minutesGentle head, neck and shoulder massage using our honey-vanilla scented Rêve d’Ange.
ROYAL PAIR - PARENT AND CHILD30 minutesParent and child share a wonderful relaxing massage in a double room using our honey-vanilla scented Rêve d’Ange.
FAIRY NAILS : MANICURE FOR OUR YOUNG PRINCESSES30 minutesHand massage using honey-vanilla scented Rêve d’Ange, nail fi ling and water-based nail polish for beautiful and soft hands.
Mind Body Wellness
Education is a fundamental path for life transformation. We encourage you to pursue intellectual classes and/or weekly activities to build on your lifelong well-being.
“ “PRANAYAMAPrivate or Group class for 30 minutes Pranayama is combined with meditation and/or yoga to achieve an optimal level of health and well-being. It will help treat a range of stress-related disorders, enhance stillness and improve the cardio-respiratory system.
INNER VISUALIZATION Private or Group class for 60 minutesThis technique will allow you to completely let go. By focusing on an image and controlling your breathing, you will enter in a state of total relaxation. Your imagination will take over and you will have the chance to let your mind run free, reinforcing new positive thoughts to adopt new ways of thinking and living.
YOGAPrivate or Group class for 60 minutes Yoga will improve your fl exibility, strength, blood circulation, lung capacity and digestive system. This will result in better body posture, calmness, and a higher ability to focus on daily tasks. Yoga is benefi cial for all ages, genders, and states of health.
MEDITATION Private or Group Class for 30 minutesMeditation is one of the most powerful techniques for healing, training and transforming the mind. Practicing meditation regularly can also help with headaches, depression and digestive problems.
QI-GONGPrivate and Group class for 60 minutes Qi-Gong practices can be classifi ed as martial, medical, or spiritual. All styles involve posture and breathing techniques with a strong focus on the mind. Practices vary from soft styles such as Tai Chi to energetic styles such as Kung Fu.
PERSONAL TRAININGPrivate for 60 minutes Our professional fi tness trainer will guide you through a series of exercises to establish your cardio, strength, sense of balance and fl exibility, and teach you how to perform the best exercises to keep on top of your fi tness regime.
ADVANCE BOOKINGWe highly recommend booking your treatment at least 24 hours in advance to ensure that your preferred time and service is available. This also applies to group classes , which are limited to 6 persons at a time.
ARRIVALWe recommend that you check in at the Spa reception at least 20 minutes prior to your first scheduled appointment. This allows us to have a discussion with you about your treatment expectations and gives you time to relax. Please understand that late arrivals will not receive an extension of scheduled treatments.
Wellness Centre EtiquetteOpen from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
AGE REQUIREMENTThe minimum age requirement to access the Spa is 14. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Kids Spa Treatments by Nougatine Paris are offered to kids from age 3 to 12.
CANCELLATIONSPlease allow four hours notice of cancellation to avoid a 50% charge. Cancellations or no shows within four hours will incur a 100% charge. For non-hotel guests, a credit card number is required at the time of booking.
CELLULAR TELEPHONENoise pollution adds to our everyday stress. In order to ensure tranquility and relaxation, we request you to kindly turn off your cell phone.
VALUABLE ITEMSWe recommend you leave and lock all valuable items in your bedroom safe. For non-residents, personal lockers can be found in the Spa changing rooms. The Park Gstaad Spa declines all responsibility for valuables lost or stolen at the Spa.
GRATUITY & VAT7,7% value-added tax (VAT) will be added to your final bill. Personal gratuities are at your discretion.
HEALTH CONDITIONSPlease advise us of any health conditions, allergies, or injuries, which could affect your treatment when making your Spa reservation.
NO SMOKINGThe Spa is a healthy and smoke-free environment for all of our guests. Kindly refrain from smoking within the Spa area.
PREGNANCYWe have specially designed treatments for expectant mothers. Please allow our reception to guide you in selecting which treatments are most suitable for you during this special time.
SPA SHOPTo continue your Spa regimen at home, all products used in the treatments and services are available in the Spa shop.
