One of the probable origins of the word “Spa” is the motto “sanitas per aqua” (health through water) which is often found on Roman thermal baths.
Our Spa near Geneva, Nyon and Rolle is open to hotel guests and non residents wishing to enjoy a relaxing massage or treatment.
Far from the stresses of down-town Geneva, the Villa du Lac has a magnificent 500 m2 Spa, an area of wellbeing and relaxation where light and water come together in an atmosphere of luxury and calm. Our team of professionals, all absolutely dedicated to providing a calming and relaxing environment, offer a variety of body and facial treatments tailored to your individual needs.
Take some time out of a weekend at Hotel or Residence or a seminar in the Geneva region to come and relax at our Spa.
Decléor Treatment Prices
Wellbeing Centre
The Pool and Jacuzzi
With large bay windows overlooking the terrace, the gardens and Mont Blanc, the heated (31o to 33oC) leisure pool* incorporates an aquatic fitness trail, geyser with hydrotonics course equipped with massaging jets and a Jacuzzi right next to the pool. Peace, serenity and total contentment are the key words here.
The Gym
The gym is accessed directly from the Spa. It is equipped with treadmills which use a natural and efficient movement cycle to improve your cardiovascular system. There is also an elliptical cross trainer providing circular/oval pedalling and to and fro arm movements and an exercise bike providing a lower intensity workout for beginners. A multigym and a range of weights and dumbbells are also available.
Turkish Bath
After your workout, you can plunge into a Turkish Bath. The eucalyptus scented steam and starry domed ceiling will take your mind to another place.
The Decléor Range of Treatments
On arrival at the Spa you will be offered an herbal tea. You will then find yourself in the scented, luxurious and gentle world of DECLEOR aromatherapy. Surrender yourself and be pampered by the hands of our professionals, all experts in the different DECLEOR techniques.
Aqua-gym – Gentle Gym
If you want to tone up your body before the holidays or simply keep in shape throughout the year, why not try aqua-gym or gentle gym which are accessible to all ages.
Aqua-gym
Sessions take place in the Spa swimming pool where the water temperature is 31° to 33°C. This moment of relaxation will give you a sensation of weightlessness.
This form of exercise is ideal for people who want to enjoy getting fit without pain in relaxing surroundings in the company of an expert entirely dedicated to your physical wellbeing.
Gentle Gym
Do you want to get back into active sport? Choose “gentle” gym which combines balance, stretching and relaxation.
Various techniques are on offer such as the famous Makko-Ho:
These exercises consist of a series of stretching and limbering up movements aimed at improving energy circulation (Qi) along the meridian lines and the maintenance of supple joints.
Daily Life at the Spa
Opening Hours:
9.00am to 12.30pm & 2.30 pm to 7.30 pm
Access to space Welfare is is free and for the exclusive use of our residents ( Hotel and residence) .
However non resident customers can use our cabins for beauty cares & treatments.
The Spa swimming pool is open to hotel residents every day from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.
Treatment Timetable
Treatments ( for non residents and residents ) are available from Monday to Sunday morning by appointment.
From January 2. 2011, treatments will be available too Sunday afternoon.
It is preferable to arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your appointment time.
There are male and female changing rooms with showers and lockers for personal effects and bath towels and robes are available – these must be returned on leaving the Spa.
Health and Safety Rules:
Flip flop sandals must be worn.
(Bring your own or buy them at the Spa for 6 Euros)
Obligatory shower before and after treatment to preserve the serenity of the Spa and the wellbeing of our customers.
Mobile phones are not permitted in the Spa.
Bermuda shorts and swimming shorts are not permitted.
Access to the Spa is restricted to guests 16 years of age and older
Those under 16 can access each day between 19:00 and 22:00, but also from 12:30 to 14:30 Saturday and Sunday. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Reservations, Cancellations and Late Arrivals:
You can reserve or cancel by telephone or e-mail. Cancellations not made with at least 24 hours notice will be invoiced and late arrival will mean the treatment time will be shortened accordingly.
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