Spa treatments where it all began

At our Soma Spas in Crete, lavish surroundings, natural light and beautiful seascapes set the mood and promise an endless journey into tranquillity. The island itself, famed for providing the foundations of modern Spa practices dating back three millennia, continues even today to offer a Spa experience unlike any other.

The birthplace of medicine, Greece, and especially the island of Crete provides the perfect backdrop for awe inspiring Spa experiences.

SOMA SPA AT DOMES OF ELOUNDA, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION

Almost palatial in feeling and aesthetics, featuring black mosaic tiling with a scattering of gold details, beautiful Martinelli light artfully fixtures suspended above the Spa pool, and luxurious furniture from the likes of Moroso, Serralunga and Bonaldo, the Soma Spa sets the mood for an exhilarating Spa experience, where the perfect forms of the surroundings and floor to ceiling windows offering expansive seascape views outside - which bring an abundance of natural daylight inside - provide a blissful backdrop of the sheer bliss that awaits.

From the moment you step inside the Soma Spa, to the moment you leave, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, every detail and step of the Spa experience has been perfectly calculated and choreographed to provide a truly memorable treatment, whatever it may be.

Pampering wellness and beauty rituals which include a hammam, sauna, massage, along with a myriad of facial and body treatments as well as a waxing, facials and hand and foot care, have earned the Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection's Soma Spa by Elemis, the Best Resort Spa in Eastern Europe at the World Spa & Wellness Awards 2019.

With a number of treatments at Soma Spa even dating back to the traditions of Minoan Crete, each and every detail concentrates on providing complete mind-body balance using innovative Elemis® products, equipment and specialist practices conducted by a highly skilled team of knowledgeable therapists. Merging the wisdom of the past with the technology of the future, succumb to Signature therapies such as Cretan Inspired Botanical Journey (90mins), the Minoan Strength: The Mythology Spa Massage Ceremony (60mins) or the Hippocratic Therapeutic Massage (60mins), any one of the anti aging therapies or try one of the Elemis® potent therapies such as the Elemis® Peptide 4 Skin Sync or indeed one of the advanced technology equipment-based facial therapies such as the Elemis® Biotec Face treatments such as the Biotec Line Eraser therapy.

The design of the Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection Spa is as luxurious as the treatments on offer. Soft, warm towels await at the spa reception, while potent Elemis products are ready to be utilized.

From pure relaxation to anti-aging, firming, toning and cleansing treatments, Domes Resorts & Reserves' Soma Spas deliver exceptional results.

CAFÉ DU LAC The place to be

Located in the cosmopolitan town of Agios Nicholaos on the island of Crete, Café du Lac has quite rightfully become the town’s most historic emblematic cafe. Welcoming throughout the day, Café du Lac has come to be known for its quality, presentation and complete professionalism. Begin the day with breakfasts or perhaps Café du Lac’s legendary brunch featuring innovative dishes using only the very best produce. Further on in the day, savour any one of its signature cocktails, again with an emphasis on using the very best ingredients, i.e. premium spirits, often accompanied by fabulous live jazz performances.

28th Oktovriou 17, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00, Tel: +30 28410 26837

SOMA SPA AT DOMES NORUZ CHANIA, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION

Suffice it to say that in keeping with the Domes Noruz Chania’s vibrant luxurious hospitality offering, its Spa, namely the Soma Spa would be nothing short of marvellous. From the moment you step inside the 500 square metre space dedicated entirely to wellness and beauty, an instant sense of calm takes hold.

Upon entering, the brilliant Cretan sun fades away as the Spa comes into view. Dimly lit, its curvy corridor with rough, sand-made walls creates an oasis of calm as each and every step you take brings you closer to the Soma’s reception where you’re greeted with a heartfelt smile.

Just like its sibling at the Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection, the Soma Spa by Elemis® at Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection is so exceptional that it also won the Hotel Spa of the Year: Eastern Europe award from the World Spa & Wellness Awards for its remarkable design, treatments and results in

Hotel Spa of the Year in Eastern Europe for 2019, the Soma Spa at Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection is a must-visit.

2019. Offering so many pleasurable treatments that you would expect from a world class leading Spa, each and every detail has been conceived and designed around providing guests with a superior wellness destination experience. Savour every precious moment as you relax by the side of the heated indoor pool with a glass of water infused with Cretan citrus and organic herbs before deciding where you will go next, be that the hammam, sauna or Jacuzzi baths to further relax and rewind.

Naturally, all of the treatments are cutting edge, from anti-aging, rejuvenation and beauty rituals to beauty and hair and nail treatments. Choose from any one of the Elemis® signature treatments, or from the entire range of Elemis® BIOTEC therapies which make use of high-tech gadgets in combination with potent actives, or just relax as you enjoy one of the best massage therapies that you’ve ever had.

The design of the Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection spa evokes Mediterranean bathhouses (bottom).

JUNGLE SPA AT DOMES ZEEN CHANIA, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT, CRETE

Discover the true meaning of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation at the Jungle Spa at Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete. Based on the profound belief that our therapies can restore what has been lost, leading you to a stage of completeness, the Jungle Spa reflects its historical location, namely the evocative city of Chania, one of the oldest settlements in the world, which today is a tantalising mix of old and new. Seamlessly merging with the minimalist concept that is the Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete village and furthermore echoing the sights, sounds and smells as well as Crete’s undeniable beauty, the Jungle Spa could almost be compared to an openaired temple of wellness, beauty and balance. Here you will find the rituals and methods once used by the Ancient Greeks combined with the most recent healing techniques and results oriented products, to bring balance back to your body, mind and soul. Surrender yourself in a cocooning space where ancient age-old traditions, combined with the latest techniques and technological advancements offer results that you never thought were possible. Using Elemis® products and cutting edge Elemis® BIOTEC therapies, the approach taken at the Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete Spa is one that is entirely results oriented based on experience, expertise and natural, active ingredients.

With an extensive list of state-of-the-art treatments for the face and body, lie back and enjoy signature treatments, beginning with the Signature Soma Spa Immersion Catharsis which brings the essence of Greece into each treatment room using a Rose body balm, Aloe Vera mist and camomile and lavender essences before embarking with any one of the advanced body or face therapies.

With many energy and toning massages, stone therapy and even pregnancy treatments performed outside, the healing power of Mother Nature is also ever present to lend her helping hand …

The Jungle Spa offers potent treatments crafted by our spa experts in collaboration with industry leaders from across the world.

A transformative experience in the form of a holistic spa and wellness service, the Jungle Spa offers not only treatments but sauna, swimming and workout sessions as well.

Tel: + 30 2661 042 071