Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2011

By Jessica, June 21, 2011

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The third annual Irish Tatler Spa Awards took place in Dublin this week, commending the very best in spas, treatments and therapists from around the country. This year sees the Best Overall Spa split into two different categories: Best Hotel Spa and Best Destination Spa. The following are the 2011 winners:

Best Hotel Spa

Encompassing outstanding spa facilities, expert treatments and luxury hotel accommodation.

Winner:

• Farnham Estate Health Spa

Best Destination Spa

A special retreat where the spa philosophy permeates every aspect of the guest’s stay.

Winner:

• Monart Destination Spa

Best Facial

A facial with real and impressive results, executed with professionalism and finesse.

Winner:

• Kerstin Florian Antioxidant Vitamin C Facial at The Oasis Spa, Lyrath Estate Hotel

Highly Commended:

• Elemis Visible Brilliance Facial at Sanctuary Spa at Mount Wosley
• Sodashi Samadara Ultimate Age Defying Facial at The Spa at The Four Seasons Hotel

Best Body Treatment

An entire body experience guaranteed to pamper, relax and rejuvenate.

Winner:

• ESPA Chakra Balancing Treatment with Hot Stones at ESPA at the g

Highly Commended:

• Hot Stone Massage at Parknasilla Resort & Spa
• Signature K Spa Massage at The K Spa at The K Club

Best Treatment

The best overall treatment Irish spa-goers can indulge in, for well-rounded and luxurious results.

Winner:

• Inchydoney Sunshine Experience at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa

Highly Commended:

• Heavenly Body & Soul Ritual at The Spa at Druids Glen Resort
• Heritage Massage at The Heritage Golf & Spa Resort

Best Style

A destination of elegant design, inspiring surroundings and contemporary facilities.

Winner:

• The Spa at Castlemartyr

Highly Commended:

• ESPA at The Europe
• The Spa at Kilronan Castle

Best Therapist

For therapists who offer highly attentive and thoroughly professional service.

Winner:

• Michelle Kelleher at The Cloisters Spa

Highly Commended:

• Elaine Armstrong at Chill Spa at The Ice House Hotel
• Janine McMaster at The Spa at Cullodean

Best Service

A welcoming environment, friendly staff and knowledgeable therapists are essential features for the Best Service award.

Winner:

• Spa Solis

Highly Commended:

• Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa
• Spa Salveo

Innovation

Recognising creativity and constantly evolving treatments and services.

Winner:

• Delphi Mountain Resort & Spa

Highly Commended:

• The Well Spa
• ESPA at The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt

Readers’ Choice

The top spa in Ireland as voted for by readers of the Irish Tatler.

Winner:

• Spa Salveo