Each of us deserves a little indulgence from time to time – and a visit to the SPA can provide that. It's a great way to relax and a moment when you can finally truly unwind. However, uncomfortable, restrictive clothing can reduce your sense of comfort. So how should you dress and what should you bring to a hotel with a SPA?
How to dress for the SPA? Casual and comfortable!
It doesn't matter if you are going for a single treatment or a back massage at a local SPA salon, a SPA area in a sports or recreational complex, or if you're planning a stay at a lakeside hotel offering treatments – your outfit should provide you with comfort and complete freedom of movement.
The optimal, most commonly recommended solution is slightly looser clothing that in no way restricts or confines movement. However, there is one exception to this rule – many people decide to wear leggings to the SPA, which although tight, are sportswear and, if chosen properly, will provide you with maximum comfort. On warmer days, you can also successfully choose shorts.
What materials are worth choosing? For such a trip or outing, clothing made from natural, soft fabrics such as cotton, linen, or muslin works best. These are pleasant to the touch, skin-friendly materials that allow your skin to breathe freely. A loose fit will also make it easier to dress after a bath or treatment when your skin is damp, oiled, or moisturized. Keep in mind that the most important thing at the SPA is comfort – reserve tight, body-hugging, elegant clothes for other occasions for your own comfort.
What to bring to the SPA? The most important things
Preparing for a stay at a SPA hotel is somewhat different from going for a single treatment at a local clinic. Before your first visit, it may seem complicated, but nothing could be further from the truth – good organization and proper planning in advance are enough!
So what is worth bringing to the SPA? Much depends on the length of your planned stay and the facilities offered by the venue. Standard towels are provided in every room, but many hotels also offer their guests bathrobes or slippers – which may be connected not only to the room standard but also to the facility itself. If there is no bathrobe in your room, ask at the reception or staff if it can be rented for the duration of your stay.
How you dress and what you bring to the SPA also depends on the treatments you plan to use – back massage, full body massage, or care treatments. Depending on the specifics, method, and body area treated, you may need other items such as a swimsuit, slippers, or disposable underwear. However, you do not need to worry about the last item listed. Guests usually receive disposable underwear before treatments at the clinic, and if treatments require it – disposable shoes as well. The only thing you need to do in advance is to shower and wash off cosmetics or other products from your skin. Some people also do peeling and depilation, but if possible, it's best to consult this with the person performing the treatment beforehand.
What to pack for a hotel with a SPA and pool?
If you plan a trip to a hotel with a SPA and pool, don't forget your swimsuit! Besides the swimsuit, be sure to pack waterproof slippers, which will allow you to move safely around the pool area and enjoy all the amenities without restrictions.
If you have the opportunity to use a dry sauna or steam sauna during your stay, familiarize yourself with the rules of their use beforehand. According to tradition, a swimsuit is not suitable attire for the sauna – it's better to wrap your body only with a towel. You can bring extra towels with you or ask if you will receive them on-site at the facility.
Planning your first visit to the SPA? Or maybe you want to elevate your relaxation to an entirely new level and find the perfect place for it? Visit Klekotki SPA & Resort, located on the border of Warmia and Masuria. Guests have access to Sento SPA with a rich offer of DAY SPA packages, a sauna, and a jacuzzi, inspired by Japanese aesthetics and a conscious blend of traditional therapeutic practices with a modern approach to wellness.