From barbershops and beach clubs to massages and facials, these are the best places to relax and recharge.
The eighth edition of the FACT Spa & Wellness Awards UAE was held in April 2026, recognising excellence across the country’s wellness industry. A total of 56 awards were presented across 29 categories, celebrating achievements at more than 150 hotel venues, independent spas, salons, health clubs, and wellness centres.
The FACT Spa & Wellness Awards celebrate excellence across the health and wellbeing industry. Winners are selected through a combination of public votes and expert opinions. Each category features two awards: BEST, chosen by the FACT editorial team as the critic’s pick, and FAVOURITE, determined by public vote. To learn more about the selection process, click here.
Without further ado, here are your 2026 winners:
Beauty Salon in Dubai 2026
Best: We Nails – Dubai Marina
When a salon has the tagline, “Act like a lady, think like a boss”, you know it means business. This is a one-stop shop for your beauty needs. The treatments include hair, beauty and, of course, as the name states, nails. Plus, the bold design is on-trend – think neon slogans, brightly coloured chairs and industrial chic décor.
Contact: https://wenails.ae
Favourite: The Nail Spa – Various Locations
If you love to express yourself through your nails, then The Nail Spa is the perfect place. The team has fun, funky nail designs that will help you put your best hand forward. The extensive menu shows that they are not messing around. Choose from Nail Art by ArtBar, extensions, add-ons and more.
Contact: https://thenailspa.com
Hair Salon in Dubai 2026
Boho Salon – Arjan
Boho Salon brings a more thoughtful approach to beauty, blending a calm, bohemian aesthetic with specialist expertise in colour, curly hair, lived-in balayage, blondes, hair extensions and scalp rituals. The Arjan branch also offers nails and beauty services, making it a one-stop address for everything from transformative cuts and colour to restorative treatments. What sets it apart is its holistic, eco-conscious positioning, with vegan and cruelty-free credentials that add to its appeal.
Contact: https://bohosalon.ae
Favourite: Tara Rose Salon – Various Locations
Tara Rose Salon has built a loyal following in Dubai by pairing personalised service with a warm, intimate atmosphere and a strong focus on ongoing education and contemporary hair expertise. With locations in Motor City and Al Quoz, it feels equal parts neighbourhood favourite and luxury beauty address. Expect precision cuts, glossy blow-dries, and standout colour work, while top treatments include balayage, Olaplex, Gloss Boss, BlondMe Detox, and Fibre Clinix, alongside facials, nails, and beauty services. It is easy to see why FACT recognised the brand, with Tara Rose Kidd’s salon named Favourite Hair Salon in Dubai at the FACT Spa & Wellness Awards UAE for the second year in a row.
Contact: www.tararosesalon.com
Male Grooming in Dubai 2026
Best: Akin Barber & Shop – Various Locations
Akin Barber & Shop has carved out its own lane in Dubai’s grooming scene, pairing old-school New York barbershop energy with a contemporary, culture-led edge. Founded in 2015, the independent concept has become as much about community and lifestyle as it is about looking sharp, with outlets at 25hours Hotel One Central, Burj Al Salam and in Abu Dhabi. Signature services at the independent and trendsetting men’s grooming destination include precision haircuts, skin fades, beard trims, and classic straight-razor shaves, all delivered with serious attention to detail. It is easy to see why FACT continues to recognise the brand, with Akin winning Best Male Grooming in Dubai for five consecutive years. You’ll even find yourself enjoying a speciality coffee from Dubai’s leading roasteries with every cut or shave as your grooming needs are tended to by Akin’s highly skilled hair and beard stylists.
Contact: www.akinbarbershop.com
Favourite: Chaps & Co – Various Locations
Chaps & Co has become one of Dubai’s most recognisable male grooming brands, thanks to its blend of traditional barbering, contemporary style and lifestyle-driven energy. The homegrown concept offers more than a straightforward trim, with highlights including precision men’s haircuts, bespoke beard trims, colour and keratin services, men’s facials, massage and mani-pedis, making it a one-stop shop for modern grooming. It is easy to see why it is a multiple FACT award winner, and with expansion to Riyadh and New York, this Dubai-based brand is going truly global.
Contact: www.chapsandco.com
Fitness Centre in Dubai 2026
Best: The Warehouse Gym – Various Locations
The Warehouse Gym has built a loyal following in Dubai by making fitness feel less clinical and far more culture-driven. With multiple locations across the city, the homegrown concept blends serious training spaces with bold design, high-energy classes and a strong sense of community. Highlights include strength and cardio sessions, CrossFit, mobility work and personal training, while standout recovery-focused offerings at selected branches include ice baths, infrared saunas, cryotherapy and red light therapy. It is easy to see why FACT recognised the brand as Best Fitness Centre in Dubai for the second year in a row.
Contact: https://whgym.com
Favourite: Barry’s – Various Locations
Barry’s continues to set the pace for boutique fitness in the city, which is why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. With locations in DIFC and Dubai Marina, the high-intensity concept is famed for its signature Red Room workouts, where treadmill sprints meet strength training in a fast-paced, music-led setting. Classes are the main draw, particularly full-body sessions and targeted formats focused on arms, abs, lower body and endurance. Add sleek changing rooms, a polished studio experience and the popular Fuel Bar for post-workout shakes, and it’s easy to see why Barry’s remains one of Dubai’s most in-demand fitness destinations.
Contact: www.barrys.com
Swimming Pool in Dubai 2026
Best: Cloud 22 – Atlantis The Royal
Cloud 22 brings high-altitude glamour to Dubai, which is exactly why it has secured its place as a FACT Award winner for the third time. Perched at Atlantis The Royal, the sky-high destination is best known for its ultra-luxurious infinity pool, sweeping views of Palm Jumeirah, and an adults-only atmosphere. Highlights include floating beds, chic sun loungers and private cabanas that turn a pool day into a full-blown lifestyle experience. Stylish, social and unmistakably Instagrammable, Cloud 22 remains one of Dubai’s most coveted daytime escapes.
Contact: www.atlantis.com
Favourite: AURA SKYPOOL – The Palm Tower
This is the pool that launched a thousand selfies. AURA SKYPOOL remains one of Dubai’s most striking lifestyle destinations, which is exactly why it has once again earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Set high above the city, it is billed as the world’s highest 360-degree infinity pool and pairs panoramic views with a design-forward atmosphere. Highlights include the signature Sunrise Pool Experience, vibrant afternoon sessions and atmospheric evening swims, while wellness-led offerings such as breathwork and classes add another layer to the experience.
Contact: auraskypool.com
Pool & Beach Day Access in Dubai 2026
Best: Tagomago – Palm Jumeirah
Tagomago brings a slice of Ibiza to Dubai, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Set on Palm Jumeirah, the beachfront destination pairs bohemian Balearic energy with an all-day leisure experience. Highlights include its private beach, family-friendly sunbed setup, and the adults-only floating pool, which offers a more elevated escape for laid-back afternoons in the sun. There is also a chiringuito for drinks and light bites, adding to the easy-going island atmosphere.
Contact: https://tagomago.ae
Favourite: WET Deck – W Dubai – The Palm
W Dubai – The Palm’s WET Deck is one of the most buzzing beach clubs in Dubai. The volume and vibes are turned up to the max at the adults-only venue. The DJs get the party started, and the pool bar gets the drinks flowing. Sip on signature cocktails and enjoy pool bites while overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina. Plus, it is close to the beach, so you can dip your toes into the water.
Contact: www.wetdeckdubai.com
Beach Club in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: Saadiyat Beach Club – Saadiyat Island
The family-friendly Saadiyat Beach Club is located on a 9km stretch of Blue Flag-certified beach. Set along the powder-soft shoreline of Saadiyat Island, the venue pairs a private beach with turquoise waters, an infinity pool and chic cabanas that make all-day lounging feel suitably elevated. There is also a gym, spa, sauna and steam room, adding a wellness element to the experience. And if it’s good enough for the Hawksbill turtles, then it’s good enough for us. As this is a protected habitat, the little creatures may make an appearance, which helps this win cute points. Plus, the Mediterranean dishes at Safina add to the tropical vibe.
Contact: www.saadiyatbeachclub.ae
Favourite: Café del Mar Abu Dhabi – Yas Bay
Café del Mar Abu Dhabi brings Balearic beach-club energy to Yas Bay Waterfront, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Inspired by the iconic Ibiza brand, the venue blends a sun-soaked infinity pool, private cabanas and waterfront views with a lively social atmosphere that shifts effortlessly from relaxed day lounging to DJ-led sundowners. Expect stylish day beds, poolside events and a Mediterranean-inspired food and drinks offering that keeps the experience polished from morning to late evening.
Contact: https://cafedelmarabudhabi.com
Beach Club in Dubai 2026
Best: Nikki Beach Dubai – Pearl Jumeira
If you want to channel your inner FACT’s Editor-in-Chief, then head to Nikki Beach Dubai. Winner of multiple FACT awards, this beach club continues to define barefoot luxury on Pearl Jumeira. The stylish space pairs a white-sand shoreline with an oversized leisure pool, a swim-up bar, and a lineup of sunbeds, cabanas, and VIP spaces that keep the vibe high from day to night. First opened in 2016, the venue recently refreshed its look, reinforcing its status as one of the city’s most enduring day-to-night destinations. Add coastal cuisine from Chef Kavish Chimajee, signature cocktails and regular DJ-led happenings, and it remains a go-to for glamorous seaside escapes in Dubai.
Contact: https://nikkibeach.com
Favourite: Sirene by Gaia – J1 Beach
Sirene by GAIA has quickly become one of Dubai’s most sought-after seaside addresses. Created by Chef Izu Ani and Evgeny Kuzin, the J1 Beach destination blends Aegean-inspired style with the world’s biggest beach club. The real draw lies in its striking swimming pool, 300 sunbeds, luxurious cabanas and a series of terraced spaces that flow effortlessly down to the shore. Add hidden bars, DJ-led energy and an all-day atmosphere, and Sirene by GAIA delivers the kind of glamorous beach escape that Dubai does exceptionally well.
Contact: https://sirenebeach.com
Wellness Centre in Dubai 2026
Best: PEAQ Wellness – Al Quoz
PEAQ Wellness has brought a fresh energy to Dubai’s wellness scene, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Located in Al Quoz, it bills itself as the region’s first social wellness club, blending fitness, recovery and community under one design-led roof. Created by the UAE-born entrepreneur Ali Hassoun, the offering highlights high-intensity Lagree classes, contrast therapy with sauna and cold plunge experiences, and a broader recovery offering that turns post-workout rituals into part of the lifestyle. Add an in-house café and an industrial-chic setting, and PEAQ stands out for making wellness feel both aspirational and genuinely social.
Contact: https://peaqwellness.com
Favourite: Banya Forrest – Bluewaters Dubai
Forget about the ice bucket challenge. Banya Forrest on Bluewaters is a Slavic spa. The concept reimagines the traditional banya experience through a design-led, mixed-gender social wellness space built around contrast therapy. Guests move between signature wet steam, a 6°C plunge pool, a snow room and ice-cold bucket showers, while communal fresh steam ceremonies and Slavic dining turn recovery into something far more immersive. There is also a private banya for groups and more exclusive sessions. Refined, restorative and genuinely distinctive, Banya Forrest makes wellness feel both elevated and memorable. Channel your inner Wim Hof.
Contact: www.banyaforrest.com
Independent Spa in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: Kintsugi Space – Al Reem Island
Located on Al Reem Island, the ladies-only sanctuary blends ancient healing philosophies with modern wellness technology in a serene, design-led setting. Highlights include yoga, sound healing, face and body rituals, and bespoke programmes shaped around its A.R.T. of Beautiful Wellness philosophy: awareness, resilience and transformation. More than a conventional spa, Kintsugi Space stands out for offering a deeply holistic experience that feels thoughtful, restorative and genuinely distinctive in the capital. Whether you’re into ayurveda, naturopathy, psychology, or cutting-edge quantum technology, this space has it all.
Contact: https://kintsugispace.com
Favourite: The Nail Spa – Various Locations
If you’re all about self-expression and self-care, The Nail Spa goes far beyond fabulous nails. While their signature ArtBar designs are perfect for showing off your personality, it’s their wellness treatments that truly elevate the experience. For skin that glows, the Anne Semonin facials combine French luxury with targeted skincare to refresh and revitalise. Need to unwind on a deeper level? The Shiatsu Healing Touch and Herbal Poultice Massage use traditional techniques to release tension, while the Five Elements Massage offers a bespoke experience based on your elemental needs.
Contact: https://thenailspa.com
Independent Spa in Dubai 2026
Best: SENSASIA – Various Locations
Refined, restorative and consistently excellent, SENSASIA is one of Dubai’s most dependable addresses for wellness. Established in 2004, the homegrown spa brand blends Balinese grace, Japanese elegance and Thai tradition across a portfolio of city locations. Each focuses on serene, design-led spaces, a strong reputation for intuitive therapists and a treatment menu that covers massages, facials and full-body rituals. Standout experiences include the signature Balin-Ease massage, bespoke facials and cocooning spa packages that elevate the experience beyond a simple treatment.
Contact: https://sensasiaspas.com
Favourite: Zaaz Wellness & Beauty – Jumeirah 3
ZAAZ Wellness & Beauty offers a more thoughtful take on self-care, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Tucked away in Jumeirah 3, the ladies-focused sanctuary blends beauty and wellness in a serene, design-led setting shaped by Moroccan heritage. Its standout is the signature hammam, which sits at the heart of the concept, while massages, facials, hair, nail, lash and body treatments make it an all-in-one destination for polished maintenance and genuine downtime. Add natural products, relaxation spaces and an atmosphere designed to feel like a micro-retreat, and ZAAZ stands out as one of Dubai’s most restorative beauty addresses.
Contact: www.zaaz.ae
Spa Brand in Dubai 2026
Best: ARMANI/SPA – Armani Hotel Dubai
Addresses don’t get more Dubai than Burj Khalifa. Armani/Spa matches the prestige of its location and manages to be what every city spa aspires to be – an escape from the bustle on its doorstep. The 12,000-square-foot spa stands out for its sleek, minimalist design, hushed atmosphere, and highly personalised approach to treatments. Highlights include tailored massages, bespoke facials and thermal bathing experiences designed around relaxation and reset, all delivered with the refinement you would expect from the Armani name. Enter like you’re on the runway, and leave feeling zen.
Contact: www.armanihotels.com
Favourite: Guerlain Spa – One&Only The Palm
Guerlain Spa at One&Only The Palm is a Moorish sanctuary that brings Parisian polish to Palm Jumeirah. The UAE’s only Guerlain Spa stands out for its deeply personalised approach to wellness, pairing innovative massages and beauty rituals with a serene beachside setting. Highlights include nine treatment suites, a VIP double suite, a private hammam, a sauna, a relaxation lounge, and an 18-metre adults-only pool. The treatment menu blends age-old traditions with modern expertise, making every visit feel tailored, polished and indulgent. For example, one of the exclusive treatments, Desert D’Orient Hammam Ritual, uses a Guerlain body wrap and takes you on a sensory journey.
Contact: www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Spa Design in Dubai 2026
Best: The Bvlgari Spa – Bvlgari Resort Dubai
The Bvlgari Spa at Bvlgari Resort Dubai delivers Italian glamour with genuine substance, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Set on Jumeirah Bay Island, the 1,700-square-metre sanctuary is defined by sleek design, hushed luxury and a sense of calm. It features seven treatment rooms, a couple’s suite, a hammam, a 25-metre indoor pool and the spa’s signature vitality pool, inspired by the ancient Caracalla Roman baths. Refined treatments, exceptional facilities and an unmistakably elevated atmosphere make this one of Dubai’s most sophisticated wellness addresses.
Contact: www.bulgarihotels.com
Favourite: The SPA – Palazzo Versace Dubai
Channel your inner Jennifer Lopez and head to this designer hotel. Palazzo Versace Dubai is a celeb favourite, boasting treatments that will make you feel red-carpet-ready. Set within the hotel’s opulent West Wing, the almost 1,000-square-metre sanctuary is suitably luxurious, especially in the traditional hammam, where you are soaped and scrubbed, leaving you feeling well and truly pampered. Expect seven treatment rooms, a spa suite with a private Jacuzzi and monsoon shower, and separate male and female thermal areas. The treatment menu spans result-driven facials, holistic massages and energising body rituals, all delivered in unmistakably Versace surroundings.
Contact: www.palazzoversace.ae
Facial Treatment in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: The Pearl Spa & Wellness – Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
The Pearl Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island delivers results-driven wellness, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner for the second year in a row. The standout here is the facial menu, which goes well beyond the expected, from Hydrafacial Classic and Deluxe to Biologique Recherche’s Booster Facial and VIP O2 Oxygenating Facial, plus the Green Caviar Pearl Facial by Dr Burgener Switzerland. The wider spa experience is equally refined, with tailored body therapies, wellness programming and a serene waterfront setting that adds to the sense of escape. Put your best face forward.
Contact: www.fourseasons.com
Favourite: Chi, The Spa – Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Inspired by Asian healing philosophies and rooted in Arabian traditions, the spa stands out for its treatments using natural, locally inspired ingredients. The facials deserve special mention, with Biologique Recherche products bringing a more results-driven edge to the menu. Alongside the facial offering, guests can expect restorative massages, tailored rituals and a calm, cocooning setting that makes every visit feel genuinely indulgent. Book the Rejuvenating Collagen and Caviar Facial for an extra-glam look.
Contact: www.shangri-la.com
Facial Treatment in Dubai 2026
Best: The Pearl Spa & Wellness – Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
The Pearl Spa & Wellness is a luxurious haven for your relaxation and rejuvenation needs. Specialised services range from a personalised anti-ageing treatment with Dr Burgener to HydraFacial technology. The Arabian-inspired spa is beautifully designed and brightly lit, with an indoor lap pool and 10 treatment rooms, some of which are big enough for two. The facials deserve special mention, especially the Biologique Recherche-powered Booster Facial and VIP O2 Oxygenating Facial, both designed to restore radiance and deliver visible results. Add bespoke massages, signature wellness journeys and a quietly luxurious setting, and this remains one of Dubai’s most serene spa escapes.
Contact: www.fourseasons.com
Favourite: The Spa – Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
The tranquillity is real at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai. Spread across 2,000 square metres, the sanctuary features nine treatment rooms, including two couples’ suites, a dedicated hammam-style suite and a sea-facing VIP suite, alongside a vitality pool, sauna, steam room and relaxation lounge. When only opulence will do, there are facials aplenty, including the results-driven Bio Lift & Bio Light Facial, which uses microcurrent and LED therapy to lift, tone and boost radiance. Elegant interiors, exceptional facilities and a treatment menu that balances high-tech results with deep relaxation keep it among Dubai’s finest spa addresses.
Contact: www.mandarinoriental.com
Couples Treatment in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: eforea spa – Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Tucked inside one of Yas Island’s most stylish resorts, eforea spa pairs signature treatments, facials and massages with a tranquil thermal circuit that includes a warm whirlpool, steam room and sauna. Couples treatments deserve special mention, thanks to the dedicated couples treatment room and shared experiences that make it ideal for a restorative escape for two. The beds are on wooden frames, which give them a back-to-nature vibe. Sleek, serene and reliably indulgent, eforea stands out for delivering resort-style wellness with genuine substance in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s entertainment hub.
Contact: www.hilton.com
Favourite: AWAY Spa – W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island
AWAY Spa at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island brings the brand’s signature energy to wellness, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Set above Yas Marina, the two-storey sanctuary blends bold design with a more indulgent sense of escape, pairing massages, facials and body treatments with separate male and female areas and a private hammam. Couples treatments are ideal for a restorative reset for two.
Contact: www.wabudhabiawayspa.com
Couples Treatment in Dubai 2026
Best: Banyan Tree Spa Dubai – Banyan Tree Dubai
Tucked away in a quiet corner on the ground floor of Banyan Tree Dubai, this space promises a holistic experience. Banyan Tree Spa Dubai delivers the kind of serene, sensorial escape that makes it a deserving FACT Award winner. Highlights include the spa’s signature Royal Banyan ritual, hydrothermal wellness experiences and beautifully appointed treatment suites that feel deeply private and restorative. The Royal Banyan Couple Experience, which combines steam, exfoliation, and soothing, ritual-led therapies in a hammam-inspired setting, is elegant, immersive, and genuinely transportive.
Contact: www.banyantree.com
Favourite: Saray Spa Palm Jumeirah – Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah is full of surprises, with a thermal suite featuring a sauna, steam room, plunge pool, and relaxation lounge, plus a treatment menu spanning massages, facials, and rituals rooted in regional traditions. The pinnacle of luxury and privacy comes together in the exclusive couple’s treatment suite. Every detail has been carefully crafted to create an intimate ambience. Indulge in side-by-side massages, 20 minutes in the Jacuzzi and hot stones.
Contact: www.marriott.com
Hammam Treatment in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: The Spa at Mandarin Oriental – Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
When you step into The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, it feels like you are stepping into a luxe Bedouin home. Think Arabic carpets, plush cushions and, of course, a beautiful Moroccan hammam. Set within a 1,500-square-metre sanctuary, the space draws on Moroccan influences and Oriental healing traditions, pairing polished design with a deeply restorative sense of calm. We’d recommend the Mystic Moroccan Hammam, which is a two-and-a-half-hour experience that includes a full-body exfoliation, a clay body mask, and Argan hair oil application. If you want to share the experience, book The Royal Couples Hammam will leave you feeling like royalty.
Contact: www.mandarinoriental.com
Favourite: The Spa – The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
The Spa at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is a sanctuary. Time-honoured traditions blend with modern design. At the heart of the spa is the hammam, which offers a range of experiences. The Turkish Bath Ceremony lasts 75 minutes, and includes a steam, scrub and soap. The Tekmida Body Ritual lasts 90 minutes, and includes a scrub, soap and the use of hot towels to promote relaxation. Each blends steam, exfoliation and restorative rituals into a genuinely immersive hamman experience. Add bespoke massages, high-performance facials and a refined sense of calm throughout, and this remains one of the capital’s most elegant and spa destinations.
Contact: www.stregisspasaadiyat.com
Hammam Treatment in Dubai 2026
Best: One&Only Spa – One&Only Royal Mirage
One&Only Spa’s hammam is the stuff that hammam dreams are made of – think steam rooms, marble slabs and herbal baths. Set within one of Dubai’s most regal resorts, the spa pairs bespoke massages, advanced facials and personalised rituals with a deeply calming, design-led setting. The Oriental Hammam is the standout, bringing traditional Arabian wellbeing rituals, steam and full-body therapies together in palatial surroundings that feel both authentic and indulgent. Add a wider wellness offering that spans beauty treatments and holistic experiences, and this beautiful beachfront oasis evokes the opulence and splendour of an Arabian palace – the ideal setting for a traditional Hammam.
Contact: www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Favourite: Silk Spa – Al Habtoor Palace
Silk Spa at Al Habtoor Palace brings palatial glamour to Dubai’s wellness scene. Set within one of the city’s most palatial urban addresses, the spa boasts a quietly luxurious atmosphere and six treatment rooms, along with steam, sauna, Jacuzzi, and dedicated hammam facilities. The hammam treatments elevate the experience with a more traditional ritual-led approach to cleansing and relaxation. With signature facials, massages, and body therapies, Silk Spa delivers a refined escape that feels both indulgent and restorative from start to finish.
Contact: https://habtoorpalace.com
Signature Spa Treatment in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: The EDITION Spa – The Abu Dhabi EDITION
The EDITION Spa at The Abu Dhabi EDITION brings a modern, design-led approach to wellness, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a repeat FACT Award winner. The Al Bateen Marina sanctuary is renowned for its tailored treatments, multi-sensory philosophy and sleek setting, with six treatment suites plus a lavish couples suite creating a more intimate, elevated experience. Signature highlights include the Ceremony of Love ritual for two, the EDITION House massage with Tibetan singing bowls and Swedish-style techniques, and the Triple Oxygen Glow facial by Ling, designed to leave skin lifted, radiant, and refreshed.
Contact: www.editionhotels.com
Favourite: The Spa – The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
The Spa at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is a serene sanctuary. Set within the Corniche address, the 3,200-square-metre spa blends best-in-class service with a broad treatment menu designed for indulgence and reset. Signature highlights include curated massages, facials and body wraps, while couples massages and in-suite treatments add an extra layer of luxury. Separate men’s and women’s lounges and a steam room complete the experience, giving guests plenty of reasons to linger beyond the treatment itself.
Contact: www.stregisspaabudhabi.com
Signature Spa Treatment in Dubai 2026
Best: The Pearl Spa – Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
The Pearl Spa at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach delivers a more ritual-led take on luxury wellness, which is exactly why it has earned a second FACT Award this year. Rather than leaning only on facilities, it stands out for signature treatments that feel rooted in place, from the Signature Pearl Experience, which combines exfoliation, a nourishing hair and body mask, massage and a fresh facial, to Memories of Arabia, a restorative ritual built around coffee scrub, camel milk and honey. Add bespoke massages shaped around guest preferences, and this beachfront sanctuary continues to set the standard for refined, results-driven relaxation in Dubai.
Contact: www.fourseasons.com
Favourite: The Spa – Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, delivers a treatment-led experience that merits a second FACT Award in 2026. Set across 2,000 square metres, the sanctuary pairs nine treatment rooms, a dedicated Hammam-style suite and a sea-facing VIP suite with extensive heat and water facilities that encourage guests to linger. What truly sets it apart, however, is the signature treatment line-up. The Intelligent Movement treatment combines massage, assisted stretching, joint mobilisation, and Hypervolt technology, while rituals such as the Morning Wellness Ritual and the Glow & Unwind bring a more personalised, results-driven edge to the experience.
Contact: www.mandarinoriental.com
Spa-cation in the UAE 2026
Best: The Ritz-Carlton Spa – The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
Set within the Al Wadi Nature Reserve, this desert retreat pairs tranquil villas and wide-open scenery with the spa’s standout Rainforest hydrothermal experience, a signature journey blending European hydrotherapy with Middle Eastern bathing rituals. Signature treatments such as Oasis Al Wadi, Arabian Sand Tide Journey and Arabian Floatation Journey lean into local ingredients, deep relaxation and destination-led indulgence, making this one of the UAE’s most transportive wellness escapes.
Contact: www.ritzcarlton.com
Favourite: SPA InterContinental – InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa
SPA InterContinental turns a weekend in Ras Al Khaimah into a properly restorative spa-cation, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Set within InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort & Spa on Hayat Island, the sanctuary pairs beachfront escapism with a treatment menu designed to soothe, reset and revive. Signature highlights include the Ras Al Khaimah Escape, a 150-minute ritual with pineapple scrub, rose body wrap, warm stone massage and mini facial, alongside The UAE Massage and the Argan Ageless Facial. Add sea-facing rooms, white-sand surroundings and polished resort hospitality, and it is made for switching off in style.
Contact: https://icrasalkhaimah.com
Boutique Spa in Dubai 2026
Best: Waldorf Astoria Spa – Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre
Waldorf Astoria Spa is a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Hidden high above DIFC, the sleek sanctuary is designed for an urban reset, with four distinctive suites that set it apart, including a Floatation Suite, a Couples Suite with heated quartz-sand massage beds and a hydrotherapy bath, and a Grooming Suite for bespoke facials and massages. Signature treatments such as the Vitality Massage and Voya Marine Vitality ritual add depth to the experience, making this one of Dubai’s most polished inner-city wellness addresses. Plus, there is a gym, pool and more.
Contact: www.hilton.com
Favourite: Ciel Spa – SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences
Ciel Spa at SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences proves that a city spa can still feel transportive, which is exactly why it has once again earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Perched on the 69th floor in Business Bay, the sky-high sanctuary pairs skyline views with a relaxation lounge, couple’s suite, jacuzzi, herbal steam rooms and custom massage beds. Signature treatments include the Oud Silk Mood, Cloud 9 and Gold Dust massages, alongside Hydrafacial treatments, the Fire & Ice Facial and a Collagen LED Facial for a more results-driven finish. Slick, modern and beautifully executed, it is an urban reset that feels distinctly Dubai.
Contact: https://slshotels.com
City Spa in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: Sense, A Rosewood Spa – Rosewood Abu Dhabi
Rosewood Abu Dhabi is home to a state-of-the-art fitness centre, spa, and wellness centre. Tucked within Al Maryah Island’s polished business and lifestyle hub, ense, A Rosewood Spa stands out for blending understated luxury with treatments rooted in local healing traditions. Signature highlights include the Sense Signature Massage with heated rosewood sticks and Arabian frankincense and oudh, the indulgent Arabian Nights journey, and hammam chamber rituals that add a distinctly regional touch. Plus, the 25-metre outdoor pool is the perfect place to do laps in luxury.
Contact: www.rosewoodhotels.com
Favourite: Conrad Spa – Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Conrad Spa at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers proves that a city spa can still feel like a serious sanctuary. Set within 1,465 square metres of refined wellness space, it offers 13 private treatment rooms, a hammam suite, a Himalayan salt room, and a vitality bath for a more immersive urban escape. Signature highlights include the Conrad Spa Signature ritual, as well as results-driven facial experiences such as Hydra-Facial Glow Reset and Deluxe Hydra-Glow. Polished, expansive and deeply restorative, it stands out as one of Abu Dhabi’s most elevated addresses for switching off in style.
Contact: www.hilton.com
City Spa in Dubai 2026
Best: Dior Spa The Lana – The Lana – Dorchester Collection
Perched on the 29th floor of The Lana, Dorchester Collection, Dior Spa The Lana combines Burj Khalifa views with a high-fashion approach to wellbeing, complete with private relaxation spaces, a wellness juice bar and deeply personalised treatments. Signature standouts include Escale at The Lana, a Japanese-inspired full-body ritual, alongside Dior Stone Therapy and D-Sculpt, which bring a more sculpting, results-driven edge to the experience. Sleek, elevated and unmistakably exclusive, it is urban wellness at its most refined.
Contact: www.dorchestercollection.com
Favourite: Uptown Spa by SO/ – SO/ Uptown Dubai
Uptown Spa by SO/ proves that a city spa can still feel like a genuine retreat. Perched on the 34th floor of SO/ Uptown Dubai, the sleek sanctuary pairs Jumeirah Islands views with a design-led atmosphere that feels far removed from the pace below. Its USPs lie in its tailored therapies and seamless integration with the hotel’s wider wellness offering, which includes a state-of-the-art gym and a modern pool. Signature highlights include the Deep Muscle Release treatment, alongside candle massage rituals and pearl oxygenating facials for a more indulgent, results-led reset.
Contact: https://so-hotels.com
Resort Spa in Abu Dhabi 2026
Best: Talise Spa – Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
Treat yourself to one of Abu Dhabi’s most expansive spa and wellness centres. Located on Saadiyat Island, Talise Spa delivers the kind of restorative escape that defines a proper resort spa. Set within one of Abu Dhabi’s most serene beachfront retreats, the sanctuary stands out for its performance-driven treatments, tailored wellness programmes and calm, contemporary setting. Signature highlights include the Talise Wellness Journey, which combines Reformer Pilates, spa access and the Swiss Silhouette Body Treatment, a sculpting ritual designed to support lymphatic drainage and renewal.
Contact: www.jumeirah.com
Favourite: Atarmia Spa – Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Villas
Atarmia Spa is a serene spot in the capital, delivering the kind of beachfront wellness escape that defines a proper resort spa. Set on Saadiyat Island, the sanctuary stands out for its secluded adults-only pool, softly lit treatment suites and polished thermal facilities, including steam rooms, whirlpools and heated loungers. Signature highlights include the Atarmia Signature Massage, the glow-boosting Signature HydraFacial and longer ritual-led experiences such as Romantic Ritual and Skin Radiance.
Contact: www.hyatt.com
Resort Spa in Dubai 2026
Best: Talise Spa – Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
Talise Spa at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab feels purpose-built for a proper resort reset, which is exactly why it has earned its place as a FACT Award winner. Bathed in natural light and spread across three floors, the spa features private-terrace treatment suites, a 20-metre indoor pool, and a dedicated female-only floor, giving the whole experience a sense of space and seclusion suited to a longer stay. Its signature treatments are the real draw, from The Grounding Ritual and Royal Desert Glow to the Talise Signature Hammam, which blends steam, black soap cleansing and a soothing vanilla-and-frankincense massage.
Contact: www.jumeirah.com
Favourite: Cinq Mondes Spa – Raffles The Palm Dubai
At Raffles The Palm Dubai’s Cinq Mondes Spa, the service is spectacular. Spread over 3,000 square metres, the spa has 23 treatment rooms, two private spa suites and an indoor pool. Located on Palm Jumeirah, it’s a spectacular spot for serenity. As you walk all the way to the spa, it includes crystal chandeliers, gold touches, high ceilings, towering pillars and a twinkling pianist. The state-of-the-art treatments include Celliss (cellulite treatment), Gharieni Welnamis (vibrational therapy), Ko Bi Do Royal Regenerating Facial Massage and the MLX Quartz Bed for Psammo (hot sand) Therapy. Plus, there are VIP spa suites, two traditional hammams, a fully equipped gym, and a yoga studio, making it the largest spa in Dubai.
Contact: www.rafflesthepalmdubai.com
Spa of the Year in Abu Dhabi 2026
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental – Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi feels built for top honours, which is why it is poised to be named FACT’s Spa of the Year in Abu Dhabi for 2026. What sets it apart is its sense of place. Rather than offering generic luxury, the sanctuary draws on Moroccan influences, Oriental healing traditions and Arabesque therapies to create something far more distinctive. The royal hammam is the defining experience, while nine private treatment suites, steam and sauna facilities, and the wider palace setting elevate every visit into a full ritual of escape. In a crowded field, this is the rare spa that feels both grand and genuinely transportive.
Contact: www.mandarinoriental.com
Spa of the Year in Dubai 2026
Best: Talise Spa – Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
Talise Spa at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab feels less like a hotel spa and more like a next-generation wellness destination, which is why it deserves to be named FACT’s Spa of the Year in Dubai for 2026. Its uniqueness lies in the scale and sense of privacy, including 13 treatment suites with private terraces, a dedicated female-only floor, a mixed hammam, and a 20-metre indoor pool, all spread across three light-filled levels with sweeping Gulf views. More importantly, it balances high-performance wellness with genuine serenity, creating an experience that feels both progressive and deeply indulgent. In a crowded market, Talise Spa stands apart by making luxury feel quietly innovative.
Contact: www.jumeirah.com