Looking for a spa break with sea air, soothing treatments and a little Yorkshire charm?
Whitby is a lovely place to press pause for a while. Whether you are planning a quiet weekend with someone special or taking some time for yourself. You will find a number of spas and wellness retreats in and around Whitby to properly unwind and recharge.
In this guide, we explore some of the best spa break options in Whitby and the surrounding area. To help you find the perfect place to relax, reset and enjoy a little well-deserved pampering.
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Saltmoore, a luxury spa stay near Whitby
A luxury spa stay with hotel rooms, dining and wellness facilities on one estate.
- Good to know: Saltmoore has hotel rooms and suites, and offers Spa & Stay packages for overnight spa breaks. The Sanctuary spa is adults-only, while The Beach House offers family-friendly stays. Spa days are also available.
- Facilities include: Spa pool, heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym, relaxation room, ice bath, cryo chamber and Wellness Café.
- Food and drink: Saltmoore House is home to The Brasserie and The Terrace. The Brasserie is open to hotel guests and non-residents, and advance booking is recommended for non-resident dining.
Formerly known as Raithwaite Sandsend, Saltmoore is a luxury wellness-led retreat set between the wild North Sea and the heather-draped moors. Located on Sandsend Road, it is a lovely choice if you want to combine a relaxing spa break with fresh sea air, coastal walks and time exploring the surrounding countryside.
The hotel’s spa, The Sanctuary at Saltmoore, is designed as a calm space to relax and recharge. With facilities such as pools, thermal spaces, a gym, relaxation areas, and a Wellness Café, guests and spa visitors have plenty of ways to unwind before or after a treatment.
Saltmoore’s treatment menu features Wildsmith Skin therapies, including facials, massages, muscle recovery treatments and longer face and body rituals. Spa day packages and Spa & Stay breaks are also available. This is a fabulous option if you want a full spa break near Whitby rather than just a one-off treatment.
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Location: Saltmoore, Sandsend Road, Whitby, YO21 3ST, close to Sandsend and a short drive from Whitby.
Red House Farm, a countryside health club stay in Glaisdale
A peaceful North York Moors stay with B&B rooms, self-catering cottages and optional health club access.
- Good to know: The Health Club is an optional paid add-on, and spa treatments must be booked in advance. Treatments are available to guests staying at Red House Farm B&B or in the holiday cottages who have the Health Club package. Children under 5 are not allowed in the Health Club.
- Facilities include: A heated indoor swimming pool, gym, steam room with aromatics, changing rooms and access to spa treatments in the Health Club treatment room.
- Treatments include: Manicures, pedicures, facials, back massages, body massages, Indian head massages, and hot stone massages.
- Food and drink: A full English breakfast is included for B&B guests. The cottages are self-catering.
Set in Glaisdale in the North York Moors National Park, Red House Farm is a peaceful countryside option near Whitby. Guests can stay in the Grade II listed farmhouse B&B or one of the self-catering holiday cottages, then add on access to the Red House Health Club for a swim, gym session or time in the steam room.
The Health Club facilities include an indoor heated 18-metre pool, high-tech gym equipment and a steam room with aromatics. Spa and beauty treatments are also available with beauty therapist Angela Hutchinson, but they must be booked in advance and are separate from the Health Club package.
This is a good choice if you want a quiet rural stay with wellness facilities, rather than a traditional hotel spa. It works especially well for walkers, couples or solo guests who want to combine fresh air, moorland scenery and a bit of relaxation during their stay.
Location: Red House Farm, Glaisdale, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 2PZ.
Asquith Hall Hotel & Spa, near Scarborough
A luxury country house hotel and spa near Scarborough, with hotel rooms, dining, spa days and wellness facilities.
- Good to know: Ox Pasture Hall Hotel & Spa has reopened as Asquith Hall Hotel & Spa. It offers rooms and suites, spa days, spa access, spa breaks and treatments. Spa access is also available without treatments, subject to availability.
- Facilities include: Heated indoor lap pool, sauna, steam room, ice fountain, relaxation room, four treatment rooms and a fitness suite.
- Treatments include: Bramley facials, body massages, selenite crystal massage, head and upper-body massage, mother-to-be treatments, and longer wellness ritual treatments.
- Food and drink: The Courtyard Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, evening dining and bar bites. Asquith Hall welcomes non-residents for dining. Some spa day packages also include light refreshments or lunch.
Set within 17 acres of grounds in the North York Moors National Park, Asquith Hall Hotel & Spa offers a peaceful country house setting just outside Scarborough.
This is a good option if you want a spa break within reach of Whitby but do not mind travelling a little further for a quieter countryside setting. It suits guests who want more than a quick treatment, with the option to make a proper day of it or stay overnight.
The treatment menu uses Bramley products and includes a mix of facials, massages and longer wellness rituals. Combined with the hotel's setting, restaurant, and leisure facilities, Asquith Hall works well for couples, friends, or solo travellers looking for a relaxing break away from the busier coastal spots.
Location: Asquith Hall Hotel & Spa, Scarborough, North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire, YO12 5TD.
The Amber Rooms, a beauty and wellbeing suite in Saltburn
A beauty and wellbeing suite inside The Spa Hotel Saltburn, offering facials, massage, beauty treatments and pamper packages.
- Good to know: The Amber Rooms is open to hotel residents and the general public. It is better suited to treatment-led pampering than a full spa day with pool and thermal facilities. Online booking and gift vouchers are available.
- Facilities include: Single and double treatment rooms, a skin clinic, and manicure and pedicure stations.
- Treatments include: Facials, massage, hot stone massage, aromatherapy massage, deep tissue massage, manicures, pedicures, brows, lashes, waxing, dermaplaning, ear piercing and pregnancy or new mum treatments.
Set inside The Spa Hotel Saltburn, The Amber Rooms is a good choice if you want a relaxing treatment during your stay. The treatment menu covers a wide range of beauty and wellbeing options, from facials and massage to nails, brows, lashes and waxing. The Skin Clinic offers results-driven facial treatments, while the massage menu includes hot stone, aromatherapy, and deep-tissue options.
This is a good option for a pamper or a gift treatment while in Saltburn. If you are looking for pools, saunas or thermal facilities, one of the other hotel spas in this guide may be a better fit.
Location: The Amber Rooms, The Spa Hotel, Saltburn Bank, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Cleveland, TS12 1HH.
Taking time for yourself can make a trip to Whitby feel even more restorative! Especially when your stay combines sea air, countryside views and a peaceful treatment room. Have you visited any of these spas near Whitby, or is there another local favourite we should know about? Share your thoughts and recommendations in the comments below.
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