At The Oberoi Amarvilās, complimenting the grandeur of the Mughal era is the spa that befits the self-indulgence of royalty. To the mystical, romantic image of the Taj Mahal visible outside, trained Thai therapists reenergize the body with personalized holistic treatments based on Ayurveda, ancient Thai and western techniques. The vivifying experience includes beauty and body treatments with exotic oils and creams used by royalty five hundred years ago, in addition to a steam room or sauna to rekindle the body and spirit.
Body Massages
Aromatic Massage
Massage strokes ranging from frictional to relaxing are blended seamlessly to allow the body's internal system to benefit from the properties of the blended oil. The oil enriches the skin and produces a warming effect to improve blood circulation, relieves tired muscles and combines with the massage techniques to refresh and renew the body.
Hawaiian Massage
The renowned grace and warmth of the Hawaiian culture are translated into a unique massage that uses palms and elbows rhythmically to soothe tense muscles and allow the healing energy to flow freely. Feel the stress ebb away and be replaced by renewed vitality and a sense of tranquility.
Oberoi Massage
Our signature massage uses palms and fingertips to apply pressure with continuous strokes that flow rhythmically from one to the other to stimulate blood circulation, iron out the knots and induce a state of total relaxation. The blended oil used for this massage promotes concentration and rejuvenates the spirit.
Jet Lag Massage
Drawing upon the best of Eastern and Western techniques, this oil massage combines soothing strokes and some stretching to loosen muscular tension, encourage lymphatic flow to balance the internal system and coax your body to respond positively to the caring language of touch.
Thai Massage no oil
Traditional Thai massage works on the theory of intrinsic energy flow and energy balance to promote better health and healing processes. This massage concentrates on careful application of pressure to distribute energy, release blockages and stretch the muscles leaving the body relaxed, energetic and free from stiffness. A natural fibre two-piece outfit is worn during this massage.
Body Scrubs
Almond Cleansing Scrub
Refine and moisturise your skin with this gentle scrub, which is ideal for all skin types. Almond, rich in Vitamin E, combines with oatmeal and lemon peel powder to help remove dirt and grime off the skin leaving it wonderfully soft and supple.
Orange Yoghurt Scrub
A mild concoction of yoghurt and orange is highly effective in getting rid of deep seated grease and dead skin cells. Perfect for oily skin, the scrub can also be used for extra dry to normal skins, but not more than twice a week.
Soya Cream Scrub
Your skin will benefit from this nutritious blend of oatmeal, soya bean and lemon juice, which cleanses, refreshes and lightens the skin. Warm milk is used to scrub off the formula after it is applied on the body.
Body Wraps
Rose Sandalwood Wrap
Luxuriate in a fragrant body wrap made from essence of rose, milk, honey and Indian sandalwood. Ideal for combination skin, the wrap purifies the skin and helps to soften wrinkles.
Natural Fruit Healer
The natural healing properties of fruits and vegetables combined with spices work wonders on your skin. This wrap is not only enriching, it also tightens and softens the skin leaving you with a wonderfully smooth and supple texture.
Honey Citrus Wrap
Honey, a natural powerful moisturizer, is blended with orange for a wrap rich in Vitamin C. This helps to soften and tone the skin while erasing out fine lines. Added to that is the refreshing tangy scent that awakens the senses.
All treatments include a head and face massage while the body is drawing benefits from the wrap.
Traditional Indian Treatments
Synchronised Massage (2 therapists)
This massage is performed by 2 therapists to maintain the symmetry of the body. Using synchronised rhythmic movements, herbal oils are anointed on the body starting from the head to the toes. This massage assists the flow of energy through the body and promotes relaxation.
Ayurvedic Massage
An ancient massage therapy using a combination of invigorating and soothing strokes to stimulate the circulatory and the nervous systems in the body. The massage tones the skin, heightens concentration and leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Dry Herb Invigorating Massage
This dry massage starts with deep manipulation of the muscles to reduce obesity and improve mobility of the joints. This is followed by a scrub massage with ayurvedic herbs to remove dead cells and leave the skin glowing. Rhythmic strokes towards the heart promote blood circulation. The therapy ends with 15 minutes of steam.
Marma Therapy
A healing massage using the specialised pressure point techniques on the energy gateways, the palms and soles, of the body. Massage with warm herbal oil on the upper and lower limbs with concentration on the reflex points, promotes a feeling of complete physical and mental well-being.
Essence of Rice
A 3-step indulgence using rice as the basic ingredient. Rice and warm buttermilk are first used to exfoliate and soften the skin. This is followed by skin refining with a rice and herbal mixture. To wrap up the experience, the body is moisturised with aromatic lotions.
Chakra Head & Shoulder Massage
A complete massage of the body above the collar bone followed by hot fermentation. This massage concentrates on the vital points and provides relief to the sensory organs.
Aromatherapy Face Massage
The facial muscles are gently stimulated with a mild aromatic facial oil, concentrating on the marma or the vital energy points. This massage relaxes the facial muscles and leaves the skin glowing and rejuvenated.
All treatments include cleansing, exfoliating, massage and masque.
Beauty Treatments
Basic Cleansing Facial for dry & normal to combination skin
European products suitable for each particular skin type are used in this treatment to remove impurities which block the pores and cause skin irritations and blemishes. The special massage movements help to deep cleanse, by stimulating blood flow and loosening surface blockages while inducing relaxation. The mask provides nourishment to balance the skin.
Gentle Conditioning Facial for dry & sensitive skin
Dry or sunburnt skin requires special attention to restore balance, improve hydration and encourage new cell growth. The treatment products are carefully selected for this purpose while special care is taken so as not to aggravate the skin further. The mask contains vitamins essential to dehydrated skin and skin that has been exposed to the sun.
Oberoi Facial for all skin types
Natural healing properties of fresh products are used in our signature facial. Various ingredients ranging from honey to watermelon are specially selected for each particular skin type. Collectively the ingredients cleanse, exfoliate, moisturise and restore elasticity, leaving the skin glowing and supple after the treatment.
Skin Balancing Facial for oily skin
The products help to clear blocked pores and remove excess oil generated by over-active sebum glands. Excessive massage is not recommended as it would overstimulate the glands and aggravate the skin condition. A soothing cucumber mask is used to treat this skin type.
All treatments include cleansing, exfoliating, massage and masque.
Salon Treatments
Spa Manicure
Spa Pedicure
Mehendi
Hair Care - Hair Styling, Shampoo & Blow Dry, Henna Hair Treatment, Hot Oil Treatment
Waxing - Full Legs, Half Legs, Bikini Wax, Arms, Under Arms
Threading - Eye Brows, Upper Lip, Chin, Forehead, Full Face
Make-up - Light Make-up, Evening Make-up
Spa Programmes
Treat yourself to a holistic spa experience in the luxury of our beautifully appointed Spa Suites. Wooden floors, mirrored walls and arched windows that frame the beauty of the Taj Mahal create the perfect ambience to unwind in solitude or as a couple. A minimum of two treatment hours are essential to enjoy a session in the Spa Suite.
Noor-e-Taj
3 hour spa experience.
Created as a tribute to beauty traditions from the royal palace of the Mughal, our signature experience is a harmony of treatments for complete body cleansing, nourishing and pampering. The experience begins with a gentle Almond Cleansing Scrub to remove dirt and dead skin cells embedded in the pores of the skin. Next, the body is enveloped with a nourishing Honey Citrus Wrap that moisturize and nourish the skin. Our therapist will then ease away the knots and tension with the deep tissue Balinese Massage which helps to improve blood circulation and energy flow. Finally, soak in the natural goodness of an Old Fashioned Lavender Milk Bath.
Almond Cleansing Scrub 30 minutes.
Honey Citrus Wrap 60 minutes.
Balinese Massage 60 minutes.
Old Fashioned Lavender Milk Bath.
Spirit of Ayurveda
3 hour spa experience.
Inspired by the Ayurveda principles of health and well-being, this session combines a series of traditional Indian treatments starting with a stimulating Ayuvedic Massage that helps to invigorate and energise the nervous system. This is followed by Essence of Rice treatment in which rice and warm buttermilk are used to exfoliate the skin before skin refinement with a rice and herbal mixture. An Indian Head Massage inducing deeper relaxation completes the massage session followed by a calming Flower Bath.
Ayurvedic Massage 60 minutes.
Essence of Rice 60 minutes.
Indian Head Massage 30 minutes.
Flower Bath.
Mughal Mystique
2 & 1/2 hours spa experience.
Leave the world behind while you indulge in a session of body pampering treatments. A body cleanser to exfoliate and smoothen your skin is followed by a full body massage and an Aromatherapy Face Massage to rejuvenate your skin and leave it glowing with vitality. The finishing touch is a calming Flower Bath before you emerge completely revitalised.
(Choose from the ą la carte menu for your preferred choice of body cleanser and body massage)
Body Cleanser 30 minutes.
Body Massage 60 minutes.
Aromatherapy Face Massage 30 minutes.
Flower Bath
Touch of Serenity
2 hour spa experience.
The cleansing process starts with a herbal steam session that opens up the pores and allows the skin to absorb the benefits of the herbal essences. This is followed by a body cleanser to remove dead skin cells leaving your skin soft and silky smooth. A 60-minute full body massage wraps up the session of complete rejuvenation.
(Choose from the ą la carte menu for your preferred choice of body cleanser and body massage)
Steaming
Body Cleanser 30 minutes.
Body Massage 60 minutes.
These spa experiences can also be conducted in the Therapy Room at a preferred rate. Please enquire at the Spa reception for more information.
Speciality Baths
Neem Purifying Bath
Since ancient times Neem has been used as an antiseptic and a natural purifier. Soak in a tub filled with warm water and Neem tea. A mixture of boiled Neem leaves and milk powder is provided for a mild scrub.
Milk & Rose Bath
Drawing from royal recipes, this bath pampers you with the soothing and softening qualities of milk combined with rose water which tones the skin. Sprinkled with fresh rose petals, the effect of this bath is truly royal.
Marigold Bath
A warm, relaxing bath with marigold petals. Marigold has astringent qualities and leaves the skin feeling firm and fresh.
Detox Herbal Bath
This bath relieves the skin of excess subcutaneous toxins. A warm soak accompanied by a gentle scrub with a herbal powder bag that exfoliates dead cells.