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Inhale at Inhabit Queen’s Gardens, UK A spa that treats wellness as a way of life
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or those in charge at Inhale, wellness is not simply a physical state, but a way of being, so it will champion social connectedness, intellectual expansion, environmental responsibility, physical and emotional wellness and occupational enrichment. A tranquil new treatment space will blend contemporary Scandinavian inspiration and eastern philosophical awareness with quintessential British design. Two treatment rooms will be complemented by a sauna, a yoga studio and a fitness suite offering an Eco-Natural Prime Line Treadmill and free weights as well as a Peloton Bike. The studio will host a programme of daily activities, including Vinyasa flow, transformational Hatha and Yin yoga, Pilates and complimentary morning meditation. A series of regular workshops, lectures and events will be curated by head of wellness Maria Tsiarta to help guests recharge, invigorate, connect and learn.
Partnering for success
Inhale is the first London hotel spa to offer GAIA treatments, including the GAIA Poultice Massage, using a herbal compress to heal, soothe and increase the flow of chi. The soothing signature GAIA Raindrop Therapy at Inhale is an exclusive, 120-minute full body and facial therapy that incorporates raindrop techniques to the back, spine and feet. Mindfully designed, Inhabit Queen’s Gardens has a commitment to the environment and meaningful community partnerships. The hotel has pledged to work with 100 social enterprises and small, socially conscious businesses. There will be no single-use plastic across the whole hotel. Spa consultant Eleanor Jeffrey says: “Inhale at Inhabit is a thoughtfully curated space centred around inner wellbeing as a way of life. Inhale allows space for meditation, reflection and calm, and provides restorative therapies to enhance equilibrium for both body and mind. The space at Inhale is simply an extension of our commitment to holistic health seen and practiced throughout all areas of the Inhabit hotel.”
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SPA STATISTICS Inhale at Inhabit Queen’s Gardens www.inhabithotels.com @inhabit_hotels USP: Treating wellness as a way of life Spa size: 94sqm Suppliers and partners: GAIA, Eco-Natural Designers and architects: Holland Harvey Architects, Caitlin Henderson Design, Culture A
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