Children under 16 years must be supervised by an accompanying adult at all times. We ask all guests to respect our noise levels to ensure that The Balmoral Spa remains a tranquil environment for all guests.
Late arrivals: If you are running late, we will always try to accommodate your treatment. Late arrivals may result in a reduction in your treatment time, however, the full value of your treatment will be charged.
Some of our treatments may not be suitable or may require some adjusting should you have a medical condition or ailment. Please inform us accordingly at the time of booking if any of the following contraindications apply:
- Skin conditions
- Cancer
- Pregnancy/nursing
- Heart conditions
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Low blood pressure
- Shellfish allergy
- Varicose veins
- Recent operations
- Scar tissue
- Thyroid
- Medication
- Lymph Node Removal
- Eczema/Psoriasis
- Any other medical conditions
*Please note this list is not exhaustive
FORTE BODY RITUAL
Start with a relaxing foot soak followed by a full body scrub to leave your skin feeling silky smooth. A massage using oils from the sundrenched flora of Sicily will restore the body’s physical and emotional balance. A rich herbal body mask is then applied to feed the body with nutrients to promote healthy skin.
90min = £150
FORTE FACE & BODY RITUAL
Following a relaxing foot soak, enjoy a full body scrub to smooth your skin. An invigorating full body massage follows using our Sicilian oils, as well as the application of our rich herbal body mask. Finish with a facial to leave your skin radiant and luminous. This luxurious ritual nourishes the skin from head to toe and ensures profound relaxation.
120 min = £190
TIME IN THE MED
Allow us to transport your senses to the sunshine of the Mediterranean with ‘Time in the Med’. Step in to a welcoming foot soak and enjoy a conversation with your Irene Forte Skincare Therapist to tailor your two hour treatment to suit your needs. Your therapist will be your personal treatment guide to complete relaxation, using sustainable, natural skincare that nourishes the skin from the outside in.
120 min = £210
ISHGA MARINE EXPERIENCE
A top to toe package to awaken the senses and leave the skin feeling soft and fresh on the face and body. Begin with all over body exfoliation with our pure sea salt and oil scrub infused with seaweed and lemongrass to remove dead skin, followed by a full body invigorating massage to soothe aching, tired muscles and hydrate the skin. Finish the ultimate relaxation with an express facial to brighten, firm and tone the face and relaxing scalp massage to complete the experience.
105 min = £170
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE - ETNA AGE-DEFYING FACIAL
A powerful, highly effective and luxurious facial using hot and cold volcanic stones from Mount Etna designed to rebalance, revitalise and relax. A double mask application promotes firm, hydrated and radiant skin. Our Forte signature triple facial massage technique stimulates oxygen and nutrient flow to the skin, enhancing natural collagen production. This active facial will reveal a fresher, firmer and more radiant complexion.
90 minutes - £145
FORTE FACIAL
Following an in-depth skin analysis by one of our expert Therapists, we’ll tailor your Forte Facial to suit your skin’s needs. Your personalised facial may take the form of one of the specialised facials below or take elements from a combination of them:
–Forte Purifier: Designed for combination skin to deeply cleanse and refine the skin’s texture. Includes extraction.
–Forte Brightener: Perfect for dull and tired skin, helps skin regain its radiance and luminosity.
–Forte Hydrator: For dry and dehydrated skin, helps nourish the skin and leave it silky smooth and hydrated.
60 min = £115
ISHGA - ANTI-AGEING REJUVENATOR FACIAL
A rejuvenating facial designed to revitalise and repair. It is particularly useful for toning, firming and nourishing but also repairing the skin from environmental damage. This treatment will cleanse, tone and moisturise the skin leaving it revitalised and hydrated.
60 min = £115
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE SICILIAN EARTH & SEA TONING TREATMENT
A luxurious and toning full body treatment. Start with full body exfoliation to stimulate the detoxification process and leave skin silky smooth. Follow with our nutrient-rich algae and clay mud wrap to extract impurities and start the toning process. During the wrap, enjoy a scalp massage using cold volcanic stones from Mount Etna. Finish with a toning massage using our nourishing Sicilian oils.
90 min = £150
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE REGENERATING HIP-TO-TOE TREATMENT
A luxurious and deeply revitalising full leg and foot treatment. Start with a sea salt leg scrub to remove impurities, followed by a draining massage to stimulate circulation, tighten and tone the legs. Enjoy the application of a vasoactive compress cream to enhance the detoxification process and improve the skin’s texture. Finish with a relaxing reflex point foot massage to boost circulation, restore balance and leave you with the ultimate feeling of lightness from hip to toe.
60 min = £115
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE MEDITERRANEAN NOURISHING TREATMENT
A deeply nourishing full body treatment. Start with a double scrub to remove impurities and leave your skin twice as smooth. Enjoy a full body application of our nourishing Sicilian oils, followed by the application of a body cream, leaving you relaxed and moisturised to perfection.
60 min = £115
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE SICILIAN SCRUB
Refreshes skin and removes unwanted skin cells, leaving skin silky smooth. It is the perfect add-on to another treatment.
30 min = £60
ISHGA DETOXIFYING SEAWEED BODY WRAP*
A Hebridean sea salt, oil scrub and body wrap. This treatment is designed to eliminate toxins, reduce cellulite, boost energy and improve skin tone.
60 min = £115
ISHGA FACE & BODY SENSATION*
The treatment starts with a massage focusing on the back, neck and shoulders to target areas of tension, release everyday stress and relax the nervous system. To conclude, the focus moves to the face with a cleanse, tone and exfoliating mask, followed by a relaxing scalp massage and ishga finishing products to hydrate, balance and firm the skin.
60 min = £115
ISHGA - SALT & OIL SCRUB*
An exclusive body and skin enhancing treatment which can be used in isolation to remove dead or dry skin or as a preparation for any massage. This complete exfoliation will cleanse and invigorate the body.
30 min = £60
*ishga seaweed products rely on ingredients such as kelp – one of the best natural sources of iodine, an essential component in thyroid hormone production.
IRENE FORTE SKINCARE
These treatments are designed for those living and recovering from cancer. They have been created in partnership with The Amethyst Trust, a Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC) approved provider. Starting with guided breathwork, your SATCC accredited Therapist will personalise the experience to suit your individual needs, relaxing both mind and body, while promoting a deep sense of peace.
RESTORATIVE FACIAL
A replenishing facial, perfect for sensitive or fragile skin. Start with a gentle cleansing, followed by our signature facial massage, and the application of a mask, serum and moisturiser. A soothing scalp, hand or foot massage releases tension and slowly unwinds a busy mind.
60mins = £115
NURTURING MASSAGE
A soothing massage designed to nurture and rebalance. Gently warmed Sicilian oils nourish and comfort the body, enabling inner calm and encouraging total relaxation.
60mins = £105
90mins = £140
ISHGA
Let your therapist guide you to a bespoke treatment by combining what is best for your current symptoms and needs.
ISHGA TOUCH THERAPY
60mins = £115
SWEDISH MASSAGE
This massage is tailored to work on your specific areas of concern. It promotes health and wellbeing, increases circulation and reduces tension.
60 min = £105
90 min = £140
ESSENTIAL BODY MASSAGE
Using your chosen Irene Forte Skincare body oil, a personal consultation will ensure you receive a unique treatment to suit your specific needs.
60 min = £105
90 min = £140
ISHGA HOT STONE MASSAGE*
A full body massage incorporating heated Basalt stones which instantly relax the muscles, allowing the treatment to work at a deeper level. Hot stones are useful for releasing tension, reducing aches and pains and are placed along the body’s chakras to open up energy pathways. Seaweed base oil with lemongrass, lavender and juniper will detoxify and regenerate the skin.
60 min = £115
ISHGA DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE*
A massage therapy that focuses on realigning the inner deeper layers of muscles by applying long, slow and firmer strokes focusing on one or two target areas. Especially beneficial for chronic tension, aches and pains, sports injury and stiff contracted areas. Using a specially formulated Muscle Recovery Oil by ishga containing a powerful blend of anti-inflammatory seaweed extract, eucalyptus, rosemary and peppermint to boost circulation and break down lactic acid. (Please note that ishga Deep tissue massage may only be available upon request and is not included in spa packages)
60 min = £120
90 min = £150
*ishga seaweed products rely on ingredients such as kelp – one of the best natural sources of iodine, an essential component in thyroid hormone production.
ISHGA NEW BEGINNINGS PREGANCY MASSAGE
A nurturing full body massage helps to soothe aches, pains and general muscle fatigue. Designed to help relax and calm, easier leg cramps, reduce water retention and puffiness. Hydrates the skin and helps to improve elasticity, reducing stretch marks. The legs, feet, arms and most importantly, the bump are gently but therapeutically massaged to release a sense of wellbeing for both mum and baby.
60 min = £115
FORTE FACE & BODY RITUALS SPA DAY
This package includes:
–120 minutes Forte Face & Body Ritual
–2-course lunch –use of spa facilities
–Irene Forte Skincare Face Mask (50ml) to take home
£330
FORTE BODY RITUAL SPA DAY
This package includes:
–90 minutes Forte Body Ritual
–2-course lunch –use of spa facilities
–Irene Forte Skincare Body Oil (100ml) to take home
£275
ISHGA MARINE EXPERIENCE SPA DAY
This package includes:
–105 minutes ishga Marine Experience
–2-course lunch –use of spa facilities
–your choice of ishga face or body product to take home
£280
SPA & LUNCH PACKAGE
This package includes:
–a spa treatment – lasting up to 60 minutes – of your choice
–2-course lunch
–use of spa facilities
£150
CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA SPA DAY
This package includes:
–a spa treatment – lasting up to 60 minutes – of your choice
–Champagne Afternoon Tea
–use of spa facilities
£180
Please note weekend spa packages incur a supplement.
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city