The Island Spa is, as the name suggests, on Lusty Beg Island. It's really well sign posted and is a major draw for those visiting! We booked to stay on the island for two nights and we specifically booked because of the spa facilities. We had to book the spa separately, although this is just a booking, there's no monetary exchange pre treatment. We decided to go for back massages at £40 each! Although this seems expensive at first glance, booking a treatment gives you full use of the Spa's sauna, steam room, pool and hot tub so you can really make a day of it!
On first entrance to the spa we were greeted by the lovely receptionist/masseuse she made us feel really welcome and gave us a mini tour of the spa. Going to these places for the first time can always be a wee bit awkward, especially if you don't know the procedure but she made us feel more than comfortable! We were taken to the 'relaxation room' first and although it was relaxing it could have done with a bit of TLC (there were old wooden chairs in there that made it resemble a classroom). Next up we were taken for out massages one by one. This kind of left the person waiting at a loose end. The massage itself was excellent, I felt totally relaxed after mine!
As mentioned we then made use of the facilities staying for around two hours in total. This aspect of the spa was excellent and we never felt pressured to leave, probably because it was so quiet.
Overall the spa was great but not perfect, it could really do with a few smaller touches to gain that extra star! Definitely give it a go if you're on the island, the pool is excellent and really well maintained! read more