CraigWatson

I have a trip out to SAN in mid-October, and wouldn't mind booking a massage on the way through London (no status so unable to use the Elemis facilities at T5) .

I live in Bristol, so GWR+HEX to LHR is pretty straightforward and I wouldn't want to stray too far from Paddington - say a rough square between Royal Oak, Bayswater, Marble Arch and Edgware Road - I'll be leaving my luggage in the Excess Baggage Co branch at Paddington.

Secondary question - is a massage advisable 4 hours before an 11-hour flight in Y? I've been pretty out of it after previous massages! If not, I'll combine it with the return leg, which is WT+ via LAX - on balance that will likely be the nicer flight so will be a nice way to end the trip!

So, If anyone knows of anything decent places, a tip would be hugely appreciated!

wanderingjock

The Hilton at the Paddington station might be worth looking at? Dont know if they have a spa?

PS Make sure you find one near Paddington, not Kings Cross

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CraigWatson

Interesting thought, will check that out - wasn't sure if hotel spas are for guests only

Cheers and apologies ^

Grande Annee

Most hotel spas are open to the public if you book a treatment. You do not normally have to be a guest staying at the hotel.

UKtravelbear

There is nothing wrong with having massage prior to a flight.

Both BA and VS offer them in their spas for example.


There is a pay to use spa in T5B - the 'Be relax' spa. That might be an option.

London_traveller

Depends on how much you want to splash out. There are lots of hotels not far from Paddington that will give you what you need. Take a look at this one: http://www.montcalm.co.uk/wellness-403.html

However, if you're after a shorter massage rather than a 'spa package'/treatment then maybe avoid the luxury hotels and search for a spa that's more of a shop front.

Personally speaking I wouldn't bother with a treatment at that stage of the journey. Might be more relaxing to get to Heathrow early and get a pre-booked treatment at one of the many hotels nearby, or pay for one in the terminal once through.

expatboy

You could try The Refinery - it's in Brook Street so not too far away (given you plan to leave luggage at Paddington). I've been there before and it's been pretty good.

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I was offered a special massage while stood on the front doorstep of the Hilton one morning. If you hang around Praed Street long enough you might get similarly lucky.