Akasha

Excellent spa tucked away in central London. The facilities were exceptional, with a serene atmosphere and friendly staff. The 18m long pool is perfect for a swim, while the jacuzzi and steam room were ideal. I went for the 2-hour twilight experience, which was reasonably priced and included a complimentary glass of champagne. I will definitely be back again and look forward to trying the fitness studio next time.

I had a lovely spa experience yesterday including a massage and lunch. The best thing about the whole experience was the staff. They were all really lovely, polite, hard working and constantly replacing towels etc. The spa itself seemed like dated luxury. The whole place fitted out in a uniform marble/stone. However the temperature was a little cool and whilst sitting I needed a towel for warmth. The pool, however, was lovely and a perfect temperature. The Jacuzzi back jets did not work on one side. There were no exotic or modern rooms. In addition, the lighting was low so great for creating an ambiance but terrible if you want to read whilst relaxing. The massage by Carolina was amazing and it actually lasted the full hour... Thanks The included lunch was also good, the manager on duty in the Barbounia restaurant, could not have been more attentive. Thanks for a very enjoyable day

Lovely spa with a deceptive entrance that leads to an oasis of calm. The locker rooms are fully stocked with towels, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, vanity packs, etc. Robes and slippers are supplied. The relaxation area is very zen. There is a wet level with a lap pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. There is a yoga room and a variety of exercise classes and self care sessions are offered. I had the 90 minute hot stone massage. It was awesome. The staff were very attentive and kind. I was surprised with a gift of delicious Raspberry truffles for my birthday.

Absolutely amazing visit to Akasha spa!! I came for my birthday with a group of friends and we all had an exceptional day. The facilities are gorgeous and clean and the spa has everything you need. What really made this day incredible was the support of the staff. Ana went above and beyond to make my birthday a special day. She was so attentive and really gave us luxury, high class treatment! I am so thankful to her for all she did for us that day, from organising treats to arranging our lunch. I will absolutely return. Thank you Akasha spa and thank you Ana!! X

Very nice spa, the staff here are all lovely, they always make you feel welcome at every visit and are friendly people. The 25 metre pool is great, clean and does not smell of strong chlorine. Good steam room, sauna and jacuzzi, gym everything you need in once spot. Ive had a massages here and the lady was very good, professional and ensured that I had a good experience and felt relaxed. The staff are efficient and you can see that they work hard to keep the place clean, tidy and replenished. If you want a relaxing spa day or to celebrate a special occasion, Akasha is a good option and I would highly recommend it.

Crazy to think there is such a spa with a relaxing ambience right by the hustle and bustle of Piccadilly Circus! I came here for the weekday package as a treat for my birthday. Robes/ flip-flops were provided and fresh towels were dotted around the various facilities. The pool area was great and the massage that I had was phenomenal!

I had a facial at Hotel Cafe Royal's Akasha Spa, and would highly recommend it or any other spa treatment (I had a massage previously). The entire set up is quiet and calming, from the Ground Floor entrance to the Lower Ground Floor reception, changing room, waiting area and eventually the treatment room. My therapist was Victoria and she explained the products and treatment. I liked that there was no hard sell of the products but you can of course purchase any that you like from Reception afterwards. The bed can be heated if you like (great in Winter). I have been travelling and jet lagged with a puffy face. After the facial my face felt more hydrated and all the puffiness was gone. After the treatment there is no need to rush off: you can sit by the pool, or rest in an adjoining room where there are fruits, nuts and herbal teas. This is an ideal place if you want some quiet time to yourself suitable for e.g. special treats with friends and family, as there are spaces before and after where you can get together to rest and chat - however 4 is possibly the maximum you should have to keep the day relaxing.

I booked this spa for my husband’s birthday and bought the ‘Seasons For Two’ package. As soon as we arrived I knew I’d made the right decision. The spa and pool area were exquisite and absolutely spotless. There were towels on hand and we were given lovely bathrobes to wear. We followed this by having a couple treatment. My husband had the back scrub and full body massage, and I had the facial and back scrub. The treatments was the best we’ve ever had and the staff were friendly and professional. The treatment rooms were perfectly heated at the right temperature and the lighting was just subdued enough to aid relaxation. Once the treatments were complete, we were taken to the relaxation area and given a glass of champagne. Perfect! Everyone at Akasha took great care of us and the whole day was incredible. I highly recommend this, especially if you are celebrating a special occasion.