If you’re feeling the stress of the silly season or simply looking to treat yourself, there’s probably not much better than a massage.
Where you go depends what you’re after—lush robes and all-out relaxation, or someone to get in there and knead all those nasty little knots out. The choice is yours.
Here’s our pick of the best massages in Perth.
Heartwood
Cottesloe
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Heartwood has long been known as one of Perth's best massage spots and the place to go if you're looking for dreamy skincare and beauty products. Dreamed up by Alex Wilson, whose family owns an Indian sandalwood plantation in Kununurra, Heartwood is a dreamy oasis of calm with a focus on natural skincare and wellbeing, and of course, sandalwood oil. If you can't decide whether to treat your face or body to a massage, let us suggest their Half & Half treatment—a half-an-hour facial coupled with a half-an-hour head, neck and shoulder massage that will send you to a whole other realm of relaxation.
Greenhaus Studio Organic Spa
Mount Lawley
Step off busy Beaufort Street and into the stunning Greenhaus Studio for a serious treat yo' self moment. The studio has just introduced a one-of-a-kind four-hand massage. Over 1.5 hours, two amazing therapists will work their magic on your body, face and head, all in perfect rhythm designed to achieve a deep sense of inner peace, wholeness and calm. We can confirm—every one of these things will be achieved.
Bodhi
Cottesloe, Highgate, Wembley And Westin Perth
If you follow us, you know the drill. Bodhi is the best in the biz when it comes to day spas. Step into the world of Bodhi and your worries will melt away. Fluffy robes, tranquil spaces and earth-shattering massages (as well as everything else) make this the ultimate slice of paradise. We’re hanging out to try the warm bamboo massage using warm bamboo rods to knead out knots and soothe aching muscles.
Crown Spa
Burswood
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Crown’s spa is something you have to see and experience to truly appreciate. Start off in the aqua retreat with a spa, sauna and rain shower to get all sorts of zen before heading in for one of the best massages of your life. Every detail is pure perfection and the therapists will tailor the massage to exactly what you need. We adore this place.
Bodyscape Wellness Spa
Nedlands
This tranquil aromatherapy spa and yoga studio will have you feeling incredibly zen from the moment you walk in thanks to its lush light-filled interiors designed by local legends, State of Kin. Arrive early and chill in the hammock or enjoy a herbal tea in the lounge before robing up for one of Perth's dreamiest massages.
Lush Skin And Body
Mount Hawthorn
Nestled into one of our fave little suburbs is Lush—a haven we beg you to set foot in. The treatments here are nothing short of a five star experience and you can opt for deep tissue or hot stone massage. The worst part is when your therapist tells you the treatment is over. It’s just never long enough.
COMO Shambhala Urban Escape
Perth
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In the luxurious overhaul of the old treasury buildings amid a ridiculously chic hotel resides the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape that is worth a visit to COMO The Treasury alone. Whatever massage you choose, just make sure to add on the Indian Head Massage. It is one of the most delicious treatments you could possibly imagine.
Embody Health
Subiaco
The all-female team at Embody Health have a host of massage treatments to make you feel a million dollars. If you’re uncomfortable with massages that are too vigorous, try the gentle Bowen Therapy that uses gentle rolling techniques to loosen aching muscles. And for those growing little humans in their bellies, this is the place for pregnancy massage with tables set up so you can lie on your front and therapists knowing exactly how to heal those specific niggles.
Tara Massage
Northbridge
Tara Massage has earnt some serious street cred in the world of massages and it's no wonder why. Our pick? The traditional Thai massage. You'll don a set of loose pyjamas for the treatment which takes place on the floor, and the masseuse will work on your sore spots through pressure point therapy and stretching. If you’ve got some knots that have been hanging around for a while, this is the place for you.
Bigfoot Massage
Northbridge
Tight muscles don't clock off at 5pm, which is why we absolutely love Bigfoot Massage for staying open until 7pm, seven days a week. With plenty of massage rooms, including rooms for couples, there's always someone standing by to unravel your knots.
Urban Massage Studio
North Perth And Booragoon
The range of massages at Urban Massage Studio is huge so we’d be pretty surprised if you didn’t find one that fits the bill—remedial, deep tissue, sports and reflexology all sound pretty great, but what we’re really here for is the head and facial massage. You might even be able to claim some of your treatment back with health insurance. Sign us up now.
Excellence Remedial Massage
Mobile Service
If you’re one of those crazy sporty types, Excellence Remedial Massage may be the answer to your endless aches and pains. Specialising in massages suitable for all types of athletes, they'll assist with some common sports-related issues.
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