Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 7: Middle East

Known for its elaborate decor and local spa specialties, not to mention the only seven-star hotel in the world, the Middle East is home to five hot spas we just have to share!

Miss Parts 1 through 6? Check them out here:
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 1: North America
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 2: Europe
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 3: South Africa
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 4: Asia
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 5: Australia & the South Pacific
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 6: South America

Burj Al Arab – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Towering 280 meters from the Jumeirah coastline is Dubai’s seven-star all-suite resort and one of the tallest buildings in the world, Burj Al Arab, a majestic design resembling the sails of an Arabian dhow. Its luxurious 202 suite accommodations feature vibrant colors, floor-to-ceiling windows, Stautario marble and 24-carat gold leaf accents. Select suites are equipped with spiral staircases, majlis-style lounges and Jacuzzi tubs with Hermes brand products. The 18^th floor of the resort boasts the Assawan Spa and Health Club, a wellness complex with exotic treatments revolving around a “water, steam and rest” philosophy.

Learn more about Burj Al Arab on SpaFinder.com.
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Hotel Missoni Kuwait – Salmiya, Kuwait

Located in Kuwait’s fashionable Symphony Center in Salmiya, the Hotel Missoni Kuwait is the first lifestyle hotel in the country. All 18-floors were designed by fashion powerhouse Missoni, whose influence is shown throughout in the form of the iconic stripes, zig zags and bold colors intermingled with gold and mosaic accents. From the Six Senses Spa guests will enjoy views of the Arabian Gulf. Eleven treatment rooms, two hammams and two gyms, one for women only, paired with the famous Six Senses menu of signature treatments, make this spa a must-see.

Learn more about Hotel Missoni Kuwait ton SpaFinder.com.
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The Istanbul EDITION –Istanbul, Turkey

The ESPA at The Istanbul EDITION is 2,000 square meters and three stories of peace of mind, body and spirit. With separate hammams for men and women, a Bastien Gonzalez mani/pedi studio and a couple’s VIP suite with an oversized tub, steam shower and bed suspended from the ceiling, the ESPA at the EDITION fuses contemporary design with authentic Turkish accents. The hotel, set in the bustling Levent neighborhood of Istanbul, features an airy domed lobby leading to a gold mosaic-tiled elevator, wall-sized aquarium and onyx-walled reception area.

Learn more about The Istanbul EDITION on SpaFinder.com.
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One&Only The Palm – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Surrounded by landscaped gardens, One&Only The Palm in Dubai is tucked away in a secluded enclave that lines the Palm Jumeirah peninsula. Ninety-one ocean-view accommodations feature Andalusian design, private balconies or outdoor terraces, marble bathrooms and easy access to the hotel’s amenities. The private spa features accents of limestone, teak and turquoise. The nine treatment rooms are outfitted with private indoor/outdoor showers, steam rooms and relaxation areas, and the couple’s suite houses a double scrub room, private rassoul and dual soaking tubs.

Learn more about One&Only The Palm on SpaFinder.com.
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Atlantis The Palm – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Atlantis The Palm lies in the center of Dubai’s man-made Palm Island, surrounded by white sand beach and the pristine Arabian Sea. The ocean-themed resort includes a water park, marine habitats and the ShuiQi Spa, a comprehensive fitness, salon and spa complex. The two-story spa is housed within the Royal Towers of Atlantis and is highlighted by 27 treatment rooms, water-lined pathways, stone steps and mosaic tiles, as well as his-and-her saunas and steam rooms.

Learn more about Atlantis The Palm on SpaFinder.com

Photo Courtesy of Atlantis The Palm

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Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 1: North America
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 2: Europe
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 3: South Africa
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 4: Asia
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 5: Australia & the South Pacific
Around the World in 80 Spas | Part 6: South America

Photo Courtesy of Burj Al Arab