UR Shanghai
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Bodyworks
Fitness & YogaToo many dumplings? Scorch the carbs and stretch it out at this bright studio with reformer and mat Pilates and yoga, plus physiotherapy and guided corrective exercises to target back pain and poor posture. Three in one, done!
95 Rm 201, 2/F, Wuyi Lu, near Yan'an Xi Lu http://bodyworksasia.cn/ bookings@bodyworksasia.cn +862152385750 CHI, The Spa
Day SpasSoftly-lit, contemporary Asian resort-style relaxation haven, with treatments based on the five elements for a balanced you. Unique ancient Chinese and Himalayan therapies, signature colour baths, caviar and jade facials, plush robes and swish suites. Add foot reflexology, mani/pedi and men's skincare menu for the ol' grump.
33 Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La, Fucheng Lu http://www.shangri-la.com/shanghai/pudongshangrila/health-leisure/chi-the-spa/ chi.pudong@shangri-la.com +862158771503 Green Massage
MassageStylish locals swear by Green for a quick kink fix, and with six branches citywide it's easy to see why. On point acupressure rubdowns, wraps and scrubs tackle stress from top to toe. Mommy-to-be treatments also available.
58 Taicang Lu http://greenmassage.com.cn/ +862153860222 Le Salon
SalonsAna and Laurent cut and colour some of the chicest heads in town, from society dames to soccer moms and models. Foot massages and mani/pedis while you primp = ace added pamper.
570 Rm 332, Bldg 3, Surpass Court, Yongjia Lu, by Yueyang Lu http://lesalon-shanghai.com/ +862160740365 Oriental Taipan
MassagePick a DVD, plonk yourself on a recliner, position your LCD, and let the masseuse work their magic on tired trotters and shopper’s shoulders. Oh, and did we mention unlimited bites and bevs too? Extremely popular, book well ahead.
39 Donghu Lu, by Xinle Lu http://taipan.com.cn/ +862164158880 Sanctuary
Day SpasPollution, dry air, and the stress of Shanghai's pace = seriously bad face. Luckily, spa and science unite here with medically-trained therapists giving the city's best basic, no-faff facials in a mod, blond-wood space. Devotees love the Sanctuary brand prods, too.
171 Rm 402, Jianguo Zhong Lu http://itsthesanctuary.com/ +862133562257 -
Strip
SalonsGot more bush than Australia? Breathe deep and go Brazilian at this sassy anti-fur salon. And while you're there, visit sis Browhaus for perfectly tamed arches too, you dashing diva.
158 Xinle Lu, by Donghu Lu http://strip-china.cn/shanghai/ xinlelu@strip-shanghai.cn +862154030011 Subconscious Day Spa
Day SpasCounter the grit in lemongrass-infused, wood-panelled environs with ace eco-friendly dermal fixes, top-to-tootsies massages and organic beauty prods plus yoga, Reiki and meditation. Omm!
183 Fumin Lu, near Juju Lu http://www.subconsciousdayspa.com/home/ +862164150636 The Living Room by Octave
Day SpasEastern wisdom marries Western science for treatments and classes targeting bod and brain. Entrust tots to on-site daycare and follow with wholesome eats at Though for Food. Now relax...
357 Jianguo Xi Lu, near Taiyuan Lu http://new.livingoctave.com/Living-Room.aspx journeymate@livingoctave.com +862133384666 -
The Peninsula Spa
Day SpasBlissful, holistic therapies with Ayurvedic, Chinese and European influences. Try the Shanghai signature massage series, using bamboo and herbs, sea salt and essential oil scrubs, cool jade and warm basalt lava stones. Afterwards, sweat it all out in the thermal suite for steamy, hydro relaxation.
32 The Peninsula, Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu http://shanghai.peninsula.com/ spapsh@peninsula.com +862123276599 Urban Retreat
MassageJust three treatment suites for muscle-melting, east-meets-west massages on the best beds in town – try the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi or opt for traditional acupressure. Need more? Spa journey packages for jetlag, detox and renewal can be combined with soaks in an essential oil infused bath. Ahhh...
8/F, East Tower, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu http://urbanretreat.cn/ +862162897007 Zen Massage
MassageTranquil, tri-level locale dedicated to the art of the almighty pummel with foot reflexology, hot atone and aromatherapy treats using essential oils.
210 Bldg 1, Wuyuan Lu, near Wulumuqi Zhong Lu http://www.zenmassage.cn/en/home.htm +862133681227