Chi, the Spa at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa

Set amidst the spectacular backdrop of Pulau Bayu is Chi, the Spa at Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa. Easily one of the most reviewed and applauded spas in Malaysia, this private resort spa features eight villas with the signature ‘spa within a spa’ concept complete with chic amenities such as private treatment rooms, lounging areas, steam rooms, outdoor gardens and bathing facilities. Notable guests of this spa include , among others, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and the King of Sweden.

Have a taste of authentic Borneo with the spa’s bestselling Pulau Bayu Retreat package. Enjoy having your body exfoliated and pampered with the Pearl Cocoa Scrub—a special combo of pulverized pearls from the bays of Semporna and cocoa beans blended together with soya, ginger and pegaga leaf. The result: a glowing healthy complexion engulfed in luscious chocolaty smell!

Inspired by the Bobohizans (Borneo Island’s native healers), the Borneo Therapy starts with a foot bath ritual using seven herbs such as nutmeg, red ginger, and betel leaf. The ritual is believed to have the power to remove negative energy. This relaxing therapy is followed by a special body massage which incorporates firm palm and thumb pressure.

Choose from a range of signature therapies and massages that are inspired by the traditional Asian healing philosophies such as the CHI Balance, Himalayan Healing Stone Massage, Herbal Harmony and Aroma Vitality. For the modern professional men, Chi, the Spa also offers men’s skincare treatments in the form of CHI Vitality Facial and the Executive Facial.

A day spent at Chi, the Spa will definitely get you craving for more. Love the fluffy slippers and other Chi products? You can also take your Chi experience home by purchasing your favourite Chi, the Spa items at the spa boutique.

Cres Moment

Walk into Cres Moment total women’s treatment spa and you will be welcomed by the invitingly soothing aroma of lemongrass. A complimentary warm cup of tea will be poured out for you before and after your pampering session.

The spa offers an array of wonderful treats to soothe the mind and body. Visitors can either choose to have individual spa treatments or opt for a spa treatment package.

The full body orange beads masque treatment is the perfect preparation for the sexy little black dress. This treatment brings out your full body radiance and leaves the skin feeling supple and soft. A must do for a hot date or any special occasion.

Throughout generations, milk bath is believed to have the ability of instantly removing dead skin cells to reveal a glowing and youthful complexion. Unleash your inner Cleopatra by indulging in a 20-minute royal milk bath complete with a complimentary cup of hot chocolate.

For the overworked pair of feet, treat yourself to a foot reflexology massage. The foot massage given by Cres Moment’s well-trained therapists will help relieve stress from your body, offering a rejuvenated feeling.

Every woman needs to feel like a queen once in a while. Do this by going for an hour-long magical aromatherapy massage that will relax and revitalize your whole body using Cellnique Aroma Detoxifying Oil, a 100 per cent botanical essential oil blend.

Come to Cres Moment total woman’s treatment spa today for an exquisite pampering experience like no other - it’s even better than a whole box of chocolate!

Location:

Lot No A-G-08, Block A,

Ground Floor, Warisan Square,

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens,

88000 Kota Kinabalu,

Business Hours:

10am – 10pm (daily)

Jari Jari (Day Spa) for Body & Mind Relaxation

Discovering the JARI JARI SPA EXPERIENCE in Sabah, Borneo

The unique and deeply satisfying experience offered by Jari Jari spa begins with our underlying philosophy: we believe in sharing our cultural traditional and the wisdom passed down through generations by offering relaxing and rejuvenating therapies that are distinctively Bornean. 

While other cultures around Asia and in the West have their own styles of massaging, we offer an experience that is unique to Sabah—combining this with international standards of professionalism in training and spa management.

The treatments and healing rituals at Jari Jari spa are drawn from the rich cultural heritage of the Dusuns, the largest group of indigenous people in North Borneo.

Jari Jari’s Signature treatment, Dusun Lotud Inan (Award Winning for the Best Traditional Treatment) is derived from traditional massage as practiced by the Lotud Dusuns, a group from the Tuaran District just north of Kota Kinabalu.  In this rice-growing region, the women learned from generation to generation how to massage away the aches and pains left after a day of back-breaking work in the paddy fields.

Their distinctive massaging technique involves applying pressure with the thumbs to the various pressure points in the body, magically unlocking the flow of energy, releasing tension and relaxing the muscles.

Jari Jari’s Signature Experience is marketed to Sabah’s many overseas visitors as a way to experience this little-known yet valuable aspect of the local Lotud Dusun culture.  Nowhere else in the world can you experience the age-old techniques and ingredients used by the Dusun Lotud, which differ from the better known techniques in Bali, Thailand and India.  This is a unique experience which no visitor should miss out on.

As guardians of this ancient tradition, the therapists here ensure that at Jari Jari Spa, the Massage comes not just from the hands but also from the heart.

Ka'andaman Traditional Healing Garden

The Ka'andaman Traditional Healing Garden is a relaxing haven located within the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Cultural Village grounds, a mere 15 minutes away from the city centre. Ka'andaman, a Kadazandusun/" id="link" class="link">Kadazan word which means ‘memory' or ‘remembrance', offers a myriad of stress-relieving treatments from relaxing milk baths to soothing massages by skillful therapists.

The spa's interior boasts a fusion of Asian décor, the unmistakable scent of lemongrass lingering in the air. The spa comes with a variety of rooms, both single and double as well as a designated area for foot reflexology. Try the Ka'andaman Traditional Massage or opt for an aroma massage.

There are various packages to suit your needs, be it a foot reflexology treatment or a complete head to toe spa experience. The relaxed ambience fringed with lush greenery will remind you of idyllic Borneo days.

*The Ka'andaman Spa in Mabul also offers a complete spa experience. Pampering perfection set amidst the swaying coconut trees and blue-green waters of the Celebes Sea!

Location: Km 8, Hongkod Koisaan, Penampang Road

Mandara Spa, Magellan Sutera

When in search of a soothing and healing Balinese massage, look no further than Mandara Spa in Magellan Sutera hotel. The spa, a spacious and scenic two-storey tropical spa with eclectic Asian décor, is surrounded by lush foliage to create a verdant serene ambience.

The spa consists of six double deluxe spa suites, six single spa suites, a reception area and a spa boutique. This giant spa company blends traditional treatments from India, Thailand and Indonesia with some of the latest health and beauty trends.

The Mandara Spa experience combines the beauty and allure of Asian traditions with the sophistication of modern spa technology. Its menu offers an array of treatments marrying traditional Balinese massage with the latest science of Elemis spa therapy.

Indulge in the bestselling signature Ultimate Indulgence package which includes a luxurious ritual of Aromatherapy Footbath, Lavender Body Wash, Traditional Body Scrub, Herbal Steam Bath, Aromatherapy Floral Bath, Mandara Massage, Elemis Taster Facial and Foot Massage.

Need a quick pick-me-up? Go for the Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Facial which is designed to provide immediate results to fight the ageing process. This anti-wrinkle facial is clinically proven to reduce wrinkles and improve skin firmness, taking years off your skin.

The Yin and Yang package is a perfect package for lovebirds planning to spend some quality time while enjoying a magically romantic spa pampering treat together. Imagine relaxing in a Jacuzzi tub with your beloved over champagne and fruit platter. What could be more lovey-dovey?

The Spa at Dalit Bay

Winner of the 2009 Sabah Tourism Award for Best Spa Experience, The Spa at Dalit Bay in Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort lives up to its name in offering one of the most decadent decompressing experiences in Sabah.

Deriving its philosophy from the mystical land of Sabah itself, the spa sets itself in a green themed surrounding that resonates with soothing serenity. It banks purely on the native wellness rituals and therapies of Sabah, the Land below the Wind.

To get the most of your Sabahan experience, opt for the spa treatment of the same name which incorporates the mystical craft of river cleansing coming from the age-old tradition of native Sabahan culture. This spa ritual also involves a mild scrubbing of the body using rice powder and stone to give you smooth, supple skin like that of a baby.

For blushing brides-to-be, Traditional Inspiration offers the perfect preparation for your big day starting with a herbal and rice grains body scrub enriched with lime and egg white. Then, choose from a choice of aromatic massage oils for a revitalizing massage.

The Spa at Dalit Bay also offers a wide range of body scrub and wraps, facial care rituals (for both ladies and gents), hand and foot care, as well as two of CHI Spa Signature Therapies—CHI Balance and Herbal Harmony. All treatments begin with a purifying foot ritual.