The Philippines is gaining recognition as a premier luxury wellness destination, among these, Atmosphere Resorts & Spa stands out as a haven for rejuvenation and holistic well-being.
Discover Award-Winning Wellness in the Philippines
Atmosphere Resorts & Spa, surrounded by beautiful coconut plantations on Negros Island, provides a spectacular beachfront location, making it an ideal setting for a wellness escape. It is recognized as one of the best tropical boutique resorts in the Philippines and has received accolades from the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Awards, including “Best Luxury Boutique Resort” and “Best Family Resort” in 2024, as well as “Best Seaside Resort – Asia” in 2022.
The resort’s commitment to well-being is epitomized by The Sanctuary Spa, an award-winning oasis that promotes physical and mental relaxation within a tranquil tropical garden setting. The Sanctuary Spa has received prestigious global awards at the Luxury Spa Awards, including “Best Luxury Garden Spa” and “Best Luxury Spa Retreat in the Philippines,” in multiple years, such as 2017, 2018, 2020, 2022, and 2024.
Upon entering The Sanctuary, guests discover a secret garden where five treatment pavilions are discreetly placed among running waterfalls, ponds, and tropical plants. Each pavilion is equipped with two treatment tables and its own unique bathroom. The spa also features a heated pool for Watsu “water shiatsu” treatments and a central Shala area for relaxation and reception.
The Sanctuary Spa offers an extensive menu of services designed for deep relaxation and rejuvenation
Massages
There are eight unique full-body massages, each starting with a foot ritual and concluding with a tea ceremony. Options include:
- Atmosphere Signature Massage
- Yin Assisted Yoga
- Hilot – a Traditional Filipino Massage
- Thai Massage
- Bamboo Massage
- Stress Reliever
- Hot Stone Massage
- Signature Water Massage
Facials and Body Treatments
The spa utilizes all-natural, local indigenous ingredients for its facials and body treatments. These include:
- Revitalizing plant extract facial and rejuvenating fruit extract facial.
- Traditional body wraps using banana leaves with various body masks to lock in moisture and minerals.
- Natural body scrubs made from ingredients like coffee, carrot, coconut, ginger, oat, and mint.
- Body wraps featuring papaya, pineapple, and coconut.
- An aloe vera and cucumber wrap is offered for sun-kissed skin that needs additional cooling.
- These treatments can be combined with healing baths, face masks, and foot masks.
Additional Treatments
The spa offers a range of wellness services, including after sun care, foot spas, manicures (regular and gel), pedicures, waxing, threading, ear candling, and hair masks. Guests can also experience different healing baths and an in-house Vichy shower.
Watsu “Water Shiatsu”: A unique treatment performed in a heated pool within the spa grounds, Watsu combines elements of massage, yoga, shiatsu, muscle stretching, and dance. A Watsu provider supports and floats the guest, guiding them through rhythmical movements to release stress and tension.
Kids’ Spa Services: Recognizing that children also deserve pampering, The Sanctuary Spa offers a specially designed spa menu for children aged 8-12. Treatments include:
- “Funky Fingers” (mini manicures) & “Twinkle Toes” (mini pedicures)
- Mini massages
- Fruity facials
These are shorter, softer versions of popular adult spa treatments. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Focus on Mind-Body Balance Atmosphere Resorts & Spa believes that fitness and wellness go hand-in-hand, with achieving a balance between mind and body being key to self-care. Beyond the spa, the resort offers numerous activities to support this holistic approach:
- Yoga Classes are held on an elevated beachside yoga platform, nestled in the trees and overlooking the ocean, providing a serene environment with ocean breezes. There are also Yoga classes designed for children aged 5-12, incorporating fun poses, games, and imaginary journey, as well as Aerial yoga, which allows you to stretch, strengthen, and unwind in ways that traditional mat-based yoga can’t, supported by a silk hammock.
- The resort features an outdoor warrior fitness gym with equipment like TRX bands, climbing ropes, battle ropes, monkey bars, barbells, dumbbells. Guests can also opt for private fitness sessions with a certified personal trainer or join group classes such as HIIT, circuit training, or TRX.
Many of these activities are designed to be enjoyed by the whole family, allowing guests to stay active together.
The Philippines is rapidly emerging as a leading luxury wellness destination worldwide, building on its established reputation for holidaymaking, eco-travel, and scuba diving. It has been named the “Best Dive Destination” and “World’s Leading Dive and Beach Destination” by the World Travel Awards. The country’s archipelago of 7,641 islands offers unspoiled beaches, underwater adventures, and rich natural biodiversity, allowing wellness travelers to indulge in tailored experiences amidst stunning surroundings.
Whether you seek adventure, relaxation, or quality time with family, Atmosphere Resorts & Spa, with its award-winning wellness facilities and diverse range of activities, provides a complete and unforgettable escape in the tropical paradise of the Philippines.
