Best Body Massages & Treatments, Reviewed By The Weekly

From deep tissue to deep relaxation, these winners of Spa & Wellness Awards 2026 melted our knots and won our hearts

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In such a busy and stressful environment, carving out a little me-time has never felt more important. More so if that time spent on yourself is also used to relax and ease tense muscles.

More than just physical relaxation, a body massage or treatment also has added benefits, such as clearing the mind, de-stressing from the daily grind and putting you in a better frame of mind to tackle your existing tasks.

Trialed and reviewed for The Weekly’s Spa & Wellness Awards 2026, these soothing treatments are perfect whether you need a quick, in-town pick-me-up or an escape to a luxury getaway. This year, we’ve also included allied health services such as physiotherapy, chiropractic care and osteopathy so that your body gets the release and realignment it deserves.

  1. 1. Best Holistic Fusion Massage
  2. 2. Best Deep Tissue Massage
  3. 3. Best Restorative Massage
  4. 4. Best Hot Stone Massage
  5. 5. Best Singapore-Inspired Body Scrub & Massage
  6. 6. Best Massage with Contrast Therapy
  7. 7. Best Tension-Relieving Massage
  8. 8. Best Muscle-Relief Massage
  9. 9. Best Invigorating Body Massage
  10. 10. Best Revitalising Massage
  11. 11. Best Relaxing Massage
  12. 12. Best Restorative Body Massage
  13. 13. Best Rejuvenating Massage
  14. 14. Best Balancing Massage
  15. 15. Best Aromatherapy Massage
  16. 16. Best Soothing Massage
  17. 17. Best Digital Detox Massage
  18. 18. Best Energy-Restoring Massage
  19. 19. Best Sports Massage
  20. 20. Best Thai Massage
  21. 21. Best Meridian Massage
  22. 22. Best TCM Detox & Wellness Programme
  23. 23. Best TCM Body Slimming & Facial Acupuncture Treatment
  24. 24. Best TCM Body Detox Treatment
  25. 25. Best Overall Tui Na Experience
  26. 26. Best Restorative Couples’ Treatment
  27. 27. Best Luxury Couples Retreat
  28. 28. Best Recovery Wellness Treatment
  29. 29. Best Luxury Spa Retreat
  30. 30. Best Body Reset Treatment
  31. 31. Best Osteopathy Treatment
  32. 32. Best Chiropractic Treatment
  33. 33. Best Physiotherapy Treatment

MASSAGES

1. Best Holistic Fusion Massage

Perfect Balance Remedy, Amore Define

Perfect Balance Remedy, Amore Define
Credit: Amore Define

Perfect for a massage in town, Amore Define at Plaza Singapura has a sleek, modern ambience, clean amenities and comfortable rooms in which to enjoy a full-body relaxing massage. This 60-minute massage combines Chinese Tui Na, Thai and Swedish massage techniques that focus on key meridian points to stimulate circulation, improve flexibility and restore the body’s natural energy flow. The massage helps to relieve fatigue, stress and stiffness.

$163.50 for 60 minutes

2. Best Deep Tissue Massage

Inner Respite, Aramsa ~ The Garden Spa

Inner Respite, Aramsa ~ The Garden Spa
Credit: Aramsa ~ The Garden Spa

This peaceful retreat away from the city feels like a world away from Singapore with its verdant greenery and calming atmosphere. This massage focuses on tight muscles, targeting the deeper layers of muscle tissues for a deeply relaxing experience. Take a snooze and awaken feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. Then soak up the sights and sounds of nature in Bishan-Ang Mo Kio park as you leave.
 
$198 for 60 minutes 

3. Best Restorative Massage

Signature Cove Massage, AWAY Spa – W Sentosa

Signature Cove Massage, AWAY Spa – W Sentosa
Credit: AWAY Spa – W Sentosa

Come for the massage and stay for the five-star hotel facilities including hydro pools, red light sauna, steam room and ice bath – a perfect reset before your treatment.  Using a range of techniques including soft rocking motions and long, flowing strokes, the massage helps to release tension, soothe the senses, and balance both body and mind.

$195+ for 60 minutes

4. Best Hot Stone Massage

Healing Himalayan Hot Salt Stone Massage, Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Singapore

Healing Himalayan Hot Salt Stone Massage, Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Singapore
Credit: Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Singapore

This tension-melting massage uses heated natural salt stone crystals to neutralize the ill effects of toxic exposures. These crystals are said to contain 84 naturally-occurring minerals and salts. The stones are placed on the body, including back and stomach while the therapist massages other areas, incorporating the stones as a finishing touch.

$250 for 90 minutes

5. Best Singapore-Inspired Body Scrub & Massage

Singaporean Delightful Journey, Devarana Wellness at Dusit Thani Laguna

Singaporean Delightful Journey, Devarana Wellness at Dusit Thani Laguna
Credit: Devarana Wellness at Dusit Thani Laguna

Inspired by Singapore’s famed chendol dessert, this body scrub uses sugar, coconut milk, the leaves and juice of fragrant pandan and a hidden jackfruit scent for a freshly-made and moisturising feel. This is followed by a relaxing deep tissue massage mainly performed with elbows to soothe knots and tensions.

$300++ for 120 minutes

6. Best Massage with Contrast Therapy

Chill & Heal Ritual, Elements Wellness

Chill & Heal Ritual, Elements Wellness
Credit: Elements Wellness

At an easy-to-reach wellness destination in town, this treatment combines contrast therapy with a relaxing and targeted massage for an efficient body reset. Following a private hot and cold pool experience, a massage completes the experience, leaving the body fully rejuvenated and energised.

$158 on weekdays; $168 on weekends for 105 minutes

7. Best Tension-Relieving Massage

Inner Calm, Fullerton Spa

Inner Calm, Fullerton Spa
Credit: Inner Calm, Fullerton Spa

In an intimate, cozy spa located in the historic Fullerton Hotel, the Inner Calm massage is designed to quiet the mind and release tension, while nourishing the skin with beautifully-blended aromatherapy oils chosen to your exact needs. The full-body massage includes a dedicated scalp and shoulder massage that is instantly soothing.

$185++ for 60 minutes

8. Best Muscle-Relief Massage

Deep Tissue Massage, Healing Touch Spa

Deep Tissue Massage, Healing Touch Spa
Credit: Healing Touch Spa

This deep tissue massage combines skilled pressure techniques with an expert understanding of muscle tension and body alignment to relieve tightness and restore ease of movement. This encourages long-lasting comfort and mobility to help with daily tasks and overall wellbeing. Regular sessions are recommended for body maintenance.

$74.12 for 60 minutes

9. Best Invigorating Body Massage

Royal Banyan Massage and Body Treatment Experience, Banyan Tree Mandai Rainforest Resort

Royal Banyan Massage and Body Treatment Experience, Banyan Tree Mandai Rainforest Resort
Credit: Banyan Tree Mandai Rainforest Resort

The spa’s signature treatment is well-loved for its combination of Eastern and Western massage techniques that improve blood circulation and ease muscle aches. Starting with a cooling Coriander Cucumber Cleanse to prep the body, this is followed by the Royal Banyan Herbal Pouch massage dipped in sesame oil and finished with a reinvigorating jade face massage.

$520++ for 150 minutes

10. Best Revitalising Massage

Signature Body Relief, Natureland

Signature Body Relief, Natureland
Credit: Natureland

Featuring specialised Swedish massage techniques, this massage is ideal for those looking to release muscle tension and restore balance to the body and mind. It focuses on meridian points to improve blood circulation and help the body release toxins. The result is a feeling of complete restoration.
 
$117.72 for 60 minutes

11. Best Relaxing Massage

Sentosa Signature Treatment, Raffles Sentosa Spa

Sentosa Signature Treatment, Raffles Sentosa Spa
Credit: Raffles Sentosa Spa

This massage, the spa’s signature treatment, focuses on overall mind-body balance and uses flowing, wave-like strokes to gently ease muscular tension while calming the nervous system. A highlight is its use of frangipani oil, synonymous with the tropical tranquility of Sentosa.
 
$360++ for 90 minutes

12. Best Restorative Body Massage

Renew and Revive, The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

Renew and Revive, The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore
Credit: The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

After beginning the treatment with an aromatic foot soak, choose between an invigorating or detoxing body scrub, and then again between the Deep Tissue Restore or Botanical Relaxation massage. Both experiences encourage lymphatic drainage, release muscle tension and energise the body. Expect to sleep better after this treatment.

$380++ for 150 minutes

13. Best Rejuvenating Massage

Nourish The Soul, Spa by JW

Nourish The Soul, Spa by JW
Credit: Spa by JW

This massage focuses on acupressure points while also using hot stones on the back and stretching techniques on the legs to help promote circulation. Using Southeast Asian techniques, this infinitely relaxing experience is customised to your individual needs and finishes off with a mocktail in the lounge.

$280++ for 90 minutes

14. Best Balancing Massage

Thalion Ocean Bliss Massage, St. Gregory at Parkroyal Collection Pickering

Thalion Ocean Bliss Massage, St. Gregory at Parkroyal Collection Pickering
Credit: St. Gregory at Parkroyal Collection Pickering

This uplifting, sensory experience uses citrus notes to clear the mind before moving into the Oceanic Bliss Massage that combines marine ingredients with slow massage strokes for ultimate relaxation. The treatment finishes with the application of a melting balm to hydrate the skin.

$220 for 75 minutes

15. Best Aromatherapy Massage

Signature Massage, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Singapore

Signature Massage, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Singapore
Credit: The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Singapore

Using deep to medium pressure, the luxury hotel’s signature massage is designed to alleviate tension and reinvigorate both body and mind. This is done through a combination of restorative massage techniques with the addition of calming, signature aromatherapy blend for total relaxation.

$275++ for 60 minutes

16. Best Soothing Massage

Gemstone Odyssey, The Spa at Artyzen Singapore

Gemstone Odyssey, The Spa at Artyzen Singapore
Credit: The Spa at Artyzen Singapore

Incorporating the healing power of amethyst, carnelian, lapis lazuli and rose quartz, this massage helps to promote equilibrium and balance through your selection of stone. Using heat infused into the stones, the massage is soothing and relaxing with the aim of aligning both physical and emotional wellbeing. Take time after to enjoy their outdoor relaxation area which feels like a tropical escape in the middle of Orchard Road.

$280++ for 90 minutes

17. Best Digital Detox Massage

Tech Detox, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental

Tech Detox, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
Credit: The Spa at Mandarin Oriental

Much needed for those constantly on their phones or computers, this treatment focuses on alleviating digital fatigue, focusing on key tension areas such as the head, eyes, neck, shoulders, back and hands. It also relieves eye strain, headaches and upper body tension with the aim of restoring mental clarity and overall balance.

$350++ (Fri - Sun); $320++ (Mon - Thu) for 90 minutes

18. Best Energy-Restoring Massage

Deep Muscle Massage, The Spa at The Singapore Edition

Deep Muscle Massage, The Spa at The Singapore Edition
Credit: The Spa at The Singapore Edition

This restorative massage is designed to be a calming and relaxing experience using warm jade stones to release deep-seated muscle tension. This is complemented by an aromatic blend of oil that includes ylang ylang, geranium and cedarwood to help relax and clear the mind.
 
$210++ for 60 minutes

19. Best Sports Massage

Sports Massage, UFIT

Sports Massage, UFIT
Credit: UFIT

Taking place within the UFIT gym space, this targeted massage works on muscles and the surrounding soft tissue to boost the body’s natural recovery processes. It can help to improve tightness, tension and restore comfortable movement especially after intense training or long periods of sitting.

$155-$190 for 45 to 60 minutes

20. Best Thai Massage

Thai Massage + Onsen, Yunomori Onsen & Spa Singapore

Thai Massage + Onsen, Yunomori Onsen & Spa Singapore
Credit: Yunomori Onsen & Spa Singapore

Experience this authentic Thai massage in the comfort of an onsen, right here in Singapore! While it sounds contradictory, the treatment is conducted by therapists from Thailand, trained in the traditional stretching techniques to create a truly restorative experience. Guided pressure and stretches ensure body mobility is improved and chronic tightness soothed. Combine this with a soak in the spa’s onsen baths which will further relax muscles and boost overall wellbeing.

$161.32 for 60-minute massage plus full-day pass for onsen

TCM MASSAGES & TREATMENTS

21. Best Meridian Massage

Five Elements Meridian Aromatherapy 五行经络调理, Bubble House +

Five Elements Meridian Aromatherapy 五行经络调理, Bubble House +
Credit: Bubble House +

This new spa in Singapore offers quite a different experience to spa-goers from its bathing facilities to relaxation areas. Their Chinese acupressure massage effectively addresses aches and stiffness in the back and shoulders, and is recommended to those who enjoy a firm massage. Expect improved mobility and reduced tightness. Post-massage, take some time to explore the rest of the spa.

$299 for 90 minutes

22. Best TCM Detox & Wellness Programme

Dr. Lisa Qing Ying (Lightness) Metabolic Support Programme, Dr. Lisa

Dr. Lisa Qing Ying (Lightness) Metabolic Support Programme, Dr. Lisa
Credit: Dr. Lisa

A new wellness centre in Orchard, Dr. Lisa offers an organic, anti-ageing approach with TCM elements. This programme includes a number of plant-powered extracts in a body treatment to improve circulation and metabolism. The massage helps the body feel lighter and refreshed.

$398+ for 60 minutes

23. Best TCM Body Slimming & Facial Acupuncture Treatment

Slimming and Facial Acupuncture, Han TCM

Slimming and Facial Acupuncture, Han TCM
Credit: Han TCM

This body and face treatment is designed for both slimming and facial rejuvenation, balancing metabolism issues, water retention and bloating through a massage, while facial acupuncture works to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots as well as sagging skin. Prior to the treatment, physicians will discuss with patients their goals and help recommend the most suitable treatment plan.

$80 (excluding consultation fees) for approximately 30 minutes

24. Best TCM Body Detox Treatment

YFL Meridian Body Treatment, Shugar Foot & Body Wellness

YFL Meridian Body Treatment, Shugar Foot & Body Wellness
Credit: Shugar Foot & Body Wellness

A relaxing TCM-based experience, this treatment supports detox and improved circulation while relieving tension and promoting smoother and firmer skin. It comprises a manual massage followed by the use of a specialised machine that allows for deeper tension release.

$98 (trial price) or $180 (regular price) for 45 minutes

25. Best Overall Tui Na Experience

Traditional Chinese Tui Na Massage, St. Gregory at Pan Pacific Singapore

Traditional Chinese Tui Na Massage, St. Gregory at Pan Pacific Singapore
Credit: St. Gregory at Pan Pacific Singapore

Embracing the meaning of tui na, which is “push” and “pull” in Mandarin, a highly skilled therapist uses traditional techniques such as squeezing, pushing, pulling and kneading along the body’s meridian points to unblock energy channels and release deep tension. The goal of this massage is to restore harmony within the body.

$200++ for 60 minutes

COUPLES & EXPERIENCES

26. Best Restorative Couples’ Treatment

Happily Ever Anniversary, Ikeda Spa

Happily Ever Anniversary, Ikeda Spa
Credit: Ikeda Spa

This thoughtful couples’ experience starts with a scrub incorporating fresh ingredients from Japan, as well as a Zen candle massage which melts into a warm oil that helps to deeply relax muscles and improve circulation and lymphatic drainage. Choose from five oils/candles representing the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) and enjoy the blend of East-West massage techniques.

$651.82 for 90 minutes

27. Best Luxury Couples Retreat

The Thai Spa Signature Couple Ritual, The Thai Spa – Signature

The Thai Spa Signature Couple Ritual, The Thai Spa – Signature
Credit: The Thai Spa – Signature

This curated couples’ experience begins with a calming foot ritual, followed by a private steam session that helps prepare the body for a massage. Guests can choose from a Swedish, Balinese, deep tissue or Thai-style massage. Post-treatment, couples can enjoy two hours at the Capitol Kempinski’s rooftop pool.
 
$298 for 110 minutes, plus two hours of saltwater pool and jacuzzi access

28. Best Recovery Wellness Treatment

ZeroBody Dry Float, BODHI Spa at The Laurus, Sentosa

ZeroBody Dry Float, BODHI Spa at The Laurus, Sentosa
Credit: BODHI Spa at The Laurus, Sentosa

This innovative treatment offers a deeply restorative 20 minutes through a weightless, floating experience including acoustic meditation designed to reduce stress and muscle aches. Taking place in a body that simulates floating over 400 litres of warm water, it is an alternative to float therapy without the need to get undressed or wet.

$120++ for 20 minutes

29. Best Luxury Spa Retreat

Swissline Signature Retreat, Oasia Spa

Swissline Signature Retreat, Oasia Spa
Credit: Oasia Spa

Great as a half-day escape, this experience encourages you to leave the stress behind and step into relaxation and rejuvenation. It starts with a soothing foot bath and body scrub, followed by the pampering Oasia Signature Massage using Asian therapeutic techniques. Next is the spa’s exclusive Swissline by Dermalab facial, which smoothens out fine lines and intensely hydrates skin. The session ends with a delicious three-course meal as well as access to the hotel’s pool and gym facilities.

$460+ for 180 minutes

30. Best Body Reset Treatment

Detox Swiss Salts & Algae Ritual, Raffles Sentosa Spa

Detox Swiss Salts & Algae Ritual, Raffles Sentosa Spa
Credit: Raffles Sentosa Spa

This revitalising body treatment helps to reduce water retention while improving circulation. It uses Swiss Alps salts in a full-body exfoliation that promotes lymphatic drainage, followed by an algae wrap that is rich in minerals. The treatment finishes with a targeted massage that helps release tension and support toxin elimination. Post-treatment, explore the rest of the spa facilities, located in the restored colonial barracks surrounded by lush greenery.

$380++ for 90 minutes

ALLIED HEALTH

31. Best Osteopathy Treatment

Osteopathic Care, Orchard Health Clinic

Osteopathic Care, Orchard Health Clinic
Credit: Orchard Health Clinic

An excellent treatment for deskbound folks, mothers and people dealing with stress-related tightness, Osteopathic Care uses gentle manual therapy including soft tissue release, myofascial techniques and joint articulation to rebalance the body and guide muscles back to optimal function. Both a calming and corrective experience, osteopathy can improve chronic pain and posture.

$250.70 for 50 minutes

32. Best Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic Care, Orchard Health Clinic

Chiropractic Care, Orchard Health Clinic
Credit: Orchard Health Clinic

Designed to improve alignment and movement, chiropractic care can help you feel lighter and more mobile. The session involves precise spinal and joint adjustments, along with manual therapy to relieve stiffness, improve posture and support the nervous system. Addressing joint and muscular tension can lead to longer-lasting results and better mobility.

$250.70 for 50 minutes

33. Best Physiotherapy Treatment

Physiotherapy, UFIT

Physiotherapy, UFIT
Credit: UFIT

A physiotherapy session at UFIT is part of a holistic and clinical process that allows you to measure your results and improvement. It begins with an assessment and explanation of what is causing the pain or discomfort, followed by targeted hands-on treatment to immediately improve mobility. Regular sessions are recommended in order to see and maintain improvement.

$200-$280+ (depending on session duration and physio) for 45 to 60 minutes

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