From Couple Time To Prenatal Pampering: Discover A Luxury Spa Escape In The Heart Of Nature – No Flights Required

Staycations with little ones don’t usually come with the luxury of downtime. Between nap schedules, mealtime negotiations and a constant stream of activities, parents often return home more exhausted than when they left.

But tucked within the leafy embrace of Mandai, a different kind of retreat awaits at Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree – one that offers genuine respite for mums and dads.

Perched on the resort’s second level and surrounded by lush greenery, Banyan Tree Spa carries the brand’s hallmark of excellence. Therapists here undergo 650 hours of training, ensuring every touch is grounded in both expertise and intuition. In other words, you can truly surrender – body, mind and spirit – knowing you’re in good hands.

And the best part? Parents staying at the resort don’t have to choose between caring for their kids and carving out a pocket of calm. Just next door, the Rangers’ Club welcomes children aged four to 11 with a line-up of engaging activities, giving parents the freedom to enjoy an uninterrupted spa session.

Royal Banyan treatment: An indulgent spa escape for couples 

Parenting is an all-consuming job, and quality couple time often ends up on the back burner. Banyan Tree Spa has designed its spaces and signature rituals to gently restore that connection. Step into a private treatment room, where soft lighting and soothing scents set the tone for deep reconnection.

At the heart of every ritual is Banyan Tree’s philosophy of wellness, guided by the Eight Pillars of Well-being: Rest, Nourishment, Connection, Movement, Mindfulness, Growth, Groundedness and Practice.

Before your treatment begins, you’ll be invited to choose the pillar that resonates most. Your well-being host will then blend an essential oil in front of you – a personalised touch that turns your choice into a grounding sensory journey. It’s a small detail, but one that makes the whole experience more intentional, turning a massage into a restorative journey tailored just for you.

The highlight of the treatment menu is the Royal Banyan treatment, a 150-minute journey that weaves together ancient remedies with modern luxury. It begins with a coriander cucumber cleanse to refresh and soften the skin, followed by a restorative herbal pouch massage using warm oil and a medley of medicinal herbs.

The experience culminates in a cooling jade face massage designed to soothe the skin, reduce puffiness and promote overall balance of the body’s energy. Beyond the physical benefits, this shared ritual offers a moment of pause, where partners can rediscover intimacy and calm together.

Gentle Touch Massage: A prenatal ritual of care

Pregnancy is often described as beautiful, but expecting mothers know it also brings aches, fatigue and the sense of a body in constant flux. Banyan Tree Spa addresses this with its Gentle Touch Massage, specially designed to be both safe and nurturing.

Instead of deep-tissue techniques, this massage relies on light strokes and gentle thumb pressure to ease tension and improve circulation. For expectant mothers, improved circulation can help with swelling, while the rhythmic, soothing pace of the massage calms both body and mind.

The treatment is carried out by therapists trained to work with mums-to-be, ensuring comfort at every stage.

A family-friendly retreat in nature

What makes this spa experience particularly refreshing is its setting. Surrounded by rainforest, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree feels worlds away from city life, even though it’s just a 30-minute drive from central Singapore. The spa itself opens out to treehouse views, with wheelchair-friendly pods ensuring accessibility for all.

Meanwhile, kids at the Rangers’ Club can spend hours immersed in fun activities, freeing parents to truly relax.

For those staying overnight at the resort, the wellness extends beyond the treatment rooms. Guests can join complimentary workshops such as a Body Scrub Workshop (limited to eight per class), or sign up for yoga or Pilates sessions held almost daily. These activities create a fuller retreat experience, where parents can toggle between family bonding and solo restoration without ever leaving the greenery of Mandai.

The result is a staycation that doesn’t feel like a compromise. Children get adventure and stimulation, while parents gain the luxury of time and care. Together, this rainforest retreat delivers a chance to pause, reconnect and return home renewed.

Enjoy 15 per cent off a la carte treatments from Monday to Friday (except public holidays) when you quote “SWW2025” while making your appointment. To book, email spa-mandairainforest@banyantree.com or call +65 6038 3993.

Terms and conditions:

• Promotion is valid till Dec 31, 2025. Readers to quote the booking code when making an appointment.
• Treatment prices are subject to a 10 per cent service charge and prevailing government taxes.
• Advanced booking required, subject to availability. Booking code: SWW2025
• Not valid with other offers, promotions, discounts, hotel packages, etc.