A Day at Spatium: Jungle, Jacuzzis & Joy
Hey there, spa lovers and paradise hunters! Picture this: You, surrounded by verdant greenery, warm steam rising, and a collection of wellness treatments just waiting to melt your cares away. That’s a day at Spatium, nestled in the lush jungle behind the Grand Luxxe Residence Tower, where ancient healing vibes meet modern spa magic.
Let’s unwrap this blissful adventure, step by step.
Wake Up and Set the Mood
You roll out of bed late (because you’re on vacay) and stop for a light breakfast at the Green Table before heading over to Spatium. Even before you enter, the vibe hits: architectural lines inspired by Buddhist temples, rich woods, regional stones, and open-air tranquility blur the line between indoors and the jungle beyond.
Step 1: The Hydrotherapy Annex (Hot-Cold-Repeat Bliss)
Your Spa Butler greets you and guides you through a carefully designed circuit that feels like a ritual—but with bubbles and aromatherapy. Think of it as the spa’s own “choose-your-own-relaxation-adventure” (but they’ve already planned all the best turns).
Here’s how it flows (timed just right):
- Foot Bath (~7 min): Gentle jets massage those soles awake.
- Sauna (10 min): Sweat out your stress.
- Steam Room (10 min): Let your skin breathe.
- Cold Dip Pool (~5 min): A sharp, chilly rev-up for your system, but who are we kidding, it will likely be more like one or two minutes.
- Back to Steam Room (10 min): Cozy warmth to recover.
- Jacuzzi (10 min): Ahhhh—bubbles ON.
Step 2: The Massage—Where the Magic Happens
Now that your body is properly prepped, you’re quietly led to a private treatment cabin—dim lighting, soft music, and perhaps a peek of jungle green outside the window. This is where expert therapists take over, delivering everything from deep-pressure sports massage to gentle Swedish to revitalizing facials, hot-stone rituals, or even Thai-inspired holistic treatments. A combo of global traditions, delivered with that Vidanta polish
Insider tip: reviewers keep raving about how good the massages are, with one guest calling the sports/deep tissue work “amazing”. However, my wife and a couple of female friends feel the gentle Swedish massage is plenty of “pressure”.
Step 3: The Afterglow—Zero , 100% Chill
Post-treatment, you’re escorted to a serene wind-cooled area—cushy loungers or breezy cabanas hiding in a lush garden nook. Maybe there’s herbal water waiting, or even champagne and macarons if you’re feeling extra decadent (it happens, and it’s glorious). This is the kind of spot where time takes a timeout and your worries officially clock out
Why Spatium Gets All the Spa-Kudos
- Jungle-Inspired Architecture: Natural materials, open-air vibes where serenity meets sleek.
- Hydrotherapy Done Right: Hot, cold, steam, plunge, and bubblein perfect flow.
- Therapist Talent: “Sports/Deep Tissue is my favorite” , just my bias.
- Hidden Chill Zones: Garden cabanas and private lounges feel like they belong in a daydream.
How to Maximize Your Spatium Vibe
- Reserve Early: Hydrotherapy is hot, so snatch those appointment slots ASAP.
- Leave Your Cell Phone in Your Suite: So much better without texts and dings
- Swimwear Required: Yes, this isn’t just robes and nature, ou’ll need your suit for the wet zone.
- Light Eats Before, a Feast After: Plan for a snack, then enjoy one of the 20+ awesome dining options at Vidanta when you emerge.
- Indulge in the Afterlife (the… post-massage lounge, I mean).
Skip the Massage and Go Straight to Relaxing
Our guests in the Grand Luxxe, Spa Tower and Loft can reserve an hour in the outdoor hydrotherapy area. You can choose from jacuzzi, dry sauna, steam bath, cold plunge and swedish shower. This is just one of the many perks that come with our rentals. Many of them, like this one, are complimentary.
Need A More Active Plan?
You can keep your fitness routine right on schedule during your Spa-cation with Fitness Center by Spatium, a 24,500-square-foot, fully equipped fitness facility located in Grand Luxxe Tower 2. This center offers free weights, strength training stations, elliptical and spinning equipment, rowing machines, and expert-led group classes. Personal trainers are available for one-on-one instruction.
Class Offerings
- Spin & Trim
- Power Plate
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Chi Kung
- Zumba
- Step Abs
- Stretching
- Boot Camp
- Hiit
- Tabata
- Tapout
- Arke Functional Training
- Personal Training
Final Thoughts
“Spa-cation in the Jungle” isn’t just a tagline—it’s the real deal here. Spatium isn’t trying to be complicated; it’s all about giving you an effortless, heart-rate-dropping, breath-stealing moment of pure wellness. Start with steam, roller-coaster through temp changes, drift into expert hands, and melt out in a garden lounger pretending it’s just you and the breeze.
If you’re staying at Grand Luxxe, Spa Tower or Loft, and your idea of a perfect afternoon is straight to nirvana, Spatium is calling your name. Pack that swimsuit, a sense of humor, and a readiness to check out of the real world…just for a day. You’ll be going home with more than spa memories and you’ll feel like a person again. This is just one of the items from our blog post on 25 Things To Do On Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Resort.
