St Regis Remede Spa

St Regis' Remede Spa specialises in pampering, leaving you relaxed, happy and some might say feeling like royalty.

It's tip-top service from the moment you enter, to the receptionist (Ms. Lynne Khoo) who was kind enough to send me a menu via email (it arrived in 5 minutes! now THAT'S efficiency.) to the friendly people at the counter. They will always answer the phone as long as they're open, even if you call at 9plus pm. Bring a friend along and when you ask for the bill, they'll very kindly and considerately ask whether you'd like it to be charged to 2 different credit cards instead. Someone will walk you to the locker room area, which was empty when I arrived. You may also request for one of the staff to show you around the place.

None of those useless customer service people some might get at inferior spas like True Spa.

The massage is customised, you can choose any techniques you want. I asked for a combination of Shiatsu, Swedish, and Balinese. The 60 minute full body massage comes with a paraffin foot treatment. The 90 minute massage comes with both hand and foot paraffin wax.

There were 3 kinds of aromatherapy oils to choose from for the treatment I booked, the first being a very calming lavender eucalyptus which my companion chose. 2nd was some kind of aquatic oakmoss sandalwood fir one; third was an uplifting refreshing citrusy minty lemon bergamot one which I picked.

They provide amenities needed- combs, deodorant, etc. including disposable underwear (made of black cottony-stocking material, not those paper things you get elsewhere) and the area's decorated with red roses on tables and such. They've got nice fluffy robes with a towely layer inside, another normal thick cotton layer over. The usual fluffy towels. Fluffy cottony slippers unlike those standard papery ones, in a gauze-y mesh bag.

Cost of the treatment? $180SGD each (excl. GST and service charge) for a 60 minute massage. Don't forget to use their spa facilities (an extra $35 each for treatments above 100, an extra 70 each for treatments below 100)

They have: a heated indoor jacuzzi, an outdoor jacuzzi, eucalyptus scented steam room. Sit on the infrared heated marble loungers, take a sip of the nice fruity water they have at the lounge. If your face gets too hot because of the steambath or sauna, there's also a mini-fridge inside with cold eucalyptus/mint scented face towels to wipe yourself off, or just grab some ice from the ice fountain.

Take a walk along the aqua reflex path when (and if) you ever get bored, and enjoy the peacefulness and serenity of the place. If you're lucky enough you're probably the only one there, but in case you're unlucky it's always good to note that the facilities are never crowded, never more than just one or two other people with you.

Go with a friend or your partner and book the Jade Suite, with a separate changing room, shower cubicle, and its own toilet. The room's partitioned into two, with the massage area separated from the changing/shower/hydrobath area by 2 big doors. Both sides are big and roomy.

If you'd prefer to go alone, then the Vichy Shower Massage in the Vichy Suite's good too.

There's no extra charge for Suites vs. individual treatment rooms.

Don't rush off after your treatment, there's complimentary champagne, chocolates and tea (of your choice) at the Sensorial Lounge. There are different lounges and facilities for men and women, and while you can't enjoy being in a jacuzzi with your partner, you're free to sit together at the lounges anytime.

I loved my massage (by this very nice lady called Jacqueline) and my companion really enjoyed theirs as well. So if you're looking for a wonderful, relaxing time; then I'd say St Regis' Remede Spa will make you feel at peace with the world and completely relaxed. The staff are helpful yet unobtrusive, friendly and kind. I couldn't find my locker key because I enjoyed myself so much in the facilities, and they hunted all over for me.

It's truly worthy of the 6-Star Rating given to the Hotel and the Spa. (too bad yebber only has up to 5 stars lol)