So Spa
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Enter a relaxing haven where mind, body and spirit unite. Step into a Queenstown day spa, voted the Worlds Best Hotel Spa by Travel Leisure magazine. So Spa features a range of unique Maori rituals and signature European massage and beauty treatments. Soothe your body with the sensory experiences of the traditional Hammam Steam room, cedar wood Jacuzzi and Far Infrared Sauna.
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- Angela RBrisbane, Australia790 contributionsMust do Spa ExpereienceSo Spa is the must do Spa experience of Queenstown. I visited for a deep tissue massage while holidaying. The staff are friendly and professional and the spa has beautifully appointed decore and is a relaxing atmosphere. My Deep Tissue massage was perfection, my therapist ensured it was the right amount of pressure and was extremely well trained. I only wish I had been staying longer to try out more of their treatments. I highly recommend So Spa.Visited January 2020Travelled soloWritten 28 January 2020
- kaleejaynzWhangarei, New Zealand111 contributionsWorld class spa experienceOn a recent trip to Queenstown I stayed at the Sofitel and booked a Pure Indulgence spa treatment the day after arrival. I wasn't sure what to expect, reviews seemed good and the photographs made the facility look inviting. On the morning of the spa, I made my way from my room on the 4th floor to the dedicated lift at the end of the corridor which takes you directly down to the spa reception. I was immediately warmly greeted by Alessandra, who offered me a refreshment and warm towel after I had completed the new client form. The treatment room was pleasantly warm, with soothing relaxation music playing and the delicate aroma of an intangibly delicate scent in the air. I had booked a full body scrub and massage which took place on a comfortable massage table covered with beautifully soft large white towels. I had chosen a manuka honey scrub which was a a top to toe experience and absolutely amazing. After this I was treated to the best massage of my life, and I have had many. Alessandra is a highly experienced and talented masseuse, whose petite stature belies the strength of her hands. She knew exactly the points which needed particular focus and worked away, leaving me feeling both invigorated and utterly relaxed at the same time. It was a wonderful experience, so much so that I went back for the same again two days later and have planned another trip to Queenstown for my birthday in a few weeks time and will be returning for further pampering at SoSpa Sofitel Queenstown. Bravo for offering an excellent service in a wonderful setting.Visited April 2022Written 31 May 2022
- Aus_Trav_88Gold Coast, Australia189 contributionsAwesome, as always!Managed to make two visits to the So Spa whilst staying at the Sofitel. Thank you to all of the staff for an amazing set of treatments on both visits. Loved each of the different treatments/experiences including Hammam Steam, Greenstone Massage, Ataahua Treatment & Healing Facial. Absolutely highly recommend a visit when in Queenstown.Visited September 2022Written 10 October 2022
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Queenies of Queenstown
Melbourne, Australia148 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Amazing service
We had facials here and whilst on the upper end of pricing $169 pp the atmosphere and ambience was well worth it. We were also invited to use the steam room at no charge before our facial. Organising the facials for 3 of us was down with ease via email and staff were very accommodating
We had facials here and whilst on the upper end of pricing $169 pp the atmosphere and ambience was well worth it. We were also invited to use the steam room at no charge before our facial. Organising the facials for 3 of us was down with ease via email and staff were very accommodating
Written 9 May 2023
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Aus_Trav_88
Gold Coast, Australia189 contributions
Sep 2022
Managed to make two visits to the So Spa whilst staying at the Sofitel. Thank you to all of the staff for an amazing set of treatments on both visits. Loved each of the different treatments/experiences including Hammam Steam, Greenstone Massage, Ataahua Treatment & Healing Facial.
Absolutely highly recommend a visit when in Queenstown.
Absolutely highly recommend a visit when in Queenstown.
Written 11 October 2022
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Kylie M
1 contribution
May 2022
Amazing!!!!! Fabulous service from fabulous caring ladies . So relaxed after our massages. Highly recommend for Sure!
Written 6 June 2022
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kaleejaynz
Whangarei, New Zealand111 contributions
Apr 2022
On a recent trip to Queenstown I stayed at the Sofitel and booked a Pure Indulgence spa treatment the day after arrival. I wasn't sure what to expect, reviews seemed good and the photographs made the facility look inviting. On the morning of the spa, I made my way from my room on the 4th floor to the dedicated lift at the end of the corridor which takes you directly down to the spa reception. I was immediately warmly greeted by Alessandra, who offered me a refreshment and warm towel after I had completed the new client form. The treatment room was pleasantly warm, with soothing relaxation music playing and the delicate aroma of an intangibly delicate scent in the air. I had booked a full body scrub and massage which took place on a comfortable massage table covered with beautifully soft large white towels. I had chosen a manuka honey scrub which was a a top to toe experience and absolutely amazing. After this I was treated to the best massage of my life, and I have had many. Alessandra is a highly experienced and talented masseuse, whose petite stature belies the strength of her hands. She knew exactly the points which needed particular focus and worked away, leaving me feeling both invigorated and utterly relaxed at the same time. It was a wonderful experience, so much so that I went back for the same again two days later and have planned another trip to Queenstown for my birthday in a few weeks time and will be returning for further pampering at SoSpa Sofitel Queenstown. Bravo for offering an excellent service in a wonderful setting.
Written 1 June 2022
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SSR
Dunedin, New Zealand12 contributions
Feb 2020
Great place and service! One of our most favourite places in Queenstown, always feel refreshed and relaxed after it.
Written 29 February 2020
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GrandTour05825983888
2 contributions
Jan 2020
Amazing, relaxing and calming experience. A well qualified massage, better than a physiotherapist. I was encouraged to slow down.
Written 1 February 2020
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Angela R
Brisbane, Australia790 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
So Spa is the must do Spa experience of Queenstown. I visited for a deep tissue massage while holidaying.
The staff are friendly and professional and the spa has beautifully appointed decore and is a relaxing atmosphere. My Deep Tissue massage was perfection, my therapist ensured it was the right amount of pressure and was extremely well trained.
I only wish I had been staying longer to try out more of their treatments. I highly recommend So Spa.
The staff are friendly and professional and the spa has beautifully appointed decore and is a relaxing atmosphere. My Deep Tissue massage was perfection, my therapist ensured it was the right amount of pressure and was extremely well trained.
I only wish I had been staying longer to try out more of their treatments. I highly recommend So Spa.
Written 28 January 2020
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Noah
4 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Lovely spa. Delicious scents, professional staff and relaxing atmosphere. The only thing preventing me from giving 5 stars was the rowdy steam generator in the steam room.
Written 19 January 2020
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James R
2 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
The whole experience was amazing, so relaxing and felt like you're own private spa.
The messages me and my fianceé had were some of the best we've had.
The messages me and my fianceé had were some of the best we've had.
Written 19 January 2020
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Dreamer65059873695
Saint Louis, MO2 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
I highly recommend this spa. The facility is lovely and the staff is wonderful. I enjoyed the aromatherapy massage. It was relaxing
Written 18 January 2020
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- Hotels near So Spa:
- (0.02 km) Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa
- (0.16 km) Adventure Queenstown Hostel
- (0.10 km) The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
- (0.16 km) Lomond Lodge Motel & Apartments
- (0.16 km) Absoloot Hostel QT
- Restaurants near So Spa:
- (0.00 km) Le Salon Rouge
- (0.03 km) Jervois Steak House Queenstown
- (0.04 km) Left Bank Bistro
- (0.04 km) Harry's
- (0.06 km) The Bakery Queenstown































































