The Grand York was once the “Palace of Business” for the North Eastern Railway Company – one of the most powerful businesses in Great Britain at the time. Sitting just inside the York Walls, it’s a stunning piece of architecture and houses the five-star hotel that has announced plans to create a luxury city centre spa.
The new spa is an ‘exciting new chapter’ for the hotel. As it stands currently, The Grand is a destination hotel where all your needs are catered for with two stunning restaurants and a fabulous bar area where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life in York. It’s got all of York’s top destinations on its doorstep and is a short walk from the wonderful Lendal Bridge which has the most beautiful views overlooking the River Ouse.
Investing £2.5 million into its spa facilities, it will redesign its treatment rooms and introduce new facilities such as Tirol hot sauna, Himalayan salt sauna, a state-of-the-art large hydrotherapy pool and foot spas. To create this new space, it The Grand will convert two bedrooms into treatment rooms.
The relaxation spaces will be expanded, advanced wellness technologies introduced and a restaurant area will be added for spa day package holders. The works will start next month when the hotel’s spa will close with the new facilities set to open in early 2026.
Whilst the spa is closed guests will not go without they can enjoy options including in-room gym kits, Grand running routes and the use of Grand bicycles giving guests a chance to explore the city in a different way.
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Emma Sorby, the spa director at The Grand York, said: “We are reimagining what a luxury city centre spa can be – a holistic wellness sanctuary that connects guests with the latest in relaxation and rejuvenation all whilst in the heart of York city centre.
“By introducing a new variation of thermal offerings and elevated experiences, we will allow guests to break away from the hustle and bustle of the city.”
Adam Dyke, the hotel’s general manager, agreed adding: “This transformation marks an exciting new chapter for The Grand York, reaffirming our dedication to providing world-class luxury experiences.
“As we embark on this significant renovation to become the UK’s most loved city centre hotel spa, we are investing in the future of wellness hospitality, ensuring our guests have access to the very best in relaxation and rejuvenation.
“The new spa will not only enhance our offering but also set a new benchmark for urban wellness in the UK. We look forward to welcoming guests to a truly reimagined space that blends innovation, tranquillity, and indulgence in the heart of York.”
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Feature Image Credit: The Grand York
