When it comes to quick beach getaways, the best way to fast track relaxation is to book a massage the minute you land the island.
Booking a spa treatment is one of my “Me” time rituals when I’m at the beach. It melts my stress pronto!
Mandala Spa & Villas is one of my go-to wellness centers in Boracay. In fact, my husband, friends and I were regular guests when they first opened. I remember booking appointments days before flying to the island to make sure I never miss a spa treatment (they get booked out quickly!) I’ve been to Mandala Spa so many times that I’ve amassed tons of their free sarong. I believe I have all the colors already, haha!
The moment you step in Mandala Spa & Villas you immediately feel a sense of serenity. The resort is quiet and with a lush garden to boot. It’s a place where time stand still. I’m always happy to re-visit this resort.
The charming Garden Villa is nestled on a hilltop, surrounded by 2.6 hectares of tropical, lush greenery.
It offers a quiet retreat from everyday life. The romantic, exclusive, and discrete Garden Villa is less than 10-minute walk to the beach.
This is the best Valentine’s Day retreat every couple (and singles too) need.
Beautiful outdoor bath
I wish Tom was with me…
Nature provides the best drama
Time to unwind. Here we go…
I had the Filipino Heritage Package. The experience starts with a floral foot bath and Suob, a ritualistic smudging to clear the surrounding energy. A scrub of fresh coconut extracts, organic rice and precious oils purify skin. Next is a 15-minute dip in Mandala’s coconut milk bath, a tropical fantasy of natural oils and Hibiscus flower extracts. Personally, I loved bathing in fresh flowers. It’s calming and relaxing. To cap this truly indigenous and indulging Filipino spa journey, an award-winning Hilot Trilogy.
The entire treatment lasted 2 hours and 45 minutes. I really got into the whole spa rituals—the smell of burning incense, foot and body scrub, the milk and floral bath and the amazing Hilot. No phones, no thoughts, no distractions and just savoured the moment. What an amazing experience!
I have to say, every time I go to Mandala Spa I feel relaxed, refreshed and spiritually awakened.
Thanks to the professional and amazing staff of Mandala Spa & Villa for a wonderful experience and special shoutout to my favorite island girl Freida Dario!
The next time you visit Boracay, make sure to book an appointment at Mandala Spa & Villas, you’ll thank me for it!
For more information about Mandala Spa & Villa’s treatments, yoga schedule, accommodations and other services, visit their website.
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Babes! Thank you so much for sharing your Mandala moment… it’s such a real review and I was totally touched coz it brought back that feeling of experiencing Mandala for the first time (remember when we used to go way back before I even moved here?) 🙂 Looking forward to adding to your Mandala sarong collection haha! Watch out for the new colours coming out this year OMG! <3
Your post already made me feel relaxed! Will try Mandala Spa soon!(: