SAMĀNA Spa, the signature wellness sanctuary at the heart of Meliá Desert Palm, has been reimagined to offer guests a deeply personal approach to wellbeing. Rooted in its philosophy of Holistic Experiences, Authentically Delivered., the spa is a place where guests are invited to pause, breathe, and fully immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings of the 64-hectare polo estate, leaving the pressures of the outside world behind.
Cantered around five pillars – Balance and Harmony; Calm and Serenity; Genuine Care; Holistic Wellbeing; and Conscious Hospitality – the refreshed concept invites guests to shape their spa journey in harmony with their own energy, mood, and lifestyle, from private sound therapy sessions to bespoke treatments designed for deep restoration.
Partnering with premium spa brands in Sodashi, marocMaroc, and Altearah Bio, SAMĀNA Spa blends time-honoured rituals with modern holistic therapies, delivered with natural products and mindful care.
Designed as restorative rituals, the spa’s facial experiences range from the Natural Glow Facial, which revitalises tired skin with nutrient-rich botanicals and restorative massage techniques, to the Pure Oud Radiance Facial, beginning with warm aromatic compresses, flowing into a Rose Quartz crystal massage, and concluding with an Arabian Oud-infused mask to soothe both mind and skin. For a more immersive ritual, the Cactéa Signature Facial combines a grounding foot bath, cranial massage, and circulation-enhancing techniques, leaving guests feeling balanced, nourished, and restored.
Body treatments invite deep relaxation as the senses are gently awakened. The Miel d’Ambre & Rose de Sucre Body Treatment pairs a purifying scrub with a velvety, warming cream, while the Candle Sensory Awakening Massage uses slow, circular movements and amber-infused oils to release tension and restore energy flow. The Himalayan Salt Pouch Treatment blends gentle heat, mineral-rich salts, and aromatics to detoxify and revitalise, and the Peaceful Sleep Ritual calms the nervous system through reflexology, energy work, and full-body massage. Couples may share a connected journey through the Two of You Experience, enjoyed side by side in the spa’s quiet sanctuary.
Sound becomes a pathway to renewal at SAMĀNA Spa, where experiences like Mind Reset Sound Therapy, Aura Cleansing, and Chakra Harmony Sound Healing use vibration and harmonic tones to release tension, clear stagnant energy, and restore equilibrium to body, mind, and spirit.
At Meliá Desert Palm, wellness exists beyond the confines of four walls, embracing the estate’s natural surroundings and unique equestrian heritage. The property offers Heal with Horses, a transformative equine assisted programme led by a collective of certified Horse Guided Empowerment facilitators based in the UAE. These unique sessions harness the emotional sensitivity and intuitive wisdom of horses to support individuals and groups in their journeys of healing, empowerment, and self-discovery. Whether through one-on-one coaching, leadership development, or immersive retreats, guests engage in meaningful experiences designed to process emotions, overcome trauma, and build inner resilience, all in a tranquil, nature-filled setting that fosters connection and growth.
Guests who stay in the Al Waha Collection Villas begin with a nourishing Superfood Afternoon Tea in the privacy of their villa, then unwind with The Sleeping Ritual, featuring a weighted blanket, bespoke pillows, guided meditation, lavender mist, and moon milk to ease body and mind. The Ritual of the Water offers Arabian Detox, Moonlit Serenity, or Floral Bliss bathing journeys, while a private meditation or sound healing session at sunrise or dusk allows guests to reconnect deeply, creating a bespoke, restorative experience that aligns with their energy and wellbeing.
For bookings please call: +971 4 602 9311 or Email: samanaspa@melia.com.
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