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SPA & Wellness
SPA & Wellness
Bulgarian mineral springs are a source
of national wealth and a gift from nature.
There are about 550 natural springs with
temperatures ranging from 10oC to 101oC. These
revitalising waters differ in their chemical composition,
mineral and mineral salt content, curative
gases and biologically active micro-components.
All Bulgaria spa resorts have the advantage of being
located in favourable climatic regions, offering
visitors the chance to combine spa and climatic
treatments.
Most Bulgarian spa resorts have been in existence
since ancient times and have been used by the
Thracians, Romans and Slavs. They have successfully
treated people throughout the centuries.
Abundant natural resources and modern facilities
create amazing possibilities for the year-round
treatment of widespread modern diseases.
We can offer SPA & WELLNESS breaks at three of
Bulgaria’s newest centres, situated near the small
mountain towns of Bansko, Devin and Razlog.
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena – 5 *****
The Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena is located in the town
of Bansko, at the foot of the Pirin Mountains. The town
is one of the biggest and fastest developing winter
resorts in the country, which together with its architectural
and historical value, makes it very popular
destination for winter and summer holidays.
A c c o m m o d a t i o n :
It offers high class entertainment – whatever the
season. Accommodation is offered in 159 rooms: 110
Deluxe Rooms, 22 Executive Club Rooms, 17 Junior
Suites, seven Deluxe Suites, three Alpine Suites and 36
Non-smoking rooms. This hotel’s superb cuisine and
unrivalled facilities are complemented by impeccable
service. Guests have the opportunity to spend time
playing their favourite sport in all seasons and to relax
in a comfortable yet distinctive atmosphere close to
the mountain.
S P A & W e l l n e s s
Zalez Spa & Wellness Centre
unique in its size and variety of services, the Zalez
Spa & Wellness Centre at the Kempinski Hotel Grand
Arena is situated across an area of 1,200 sq m (12,916
sq ft) and comprises a fitness centre, two saunas, 13
treatment rooms, a steam aroma bath, solarium, a
hammam Turkish bath, massage rooms, beauty area,
two Jacuzzis, an indoor pool, two outdoor swimming
pools and a Vitamin Bar. A heated all-season outdoor
pool is also available to hotel guests and the members
of Zalez Spa & Wellness Centre. It offers the unique
experience of outdoor swimming with magnificent
views.
Shiatsu Massage
A technique that has been practiced for thousands of
years in Asia, particularly in Japan, Shiatsu is a massage
that alleviates muscle fatigue and tension by
applying pressure to specific points along the body’s
energy meridians. using their fingers, hands, elbows
and knees our Shiatsu massage specialist release
and stimulate the flow of energy.
Shiatsu may also include gentle stretching and limb
manipulations, incorporating a wide variety of common
massage techniques.
Thai massage
Thai massage is a unique form of body work dating
back thousands of years. The treatment incorporates
elements of Yoga stretches, ‘Sen Line’ stimulation (energy
meridians) and acupressure in gentle rhythmic
movements to create a unique therapeutic massage.
Performed on a special Thai-bed, this experience
enhances flexibility and balances the ‘Chi’ of the body.
Softouch Ayurvedic centre
The Softouch Ayurvedic centre offers not only
treatment of some diseases and rejuvenation of
the spirit but a completely different “way of life”. This
system of science focuses on both the prevention
and cure of ailments. The tradition of natural healing
philosophy has been a part of culture and daily life
in India since 3000 BC. It is the most natural way to
refresh and eliminate all toxic imbalances from the
body, and regain resistance and good health. At the
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena a team of experienced
and professionally trained masseurs, headed by Dr
Kiran K Rajan, run the first Softouch Ayurvedic centre
in Bulgaria with no compromise on quality or service.
With its four treatment rooms blending the modern
and traditional Eastern philosophy, the Ayurvedic centre
presents a whole new universe of rejuvenation.
Guests enjoy all kinds of value-added services from
traditional Ayurvedic treatments to innovative and
modern methods of healing and revitalisation. One
can choose among over 20 different body massages
and head and face treatments each done by experienced
professionals and with genuine oils and herbs
from the Far East. The modern Softouch Ayurvedic
centre is also proud to present a series of signature
treatments and tailor-made health packages lasting
between one and 28 days.
Devin SPA Hotel – 4****
The Devin SPA hotel is located in the centre of the town
of Devin, at the heart of the Central Rodopi Mountains.
The abundance of water in the area is considerable
and it is one of the most significant natural resources,
including a multitude of warm mineral springs with
temperature from 16 to 76oC. The transitional-continental
climate is characterised by a cool summer and
mild winter. There are 285 sunny days per year.
A c c o m o d a t i o n :
The Devin SPA hotel offers 116 normal beds and 30 extra
beds in six studio suites, 48 double and eight cosy,
single rooms. All rooms are equipped with a mini bar,
satellite TV, radio and a luxury bathroom with shower
cubicle, phone and hairdryer. The hotel specialises in
balneology and spa tourism.
Guests can also enjoy the 150-seat Restaurant-Barbecue
“Bulgarian village”, a night club (seating 50), a
Viennese Cafe with space for 50, a Lobby-bar with 24
seats, as well as an Electronic casino and Seminar hall
for 100 people.
S P A & W e l l n e s s
The DEVIN BALNEO-SPA CENTRE operates with mineral
water from the “Bedenski” natural spring. According
to specialists, this water is suitable for prevention
Katarino SPA – 4****
The Katarino Complex is located at base of the Rila
Mountains range, close to Bansko and its cobbled
streets and tavernas.
A c c o m o d a t i o n :
The complex comprises a four-star hotel and 46
holiday houses. It offers 112 standard double rooms,
four luxury double rooms and 21 apartments. The
attractive holiday houses are one and two-storey,
featuring a bedroom, dining room, shower and bath,
WC and balcony
The facilities at Katarino include – a restaurant, lobby
bar, club/tavern, modern SPA and wellness centre,
indoor and outdoor swimming pools, bowling, tennis
courts, bridge hall, snooker hall, table tennis, a
hairdresser’s and a beauty parlour.
S P A & w e l l n e s s
The Spa centre is equipped with massage rooms,
Pedicure, Precious stone cabin, Aroma steam bath,
Turkish bath, Laconium, Water-massage showers,
“Hammam” massage, Floatation tank, Skincare,
Hydrotherapy, Thermal therapy, Kiva sauna, Finnish
sauna, Seraglio bath in healing mud, Cleopatra’s bath
and Fitness facilities. Each guest will find a specific
therapy suited to their needs. Some of the latest facilities
include: Floatation, Warm-Stone Massage, Wraps,
Thelasso-therapy, Precious Stones, Body Polish,
Serail-bath, Special showers and an Outdoor pool.
and treatment of different diseases of the lоcomotory
and cardiovascular system as well as functional
disturbances of the nervous system.
The SPA centre offers: medical examination, electro
cardiograms, massages, zone therapy, pearl-bath,
covered swimming pools with special area for
children, a water jet, an air current; Jacuzzi (which
seats six), therapeutic swimming-pool, small open
swimming-pool, bath “Vichy”, therapeutic bath, music
chromo-therapy bath, cosmetics, lye and mud
therapy cabins, physiotherapy, inhalations (with
mineral water, medicine or herbs), magnetic therapy,
physiotherapy part, a “Techno gym” fitness suite,
vibro sauna, sauna and “Ergo-line” and “Artificial sun”
solariums.
The centre also offers a variety of therapeutic and
spa programmes, which combine the quality of the
mineral water and the natural resources, including:
“ODA” (a locomotory system programme); Rheumatic
arthritis (remission); Inflammation of joints; Behterev’s
disease; arthritis – mono and poly; “Ostheoporosis”;
“Rodopean”; “Relax”; “Wellness weekend”; “Rational
weight reduction” and many more.
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