A couple’s massage can be the perfect complement to a romantic spa break, a weekend away, or just a few valuable hours of relaxation with a loved one. In this guide, we look at what you can expect from a couple’s massage and highlight a few spa packages you might like.

What is a couple’s massage?

It is simply a traditional massage that takes place in a dual treatment room. A couple’s massage can be enjoyed as a standalone treatment, or it can form part of a spa package. Find out more in our guide tospas for couples. You can also find details of a few sample packages below.

What can you expect during a couple’s massage?

The treatment room will feature two massage tables set up side-by-side and the treatment will be carried out by two massage therapists, so you and a loved one can enjoy the treatment in unison.

Depending on the spa and the treatment selected, the room might feature mood music and lighting and aromatherapy, designed to leave you both feeling relaxed and destressed!

The type of massage offered varies but it is often a soothing full body massage. You might also enjoy a shorter back, neck and shoulders massage or anIndian head massage. Take a look at our guide to massages for more on the different massage techniques.

Many of our spas offer dual treatment rooms set up to offer side-by-side experiences, including massage.

Where can you enjoy a couple’s massage?

There are lots ofspa breaks for couplesavailable. These can be either romantic breaks or simply for two people who want to spend some quality time together.

If you and your partner are looking for a relaxing way to celebrate your love, why not invest in a refreshing spa treatment or one of our romantic spa breaks? There isn’t a more caring gift you can treat your loved one to, than spending quality time together on a luxurious spa trip.

But, why not add something extra to the proceedings? With recent developments in top spa technology, spa facilities and practices, there are now more romantic spa treatments than ever before, that are perfect for making you both feel special. Here are our eight favourite treatments to try on a luxury spa break with your partner at award-winning spas.

The benefits of couple massages are multiple, many of them (little explored) emotionally. First, couples’ massages help reconnect since there is a shared experience to focus on the here and now. Usually, couples have different work rhythms, which is precisely one of the obstacles they encounter to spend moments of connection together. Oriental couple massages allow the body to release hormones related to feeling good, such as oxytocin, dopamine and serotonin. These are mood-regulating substances and getting them removed simultaneously is the magic formula for love: that is why it is said that couple massages promote the desire for affection and intimacy.

How much is a couples massage?

A couple’s massage involves the use of different techniques depending on the objective of the massage. Treatments can be aimed at physical relaxation, stress relief, pain relief or correction of body posture.

For a 60-minute massage, a couples massage can cost anywhere between $80-$200 depending on your chosen treatment.