ESPA EXPERIENCE Duration: 60 minutes Price: 30.00 Welcome to ESPA at the g situated on the upper two floors of the five star g Hotel in Galway City. Designed by renowned milliner, Philip Treacy, the g offers restful guestrooms, delectable dining options, state of the art conference facilities and a bespoke wedding venue. The g Hotel is a magnificent escape that combines comfort and luxury in a totally original fashion. ESPA is the world s leading luxury spa product and creator of the world s finest spas. It has developed the total concept and design for ESPA at the g, one of Ireland s leading urban spas. Enjoy a wide range of ESPA treatments to nurture your skin and experience rituals that will take your mind to a calmer place. Hide away in the thermal suite featuring a vitality pool, crystal steam room, rock sauna, lifestyle showers and heated loungers. For complete tranquility, relax in the glass pavilion relaxation room overlooking the Zen garden. A fully equipped fitness studio is available 24 hours for our residents convenience. All bookings are subject to availability and we recommend guests book well in advance to ensure availability of your preferred date and time. ESPA Facials 3 ESPA Body Massages 5 ESPA Advanced Treatments 7 ESPA Ayurvedic Rituals 9 ESPA Mums 11 ESPA Body Experience 13 ESPA Men 15 Hand and Foot Treatments 17 Finishing Touches 17 Day Spa Programmes 19 Lifestyle Membership 20 How to Spa Guide 20 Our ESPA thermal and hydro experiences provide a selection of hands-off therapies to relax and rejuvenate the body and mind. Lifestyle Showers Choose from warm tropical rain, an invigorating arctic mist option in one shower or select the rainfall cascade shower to enliven your senses. Vitality Pool Relax in our luxurious hydro-pool designed to revitalise the body. It is equipped with water jet features to massage shoulders and hips as well as a seated area with air jets to gently massage the entire body. The Vitality pool operates at a temperature of 36 C. Not suitable for swimming. Rock Sauna A traditional wood lined sauna using dry heat generating sweltering temperatures of 80 C 100 C. High temperatures are said to stimulate blood circulation and boost the immune system. Recommend no more than 15 minutes. Crystal Steam Room A high humidity environment combined with aromatic essential oils which help to keep your skin supple and hydrated. Steam also has positive effects on respiratory system. The average temperature in steam room is 45 C - 50 C. Our Thermal Suite & Treatments must be booked in advance to ensure availability. 1 Tepidarium Heated Lounger Following the water and sauna experiences, enjoy the heated mosaic stone loungers with radiant heat to harmonize the body. Please ensure you use a towel to protect sensitive skin as temperature can rise to 40 C. Ice Fountain Use the crushed ice to counteract the warming effects of the thermal experiences.
ESPA Facials Every ESPA facial begins with a detailed consultation and an in-depth skin analysis using advanced technology to identify skin conditions not visible to the naked eye. Your facial and skincare products are tailored to your individual needs to achieve long-lasting and visible results. Ultimate Lifestage Facial Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 ESPA's most effective and targeted age defying facial using the technologically advanced LIFESTAGE product range to address all the most visible signs of ageing. This luxurious facial will minimise wrinkles and leave skin visibly plumped with a firmer appearance. ESPA Advanced Skin Radiance Facial Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 Combining our Optimal Skin ProCleanser, gently exfoliating as it melts into the skin, with a deep brush cleanse and brightening mask to remove dead skin cells. A sublimely relaxing massage using rose quartz crystals follows, finishing with a Lifting and Smoothing Mask and our revolutionary new Skin Radiance Intensive Serum to brighten, firm and even skin tone, leaving your complexion smooth, supple and radiantly healthy. ESPA Age-Defying Facial Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 14 0 This regenerating facial and firming eye treatment helps combat the signs of ageing and visibly improves the appearance of your skin with particular focus on the delicate areas around the eyes, neck and lips that are prone to fine lines. 3 ESPA Optimal Skin ProFacial Duration: 55 minutes Price: 95 Tri-Phase cleansing technology enhanced with Clarisonic brushing for a deep cleanse, while new Optimal Skin ProMoisturiser targets the delivery of nutrient-rich, hydrating actives to where your skin requires them the most. Instantly reviving and brightening the complexion, this facial ultimately helps to protect against environmental damage and delay the early stages of skin ageing. ESPA Personalised Facial Lifestage Upgrade Additional 15 Allow your ESPA therapist to select a facial to suit your needs. Every facial begins with a detailed skin analysis and includes triple cleansing, gentle exfoliation, acupressure facial massage, a personalised mask and a scalp massage. ESPA Lift & Firm Eye Treatment Duration: 25mins Price: 55 Perfect for those who are concerned with the first signs of ageing around the eyes. An effective firming and hydrating treatment, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and relieve tension from eye-strain and computer headaches. While not offered as a stand alone treatment, it is a perfect accompaniment to any ESPA Facials. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge.
ESPA Body Massages ESPA at the g offers a range of massages using a powerful blend of essential oils and specific techniques to soften your skin, restore equilibrium and bring deep relaxation to your body, mind and spirit. ESPA Personalised Massage Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 Your personalised ESPA massage will be a comforting, luxurious and indulgent experience. A personal consultation and sensory test will ensure you receive a unique treatment using massage techniques and a blend of essential oils to suit your specific needs of the moment. ESPA Aromatherapy Massage Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 This is a deeply therapeutic holistic massage using blends of aromatic essential oils. Depending on your personal desires, this massage can be intensely relaxing to calm your mind or uplifting leaving your body totally rejuvenated. ESPA Balinese Massage A sophisticated and soothing treatment incorporating volcanic hot stones and warm oils with advanced massage techniques to balance, soothe and revitalise your body. ESPA Fitness Massage Duration: 55mins Price: 110 A deep muscle massage designed to alleviate deepseated tension and muscular stress. Specialised techniques concentrate on specific areas of concern and alleviate common discomforts such as a stiff neck, painful lower back pain and sore, tight shoulders. 55 mins: Includes Hot Stone Massage on one specific targeted area 1hr 20mins: Includes Full Body Massage with Hot Stones All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge. 5
ESPA Advanced Treatments ESPA Advanced therapy treatments are designed to alleviate deep-seated tension and muscular stress using heated basalt lava stones concentrating on common discomforts such as stiff neck, lower back pain and tight shoulders. ESPA Full Body Massage with Hot Stones Duration: 55mins Price: 110 (hot stones focusing on specific areas of concern) Heated volcanic basalt lava stones rich in minerals are used for an intensive massage. When placed on specific energy points, stones can help the body to clear blocked energy centres, induce deep relaxation and dissolve tension. ESPA Back, Face & Scalp Massage with Hot Stones Duration: 1hr 50mins Price: 195 (Welcome Foot Ritual included) (without Hot Stones) This sophisticated therapy uses hot stones to work on tension and restore balance. A deep cleansing back exfoliation is followed by a hot stone back massage and a personalised facial. Enjoy an oriental head massage clearing your mind and calming your spirit. ESPA Body Ritual Duration: 1hr 50mins Price: 195 This treatment combines a body wrap and massage to restore equilibrium, peace of mind and bring deep relaxation to body and spirit. Following body exfoliation, a Marine Algae or Mud wrap is applied and the scalp gently massaged. Once you have taken a refreshing shower, a tailor made aromatherapy massage takes place, leaving you with a sense of wellbeing, cleansed and revitalised. Bamboo Massage Experience Duration: 1hr 50mins Price: 195 (massage only) A full body treatment using warm bamboo sticks to assist in stretching, joint mobility and improve flexibility. Beginning with a foot ritual, full body exfoliation and facial cleanse this free flowing massage is ideal for those experiencing deep seated muscle tension whilst helping to soothe and calm the mind and body. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge. 7
ESPA Ayurvedic Rituals Ayurvedic treatments use ancient massage techniques to offer deep relaxation. Selected essential oils soften the skin and melt away tension to bring your body and mind back into a harmonious balance. ESPA Chakra Balancing Treatment with Hot Stones Duration: 1hr 50mins Price: 195 Renowned as our signature treatment and loved by many, this deeply relaxing ESPA treatment focuses on rebalancing the seven chakras that affect the mind and body. Your treatment will begin with an ESPA foot ritual, skin brushing, body exfoliation and a facial cleanse, followed by an indulgent full body massage using individually chosen essential oils and hot stones. Your experience will conclude with a soothing head massage. Best Body Treatment - The Irish Tatler Spa Awards Dosha Inspired Hot Stone Massage & Body Wrap Duration: 1hr 50mins Price: 195 Following a consultation to establish your ayurvedic dosha type, the heat level of the stones and the massage s depth and speed is adjusted based on your needs. Your treatment begins with an ESPA foot ritual, salt and oil scrub, followed by a dosha inspired stone massage and body wrap, finishing with a balancing oriental scalp massage to achieve absolute relaxation and tranquillity. Shirobhyanga Head Massage Duration: 25mins Price: 55 A relaxing yet stimulating scalp massage focusing on vital energy points. This compact treatment will reduce tension, increase circulation and leave an improved feeling of well-being. Shirodhara Third Eye Massage Duration: 15mins Price: 50 This traditional Ayurvedic treatment is the practice of warm oil poured onto the forehead and scalp to help ease the stress of the body and calm the emotions of the mind. While not offered as a stand-alone treatment, it is a wonderful addition to many of our ESPA Ayurvedic rituals. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge. 9
ESPA Mums These selected treatments have been carefully designed for those who are expecting or have just had a baby to nourish the skin and relax the mind. ESPA Pre & Post Natal Indulgence Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 A deeply nourishing body massage designed to target areas prone to stress and tension during or after pregnancy. Gentle back exfoliation, if required, is followed by a soothing body massage specifically designed to suit your individual concerns, focusing on the areas needed to alleviate muscular aches, whilst helping to relax, restore and revitalise. A course of 6 treatments is recommended following the first trimester of pregnancy. ESPA Lighter Legs Duration: 40mins Price: 70 This revitalising treatment for tired feet and heavy legs helps reduce puffiness and soothes aches and pains and is suitable for all. ESPA Personalised Facial Your facial begins with a detailed consultation and an in-depth skin analysis, followed by a deep cleansing, gentle exfoliation and application of an intensive face mask. As the mask takes effect, experience a relaxing and therapeutic head massage. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge but please be kindly advised that the thermal suite is not suitable for expectant mothers. 11
ESPA Body Experience ESPA essential body treatments harness the best of natural ingredients and holistic practices to revitalise the body and boost the mind. ESPA Contour & Firm Body Treatment Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 140 A specialised body treatment that combines a detoxifying wrap and advanced body massage to tone and firm the skin. First, circulation is stimulated through body exfoliation using warm and iced mitts, a body wrap is then applied to address problem areas prone to cellulite, fluid retention and uneven skin texture. Lastly, a lymphatic drainage and deep stimulating massage follows to help the body eliminate toxins, tone the skin and revitalise the mind. A course of treatments is recommended to maximise the effects. ESPA Ocean & Earth Body Wrap This body treatment offers a true skin pampering experience including skin brushing, body exfoliation and full body application of aromatherapy oils and specific mud or clay wraps. ESPA Lift & Firm Hip & Thigh Treatment Duration: 55mins Price: 105 A highly effective, stimulating treatment to target cellulite, fluid retention and uneven skin texture. Using potent marine extracts, iced mitts, a deep detoxifying massage and specialised stomach massage techniques to help cleanse and purify the colon, giving excellent results. Ideal for people concerned by the appearance of cellulite. A course of 6 treatments is recommended. ESPA Full Body Salt & Oil Scrub Duration: 25mins Price: 55 Carefully blended sea salts and essential oils have been combined to remove dead skin cells and improve tonicity leaving a silky, smooth skin. Ideal with any ESPA Body Massages. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge. 13
ESPA Men While all our treatments are suitable for our male clients, we have selected treatments specially designed for men. ESPA treatments for men allow for deeper massage to either relax or energise your body. ESPA Full Body Massage with Hot Stones Duration: 55mins Price: 110 Tailored to your own needs, this massage releases tension in your body and eases muscular aches and pains as heated stones reach deeper layers of tissue. Includes full body massage with heated stones and a relaxing scalp massage. ESPA Fitness Massage Duration: 55mins Price: 110 A deep muscle massage designed to alleviate deepseated tension and muscular stress. Specialised techniques concentrate on specific areas of concern and alleviate common discomforts such as still neck, painful lower back pain and sore, tight muscles. ESPA Age Rebel Facial Duration: 1hr 20mins Price: 160 With a powerful anti-wrinkle effect, this treatment reduces fine lines around the eye area, while hydrating your skin. Your treatment includes a skin consultation, facial cleanse and enzyme peel, highly technical facial procedures, a facial mask and a refreshing scalp massage. ESPA Men s Personalised Facial This treatment refreshes tired looking skin, clears congestions and blocked pores, while effectively hydrating your skin and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Your treatment includes a skin consultation, facial cleanse and exfoliation, neck, shoulder and facial massage and a relaxing scalp massage. All treatments (55mins or more) include access to the thermal suite and the relaxation lounge. 15
ESPA Holistic Hand and Foot Treatments Finishing Touches ESPA Nourishing Hand & Arm Treatment Duration: 55mins Price: 70 This therapeutic hand and arm treatment incorporates hot stones with nourishing aromatherapy oils. To conclude your experience, hands and nails are dipped in warm paraffin wax to soften and condition the skin. ESPA Nourishing Foot & Leg Treatment Duration: 1hr 10mins Price: 85 This soothing treatment consists of a gentle exfoliation and a relaxing acupressure point massage with aromatherapy massage oils and hot stones. To conclude your experience, your feet are wrapped in warm paraffin wax to soften the skin. Waxing Full leg wax 40mins / 55 Half leg wax 25mins / 35 Bikini wax 10mins / 20 Underarm wax 10mins / 20 Lip & chin wax 10mins / 20 Eyebrow shape 10mins / 20 Waxing also includes skin brushing to prepare the skin and a cooling balm to finish your treatment. Lashes & Brows Eyelash tint 20mins / 20 Eyebrow tint 10mins / 20 Eyelash & eyebrow tint 25mins / 30 Please be advised that a 24-hour patch test is required before tinting or waxing. 17 Nubar Nails Nubar Nails Manicure 40 Nubar Nails Pedicure 40 Nubar File and Polish 25 Gelicure Manicure 45 Gelicure Pedicure 45 Gelicure 2 week polish 30 Please be advised that the Thermal Suite is not included in Finishing Touches treatments
Day Spa Programmes ESPA at the g is the ultimate comfort zone created to cocoon you from the outside world. Experience rituals that will take your mind to a calmer place and enjoy treatments to nurture your body. Duvet Day 4 hours Mon -Thurs 375 Fri - Sun 390 Experience ESPA at the g s thermal suite facilities including a vitality pool, steam room, sauna and heated loungers Lifestyle consultation Welcome foot ritual ESPA Full Body Salt & Oil Scrub ESPA Stress Relieving Massage ESPA Rehydrator Facial and Firming Eye Lift ESPA Holistic Foot and Leg Treatment with Hot Stones ESPA chocolate and refreshing juice 2-course light and healthy lunch Mum Time 2 hr 30mins Mon -Thurs 240 Fri - Sun 260 Lifestyle consultation Welcome foot ritual ESPA Personalised Facial ESPA Pre & Post Natal Indulgence ESPA chocolate and refreshing juice 2-course light and healthy lunch New You 2 hours Mon -Thurs 195 Fri - Sun 215 Experience ESPA at the g s thermal suite facilities including a vitality pool, steam room, sauna and heated loungers Lifestyle consultation Welcome foot ritual Choice of two of the following treatments: ESPA Intensive Facial, Full Body Massage or Body Wrap ESPA chocolate and refreshing juice 2-course light and healthy lunch The Essence of ESPA 1hr 20mins Mon -Thurs 150 Fri - Sun 165 Experience ESPA at the g s thermal suite facilities including a vitality pool, steam room, sauna and heated loungers Lifestyle consultation Welcome foot ritual ESPA Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage Skin renewing boutique facial Luxurious foot soak and polish on toes ESPA chocolate and refreshing juice 2-course light and healthy lunch 19
Lifestyle Membership How to Spa All Members Receive: Unlimited access to the Thermal Suite Unlimited access to the fitness studio 20% savings on selected treatments 10 % savings on food & beverage charges 10 % savings on hotel accommodation Complimentary car parking JOIN FOR LONGER & RECEIVE MORE Guests who commit to a minimum of 3 or 6 months Wellness Membership on joining will receive the following additional benefits with our compliments: 3 Months Membership Two complimentary guest passes per year to the fitness studio and thermal suite in addition to the above benefits 6 Months Membership A complimentary ESPA Product worth 48 in addition to all of the above benefits 1 month 70 3 month 180 6 month 330 No joining fee or 12 month contract required. Terms & conditions apply. Age limit: All guests visiting the spa must be aged 16 or over. Arrival time: You are encouraged to arrive at least 1hr prior to your appointment to enjoy our facilities. Please advise that late arrivals will result in a reduction of treatment time. Booking & cancellation policy: Please advise of any cancellations no later than 24hrs prior to your appointment. 50% cancellation charge will apply for any treatments cancelled within 24hrs. 100% charge will incur if your cancellation is within 12hrs. Non-resident bookings can be secured with a credit card. Etiquette: The spa is an environment of tranquillity. We ask you to turn off your mobile phone whilst in the spa. Gift certificates: Gift certificates are non-refundable and must be presented at time of treatment or purchase. Health conditions: We ask you to advise us of any health conditions, allergies or injuries which could effect your treatment when arranging your reservation. Patch test: 24-hour patch test is required before tinting and waxing. Pregnancy: We have special treatments for expectant and nursing mothers. Please be advised that the thermal suite is not suitable for expectant mothers. Swimwear: Swimwear is required in the thermal suite. Thermal suite: To use the thermal suite without reserving a treatment, 10 supplement per person applies to residents and 30 to non-residents. Advance booking is required.
Gold Award - Hotel Spa of the Year 2014 The Irish Tatler Spa awards Best hotel design for spa, health & leisure interiors European Hotel Design Awards Top hotel in Ireland Travel + Leisure Magazine Best Body Treatment for ESPA Chakra Balancing Treatment with Hot Stones The Irish Tatler Spa Awards Opening Times Monday - Sunday: 8am - 8pm ESPA at the g, Wellpark, Galway City, Ireland T: +353 (0) 91 778 460 E: espa@theg.ie W: www.theghotel.ie