Inside the swanky new Guerlain spa at Hotel X, with expansive lake views, remote-control massage chairs and $1,700 skin creams
The three-storey gym isn’t just focused on chiselling bodies—although dumbbells and muscle bros are in ample supply. It’s also about helping them relax. A 25-metre natural-light-dappled lap pool is a rarity in downtown Toronto, but it’s the other spa amenities that set Altea apart. Those seeking to unwind can luxuriate in one of the two hydrotherapy pools. Here’s a look inside.The interiors are all Chapi Chapo Design—the Toronto firm behind the St. Regis’s makeover.
The Tree Lounge is a hangout space for members. Apa Furniture’s live-edge work tables were designed by Chapi Chapo with the refuse-to-return-to-the-office set in mind.including three large-scale paintings by Christopher Griffin and one by Christine Boyer. There’s also a street-art-inspired digital mural by Swiss French artist Fabian Froehly, a.k.a. Mr. Pinkbrush.
The slow-paced Yin by Candlelight class takes place in the golden glow of the hot yoga studio—lit only by fireplaces and candles. It has a soporific effect, so you’ll be forgiven for dozing off while holding happy baby.Beyond the wellness offerings, this one-stop fitness palace also features a supervised kids’ playroom, a restaurant and games rooms. Catalyst Kitchen, headed by chef Ken Lau, dishes out global food with a health slant.
Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)