Quick Facts
Thermae Bath Spa opened in 2006, the first new thermal spa to use Bath's hot springs in 30 years. Two indoor pools (Minerva Bath, Cross Bath), four steam rooms with different aromas, and the iconic open-air rooftop pool.
- Address: Hot Bath St, Bath BA1 1SJ
- Nearest: Adjacent to Roman Baths
- Open: 9am-9pm daily
- Cost: From £42 for 2 hours
Spa Sessions
| Session | Cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hour spa | £42 | All pools, towel, robe, slippers |
| 4-hour spa | £68 | Same + lunch |
| Twilight package | £59 | 3 hr evening + treatment |
| Cross Bath only | £20 | Smaller pool, 90 min |
| Spa session + lunch | £72 | 2-hour + restaurant lunch |
What to Bring
- Swimming costume (rentals available £6)
- Robe and slippers — included
- Towels — included
- Padlock for locker — provided
- Phone-free policy: lockers required
- Drink water — dehydration risk in heat
- Hair tie if hair is long
Treatments
- Massages 30-90 min, £45-150
- Facials, £55-110
- Hot stone, aromatherapy, deep-tissue
- Couples treatments available
- Book treatments separately + spa session
Tips
- Best time: late afternoon/early evening on rooftop pool — sunset over Bath Abbey
- Weekday mornings quietest
- Avoid: Saturday afternoons (busy)
- Bring water in a sealed bottle — included refill stations
- Rooftop pool wheelchair-accessible via lift
- Late entry permits 1-hour overrun for £15
- Pre-book separate treatments — popular slots sell out
💆 Twilight magic: Book the 7-9pm slot for the famous "Bath Abbey illuminated from rooftop pool" view — unique in Europe.