Body Sanctum Massage & Day Spa

wellness center — Fernhill · Queenstown

About Body Sanctum Massage & Day Spa

Body Sanctum is Queenstown's number 1 and original Day Spa, established in 1999, offering massage, spa treatments, facials and beauty therapy in the heart of town. The spa rebranded and refurbished in 2025, transforming into a multi-award-winning urban oasis.

Body Sanctum has been recognised with New Zealand's Best Day Spa at the World Spa Awards 2025, Best City Spa in New Zealand at the 2022 Haute Grandeur Global Spa Awards, Best Massage Provider New Zealand at the APAC Business Award Winners 2020, and Best Luxury Urban Escape Australasia at the World Luxury Spa Award Winners 2019. The spa is also nominated in the New Zealand's Best Day Spa 2026 category at the World Spa Awards.

The team of highly experienced therapists offers tailored massage options from sheer relaxation and speciality massages through to pregnancy massage and remedial bodywork, alongside spa packages, facials and beauty treatments. Products are carefully curated Pacific and local brands, including Pure Fiji, Pure Source Rotorua Geothermal Mud, New Zealand Glacial Clay, and the advanced cosmedical skincare range O Cosmedics. The central location suits girls' weekends and wedding prep for up to 12 guests, with three couples treatment rooms for side-by-side relaxation. A sister business, The Beauty Lounge in Frankton, specialises in advanced skincare, IPL, massage and beauty essentials.

Body Sanctum Day Spa: Queenstown's Original, Multi-Award-Winning Spa

Body Sanctum is Queenstown's number 1 and original Day Spa, established in 1999 in the heart of town. After a rebrand and refurbishment in 2025, the spa transformed into a multi-award-winning urban oasis, offering massage, spa treatments, facials and beauty therapy under one roof.

An Award-Winning Reputation

Body Sanctum's accolades span more than half a decade of recognition: New Zealand's Best Day Spa at the World Spa Awards 2025, Best City Spa in New Zealand at the 2022 Haute Grandeur Global Spa Awards, Best Massage Provider New Zealand at the APAC Business Award Winners 2020, and Best Luxury Urban Escape Australasia at the World Luxury Spa Award Winners 2019. The spa is currently nominated for New Zealand's Best Day Spa 2026 at the World Spa Awards.

Tailored Treatments

The team of highly experienced therapists offers massage options ranging from sheer relaxation and speciality techniques through to pregnancy massage and remedial bodywork - every treatment tailored to the individual. Spa packages combine favourite treatments into indulgent experiences, from the 3-hour Prince or Princess package to shorter combos like Me Time and A Little Peace & Quiet, which pair massage with a facial.

Curated Pacific and Local Brands

Body Sanctum's product range is carefully curated from Pacific and local brands that support New Zealand businesses and their impact on whānau and whenua. This includes the popular Pure Fiji range, Pure Source Rotorua Geothermal Mud, New Zealand Glacial Clay, and the advanced cosmedical skincare range O Cosmedics.

A Central Spot for Groups

Body Sanctum's central Queenstown location makes it a natural fit for girls' weekends and wedding prep, catering for groups of up to 12 guests. Three couples treatment rooms allow for side-by-side relaxation, ideal for couples or friends wanting to share the experience.

A Sister Business in Frankton

For more advanced skincare, IPL, massage or beauty treatments, Body Sanctum's sister business, The Beauty Lounge in Frankton, specialises in high-performance skin solutions and beauty essentials.

Visiting Body Sanctum

Body Sanctum Day Spa is located at Level 1, 10 Athol Street, Queenstown. Appointments and gift vouchers can be booked online or by phone.

Signature items

  • Hot Stone Massage
  • Prince or Princess
  • Fiji Island Retreat
  • Pure Fiji Island Facial & Ritual
  • Couples Massage

Menu

Beauty

  • Waxing — Hair removal service
  • Brow Shape — Brow grooming service
  • Brow Tint — Brow tinting service
  • Lash Tint — Lash tinting service
  • Eye Opener — Brow and lash treatment

Facials

  • LED Light Therapy Facial — 60 minute facial
  • Pure Fiji Resurfacing Facial — Available in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions
  • Pure Fiji Island Facial & Ritual — 60 minute facial
  • Pure Fiji Vitamin C Brightening Facial — 60 minute facial
  • O Cosmedics Treatment Facial — Available in 45 or 60 minute sessions
  • Ginger & Me Mindfulness Facial — 60 minute facial

Spa Packages

  • Pure Revival — 1.5 hour spa package
  • Luxury Couples Package — A package for two
  • Prince or Princess — 3 hour spa package
  • Luxury Escape — 1.5 hour spa package
  • Mum-to-be — 1.5 hour pregnancy indulgence package

Body Treatments

  • Fiji Island Retreat — 1.5 hour body treatment
  • Paradise Body Glow — 45 minute body treatment
  • Pure Fiji Foot Revival — 30 minute foot treatment

Massage Therapies

  • Couples Massage — Massage for two, side by side
  • Deep Tissue Massage — Firm pressure massage therapy
  • Relaxation Massage — Gentle, relaxing massage
  • Pregnancy Massage — Massage tailored for pregnancy
  • Remedial Massage — Therapeutic massage bodywork
  • Therapist Speciality (Lymphatic Drainage) — Specialist massage technique

Speciality Massage

  • Hot Stone Massage — 1.5 hour hot stone treatment
  • Indian Head Massage — 30 minute head massage
  • Reflexology — Available in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions

Massage & Facial Combos

  • A Little Peace & Quiet — 2 hour combined massage and facial
  • Me Time — 1 hour combined massage and facial

Frequently asked questions

Where is Body Sanctum Day Spa located?
At Level 1, 10 Athol Street, Queenstown 9300.
How long has Body Sanctum been operating?
Since 1999, making it Queenstown's original day spa.
What awards has Body Sanctum won?
New Zealand's Best Day Spa (World Spa Awards 2025), Best City Spa in New Zealand (2022), Best Massage Provider New Zealand (2020), and Best Luxury Urban Escape Australasia (2019).
Does Body Sanctum have a sister business?
Yes, The Beauty Lounge in Frankton, specialising in advanced skincare, IPL, massage and beauty essentials.
Can I book for a group, like a wedding party?
Yes, the spa caters for groups of up to 12 guests and has three couples treatment rooms.
What brands does Body Sanctum use?
Pure Fiji, Pure Source Rotorua Geothermal Mud, New Zealand Glacial Clay, and O Cosmedics.
Can I buy a gift voucher?
Yes, gift vouchers are available online, by phone, or in person at the spa.

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