Beautiful Luxurious Spa Near Haifa



Nestled in the lush green forest, facing the deep blue sea, this is the ideal place to relax, be pampered and rejuvenated. The Carmel Forest Spa Resort, Israel's largest and most luxurious spa, invites you to take time out, to invest in pampering your body and refreshing your soul and to recharge your batteries so that you can better cope with the pressures and pace of modern life. Dozens of health and beauty spa treatments for body and face and a wide range of activities for body and soul. Workshops, gourmet (kosher) healthy cuisine and many pampering treats - all designed to renew both body and soul, a truly life-enhancing experience. The Carmel Forest Spa Resort lies in the heart of the Carmel Forest, set amidst 15 acres of private woodland. Only about 50 minutes drive from Tel Aviv and 20 minutes from Haifa. There are 126 luxurious and elegantly designed guestrooms and suites at the Spa: Carmel Deluxe Room Garden Room Tsameret Suite Tsameret Room Carmel Suite Three meals a day are included in the room rate. A meat menu is served at lunch and dinner and the emphasis is on healthy, gourmet cuisine (kosher). Different workshops throughout the year on matters related to the body and soul:diet workshops, juice fast, yoga and insight, journey to the soul - an exploration into the philosophy of kabbalah, kickboxing and more. A wide variety of activities for the body and soul:Guided walks through the forest, yoga, meditation, tai-chi, aerobics, spinning, Pilates,body conditioning and more. A Spa that offers 2,500 square meters of pampering. 2 swimming pools: a covered, heated pool and an outdoor pool in the Spa garden (in season) Authentic Turkish Hamam Dry and wet saunas (separate for men and women) State of the art fitness room Exercise room Well equipped 152 seat auditorium Modular meeting rooms Reading room Music room Games room - billiards, cards and more Tennis court Hairdressing salon Spa shop, selling cosmetic products and sports clothing, all exclusive to the Carmel Forest Spa Resort, aromatic oils and more... The resort opened in November 1996. There are 7 floors built on terraces and 3 elevators. Voltage 220-240. Full air-conditioning. Smoking is permitted only in the designated areas in the resort. The use of cellular phones is forbidden. The resort is suitable for guests over the age of 16. Four guestrooms are adapted for disabled guests. The Spa at the Carmel Forest Spa Resort, which extends over 2,500 square meters, is the largest and most luxurious in Israel. Guests of the Spa enjoy free use of the following facilities: Jacuzzi, Turkish Hamam, wet and dry saunas, solarium, a heated indoor swimming pool that overlooks the private woodlands and the sea and an outdoor swimming pool in the Spa gardens (in season). And the jewel in the crown - over 60 high quality and professional health, pampering and beauty treatments. The treatments, which are suitable for men and women, are administered by the best therapists from Israel and overseas. Spa treatment consultants suggest the correct treatment plan for each guest, according to his needs and wishes. The natural treatment preparations used by the Spa are exclusive to the Carmel Forest. These include aromatic preparations, made up of essential aromatherapy oils and water from the dead sea. In addition, the Spa offers a wide range of beauty treatments based on the products of Decleor (Paris), a specialist company supplying the top spas and hotels throughout the world. Treatment packages are also available to increase energy levels, to lose weight, to speed up metabolism, to reduce stress and to balance body and soul. In addition, there are detoxification treatments, beauty treatments, and anti-cellulite treatments. The Packages are designed for a stay of at least three nights. Treatment Package of Increasing Personal Energy This package includes four treatments: a winter mud wrap, aromatherapeutic massage, energy healing, "Carmel Forests" aromatherapeutic facial. Those persons staying within the framework of this package are recommended to participate in various exercise classes, the guided forest walks, activity in the gym, T'ai Chi and Chi Kong. (See details on the weekly activity page.) This package is recommended for anyone interested in reducing tensions and accumulated fatigue. The package combines various treatments that increase the energy of the body and the mind, which you need in order to continue life in the fast lane. Anti-Stress Treatment Package for reducing tension and stress The package includes five treatments: hydrotherapeutic massage, Decleor aromaplasty facial, Abyanga Ayurveda (two hands), Jin Shin acupressure, reflexology. Those persons staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in yoga, meditation and T'ai Chi classes (see details on the weekly activity page). This package is recommended for businesswomen and businessmen whose work is strenuous and full of pressure. The treatments combined in this package were chosen because of their relaxing effect, which gives renewed strength to continue life in the fast lane. Treatment Package for Weight Loss and Accelerating Substance Replacement in the Body The package combines five treatments: "kese" body peeling in the Turkish bath, kelp wrap, long aromatherapeutic massage, "Royal Carmel" body peeling, Decleor "regulateur" facial. Those people staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in various exercise classes, guided forest walks, and activity in the gym. This package combines body treatments that help shape and strengthen the body and accelerate the slimming process. Treatment Package for Removing Poisons from the Body The package includes five treatments: spring mud wrap, aromatherapeutic massage, hydrotherapeutic massage with kelp extracts, reflexology, "Carmel Forests" deep facial cleansing. Those people staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in guided forest walks, T'ai Chi and Chi Kong (see details on the weekly activity page). This package is recommended for those people wanting to remove poisonous substances that have accumulated in the body and which cause blockages. The treatments combine various methods that help drain poisons and remove them from the body. Anti-cellulite Treatment Package The package includes five treatments: anti-cellulite body peeling, three Decleor Marinalgues treatments, a hydrotherapeutic massage and a kelp wrap. Those people staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in various exercise classes, the guided forest walks and activity in the gym (see details on the weekly activity page). This package is recommended for those persons who want to improve the appearance of "spongy skin" concentrated mainly in the area of the thighs and buttocks. The package combines various treatments that help to remove the phenomenon and leave your body clean, smooth and fresh. Beauty Treatment Package This package includes six treatments: Decleor "Vital Harmony", Decleor full body sculpture, "Carmel Forests" deep facial cleansing, moisture inducing treatment, manicure and pedicure. Those people staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in various exercise classes, the guided forest walks and activity in the gym (see details on the weekly activity page). This package is recommended for both men and women, who are interested in improving their appearance and facial skin. The package combines beauty treatments and skin nourishment, which help to achieve a regenerated and young appearance. Treatment Package for body-mind balance This package includes five treatments: Thai, deep tissue massage, aromatherapeutic massage, Jin Shinacupressure, spring mud wrap. Those people staying in the framework of this package are recommended to participate in yoga classes, meditation, T'ai Chi and Chi Kong, and also in the guided forest walks (see details on the weekly activity page). This package is recommended for persons suffering from changing moods and who in general are feeling down. Examples of different types of Spa services offered Body Peeling Gentle massage with natural salt crystals enriched with various minerals and local oil extracts. The treatment removes the layer of dead cells and leaves your skin smooth,refreshed and gleaming. It also helps to retard the aging of the skin. Body peeling is recommended for slimming and renewal of the skin. Length of treatment - 45 minutes. Body Peeling - Anti-cellulite A rigorous massage with salt crystals with added local active oils and special ingredientsthat help to reduce cellulite (spongy looking skin) and make the skin look softer and gentler. Length of treatment - 45 minutes. Mud Wraps - Four Seasons Wrap the body in mud made from basalt from the Golan hills. The mud is rich in magnesium, minerals, salt-water and local oils. The hot mud wrap has a beneficial effect on muscle pains, blood flow, tissue renewal, the substance replacement process, strengthening the immune system and reducing the skin's aging process. The mud also purifies and cleanses the skin from unneeded oils. The addition of local oil extracts to the mud makes the treatment also have an effect on the thinking process. Length of treatment - 50 minutes. Mud treatments: Summer wrap Mud enriched with the oils of grapefruit, lemon, orange, mandarin, aloe vera, jojoba, patchouli and ylang ylang. Recommended for those suffering from sleep disturbances, phobias and depressions, and for those interested in a feeling of optimism. The treatment should help to increase creativity and slimming. Autumn wrap - Mud enriched with rosemary, lavender and myrtle oil. This treatment helps to strengthen the immune system, cleanses and invigorates. Winter wrap Mud enriched with eucalyptus, camphor, and oil extracted from bay leaves. This treatment should help to strengthen the immune system and the respiratory system. Spring wrap Mud enriched with basalt powder and neroli oil from citrus flowers. This treatment calms the body and mind, dispels depressions and stresses and accelerates the renewal of skin cells. Kelp Wrap Wrap your whole body in a special mixture of citrus and kelp oils including vitamins and minerals that nourish your skin, clean poisons from the skin and help to dissolve fats. This treatment is recommended for those interested in dieting. Length of treatment - 50 minutes. Hydrotherapy massage with local oil extracts Underwater massage that takes place in a special bath with 40 jets (pressure streams). After the bath, your body will be wrapped in a cold wrap of local oil extracts, accompanied by a foot massage. The treatment quickens the blood flow, helps the functioning of the lymph system and dispels stresses in all parts of your body. Length of treatment - 50 minutes. Hydrotherapy massage with kelp Underwater massage in a special bath with 40 jets (pressure streams). After the bath, your body will be wrapped in a hot wrap, accompanied by a foot massage. The treatment is recommended for those interested in dieting and increasing the rate of substance replacement in the body. Length of treatment - 50 minutes. Ayurveda The Ayurveda system is an old Indian outlook on life. The complete Ayurveda treatment includes three stages: "Udvartana" - body peeling with herbal remedies, which are imported specially from India and help to remove dead cells and cleanse your radiance. "Abyanga" - body massage with heated sesame oil, containing vitamins and minerals and poured over the body with a slow and rhythmical massage that calms the body and mind. "Shirodhara" - a gentle pouring of heated sesame oil on the centre of the forehead ("the third eye") and massage of the face and scalp. This special and pleasurable massage contributes to calming the body and mind and helps balance the energies in the body. Full Ayurveda - length of treatment - 1 hour and fifteen minutes (four hands possible) Ayurveda Shirodhara - length of treatment - 25 minutes Ayurveda Abyanga - length of treatment - 45 minutes (four hands possible). Contact us for rates and space for this Spa