A ‘hidden’ UK spa is offering relaxation on a budget.
For just £30, you can enjoy some TLC in a subterranean paradise, located inside an old Victorian warehouse.
Tucked away in the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, Maya Blue Wellness has steam rooms, thermal pools, saunas and even foot baths.
And, with low cave-like rooms and low-lighting, you’re a world away from the busy city streets.
The Titanic hotel itself used to be the North Warehouse, built back in 1846. After the 14-storey building was vacated, it was left derelict for 30 years – until the hotel and spa opened in 2014.
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Entry for non-residents costs just £30 per person, and just £20 for overnight guests.
But, you’ll need to be organised.
The spa is only open to the public between Tuesday and Thursday. It’s subject to availability and by appointment, so you’ll need to get in there sharpish.
If you’re already staying at the hotel, there’s more availability, with sessions between 8am and 10am, and 6pm and 8pm.
And it’s quickly becoming a favourite. TripAdvisor user Sasha Marie went for a birthday spa treatment and said she was ‘blown away’ by the service.
‘The spa is underground which makes the décor really stand out, and gives a great vibe,’ she wrote. ‘The pools were lovely, [and were] heated with jets in them.’
Meanwhile, Birmingham-based Felicity described her experience as ‘sublime,’ noting that she and her partner both had a facial and massage and it ‘completely exceeded’ their expectations.
‘I can’t recommend this place enough if you want to unwind, treat yourself and feel amazing afterwards. Absolutely gorgeous spa day,’ she added.
For Amber C, the experience was ‘great value for money,’ having enjoyed an ‘amazing neck, shoulder and back massage.’ And Leanne R had a great time, saying ‘the staff are all so welcoming, the facilities are amazing and the general atmosphere is just so relaxing.’
Elsewhere in the world of Liverpool-based spa activities, the recently opened Wyld Sauna offers an offer hot sauna and cold plunge right next to the historic docks.
Off-peak sessions cost as little as £7, while others cost up to £12.50 – which is still an absolute steal.
And if you needed an excuse to book a spa trip, using a sauna has health benefits in abundance.
They support kidney function by flushing out toxins, metals and waste, which can cause acne and breakouts.
They can also keep skin more moisturised, and increase the body’s natural collagen production and stimulation.
This article was originally published on January 29, 2025.
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