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IHG Hotels & Resorts continues the evolution of the Regent brand with the introduction of Regent Spa & Wellness, a new global wellbeing concept designed to “elevate guests above the noise.” The programme, developed in partnership with wellness specialists Raison d’Etre, will be implemented across selected Regent hotels and resorts.

Regent Bali Canggu serves as the first showcase of the concept, with additional openings planned in Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, and Kyoto over the coming years. Each property will interpret the Regent Spa & Wellness philosophy through location-specific design, treatments, and guest experiences.

“Wellbeing is increasingly integral to how and why we travel,” said Tom Rowntree, Vice President of Global Luxury Brands at IHG Hotels & Resorts. “Through Regent Spa & Wellness we are introducing extraordinary new ways for our guests to optimise how they feel, extending Regent’s modern luxury positioning.”

Sensorial design and restorative rituals

The experience begins with a ceremonial arrival designed to create a clear separation from the outside world. Spatial concepts, including octagonal architectural elements symbolising renewal, guide the flow of energy throughout the facilities.

A signature three-step journey anchors the treatment philosophy. Guests first undergo “The Reset,” a meditative sound therapy intended to calm the senses before therapies commence. Subsequent treatments combine elements such as gemstones, light frequencies, and aromatherapy to deepen relaxation and recovery.

“We believe that when the mind is stilled, the senses awaken,” explained Anna-Cari Gund, Managing Director of Raison d’Etre. “Regent Spa & Wellness reimagines traditional spa environments through colour, art, and immersive sensory experiences.”

Movement and fitness areas reflect the concept’s emphasis on balance, juxtaposing restorative practices with higher-intensity training environments inspired by the interplay of Yin and Yang.

Launch property: Regent Bali Canggu

At Regent Bali Canggu, the spa integrates Indonesia’s wellness heritage with contemporary therapies. Signature treatments include massages performed on warm quartz sand beds, crystal-based rituals, and technology-enhanced facials. Dedicated experiences for younger guests respond to growing demand in the multi-generational travel segment.

Global expansion pipeline

Following Bali, Regent Jeddah will introduce the concept later this year with a 1,500-square-metre spa. Regent Kuala Lumpur is scheduled for 2027, followed by Regent Kyoto in 2028.

Regent currently comprises 11 operating hotels and resorts worldwide, with a further 11 properties in development as part of IHG’s upper luxury portfolio.

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