Discover total relaxation with spa treatments including massages and facials at our Oban spa.
A selection of spa treatments in our Oban spa, including massages, facials and body wraps are available for a personalised spa programme. Time in the spa is personally tailored using ishga skincare products from the Hebridean Isles. Our therapists use ishga seaweed-based products from the Hebrides for all our treatments.
Ahead of your Spa Treatment, please read our Spa Etiquette.
Available Treatments
Body Treatments
Nourishing Body Wrap, 60 minutes
A hydrating salt and oil scrub infused with sweet almond, jojoba and rose geranium to transform dull, tired skin, followed by a cocoon of a nourishing gel body mask that soothes, hydrates and tones. This includes a warmed rose geranium oil scalp massage and application of body oil to complete the experience.
Detoxifying Seaweed Body Wrap, 60 minutes
The full body is treated to a hydrating and stimulating sea salt and oil body scrub, followed by a powerful mask of seaweed gel. Whilst the body is wrapped warmly to absorb the bioactive components of Hebridean seaweed, a pressure point scalp massage brings calm and clarity to the mind. This treatment is designed to eliminate toxins, boost energy and improve skin tone. This includes a warmed rose geranium oil scalp massage and application of body oil to complete the experience.
Marine Back Treatment, 45 minutes
Transform any skin concerns on your back with the Marine Back Treatment, which rejuvenates and exfoliates to reveal brighter, healthier skin. Beginning with a cleanse, tone and exfoliation, a powerful heated clay mask is then applied to soften the skin while providing a deep moisturising and collagen boosting treatment. A massage of the back and back of the legs is also included to leave you feeling deeply relaxed.
Massages
ishga Express Massage, 30 minutes
A massage focusing on the back, neck and shoulders to target areas of tension, release everyday stress and relax the nervous system. Our seaweed body oil regenerates, warms and nourishes the skin. Your therapist can adapt pressure to suit.
ishga Full Body Massage, 60 minutes
A medium pressure full body massage combining relaxing elements of aromatherapy massage, lymphatic drainage and traditional Swedish massage techniques to reduce muscle tension to re-energise the body. The seaweed body oil used regenerates, firms and tones the skin and is particularly useful for eliminating toxins.
Deep Tissue Massage, 60 minutes
Powerful, deep and specifically placed techniques make this customised massage essential for the relief of aching muscles. Using a stimulating muscle recovery oil containing fucus serratus extract, a natural anti-inflammatory to relieve physical fatigue and rosemary to ease muscle pain. The Therapist will work on one or two body areas of your choice using rem.
Mum To Be Massage, 60 minutes
A nurturing full body massage helps to soothe aches, pains and general muscle fatigue. Designed to help relax and calm, ease leg cramps, reduce water retention and puffiness. Hydrates the skin and helps to improve elasticity, reducing stretch marks. The legs, feet, arms and most importantly, the bump are gently but therapeutically massaged to release a sense of wellbeing for both mum and baby.
Facials
Bespoke, 60 minutes
Suitable for all skin types, brighten and balance skin tone whilst improving texture and protecting skin from environmental damage with its potent antioxidant properties.
Express Facial, 30 minutes
An express facial using our organic product range combines a cleanse, tone and moisturise for essential skin maintenance. Includes an exfoliating mask and scalp massage to complete the experience.
Ultimate Luxury, 90 minutes
Featuring three active masks to exfoliate, nourish and protect. Lifting facial massage, combined with warmed sea salt and seaweed poultices and lymphatic drainage techniques rejuvenate the skin, adding a host of vitamins and minerals into the face and upper body.
Anti-Ageing Facial, 60 minutes
Nourish the skin with a rich Marine Cleansing Balm packed with hydrating fatty acids, combined with a firming gel mask to tighten and tone. The high content of seaweed extract is scientifically proven to preserve the skin's natural collagen, with powerful anti-ageing properties that repair damaged skin cells which results in smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.
Experience Treatments
Face & Body Sensation, 60/120 minutes
Starting with a medium pressure massage using a carefully selected oil, followed by a facial to renew and brighten the complexion. ishga’s unique skincare range contains potent antioxidant-rich seaweed extract which has been proven to stimulate hyaluronic acid and collagen production in the skin, transforming all skin types.
Marine Experience, 120 minutes
A top to toe treatment to awaken the senses and leave the skin feeling soft and fresh on the face and body. Beginning with an all-over body exfoliation with our pure sea salt and oil scrub, followed by a full-body bespoke massage to soothe aching, tired muscles and hydrate the skin. The ultimate relaxation finishes with an express facial to brighten, firm and tone the face. A relaxing scalp massage is also performed to complete the experience.
Oban Bay Signature Foot Treatment, 60 minutes
Beginning with a seaweed scrub with mineral rich Hebridean sea salt. Feet are then wrapped warmly in a detoxifying seaweed gel mask while you receive your choice of a relaxing hand or scalp massage. This is followed by an extended foot massage. The ultimate way to revive tired feet as well as induce deep relaxation for the mind and body.
Hand & Foot Treatments
Tailored to refresh your mind, body and soul on the banks of Loch Fyne.
ishga Recovery, 25 minutes
A relaxing treatment designed for the hands or feet. Salt & Oil scrub, relaxing massage and cooling and detoxifying seaweed gel mask.
ishga Luxury Seaweed Experience, 55 minutes
Transform and re-energise tired hands or feet. As you relax, your skin will be softened with our indigenous Scottish Seaweed scrub, followed by a relaxing massage to hydrate and nourish the skin.
Thermal Experience
90 minutes exclusive use
Relax in our exclusive Thermal Spa Experience offering you time together with views across Oban Bay to the island of Kerrera. Guests, couples and singles can book to spend quality time in our sunken Canadian style outdoor hot tub, Swedish oak barrelled sauna, Roman acrylic steam room and Zen relaxation room.
Pre-Natal Treatments
Mum-to-be, 60/30 minutes
A nurturing massage designed to calm, relieve muscle fatigue and reduce water retention often experienced during pregnancy. Whilst lying comfortably supported, the back, legs, feet, arms and most importantly the bump are gently but therapeutically massaged to release a sense of wellbeing for both mum and baby. Using ishga's Nurturing Oil that helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce stretch marks with rose geranium essential oils to bring balance to the mind and emotions.
Advanced Treatments
Oncology, 30/60 minutes
We are delighted to o er bespoke treatments suitable for anyone currently undergoing cancer treatment or in recovery. These relaxing and nurturing treatments work by combining the health benefits of antioxidant-rich, organic seaweed products with a range of therapeutic techniques. Therapists have been specially trained to adapt treatments to your needs.
Reflexology, 60 minutes
Reflexology is a holistic therapy that uses gentle pressure on specific points on the feet to help you relax, recharge and rebalance. This powerful technique eases stress, and aims to calm the nervous system to promote the body’s natural healing response.
Express Add On
Foot Recovery, 30 minutes
Salt and oil scrub, followed by a relaxing massage.
Hand Recovery, 30 minutes
Salt and oil scrub, followed by a relaxing massage.
Salt & Oil Scrub, 30 minutes
A Hebridean sea salt and oil scrub gently exfoliates sweeping away dry & dull skin, this invigorating treatment stimulates circulation to help eliminate toxins.