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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I am disappointed with the extremely poor communication from the membership department. I have been trying to change my membership for around two months now, with no clear progress or resolution in... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a lovely time at Nirvana - special treat for my daughter’s 17th birthday - she had a lovely massage and we had a lovely time but sadly she lost her necklace her nan had given her. She was dist... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Evening guest signed in via a member. Paid £110 for 4 hours access with buffet, drinks, robe and towel hire. Paid £2 to hire a robe which was washed out with holes in from multiple uses from other gue... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Dinner was 1hr late after starters. The starter was also late. The food needs to be improved & choice is limited. Staff attitude & tone on serving after 9.30 pm was shameful, basically stating kitchen... See more

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Company details

  1. Day spa
  2. Beauty Salon
  3. Health spa
  4. Wellness centre

About Nirvana Spa

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 Nirvana Spa

 For friends and families. Moments and memories.


 Located in leafy Berkshire, our pure water spa offers stunning spaces, majestic architecture, and unique facilities for you to escape the stresses of daily life and relax completely.

From our warm, bright Roman Pool to our uplifting Colosseum Suite and beautiful spa garden, Nirvana Spa is irresistibly inviting and the best place for a leisurely catch up with someone special. For a moment of calm and to soothe your senses, float away under a starlit sky in our Celestial Pool or relax in our candlelit Tepidarium.

We are passionate about our spa and invite you to explore for yourselves.


Visit our website » Online brochure » Book a spa visit » Become a member » Contact us »

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best spa in the UK

We had a wonderful experience at Nirvana Spa when we visited as a family in December - a blissful escape from the pre-Christmas rush! The customer service was excellent from the moment we arrived until we left at the end of the day. We were able to relax in the beautiful Colosseum Suite, Tepidarium and Hydrotherapy Pool, and the lunch was great. We will definitely be back - we are planning to take out Spa Club 6 memberships as a result of this visit.

21 December 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Patricia, thank you for your lovely feedback. It’s great to hear you were able to have a relaxing day at Nirvana Spa before the holiday rush. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed our facilities, food and customer service throughout your day. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future for many more relaxing visits!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great spa

Great spa, surely one of the best in the UK. Loads of different pools and experiences.

30 December 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our wide range of pools and experiences. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing visit soon!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointing

I’ve visited the spa at least twice a year for the last 10 years and my most recent visit (December 2024) was really disappointing. The price has rocketed and in addition there is a service charge applied at checkout. Limited inclusive soft drink options.
The facial was excellent but the hour long massage frankly traumatising. After asking for medium pressure the therapist firmly stated she had one setting, firm, and the whole experience was painful and not enjoyable at all. I had visible bruising the following morning and ached all over. I had to say it was painful three times during the massage but this appeared to be dismissed. Such a shame as treatments have previously been excellent. Food was also bland and the staff disinterested.

20 December 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear that your most recent visit didn’t meet your expectations.

We’re delighted that you enjoyed your facial, but we’re concerned to hear about your experience with the massage. This isn’t the outcome we would want for any of our guests. While there may be factors to consider in understanding what happened, we take your feedback seriously. We’ve spoken to our Treatment Manager, who would be pleased to investigate further. Please could you get in touch with us via email so we can discuss this in more detail? danny.crossland@nirvanaspa.co.uk

We also appreciate your comments regarding the food and service. Your feedback will be shared with the kitchen team for their review.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide the high-quality experience you’ve come to expect from us.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Just had a relaxing and lovely day…

Just had a relaxing and lovely day here, I have been to Nirvana several times over the past 5 years & absolutely love it. The only couple of things which are negative is the 2 course menu. Salad bar is great, but the 2nd part is always either Indian or Thai food which is nice but very limited. More variation would be more popular. Also the amount of toilets. For ladies (not sure about the men's!) There are 6 toilets for the whole of the Spa which is always busy and you end up queuing for them. Otherwise a great place and we're coming back in January for my fiancé's birthday.

27 December 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! It’s wonderful to hear that you had such a relaxing day with us. We’re delighted that you love visiting Nirvana Spa and are thrilled to know you’re already planning to return in January to celebrate your fiancé’s birthday.

It’s great to hear you enjoy the salad bar, and we’ll certainly pass on your comments about adding more variety to the second course on board.

Regarding the toilets, we’re pleased to share that there are actually more available throughout the spa. These can be located using the map or by asking a member of our team, who will be happy to assist.

We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful visit!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Disappointing visit

Been a regular at this Spa but after today’s experience won’t be back. We were asked at the table in restaurant - you ready to order -what do you want !!! Cutlery slung on the table. Limited soft drinks now - some only available if you pay. Hot food at salad bar only Indian - no veggie options / cheese or bread available. Cake prices should be displayed and only two types of cake available and when we enquired do you have any other types of cake - were told that’s all we have at the moment. It was clear that they wanted this gone before refilling the stand. Reception staff lovely but the restaurant staff surly and disinterested

16 December 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Val, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience fell short of the high level of service we always aim to offer all our customers. We value your feedback, and we have passed this on to our Head of F&B. We hope to welcome you back to the spa again soon.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Lesser experience for more money?

Having been a regular (once or twice a year) visitor to Nirvana for 8+ years, I was left disappointed after my most recent visit (21/11).

The cost of day spa package has risen, understandably, however this time I found that the soft drink offering is now limited to fruit juice (apple, orange, cranberry, pineapple) or cans of fizzy drinks.

Gone are the coconut water, or frobishers juices - well unless you want to pay £3.50 a bottle.

Disappointing to see reduced options on a more expensive visit.

21 November 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Claire, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologise for the confusion regarding our drinks policy, we will review our communications. For future reference, all hot and soft house drinks are included in your package. We hope to welcome you back to the spa again.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great Spa but Food not so Great

This is a lovely, Clean spa with very friendly helpful staff. It wasn't too busy and felt very relaxed.
The only criticism I have is that the food was quite poor. The Guacamole was 'Very Fizzy' and didn't taste fresh at all. The selection poor and not good value for money.

7 November 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Joroca, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It’s great to hear you were able to have a relaxing day at Nirvana Spa. We apologise that our food fell short of the high standards we aim to uphold, and that the food did not meet your expectations. We value your feedback, and we have passed this on to our Head of F&B. We hope to welcome you back to the spa again soon.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I came last night Oct 8th 2024 with my…

I came last night Oct 8th 2024 with my 3 daughters we had the serene relaxation package each so you're talking about £500 between us .The facilities and pools were all lovely and the staff all friendly and smiley apart from the Indian guy serving the hot food in the salad bar ,myself and one of my daughters opted for the 2 course salad bar however when we went back for the 2nd course which was mash veg and chicken casserole the portion he gave us was tiny and when my daughter asked for a bit more mashed potatoes he gave her such a look of disgust we were shocked . !!!!

8 October 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Julie, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Whilst I'm delighted that you and your daughters enjoyed using our facilities and pools it's disappointing that your experience in our Salad Bar fell short of our usual high standard and I can only apologise for this. I have shared your feedback with the Head of F&B who will be able to review any training required to support his team. We hope to be able to welcome you back to the spa again soon

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad service

Bad service - rude staff . General Manage is extremely arrogant .
Food is nice but very expensive.
Locker rooms are awful - you can’t get any lockers at busy times . Mangers response is totally fabricated .

21 May 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for sharing your feedback.
At Nirvana Spa, we aim to provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience for all our guests. Our policies are in place to ensure fairness and consistency, and we expect all visitors to respect these guidelines. Unfortunately, during your visit, the terms of use were not followed, which we take seriously to maintain the quality of service for everyone.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bliss- only an hour from London!

I had a fantastic time at this beautiful spa. I came for the evening experience- and 5 hours flew by!! I live over an hour away and will be buying the 3 Spa Day membership . However I cannot see anywhere to find out if that includes any food/ drinks or discounts on them and the treatments .
As a vegetarian allergic to eggs, there were a few options . Maybe a cheeseboard with bread/ crackers /butters/ condiments would be a nice touch at the salad bar.
I'm still feeling zenned out from this blissful experience.
Only criticism is that the shower cubicals are tiny, and not enough hooks outside to hang items without them getting wet within the cubicles. We will be returning again- I can't wait for another mini break/ recharge !

16 September 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Saloni,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed such a relaxing visit and are considering becoming a member.
Our Spa 3 Membership includes access to our facilities, while any treatments, food, and drinks are available at an additional cost.
We also appreciate your recommendations for our salad bar, which we’ve passed on to the Head of Food and Beverage for consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back to the spa.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID! Food poisoning for several people!

After visiting recently myself and my partner straight after eating both got hugely unwell with food poisoning and had to cut our visit short due to this.

After this happened and I posted on social media I was contacted by 4 others who had the exact same experience with one ending up in hospital!

I of course contacted nirvana who refused to refund and said they’d received no other complaints even though I know other people have. I have also seen similar reviews on trust pilot since!

Nirvana have lost loyal customers in us for clearly disgusting hygiene and terrible customer service.

25 June 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

We are sorry to hear that you and your partner have been ill. Please rest assured that we take these matters very seriously. Upon receiving your complaint, we conducted a thorough due diligence process.
In the absence of a clinical diagnosis confirmed by a stool sample, we are unable to investigate any potential food poisoning strain directly. Therefore, we meticulously reviewed our HACCP records.
Our comprehensive review included examining the cooking and storage of items detailed in your questionnaire, the number of customers who ordered and consumed these items during the same period, and any other feedback from customers who dined with us that day. We also contacted our suppliers to confirm that they had not received any similar reports.
Additionally, we worked closely with the EHO to ensure they were satisfied with our processes, and we are pleased to confirm that they have closed the case.
Based on this extensive review, we found no evidence to suggest that our food was responsible for your recent illness.
We understand that this does not change the fact that you were unwell, and we regret that this has impacted your perception of our spa. We assure you that the wellbeing of all our customers is our top priority, and we adhere to strict hygiene standards to prevent such occurrences.
We hope to have the opportunity to restore your confidence in us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I enjoyed my visit but…….

I enjoyed my visit but it is quite apparent that the management treat their staff appallingly, never listening to their concerns nor offering support when required. Real shame!

21 June 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Jill, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are committed to providing a supportive and positive working environment for all our team members and are therefore very disappointed to read your comments. Please contact our Operations Director by email to arrange a convenient time to discuss your feedback danny.crossland@nirvanaspa.co.uk, thank you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I really want to give it more stars but…

I really want to give it more stars but had the worst week of food poisoning after visiting on 23.05.24. The welcome desk ladies were amazing, the explanation of the map was very helpful, the floating experience was relaxing, the trial of products after was a nice touch, loved the lemonade included in the price, however the restaurant staff was very slow and didn’t bring us the bread we ordered. When we asked for it (while we were already eating our dinner) it arrived and we were told that the bread would be taken off our bill - it wasn’t as at check out it came up as an item to pay for. Also I became violently sick 🤢 straight after dinner and it lasted a few days.

23 May 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you have not been well.

While we have not had any other cases reported, we take your concerns very seriously. We would be happy to carry out a full investigation if you could get in touch with us directly.

We appreciate your kind words about our Reception Team, the Celestial Floatation Treatment, and the other positive aspects of your visit. Your feedback regarding the restaurant service will be addressed to ensure we maintain the high standards we strive for.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch so we can investigate this matter thoroughly and ensure your next visit meets your expectations.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

**AVOID NIRVANA SPA: RUINED BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE DUE TO NEGLIGENCE AND UNPROFESSIONALISM**

I accompanied my friend to Nirvana Spa on her birthday, anticipating a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, the visit was marred by negligence and unprofessional behavior from the staff, leading to a highly distressing experience.

From the outset, the front desk staff were rude and unwelcoming. Despite notifying the spa about my friend's nut allergy in advance, there was a clear lack of communication among the staff, resulting in uncertainty about product ingredients. This led to my friend being forced to sign a rushed waiver without being shown the product ingredients, which is unacceptable for a business that should prioritize customer safety.

Additionally, the level of service we received was below standard. The staff were unprofessional and dismissive. Despite my friend’s visible discomfort and distress, the staff showed little empathy or willingness to assist. The overall lack of hospitality in an establishment centered around customer care and relaxation was astonishing.

The incident was reported to the operations manager through an incident report. However, the response was insufficient and dismissive, with the manager appearing more eager to leave than to address the issue properly. This further compounded our negative experience, as it was clear that our concerns were not being taken seriously.

The distress and discomfort caused by this experience have left us deeply disappointed. We urge Nirvana Spa to thoroughly investigate this incident, retrain their staff, and implement stricter protocols to prevent similar occurrences. Despite requesting a formal explanation, apology, and compensation for the distress and inconvenience caused, the matter remains unresolved two months later. The spa's attempts to redirect us to their insurer and their lack of meaningful engagement regarding the incident are deeply concerning and unacceptable.

We hope Nirvana Spa acknowledges the severity of this situation and takes the necessary steps to prevent such experiences in the future. This was supposed to be a special day, but it was completely ruined by the spa's negligence and lack of professionalism.

2 April 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Deteriorating fast…avoid!

Not my first visit, but certainly the last. Nirvana has become a mediocre experience, overcrowded, with dated facilities and poor service.
Specifically:
- General: no spa etiquette, other than no mobile phones in public areas. Very loud party conversations in all areas, particularly around the main pool, making it impossible to relax or listen to anything using AirPods. No flip flops provided allowing visitors to walk barefoot in all areas, hygiene?
- Gym: tiny gym with poor air conditioning, treadmills with unconfigured or non-functioning TVs, dried mud on the floor.
- Pools: Biggest asset particularly salt water pool (barring the sewage smell in the showers). Main pool has soiled tables and uncomfortable loungers around the main pool. Impossible to find space in the outside pool (too small) or aromatherapy pool (overcrowded).
- Food: overpriced salad bar with ok cold options and canteen-style hot food (fish awful). Service poor.
- Maintenance: toilets, showers and changing rooms are not as clean as you might expect. Battered plastic glasses at water coolers (looking unclean, with lipstick traces on the rim).

Positive: reception and salt-water pool staff are super-professional and friendly.

All in all, it’s clear that operations management is looking to maximise occupancy (and income) with minimal investment. Best to avoid until a major overhaul happens!

7 April 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your recent experience did not meet your expectations or the high standards we aim to uphold. We appreciate your positive note about our Reception Team and Dead Sea Salt coaches, and we will pass on your kind words to them.

We strive to provide a relaxing and enjoyable environment for all our guests, and we take cleanliness and guest comfort very seriously. Your detailed observations have been passed to our management team to be addressed.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

A nice spa and I feel could do with a…

A nice spa and I feel could do with a bar with a tv but not a major issue. Just a suggestion.

The place is let down by it’s meanness and sky high prices for everything. The restaurant will do your head in. We ordered a large pot of tea (6 cups) between two and we asked for sugar. The assistant came back with two sachets. We said it wasn’t enough so she went off and came back with two more sachets. It is the same with butter and other items. It is as everything is rationed.

My wife was using up her membership visit allowances so we went two weeks running. First week breakfast she was given two slices of toast. Second week, same order but just one slice. When she queried it they refused her a second slice and claimed the menu had been changed, which was a blatant lie.

Dinner I had the salad and hot buffet. They are so mean with the hot buffet it is laughable. One small chicken wing, one piece of fish about 2cm square, one potato and one tablespoon of veg stew.

On top of that you have to pay for towels and robes.

The staff are not that friendly either and seem almost frightened to use their own initiative.

It is expensive to visit Nirvana so how about a bit more emphasis on customer satisfaction rather than just trying to screw every penny out of them.

For this reason we have decided not to renew our membership.

13 April 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to know that you enjoyed some aspects of your experience at Nirvana Spa.

We apologise for any disappointment caused by the pricing structure. We understand that it's important for our members feel that they're getting good value for their investment, and we're sorry if our prices didn't meet your expectations.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the portion sizes at the buffet, and we'll take this into consideration as we review and refine our offerings.

Your feedback about the friendliness and initiative of our staff is also concerning to us, and we'll be sure to address this with our team members to ensure that they feel empowered to provide the best possible service to our guests.

We're sorry to hear that you've decided not to renew your membership and hope that you'll consider giving us another chance in the future.

If you have any further feedback or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not a good experience

Not a good experience, the Spa was so full we could not make use of any of the hot tubs or quiet rooms, the food was extremely disappointing. The only good thing, was the facial.

10 March 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Leyla, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We're sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at the Spa. We carefully monitor numbers to ensure a relaxing environment for all our customers and I have passed your feedback to our Operations Director. However, we're glad to hear that you enjoyed the facial in our Crystal Treatment Suite.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Activation of membership

My wife & I have been to Nirvana Spa a few times and had a pleasant experience.

For Christmas I purchased the 3 visit membership for my wife and she still has not been able to activate her account. Very frustrating as she would have used one of her visits by now. Not really sure what the issue is.

12 March 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, I am pleased to see that you wife's membership is now activated and we look forward to welcoming her to the spa. Providing a seamless experience is important to us, and we regret falling short of your expectations. If you have any additional questions, don't hesitate to contact us directly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous relaxing day!

Had a fantastic day at Nirvana Spa! We were given a very warm welcome on arrival and the staff were so helpful and friendly throughout the day - nothing seemed too much trouble. Cody, Tracey and Dawn made our day exceptional.

It was great that we could ask for additional towels and robes. Having larger towels provided for some of the facilities was good too.

The spa was spotlessly clean and tidy.

We had some lovely relaxing treatments & a very tasty lunch.

It was a thoroughly enjoyable day and we can’t wait to return!

2 February 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Hi Rebecca, thank you for your lovely feedback about the spa. We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time, especially enjoying the treatments and food. I will pass on your kind words about our staff and we look forward to your return to the spa soon!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Need more toilets!…

I’ve been coming here for many years and think it’s one of the best Spa’s around but after my visit yesterday I felt I needed to mention that….a relaxing day should not involve queuing for the toilet!! Every time there was at least 4-5 ladies waiting…come on Nirvana please sort this out!

20 January 2024
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Reply from Nirvana Spa

Thank you for your kind feedback regarding our spa. We understand your frustration but please do not hesitate to ask a member of our team to point you in the direction of the nearest free facilities. We hope to welcome you again soon!

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