SHINE SPA, SHERATON GRAND HOTEL DUBAI

There can’t be many spa experiences higher than the Sheraton Grand’s, perched on the 52nd floor (my ears popped in the lift up). On arrival, we were presented with a small glass of strong ginger tea and aromatic-soaked towel, both of which prompted the senses into shutdown-spa mode.

First impressions A stand on the desk promoted Natura Bissé (Barcelona) products. For a city hotel, the welcome area is broad and changing area, spacious, large enough for a Jacuzzi, and alongside a large oval sofa opposite the lifts is a more discreet, opulent lounge near the changing rooms. Both the hotel and spa were fairly busy; we visited Saturday lunchtime.

Treatment We had a couples treatment comprising a thorough 30-minute scrub and soothing onehour massage (I went for Balinese, my partner had deep tissue). The spa offers three different treatments under Journeys (105-minute My Way and 120-minute Divine Citrus), Hands On (five massages) and Saving Face (seven facials) categories.

Room A convenient space with separate showers (after the scrub), toilet and the centrepiece showstopper, a Jacuzzi just about large enough for two.

Treat While soaking in the tub, an ornate tea tray with sandwiches and pastries was wheeled in, with two pots of Newby tea. A lovely indulgent finale. Price AED1,200

Opening hours 9am-10pm daily Contact tel (04) 5034100, sheratongranddubai.com/shinespa