Monastero Santa Rosa is a place of abundant scent of rosemary and lemon. The wide tiered gardens that cascade to an infinity edged pool, seemingly embrace the panoramic views from the edge of a towering cliff facade dropping dramatically to the calm azure of the Amalfi Coast.

Centuries of history behind ancient walls tell a tale of community and the offering of sanctuary, healing and comfort.

Each room within the Spa preserves the original 17th Century vaulted ceilings and many of its rustic walls, maintaining the monastic heritage of this beautiful property. The Italian heritage of bathing is presented in the form of a Thermal Suite, consisting of a collection of vaulted spaces inter-connecting the various warm rooms via arched openings & changes of levels… a discovery around each corner. The Suite includes a stunning double-height vaulted Tepidarium with pomegranate infused foot spas & heated mosaic loungers; domed Aromatic Steam Room; crushed Ice fountain to refresh between thermal bathing; Rock Sauna; Hydro Pool and Emotion Showers.

The most exceptional treatment room – the Spa Suite, is a stunning 80m2 double height vaulted space with Rasul; steam room; double wet & dry treatment couches; manicure / pedicure; relaxation lounge; private dressing & grooming space and a garden terrace… a ‘private spa within a spa’.

Alternatively, guests can enjoy a treatment outdoors under the shade of a pergola within the privacy of the Treatment Garden, or be cocooned within one of our historic single treatment rooms.

Since 1612, Farmacia Santa Maria Novella have provided a multitude of benefits derived from the naturally occurring plants and flowers of Italy and the Mediterranean region, using their ancient and beautiful recipes of fragranced lotions, healing crèmes and balms.

The aromatic oils of Santa Maria Novella, summer oil of lemon, bergamot and petit grain, the deeply warm iris oil, aromatic herbs of rosemary, lavender and sweet orange and the unique fragrance of pomegranate, made for Catherine de Medici, are a delight to the senses. All of these wonderful aromas are woven into the timeless and fresh sense of vitality & joy provided by our delightful, trusted and expertly offered spa treatments, presented in a spa of natural historic beauty.

We have created collections of treatments that taken together as ‘Spa Days’, offer real benefits and a fuller spa experience. Each collection begins with a fragrant pomegranate foot bath. An aromatic steam room or a private Rasul experience is also included according to the collection, along with some time for relaxing and lunching in our beautiful surroundings.

Due to the exclusivity of the Santa Rosa Spa, non-resident guests are welcomed to book a minimum of a Spa Day. You are able to enjoy our Thermal Spa for an extra 30 euros per person one hour prior and one hour after your treatments.*

Our external infinity pool and gardens are reserved solely for Resident Hotel guests only.
*Subject to availability

MONASTERO SPA LIFE
€ 360 each

Private Spa Suite for two people or more. Allow all day, as there are approximately 4 hours of treatments including the Rasul. Pomegranate Foot Bathing, Rasul, 60 minute Santa Maria Novella facial, 60 minute Spa Massage, Manicure or Pedicure.

A full day to share with friends or a special other, the use of our private Rasul, Spa Suite and terrace make this a privately social occasion. Light lunch included.

TOGETHERNESS
€ 220 each

Private Spa Suite for two people or more. Approximately 2.5 hours of treatments including Rasul. Pomegranate Foot Bathing, Rasul, Aromatic Scrub, 60 minute Santa Maria Novella facial or a 60 minute Spa Massage.

A lighter version of our full Spa Day for two. For when you need to relax in company, but have a little less time.

AMALFI BLUE
€ 380 each

Allow all day, as there are 3.75 hours of treatments. Pomegranate Foot Bathing, 60 minute Santa Maria Novella facial, Aromatic Powder Scrub and Spa Life Massage for 60 minutes, a choice of a Manicure or Pedicure treatment.

For a complete day of Santa Maria Novella spa treatments that cover every angle, relaxing, refreshing, nourishing and grooming. Full immersion in the Spa for the day with a light lunch included.

HIS SPA DAY
€ 300 each

Approximately 3 hrs of treatment time. Menthol Salt Foot Bathing, Santa Maria Novella Classic Facial for men, Deep Tissue Massage, A choice of a Hand or Foot Treatment with attention to nails. A day that can be used to recharge, with treatments from his perspective. A light lunch is also on the menu.

SANTA ROSA
€ 250 each

Approximately 2.5 hours of treatment time. Pomegranate Foot Bathing, Aetas Salubris 75 minutes facial and Iris Drizzle Hydrating Body Wrap.

This day is all about feeling good and looking radiant. A warm relaxing Pomegranate Foot Bathing makes an especially uplifting start and it only gets better and more fragrant. A Light lunch is included.

LIGHT A CANDLE
€ 210 each

2 hrs of treatment time. Pomegranate Foot Bathing, Body Scrub, Hair treatment, Candle Massage including face, scalp and feet.

Traveling and daily stress interferes with our sleep patterns. The aim of this treatment is to restore the body’s natural biorhythm and deeply relax the nervous system.

The Candle Sleep Massage is a deeply focused relaxing massage with a Santa Maria Novella candle wax made of pure plant oils and prime emollient butters. Lit as a normal candle the wax begins to melt to body temperature and is buffed and layered into the skin with the low and delicate warm scent of spice. Additionally, the scalp and feet are treated with gentle acupressure massage to induce calm and balance.

Only light Thermal bathing is recommended prior to this treatment.

If you are looking for something a little different or wish to have a collection of treatments that reflect your needs more accurately, our Spa Manager will be happy to organize an individual programme of treatments for you or your guest. Please contact the spa directly on 089 8321199.

The Spa has an array of treatment arenas to choose from.

THE SPA SUITE
A most exceptional treatment room – the Spa Suite is a magnificent 80m2 double height vaulted space with Rasul, steam room, double wet & dry treatment couches, manicure/pedicure, relaxation lounge, private dressing & grooming space and a garden terrace… a ‘private spa within a spa’ for up to 4 guests. A light and nutritious spa lunch menu is also available for Spa Day guests.

THE TREATMENT GARDEN
For one or two guests, the fragrant spa garden allows treatments to be taken under the shade of a pergola within the privacy of the Treatment Garden.

INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT ROOMS
Our ‘Melograno’ or ‘Iris’ rooms provide a cool & historic sanctuary for individual guests to relax & enjoy a treatment or two selected from our Santa Maria Novella treatment menu.

To enhance the benefits of your treatment & to maximize your enjoyment of our Spa, many of our treatments can be taken alongside the deeply relaxing warm waters of a vaulted hydrotherapy pool, or interwoven with thermal bathing within our Thermal Suite. Thermal bathing benefits include relaxation, improvement in the respiratory system, cleansing of the body and the strengthening of the immune system.

For a healthy “remise en forme” use a combination of the following:

EMOTION SHOWERS
A selection of three water experiences with differing temperatures, aromas and water sensations. Explore the warm Mediterranean rain, cooling mist and gush showers, designed to refresh the mind and body. Used between each hot experience.

AROMATIC STEAM ROOM
Aromatically infused steam to slowly heat and refresh the body. Breathing is eased and your lymphatic system is cleansed, resulting in a glowing skin tone.

NATURAL ROCK SAUNA
A relaxing and invigorating dry heat that has a purifying effect on the body. The immune system is boosted as everyday stresses are relieved.

TEPIDARIUM LOUNGE
Refresh between the various temperatures of the thermal rooms by relaxing on heated mosaic loungers with a soothing pomegranate infused foot spa.

VAULTED HYDROTHERAPY POOL
The wonderfully relaxing water treatment pool is heated to body temperature providing an effective massage from hydrotherapy jets that float you above the water recliner.

ICE FOUNTAIN
Cool down between the various hot temperatures of the thermal rooms by applying crushed ice all over your body. The contrast of temperature will boost your circulation and help close pores after each heat experience. A cooling option to stimulate and revitalize.

Swimsuits are required to experience thermal bathing and the vaulted hydro pool. Thermal bathing and the Hydro Pool are not available to pregnant guests. Check with your doctor that you do not have any condition that may be aggravated by the use of hot & cold bathing.

Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

“Officina Profumo—Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella” is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, dating back to the 13th century. Originally established by Dominican monks in Florence, the friars began cultivating medicinal herbs in their gardens to prepare medications, balms, and ointments for their monastery’s small infirmary. As the fame of these extraordinary products spread throughout Italy, in 1612 the first pharmacy opened to the public endorsed by the Grand Duke of Tuscany. Today, tradition is perpetuated with the world-renowned Santa Maria Novella products utilizing the highest quality natural raw materials, still following the artisanal procedures established by the Dominican fathers. And how appropriate that the Monastero Santa Rosa selected these uniquely Italian ancient recipes derived from religious sources for their authentic spa housed in a former nunnery’s walls… a fated fusion.

Santa Maria Novella’s range of soothing lotions, healing creams, and balms offer a multitude of benefits from the intrinsic plants and flowers of Italy and the Mediterranean. Each of Officina’s products have their own peculiar history such as “Acqua della Regina,” an essence created especially for Caterina de’Medici with a unique fragrance of pomegranate.

The aromatic oils of Santa Maria Novella capture the summer scents of lemon, bergamot, and petitgrain, the deeply warm iris oil, as well as the fragrant herbs of rosemary, lavender, and sweet orange. Delighting the senses, all of these wonderful aromas are woven into the timeless yet fresh treatments evoking a sense of vitality and rejuvenation. Each treatment is totally distinctive to Monastero Santa Rosa and has been created by Howard Spa Consulting’s highly regarded Beverley Casely-Hayford to perfectly fuse the concept and sense of place in this spa of natural historic authenticity.

Santa Maria Novella Products

The products used during your treatments are available from spa reception for purchase, making ideal gifts and souvenirs with true Italian heritage. To order products, or discuss your requirements, please call 089 83 21199 or email us at spa@monasterosantarosa.com. We are pleased to deliver any products directly to your room.

For health advice, cancellations, age restrictions, what to bring and spa etiquette, please refer to the spa Treatment Menu. We advise booking treatments well in advance to ensure desired treatment times. For non-resident bookings, full address, telephone number and payment details are required to reserve treatments.

SPA OPENING TIMES

Thermal Suite: 10:30 to 20:00 (7 days per week)
Treatments: 10:30 to 19:45 (7 days per week)

BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES

Telephone: 089 83 21199 ext 268
Email: spa@monasterosantarosa.com