Massage & Body Therapy
Hot Stone Massage
Duration: 60 minutes
Smooth basalt stones are warmed to a precise temperature, then used both as an extension of the therapist’s hands and as resting points along the back and shoulders. The heat penetrates gently into the muscle, encouraging it to soften before deeper strokes begin — which is why an hour of hot stone work can achieve a release that firm pressure alone cannot.
The sensation is one of spreading, enveloping warmth; most guests describe it as the most deeply comforting massage on our menu. It is particularly loved in cooler months and by guests whose muscles guard against ordinary pressure.
Available as a full session at our Rahmania Women’s branch and as a home service, and as an add-on to any massage at our men’s branches.
Who it’s for
- Guests with tense muscles that resist regular massage pressure
- Anyone who feels chronically cold or stiff, especially in winter
- Those seeking the deepest possible relaxation without deep pressure
- Guests with stress that settles physically in the back and shoulders
Recommended frequency
Once or twice a month; many guests make it a seasonal ritual through the cooler months.
Benefits
- Heat may help muscles release more deeply than pressure alone
- Commonly used to ease stiffness in the back, neck and shoulders
- Supports circulation through gentle, sustained warmth
- May help reduce stress and promote profound relaxation
- A comforting option for guests who find firm massage uncomfortable
Take care if…
- — Pregnancy — heat treatments are not recommended; consider our pregnancy massage instead
- — Diabetes with reduced skin sensation, or neuropathy — the heat may not be safely felt
- — Heart conditions or blood-pressure disorders — consult your doctor first
- — Skin conditions, sunburn, open wounds or recent inflammation in the treatment areas
Our treatments support wellbeing and are not a substitute for medical care. Please tell your therapist about any medical conditions or pregnancy before your session.
FAQs
Common questions
How hot are the stones?
Warmed to a controlled, comfortable range and always tested by your therapist first. If a stone ever feels too warm, say so and it is changed immediately.
Is it a massage or just stones resting on my back?
Both. The stones are worked along the muscles as an extension of the hands, while others rest at key points to hold warmth in the tissue.
Can men book this?
At our men’s branches, hot stone is offered as an add-on to any massage session. The full 60-minute stone ritual is available at the women’s branch and at home.
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