Now Open: Sofitel Darling Harbour's Two-Storey Spa Brings a New Dose of Sky-High Relaxation to Sydney

The Darling Harbour outpost of global hotel chain Sofitel has just unveiled its lavish new two-storey spa, delivering a fresh dose of relaxation high among the Sydney skyline. Joining the Harbour City's existing impressive supply of luxe spa experiences, and pairing its relaxation experiences with sweeping water views, the Sofitel SPA Darling Harbour offers an array of facilities and wellness journeys — all housed within a "quintessentially Sydney" space.

Soft timbers, sandstone and marble finishes welcome guests into the latest addition to Sydney's wellness scene, which boasts seven roomy treatment spaces. Also on offer: a bespoke standalone bathtub with harbour views, an infrared sauna, a meditation zone and a contemplation deck sitting on level four of the hotel.

While traditional experiences like massages, facials, body wraps and exfoliation are all available, the flagship offerings from the spa are its package deals — or wellness journeys. Take the signature half-day journey, for example, and you'll combine exercise, nutrition, treatment and introspection, getting a holistic experience that's meant leave guests refreshed head-to-toe.

Kicking things off is also the autumn wellness journey, named the Soin bien-être d'Automne, which guides patrons through a multi-faceted five-hour immersion featuring everything that the spa has to offer. For $850–900 (with the price varying depending on the day), you'll kick things off with your choice of a swim in the outdoor pool or a Peloton session, followed by a full-body aromatherapy massage, a body polish, a body wrap and an apple collagen facial.

Rounding out the journey is a light lunch designed by Executive Chef Sam Moore and guided meditation, as well as a Sofitel SPA gift set. You'll also score valet parking so that you don't encounter any stress getting to and from the hotel.

French beauty brand Biologique Recherche and fast-rising Australian company Waterlily have been enlisted to provide the spa with its cosmetic treatment products, each of which will be personalised to every guest's needs.

Plus, the spa sits alongside the hotel's previously opened level-four infinity pool. The swimming spot is heated year-round and offers guests the ability to enjoy a dip while soaking in panoramic views of Darling Harbour and the Sydney CBD skyline.

Sofitel SPA Darling Harbour is now open 10am–6pm Monday–Sunday at 12 Darling Drive, Sydney.

Images: Anna Kucera.