8 Japanese Onsen Spas In Singapore For Soothing Hot Mineral Baths & Treatments

Who says you have to fly all the way to Japan to experience a relaxing onsen? Read on for our list of Japanese onsen spas in Singapore; some even have Japanese massage for the full experience!

We love a good pamper session at an onsen in Singapore–and trust us, we know that parents are more than deserving of one. More than just a hot tub experience, Japanese onsens are natural hot springs that are converted into bathing facilities or traditional inns. Bathing in an onsen is said to have various health benefits–think improved blood circulation and metabolism, nourished skin and an easing of body aches. The onsens in Singapore typically replicate the minerals and soothing conditions of a natural bath, so you’re in good hands! Pair this with a Japanese massage, and your mind and body will thank you for a relaxing retreat like no other. Many of these onsens also have saunas and hot baths that mimic a hot spring.

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Best Japanese Onsen Spas In Singapore:

Elements Wellness: Onsen spa with three locations

This onsen in Singapore sits within the Elements Wellness spa (formerly known as Spa Infinity) and offers you a time-honoured onsen ritual in a handcrafted Koyamaki wood tub. The onsen bath uses energised ion water and Hinoki wood bath accessories for added authenticity. Hinoki wood is highly prized and is said to have therapeutic benefits. We hear that authentic Koyamaki onsen baths are said to help improve circulation, relieve pains and revitalise your overall health.

Onsen Singapore price: From $82 for 40 minutes

Elements Wellness, three locations at ION Orchard, The Centrepoint & 313@somerset, www.elements.com.sg

g.spa: Onsen-style spa experience

While not a Japanese onsen per se, g.spa is Singapore’s only 24-hour spa that offers relaxing facilities including hot and cold pools, a sauna and steam room and a relaxation lounge with a personalised entertainment system. So, if you’re after a peaceful retreat that will remind you of an onsen, plan a day at g.spa and watch the stress of life melt away. We especially love that they offer private rooms where you can host a retreat or a party that your guests will be raving about for a while!

Onsen Singapore price: $80 for 24 hours (member prices available)

g.spa, 102 Guillemard Road, #02-02, Singapore 399719, www.gspa.com.sg

Ichiban The Spa: Onsen bath in Little India

Ichiban The Spa offers a relaxing onsen experience that helps to relieve fatigue and stress to improve sleep quality. Pair a 30-minute soak in their SPA bathtub with a one-hour Japanese massage (or shiatsu) for the ultimate treat! A Japanese-style massage involves pushing, kneading, pressing and scraping to induce relaxation and bring relief to fatigue. This onsen in Singapore also offers a couple jacuzzi spa for an intimate date night experience.

Onsen Singapore price: $139 for 90 minutes

Ichiban The Spa, 9 Selegie Road, #01-31 Selegie House, Singapore 180009, www.info.ichibanspa.com

Ikeda Spa: Japanese hot spring spa

Ikeda Spa was one of the first spas to house an authentic Hinoki onsen bath, and its interiors almost resemble a Japanese hot spring resort. Their onsen Hinoki wood–prized and preferred by Japanese royalty–releases a blend of mineral oils that helps you relax. Enjoy a solo onsen bath in a private room or as a couple. Your overall session must be at least an hour, so you’re encouraged to combine your onsen spa session with other Japanese massages or treatments.

Onsen Singapore price: $100 for 30 minutes

Ikeda Spa, 787 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 269762, www.ikedaspa.com

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Joya Onsen Cafe: Affordable onsen in Singapore

Looking for a private onsen in Singapore? Joya Onsen Cafe has you covered with its private rooms for couples and groups of up to five people. Sessions typically last for an hour and a half, and Joya Onsen will provide all of the necessities from bath towels to disposable wear, hair ties, and a jinbei or yukata to wear after your onsen bath. We love that there’s also an onsite cafe where you’ll find delicious Japanese meals such as ramen, soba, Japanese desserts and more.

Onsen Singapore price: From $44 for a full-day pass

Joya Onsen Cafe, 511 Upper Jurong Road, Singapore 638366, www.joyaonsencafe.com

Nowhere Baths: Onsen bathhouse in Dempsey

Nowhere Baths offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Featuring soft curves and a minimalist theme, this onsen experience in Singapore invites you to slow down and settle into contemplative stillness. A two-hour pass includes access to hot salt baths, a sauna, a steam room, a cold plunge and a lounge, where you can disappear into your favourite book. Whether you’re looking for a novel onsen experience with friends or need a solo retreat, we’re confident that you will leave this onsen spot feeling refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated.

Onsen Singapore price: $55 for two hours

Nowhere Baths, 14A Dempsey Road, Singapore 249669, www.nowherebaths.com

Shiruki Studio: Onsen-style experience in the CBD

Don’t let the fuss-free photo fool you! Shiruki Studio offers ultrasonic bubble baths that will release all tension in your body for a blissful experience. Whether you’re an athlete or a mum with sore muscles (trust me, we get it!), this onsen-style experience can bring you the much-needed relief you’re after. We hear that a 15-minute ultrasonic hydrotherapy treatment is equivalent to a 3 to 5-km slow jog, so you can check a workout off your list without any effort at all! Shiruki Studio also offers an ice bath or cold plunge, infrared sauna and hot/cold contrast therapy.

Onsen Singapore price: $60 for 30 minutes

Shiruki Studio, 5 Kadayanallur Street, Singapore 069183, www.shirukistudio.com

Yunomori Onsen Singapore: Traditional onsen bath in Singapore

This onsen in Singapore combines traditional Japanese onsen therapies with Thai spa treatments. There are six types of traditional and modern onsen baths at Yunomori Onsen, and each one uses mineral-rich waters to help your body detox and relax, effectively readying it for a massage. We’re fans of their jet bath, which soothes aches and pains while stimulating blood circulation. The onsen bubble is inspired by Japan’s natural hot spring regions and contains carefully balanced minerals for a holistic bathing experience.

Onsen Singapore price: $49.05 per person for all-day access

Yunomori Onsen Singapore, 1 Stadium Place, #02-17/18 Kallang Wave Mall, Singapore 397628, www.yunomorionsen.com

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