Best Bath Houses in Laval

"Bota Bota spa-sur-l’eau is a floating spa located on the St-Lawrence River in Montreal’s Old Port district. Guests receive their relaxation treatments whilst enjoying the stunning views of Montreal’s skyline from this spa on a boat. The spa includes five decks, a Nordic water circuit treatment for those brave enough to jump from hot to cold water, saunas, steam baths, and yoga."

"Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau has a past that is rife with twists and turns. I met Natalie Emond, Director of Customer Experience, daughter of Daniel Emond, and sister of Geneviève Emond, General Manager, to discuss this baby they share. The yacht has recovered from a hectic history when it was acquired in 2008."

"If you’re ever wondering where that wave of eucalyptus in the air’s coming from in Old Montreal, this is the source. Step inside, lock your phone away—seriously, you’re obligated to lock your phone up—and start treating yourself to a full Scandinavian series of water circuits, starting with warming up in a sauna before dunking in cooler Nordic baths, relaxing, and getting back to body temp under a warm waterfall. We recommend you pony up and plan to be here for the full day, intermittently passing out on the beanbag chairs—they don’t judge nappers, and neither do we."

"Located in the Old Port, this spa is known for its Scandinavian baths and is an expert in massage and water therapies. Offering the finest in total body relaxation, guests enjoy Finnish saunas, Nordic showers and various massage hybrids in the spas award-winning, modern and elegant environment. Spa Scandinave also prides itself on strong green and eco-friendly practices, using organic, biodegradable, and locally-sourced products while also reducing and recycling energy as much as possible."

"Scandinave Spa Vieux-Montréal has merged age-old thermal heritage with cutting-edge facilities, contemporary design, and natural synergies while keeping the product simple and true. Scandinave Spas are now located in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Blue Mountain, Ontario, Whistler, British Columbia, and Old Montreal, Quebec. Scandinave Spas often place first in spa and design awards."

"The oasis-on-an-island feel here’s complete with its location on Nuns' Island. Secluded from the city core among a grove of trees, this spa focuses on the use of natural surroundings to enhance its focus on thermal experiences, massages and beauty treatments. Plunge into a hydrotherapy ritual of hot and cold waters before getting every ounce of tension in your body massaged out, followed by one of their events like lunar nights, wellness retreats, or their bistro with Scandinavian-inspired cuisine made from local products (plus brunches on Sundays, natch)."

"Located on Nun’s Island, Strom Spa offers its massages, facial and body treatments performed entirely in outdoor tents, even in the winter. Guests enjoy scenic views of Des Battures Lake and the surrounding nature from the comforts of the soothing baths and saunas. Strom also offers a gourmet bistro as well as monthly events that transform the spa into an outside thermal lounge, including cocktails and a DJ."

"Guests can enjoy the outdoor baths no matter what time of year or the weather. From the baths, patrons have a view of Des Battures Lake. Treatments like massages, facials, body wraps, manicures and pedicures are performed in outdoor tents."

"Spa Escale Santé, in the center of Montreal Angus area, is an intimate spa that offers indoor Icelandic baths in a soothing setting. Begin your relaxation journey in their sauna, rinse off in their waterfall, and indulge in the many perks they offer like massages, facials and other self-care services. The urban decor has a modern feel that’s both clean and cozy, giving the spa an air of instant comfort."

"Spa Escale Santé is situated in a contemporary urban spa setting in the heart of the city. Immerse yourself in the hot and cold saline pools and complete your spa experience with Finnish sauna, steam bath scented with eucalyptus, and the icy waterfall. Relax in the comfortable lounge areas or enjoy a tea snuggled in an armchair in the cinema-lounge."

"Nestled in the North end of the city, Spa l’Entracte Détente offers friendly service, a great selection of massage therapies, and excellent combo packages for very reasonable prices. Treatments include solo/duo Swedish and Lomi-Lomi massages, InfraRed sauna, salt baths, and body wraps for total relaxation."

"Part of the offerings at the Place d'Armes Hotel, this health and wellness spa’s main attraction is a full hammam bath filled with eucalyptus vapors (plus a selection of teas to enjoy after you sweat out those toxins). A total of ten facial and body treatments are also available in conjunction with the bath, from massage packages to exfoliations and facial treatments. If you found yourself at this hotel for a staycation with a date or significant other, grab one of their couples’ packages to clean up after getting down and dirty."

"Located on the third floor of Place d'Armes Hôtels, one of Old Montreal's highest-rated ​​hotels, Rainspa is 2,500 square feet of spa, offering traditional services such as mani-pedis, facials, body treatments, LED and microdermabrasion treatments, as well as massage therapy. Special treatment options for men are also offered, and perhaps the most enticing attraction of all is Rainspa's hammam, a hot and humid steam room inspired by traditional Morrocan and Turkish baths. Imagine a sauna, but wetter."

"Located in the chic Place D'Armes Hotel in the Old Port, Rainspa distinguises itself with a complete range of aesthetic and paramedical treatments, while their team of dedicated experts make sure you find true relaxation."

"This is the spa you want when you want the full eat-drink-relax-sleep-repeat package. The Hôtel Le St-James alone sports luxury rooms and one of the best restaurants in Old Montreal, but when you’re wondering what to do in between sleeping off a multi-course extravaganza downstairs?. Jump into the steam baths and sauna, hand yourself over to the massage therapists, hit the hot stones or get a body wrap done; it’s all here, inside of a beautiful space featuring the old masonry often found in this historic part of town."

"First and foremost a gym and health centre in a refurbished church, this Plateau-based address also features a spa that makes for the ideal post-workout session. There’s a hot and cold spa that’s available year-round—who doesn’t want a hot tub in the winter?. —alongside massage services that range from Shiatsu to sport-centric methods that will either get back up on your feet or relaxed and down for the count."

"A student-friendly operation facing Lafontaine Park, Centrale Parc offers a boutique setting with offerings that go easy on the wallet without skimping on prerequisite quality. Massage, body care, baths and facials are the primary drawcards here, but there are clinical options for those looking for mental and physical pain relief as well: Fasciatherapy for body tissues, cranial therapy for the head-centric pains, kinesitherapy for movement and osteopathy for muscles and joints. If you’re looking for something completely guided, the spa ritual packages to have you letting go and drifting away in no time."

"Composed of Belgian chocolate and essential oils, Spa Centrale Parc claims its unique chocolate bath treatment conveys both euphoric sensations and anti-depressant effects while assisting with skin regeneration. A Plateau neighborhood spa overlooking Parc La Fontaine, Spa Centrale Parc also serves up goat's milk and mud baths as well as infrared sauna access, osteopathy, physiotherapy, cranial therapy, and naturopathic treatments. Traditional spa treatments like facials, mani-pedis, and body treatments are a given."

"Of the offerings specific to Spa Centrale Parc, the chocolate bath is, perhaps, the most well known. Dark chocolate and essential oils are combined to create a bath that both helps with serotonin levels and promotes healthy skin. Other unique experiences curated by this particular spa include goat’s milk baths, mud baths and infrared saunas."

"Inspired by the great urban parks of the world, this designer spa features exceptional interiors created by Canadian architects and artists. With elegant design and stunning views of Mount-Royal, Victoria Park integrates a state-of-the-art medispa, private health club, and full service spa. Victoria Park also offers nutrition services provided by the world-class Park restaurant below."

"Le Boulevard is a shopping centre established in 1953 on the island of Montreal at the corner of Jean-Talon East and Pie-IX Boulevard."

"Recognized as the first Asian-inspired lifestyle shopping mall, Swatow Plaza is the recent multi-story commercial complex in Montreal providing a unique experience to all the shoppers. Situated in downtown Montreal’s heart, the shopping complex consists of multiple stores ranging from homestyle, eateries, fashion, etc. It is nestled within walking distance from most of the city’s popular attractions such as Place des Arts and Chinatown and Old Port among others."

"Source: Photo by user Jiaqian AirplaneFan used under CC BY 3.0. A shopping center situated in downtown Montreal, Le Centre Eaton de Montreal is an 11-story multipurpose property which attracts millions of shoppers throughout the year. Along with housing a retail complex with more than 60 stores that sits on the first three floors, the center also features an office component known as 1500 University situated on the upper floors."

"Shopping / NightlifeMalls705 Saint-Catherine Street West, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Eaton Centre is a shopping mall located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and the largest in downtown Montreal. It is located in the heart…"

"Floralies Gardens' cotton ball treetops and weeping willows are a sight to behold in any season, but there's no better time to go than during Quebec's peak fall foliage. The gardens and public art pepper the grounds of Parc Jean-Drapeau, located on Saint Helen's Island just across from the Old Port (the island is accessible by metro, ferry, or by walking or biking across one of the bridges). Apart from the gardens, there are also 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) of roads and trails to explore in the park, best enjoyed by hiking or by bike."

"Built over the St-Lawrence River, the bridge has spectacular panoramic views of the city, and it’s a unique way to get to Parc Jean-Drapeau. Once on the island, you can drop your bike off and head off for a day of rides at La Ronde or just ogle the awe-inspiring wonder that is Buckminster Fuller’s Biosphère."

"Île Sainte-Hélène (named after the wife of Samuel de Champlain) and the artificial island of Notre-Dame were the site of Expo '67. They are now known as Parc Jean Drapeau and have many family-minded attractions. A remnant of the 1967 world fair, the Biosphere is now a museum dedicated to ecological issues."

"Chasse-Galerie is one of Montréal's trendiest dining spots, housed within a sub-basement dining space with exposed brick walls and intimate atmosphere. The restaurant is named in honor of the French-Canadian legend of La Chasse Galerie, which depicts a tale of colonial voyagers who made a deal with the devil. Decor is dedicated to the spirit of travel and exploration, showcasing travel souvenirs and other internationally-inspired items."

"Locals enjoy visiting this park to tan, picnic and exercise, but it’s most known for is its large soccer field where locals organize friendly matches during the summer and hockey in the winter. Walk through the tree-canopied and bench-lined path from Rachel Street where the city’s colorful characters gather for conversation and playing cards or checkers. If jogging’s your thing, a couple of laps around the park makes for a great running track as well."

"One of the best parks in Montreal to sunbathe or hang out with friends. This is also a great park for parents with little kids as the park has a great play area for children. There is a baseball diamond, a tennis court, and volleyball sand courts making this a pretty sweet spot to spend time in Montreal."

"From the moment Maman opened in Montreal, social media influencers throughout the city flocked to check out its picturesque decor. It's not only the blue and white plates and greenery that makes this spot special. Every dish at this establishment is fit for a photo shoot, including the famous cookies that made it to Oprah's Favorite Things."

"Fresh food, good coffee, reasonable prices and a friendly ambiance. This cafe started off as a 20th century modern furniture store, but rapidly morphed into a coffee shop. While you’re there, try the coffee cake (it is baked by the owner’s aunt every day)!"

"That makes La Raclette the ideal spot to share in their namesake dish, or a bubbling pot of cheese fondue with the person sitting across the table from you. It’s BYOB as well, so you can optimize the wine and cheese pairings of your choosing. Make the most of your evening and enjoy picking out a couple bottles of sauvignon blanc or pinot gris beforehand."

"L’institution de l’Avenue Duluth propose quelque chose de très intéressant aux passants et aux gens qui s’y déplaceront : un menu à emporter, de style streetfood !. On commande devant le restaurant, puis on reçoit notre commande quelques minutes après, exactement comme avec un foodtruck. Plusieurs plats et préparations mis sous vide peuvent aussi être à emporter à la maison."

"Suitable for both lunch and dinner, La Prunelle is making street food versions of their food with takeout options like grilled octopus and pancetta-mushroom on sweet potato bread for cheaper than usual."