Couvent des Minimes Spa (Arras)

The Couvent des Minimes Spa is located at 92 Rue Emile Legrelle in Arras, the historic capital of the Artois area in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France. Arras is known for its Flemish-style arcaded squares, the Grand Place and Place des Héros, and its belfry, all rebuilt after the First World War. The spa belongs to a hotel set in a former convent, so the setting combines historic architecture with contemporary hotel-spa comfort, which gives it a quiet, restful atmosphere away from the busy town squares. The menu includes Swedish massage, aromatherapy, other beauty treatments, and access to an indoor pool and sauna. Swedish massage uses long, flowing strokes to ease muscle tension, while aromatherapy combines massage with essential oils chosen for relaxation. Therapists in French hotel spas are generally trained and certified in massage and beauty techniques, and the spa holds a visitor rating of around 4.5, suggesting a consistent standard. Facilities include the indoor pool and sauna, along with private treatment rooms. The spa is open daily from 09:00 to 20:00. An indoor pool day pass costs around €20 (about $22), and a massage starts at around €65 (about $70), which makes the spa an accessible option compared with larger French cities. Visits typically last between one and three hours. The pool pass allows a relaxed swim and sauna session without booking a treatment, while massages and beauty treatments are best reserved in advance, particularly on weekends and in the evening after sightseeing. Visitors should bring a swimsuit, and French pools commonly require fitted swim shorts for men and sometimes a swim cap, so hygiene rules are worth checking when booking. The spa works well as a counterpart to a day exploring Arras, including the Grand Place squares, the underground tunnels known as the Boves, and the town's First World War memorials, and visitors should confirm current prices and opening times directly with the property.