Spa at InterContinental Athénée Palace

The spa at the InterContinental Athénée Palace occupies the 22nd floor of the hotel at Strada Episcopiei 1-3, Sector 1, beside Piața Revoluției in central Bucharest, Romania. The setting is an upscale hotel spa high above the city: floor-to-ceiling windows frame views over Revolution Square and the surrounding rooftops, which gives the indoor heated pool and jacuzzis a distinctive atmosphere compared with the basement spas common in older city hotels. The hotel itself is one of the capital's historic landmarks, and the spa is a modern addition at the top of the building. The facilities listed for the spa are an indoor heated pool, jacuzzis, a steam bath and a sauna, together with massage treatments. The pool and jacuzzis are the signature feature, and the combination of warm water and a view across the city centre at dusk is the main draw for visitors. Specific treatment names, product houses and therapist qualifications are not documented here, so visitors who want a particular massage style should ask at the hotel when booking. Treatments are reported to last between 30 and 90 minutes, which allows anything from a short back-and-shoulders session to a full-body massage. Treatment prices vary and are not listed publicly in the sources used, so the sensible route is to call the spa on +40 21 303 3777 to confirm the menu, the price and the availability of day access for non-guests. Reservations are advisable for massages, particularly at weekends, and opening hours should likewise be confirmed by phone before visiting. The spa suits a restful break between sightseeing in the Calea Victoriei area, which includes the Romanian Athenaeum, the National Museum of Art and the Old Town, all within a short walk or taxi ride. Standard hotel spa etiquette applies: showering before entering the pool, wearing a robe and slippers to and from treatment rooms, keeping voices low and limiting phone use in the relaxation areas. Swimwear is required in the pool area, and guests normally arrive a little early for treatments to change and settle before the appointment begins.