Even on Manhattan, an island with an abundance of outstanding spas, the opening of the Sense spa at The Carlyle hotel was hotly anticipated. Located on the third floor of this Upper East Side icon, the bi-level space was designed by Mark Zeff, who made lavish use of rare materials in keeping with the hotel’s hushed atmosphere. A spectacular vaulted stairwell that shimmers in light reflected from walls of platinum mosaic tiles leads to treatment rooms and lounges decked out in Carrara marble and exotic woods. Needless to say, the Sisley treatments are said to rival the interior in their extravagance.
An oasis of luxury and tranquility, Sense spa has been designed to convey the sophisticated attitude of New York City’s Upper East Side. Partnering with Sisley, the premier brand in high-end skincare products, every treatment offered at the luxury spa is an expression of The Carlyle’s dedication to providing the ultimate in luxury experiences.
The NYC luxury spa features four treatments rooms, one of the rooms features a state of the art Kohler DTV shower which provides guests with a total sensory experience: water, sound, light and steam entwine in a completely customizable system. Whether in need of soothing recreations of sunrise or sunset, or energizing washes of cool blue tones, the extraordinary light treatments make this a rejuvenating experience. The spa also boasts its own high-tech fitness center featuring the newest gym equipment from Technogym.
The spa has a jewel-like design with sumptuous materials used throughout. Designed by Mark Zeff of Zeff Designs, the spa’s unique facility combines the hotel’s historic glamour with the most advanced technology found in today’s skincare and beauty industries. With a barrel-vaulted stairwell finished in shimmering platinum mosaic tiles, every element of the design exudes glamour and luxury. Inspired by 1940s Hollywood and The Carlyle’s famed Art Deco roots, Zeff utilized a dramatic black and grey color scheme, highlighted with luminous lacquered wall panels, deep charcoal faux leather floors and English chandeliers. The spa exudes subdued elegance, and the experience is intimate, elegant and sophisticated; a delight to both body and soul. Lush patterned wool carpets and rich lacquered wood paneling and moldings give the spa a chic feel. In the relaxation room guests enjoy lush velvet sofas and ottomans, while damask drapery creates a private atmosphere lit by traditional, polished nickel fixtures imported from England.