Drift away at the floating spa

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Drift Away at the Floating Spa

While The Spa's nautical theme is subtle and done in good taste. With 5 decks, there is plenty of room to explore, and the high ceilings an openness, the opposite of what you might expect from being on a boat. The water circuit includes...read more here or continue on this page to find out how Bota Bota celebrates!

On a regular day Bota Bota, a ferryboat that has been converted into a sleek urban spa, is a soothing place to be. On their two-year anniversary however, it transformed into a colorful world of artists. Acrobats and jugglers performed while you soaked in the jacuzzi, and there were more sweets than you should have in one evening. 

Two spa-hungry marines (a friend and I) were greeted by a man on stilts, a fire twirler, two feathery friends, and a pole master while embarking onto the boat which is permanently docked in the old port of Montreal. After changing into our swimsuits in what used to be the engine room of the ferry, we were handed a gorgeous glass of Neige, a crisp, locally produced ice cider that we sipped while touring the spa.

The nautical theme is subtle and done in good taste. With five decks, there is plenty of room to explore, and the high ceilings give the opposite effect you might expect from being on a boat. The water circuit includes two sauna and jacuzzi areas, both providing stunning views: one of the city skyline and the other, the St. Lawrence River.

  

This is a spa where the hours pass quickly. Large padded, porthole windows make the perfect place to recline and gaze out at the water or read a book. Yoga and Pilates classes are offered in both French and English or you can do your own private asana if the yoga studio is free. The hammock style swing chairs are great fun, and if you cannot be without the news, there is a TV room, complete with headphones.

On a cold December evening, the candlelit experience was divine. Nonetheless, looking out at the sundeck and garden, urged us to schedule a future summertime date at this innovative spa that I think, circus or not, will really float your boat.

 
 

Bota Bota

358 Rue De La Commune Ouest

Montreal’s Old Port

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www.botabota.ca

514 284 0333