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The results of the 10th annual World Spa Awards are in, and a Quebec spa — less than two hours by car from Montreal — has been crowned Canada’s Best Day Spa for 2024.

Strøm Spa Nordique, with five locations across the province, including one in the heart of Old Montreal, claimed the top spot for its Old Quebec location. This serene 32,000-square-foot retreat, perched on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, offers guests an immersive escape in one of Quebec’s most historic cities.

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Montreal is often recognized for its renowned restaurants, non-stop festivals, friendly people and exquisite nightlife. But one thing our city offers that often falls under the radar is our spa scene.

Montreal likes to play hard, but we love a relaxing moment. A restful day at one of the many Montreal spas will leave you feeling rejuvenated and restored and there's one spa, in particular, that is putting the rest to shame.

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Montreal has a brand-new thermal spa just in time for the colder season. Located beneath the bustling streets of Montreal's Plateau-Mont-Royal lays Spa Carré Saint-Louis, a new addition to the city's wellness scene offering a complete thermotherapy and massage therapy experience.

Whether you need a massage, some much-needed time alone or a really good hot tub soak, Spa Carré Saint-Louis has it all. The spa includes a jacuzzi pool, a traditional eucalyptus hammam, a dry sauna, a cold bath, showers, massage rooms, a relaxation area and changing rooms.

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In Montreal's urban desert, an oasis of tranquillity is emerging this summer in the Village. Sabbya Medispa is a retreat that will cool your senses while heating up the local wellness scene.

Behind its gold doors, the prickly edges of city life melt into a medley of therapeutic treatments, cutting-edge medical enhancements, and a revitalizing water circuit — the only spa in the city to integrate all three features in one location.

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Montreal never disappoints. From world-renowned restaurants and remarkable hotels, all the way to Montreal spas that are ideal for getting some much-needed rest and relaxation and there's one, in particular, you might want to check out.

If you've got your eyes set on a day of pure bliss, you can venture on over to none other than the Guerlain Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal for what can only be described as the ultimate spa experience. In fact, it was recently named one of the best spas in the world.

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If you've been looking for chalets to rent this summer but want to upgrade your experience, then we've totally got you covered! Eau Villa, a floating house located at the Chambly marina on Montreal's South Shore just opened for business this month.

The unique getaway allows you and three others to take in all that Eau Villa has to offer, including stunning views of the waterfront, a rooftop terrace, a mini-spa, and of course, a whole floating house!

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This Review article is part of a Narcity Media series. The views expressed are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Narcity Media.

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Looking for the ideal way to soak your worries away? This spa an hour from Montreal has got you covered! The Polar Bear's Club is the ultimate spa for grabbing some much-needed R&R, and you're in luck 'cause they're offering $40 access to their thermal baths all spring long.

While spas are a perfect way to feel revitalized and rejuvenated, gosh can they ever be expensive. Well, it doesn't have to be at the Polar Bear's Club.

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Doesn't it just feel like the city's finally coming alive again? After a shenanigan-filled start to 2022, the days are finally a little longer, the Montreal weather's getting warmer and it feels like life's slowly getting back to normal.

Now that the atmosphere is filling up with some much-needed energy, here are things to do this weekend in Montreal to get back in touch with the city we all know and love.

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Feeling like it's time for a little winter getaway with your loved one? Well, this stunning Airbnb accommodation is only an hour and a half from Montreal and is the perfect spot to relax with your partner and immerse yourselves in nature.

The Airbnb, called "L'Hirondelle", is located on Lac Vase Road in Sainte-Émélie-de-l'Énergie where it's surrounded by trees and within close proximity to a small lake.

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Winter in Montreal is tough enough as is, but this season has been... interesting to say the least. From major cold fronts, snowstorms, and a lot of uncertainty regarding COVID-19 restrictions, things have been, well...frustrating.

So to help you get out of your 2022 slump, here are some chilled out things to do in Montreal to help you cope with any shenanigans life has thrown your way.

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Although Quebec's COVID-19 rules will be loosening up soon with the re-opening of many establishments, spas across the province remain partially shut down. The Quebec Spa Association (QSA) is decrying the "incoherence" of Quebec's decision to keep baths and saunas closed, despite giving the green light for concert venues, cinemas, and arenas to open.

In a press release issued on January 25, the QSA said it finds it "inconceivable" that spas would be left out of the first two phases of Quebec's re-opening when it is an "industry that has more benefits than risks for the public."

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