Eilat Spa Undergoes Major Renovation and Expansion
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
The Energy Club spa at Club Hotel Eilat is undergoing a NIS 2.5 million renovation, upgrading its facilities and treatment rooms. The spa attracts both hotel guests and local Eilat residents due to its quality services and pricing.
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- Eilat's Club Hotel spa is investing NIS 2.5 million in renovations.
- The spa attracts locals and guests from other hotels.
- New and upgraded treatment rooms are part of the renovation.
- Therapists are graduates of Reidman College.
- The hotel also hosts evacuees and reservists.
The Energy Club spa and fitness complex at the Club Hotel Eilat is undergoing a significant renovation and redesign, with an investment of approximately NIS 2.5 million. The project, which began 26 years after the spa's initial opening, includes the refurbishment of 12 treatment rooms, two of which are designated for couples' treatments, a shiatsu room, and a peeling treatment room. Further upgrades to the reception area and central complex are planned for later this year.
Managed since 2001 by Odelia Ashkenazi, the spa, which opened in 2000, has become a well-known establishment. Ashkenazi stated that the spa attracts not only hotel guests but also residents from across Eilat, citing competitive pricing and high-quality services. Visitors from other Eilat hotels also frequent the facility.
The 800-square-meter complex spans two floors. The entrance level features the reception, a gym, changing rooms, dry and wet saunas, four jacuzzi pools, and a relaxation area. The second floor houses the treatment rooms and a seating area. The spa offers a wide range of treatments, including Swedish and deep tissue massages, shiatsu, reflexology, hot stone therapy, peeling treatments, aromatherapy, couples' treatments, and acupuncture. All therapists are graduates of the Reidman College, according to management.
Gabriel Ben Shimol, head of the treatments department and a senior lecturer at Reidman College, emphasized a focus on therapeutic treatments rather than just pampering. The spa also offers packages that combine facility access with treatments. The gym is open to visitors and includes an instructor.
Ashkenazi noted that spa activity fluctuates with hotel occupancy and group bookings, with a slight dip in January-February unless large groups are present. The clientele includes local athletes and sports teams. The hotel itself has expanded its offerings, providing a comprehensive 'one-stop shop' experience for guests with various activities available on-site.
During the past two years of conflict, the hotel served as a refuge for evacuees and continues to host lone soldiers and reservists, while also supporting sports teams and community activities. The Energy Club operates seven days a week, with varying hours on weekdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays.