CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La draws inspiration from the origins of the Shangri-La legend, a place of personal peace, enchantment and well-being.

CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Abu Dhabi offers distinctive luxury and indulgence in 10 spacious private treatment suites, one double suite and a hammam.  This ancient traditional therapy with roots in the East, where friends gather and family relax after a day’s work, is available for private bookings.  CHI, The Spa also has a vitality pool, a herbal steam bath and a yoga studio.  Asian and Middle Eastern treatments may be taken individually or guests can select from half-day experiences for restorative well-being.

In traditional Chinese philosophy, "chi" or "Qi" is the universal life force that governs well-being and personal vitality.  For people to maintain good health, it is believed that "chi" must flow freely within the body and, when blocked, "dis-ease" and illness follow.  Movement is therefore a key element in releasing blockages.  Body massage, exercise, stretching, hydrotherapy, and movement of the mind through relaxation and meditation combine to assist the body's natural renewal and form the basis of the CHI spa philosophy.