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 massages and treatments are based on authentic natural healing methods found in traditional well-being practices shared by many Asian cultures.

CHI, The Spa at Shangri La's Mactan Resort and Spa also includes a selection of treatments that showcases the well-being traditions found in Philippine culture and the many natural plants, herbs and botanical products with their potent therapeutic properties.

Surrender to the intuitive touch of our skilled therapists, within the restorative luxury of CHI, The Spa to revitalize the body and soothe the senses.

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, disease 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.

Using natural products and recipes, with plants, herbs, minerals and essential oils from sustainable resources, the Chinese theory of the Five Elements of metal, water, wood, fire and earth are used to harmonize the body’s positive yang and negative yin energy to restore balance and vitality.