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High above Beijing’s bustling Central Business District, Chi, The Spa at the Shangri-La’s China World Summit Wing offers a serene escape rooted in Asian healing traditions. Inspired by the philosophy of qi (the life force that flows through the body), this tranquil retreat blends ancient wisdom with refined luxury.
The spa journey is carefully designed to engage all five senses, beginning the moment guests arrive. Curved architectural elements suggest flow and balance, while seasonal teas, subtle aromatherapy and calming soundscapes enhance the experience. Treatments draw on traditional Chinese medicine and feature eco-conscious Cha Ling products made with pu’er tea from southwest China’s Yunnan Province.
With six elegant treatment suites and signature therapies that emphasize both relaxation and energy realignment, Chi is more than a spa; it’s a destination for holistic renewal and elevated self-care.
Rounded shapes and warm tones inside the spa lobby and rooms echo Chinese concepts of harmony, subtly guiding guests into a state of relaxation.
Each pampering session begins with a ritualistic foot bath and sound bowl therapy to ground the senses and enhance qi flow.
Signature Qi Balance techniques, exclusive to this spa, combine firm handwork and energy-based practices for full-body equilibrium.
Cha Ling treatments reflect a commitment to eco-conscious luxury, using pu’er tea and herbal infusions in high-performance formulas.
Each treatment room in the luxury spa has a massage bed, hot tub, personal shower, vanity and a relaxation area, offering complete privacy and comfort.
The Treatments
The Beijing spa offers a well-rounded menu of services, from deep-tissue and lymphatic drainage massages to facial therapies, aromatherapy baths and full-body scrubs designed to restore balance and calm.
The Cha Ling Relaxing Aromatherapy Massage is among the most requested therapies. Using Swedish techniques and medium pressure, it soothes sore muscles and relieves mental fatigue.
The Signature Chi Balance Massage uses gentle yet firm palm pressure, following the body’s meridian lines to revitalize your “protective qi” for deep relaxation and peace of mind.
Seasonal touches, such as warming ginger tea in winter or floral scents in spring, are thoughtfully rotated on the treatment menu and in the physical space throughout the year.