Lomi-Lomi
Massage

Both are flowing and relaxing, but they feel quite distinct once you are on the table. Lomi-Lomi is the traditional Hawaiian massage, and its signature is long, continuous forearm strokes that sweep over the whole body in a wave-like rhythm, rarely breaking contact. The effect is almost dance-like, and because your therapist moves fluidly from one area to the next, the mind tends to switch off as deeply as the body loosens. Swedish Relaxation, by contrast, works more in defined sections, mainly with the hands, using kneading and gliding strokes on one region before moving to the next. Swedish is the classic European choice and very easy to tailor in pressure; Lomi-Lomi is more meditative and immersive, ideal if you find segmented massage too stop-and-start. If you love the sense of being carried on a single unbroken current, Lomi-Lomi will suit you. If you prefer a familiar, adaptable full-body treatment, Swedish is the natural pick.

Lomi-Lomi sits in the medium, soothing range rather than the deep, intense end. Its whole character comes from rhythm and continuous flow, those long, sweeping forearm strokes that move over the body like waves, so the aim is to lull and release rather than to dig into knots. Most guests find it firm enough to ease everyday tension and loosen tired muscles, yet gentle enough to feel deeply calming, even meditative. That said, it is still your session. If you would like a little more pressure in a particular area, such as the shoulders or lower back, simply tell your therapist and they will lean in within the treatment's flowing style. If what you really want is strong, corrective work on chronic tightness or sports recovery, our Deep Tissue massage is the better fit, and it can also be booked as a focused add-on. For pure switch-off relaxation, though, Lomi-Lomi's steady, rolling rhythm is exactly the point.

You will be fully draped with a warm towel throughout your Lomi-Lomi, so only the area being worked on is uncovered at any time. Because this massage uses long, sweeping forearm strokes that flow over large parts of the body at once, draping is arranged smoothly so the rhythm is never interrupted. Undress to the level you feel comfortable with; most guests keep their underwear on, which works perfectly well with the warmed oil we use to help the strokes glide. Your therapist always leaves the room while you settle face-down on the table, and knocks before returning. You will be matched with a same-gender therapist in a private room, so there is no reason to feel self-conscious as you relax into the flow. If you have a skin sensitivity or would prefer a particular oil, mention it during the short consultation at the start and we will adjust it for you before we begin.

As often as you like. Lomi-Lomi is gentle and restorative rather than intense, so it does not need the recovery time that deeper, corrective massage sometimes does, and there is no risk in enjoying it regularly. Many guests treat it as a monthly ritual to keep everyday stress and tension from quietly building up, and to give the mind a reliable chance to fully switch off. Others weave it between firmer treatments such as Deep Tissue or Hot Stone, using the flowing Hawaiian rhythm purely to unwind rather than to work anything out. If you are going through a particularly demanding stretch, coming more often is perfectly fine. Your therapist can suggest a rhythm that suits how your body and mind feel, but there is no fixed rule here. Whether it becomes a once-in-a-while escape or a steady part of your routine, Lomi-Lomi is designed to leave you feeling light, calm, and carried each time.