The Finest London Wellness Clubs with No Membership Needed

Words by
Sufiya McNulty

9th January 2025

SPHERE has brought together London’s most luxurious wellness clubs with no membership needed. All flexible and offering the freedom of day passes, perfect to tailor to your schedule with no strings attached. Whether you’re looking to enhance your fitness, rejuvenate your body, or focus on a nutrient-rich diet, our curated selection will ensure you find a club aligned with your wellbeing needs.

As 2025 begins, the pursuit of health and wellness takes centre stage, and London’s most exclusive wellness clubs offer an unparalleled fusion of fitness and luxury. From the state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment at The Ned to cutting-edge skincare and massage therapies at Equinox Kensington, these clubs are sure to help you stick to a New Year’s resolution you can actually keep. These sophisticated spaces go beyond traditional health clubs, providing bespoke training programs, cutting-edge treatments, and world-class spa facilities in sumptuous surroundings. From invigorating gym sessions to serene wellness lounges these sanctuaries are the ultimate embodiment of escapism and self-care. 

The Club at The Ned - For Aesthetic Gym Interiors

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The pool at Ned's Club Spa

The Ned’s opening in 2017 saw the transformation of the iconic Midland Bank building into one of London’s most opulent hotels. Ned’s Club gym offers state-of-the-art cardio, strength, and boxing equipment, along with pilates and yoga studios, and a spinning room.

Members can unwind in the 20-metre marble-clad pool, steam room, or sauna, and indulge in spa treatments like massages, facials, and nail services. Drawing inspiration from 1930s transatlantic liners and Art Deco grandeur, The Ned seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern wellness, making its gym and spa a luxurious retreat within the heart of London.

The Ned offers a day pass starting from £200, which can be redeemed against any spa treatment. For more details, visit thened.com

Equinox Kensington - Equinox - For Science-Driven Services

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The Gym at Equinox Kensington

Located under a stunning domed skylight on Kensington High Street, Equinox offers a premium fitness experience. The open-plan gym features a boxing studio, studio pilates, personal training, and a spa. Members have access to personalized one-on-one training, supported by Equinox's Health Advisory Board, as well as digital classes.

Equinox Kensington offers 11 science-backed classes, ranging from martial arts to sculpting pilates. The spa features Bodywork, a hands-on relief technique applied by licensed massage therapists, which blends stretching, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and compression therapy.

Find out more about Equinox's guest passes and flexible memberships at equinox.com

Damu at The Mandrake - For Adventurous Experiences

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The floatation tank at Damu

Fitzrovia’s five-star boutique hotel, The Mandrake, is set to unveil its groundbreaking spa, Damu, this month. Offering a holistic approach to wellbeing, Damu blends cutting-edge technology with ancient traditions to restore and rejuvenate both body and mind.

Damu’s Austrian Alpine mud caves use medicinal mud enriched with plant extracts to promote circulation, reduce inflammation, and enhance the skin’s natural glow. The mud’s mineral-rich properties help draw out toxins while leaving the body deeply revitalised.

Guests can also immerse themselves in the world’s first Wavess Origin Pool, a zero-gravity, multi-sensory experience integrating water haptics, vibrational therapy, chromotherapy, and soundscapes to elevate healing. Advanced treatments include BBL Moxi laser therapy, SkinPen CST, and Dermalux LED phototherapy. 

Find out more at themandrake.com, day spa access from £160.

The Peak Fitness Club & Spa at Jumeirah Carlton Tower - For Unique Wellbeing 

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The pool at Jumeirah Carlton Tower

The Peak Fitness Club at Carlton Jumeirah is home to London’s longest naturally-lit indoor pool. The gym holds an array of group classes including qigong, Latin fusion and kickboxing. The club is equipped with top-tier Technogym equipment, catering to all fitness needs. Beyond the gym, members enjoy exclusive access to the Peak Lounge which serves healthy, international food. 

When you’re not working out, Talise Spa at The Peak boasts massage treatments such as relaxing candle lit massages, perfect for unwinding and deep relaxation. The spa also offers indulgent, results-driven facials such as the Gold Hydralifting Facial With Rose Quartz and a Blue Diamond Facial which uses diamond peptides. Additionally there is a special oncology collection offering restorative treatments for those undergoing or recovering from treatment for cancer.

Find out more at jumeirah.com, day passes from £200

Bodyism Notting Hill - For Nutrition-Focused Wellness

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Classes at Bodyism Notting Hill

This month sees Bodyism enter a new chapter, in addition to their world class training, Bodyism is now focusing on scientifically-backed, results-driven, personalised wellbeing and recovery.

The new offering includes clinical testing, wellness, assessments, personalised nutrition plans, recovery analysis and a new recovery room. Bodyism classes include yoga, pilates, barre, boxing, sculpt, tone and their own signature class.

The Bodyism Cafe offers wholesome, nutrition-led food designed to fuel the body and mind. With highly flexible memberships and a January introduction-offer Bodyism is the perfect place for your fitness needs to meet your schedule. 

Bodyism is currently offering flexible, low-commitment memberships from £500 p/m. Find out more at bodyism.com

Chuan Spa, The Langham - For Traditional Chinese Practices

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Chuan Body + Soul Relaxation Area

In the heart of Marylebone, you’ll find the renowned Langham Hotel. The range of flexible memberships include a complimentary 1-hour Chuan Harmony Signature treatment, 15% discount on spa treatments, 10% discount on spa products, a personal training programme, four guest passes, and complimentary membership to The Langham Supper Club. 

The hotel’s Chuan Spa is a peaceful sanctuary and the perfect place to unwind. With inspiration from Traditional Chinese Medicine and the five elemental forces: wood, fire, earth metal and water, “chuan” signifies a tranquil course of water and the space draws on the principles of Feng Shui.

The range of treatments at Chuan includes the world’s first premier sensory CBD-infused massage experiences, by OTO and a detoxifying anti-pollution facial perfect for city dwellers. Chuan Body+ Soul has partnered with Effect doctors, known for their IV drips and collaborated with plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Ashwin Soni to perform non-surgical rejuvenation procedures.

Find out more at thelangham.com, £150 for a day pass to the facilities.

Lanserhof at The Arts Club - For Practical Preventative Health

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Lanserhof at The Arts Club, (James Mason Photography)

Housed in an elegant Mayfair townhouse within The Arts Club, Lanserhof is an expert in innovative wellbeing. Lanserhof has been providing expertise for over 30 years and provides treatments including IV vitamin infusions to acupuncture.

Lanserhof focuses on preventative medicine from cardiology services to sleep medicine services. Members will undergo diagnostic tests with an expert clinician and later receive a consultation with a doctor to discuss the results and provide a truly personalised improvement journey. 

Lanserhof currently offers a one-week trial. Find out more about membership options at lhtac.com