A Spa Day in Ubud Starting With a Mani Pedi

Close-up of a woman's hands displaying a fresh, elegant pale pink manicure on almond-shaped nails, highlighting quality nail care Bali.

Not every spa day needs to begin with a massage. At Akoya Spa in Ubud, a mani-pedi is a well-considered starting point, an unhurried hour of professional nail care that sets the tone for everything that follows. With premium OPI colour, gel options, and therapists who treat each session with genuine attention to detail, the nail care menu here is worth planning around. 

The Nail Treatments at Akoya Spa

Akoya Spa offers five nail treatments, each suited to different needs and time commitments.

The Gel Manicure and Gel Pedicure are the most comprehensive options, each lasting 60 minutes and available by advance booking. Gel polish lasts significantly longer than standard polish, making it the practical choice for guests who want their nails to hold up through the rest of a holiday and beyond. The extended session allows for thorough nail preparation, shaping, and cuticle care before colour is applied, producing a finish that reflects the same attention to detail found throughout every treatment at Akoya Spa.

A nail technician applying a clear top coat to a client's white gel nails in a spa setting, showcasing professional nail care Bali.

For guests who prefer OPI nail polish without the gel formula, the Manicure with OPI Nail Polish and the Pedicure with OPI Nail Polish each run for 45 minutes. OPI is a professional nail brand known for its broad colour range, consistent finish, and formulations that care for the nail as much as they colour it.

The Manicure or Pedicure Without Polish runs for 45 minutes and focuses entirely on nail health. Shaping, buffing, cuticle care, and hand or foot massage, with no colour applied. It is the treatment for guests who want their nails in the best possible condition rather than a specific shade.

For guests who arrive with existing gel polish that needs to be removed, the Gel Nail Polish Removal treatment lasts 20 minutes as a standalone service.

Choosing the Right Treatment

The choice between gel and standard polish comes down to how long you want the results to last and how much time you have. Gel holds for two to three weeks without chipping, making it the stronger choice for guests earlier in their trip. Standard OPI polish delivers an equally polished finish and suits guests who prefer flexibility or have sensitive nails.

Close-up of a pedicurist gently shaping a client's toenail with a file during a relaxing nail care Bali treatment.

If time allows, combining a gel manicure with a gel pedicure creates the most complete mani pedi experience on the menu. Both treatments together total 120 minutes and are best booked as a pair for a properly unhurried start to a spa day at Akoya Spa in Ubud.

What the Rest of the Spa Day Can Look Like

A spa day that begins with nail care has plenty of room to continue. The Ladies of Leisure package, running for 180 minutes, sits naturally alongside the nail treatments, moving through a Balinese body scrub, massage, yoghurt body mask, relaxation bath, and cleansing facial. Booked together, the two create a full day of care from head to toe.

For those who want a shared experience, the Romantic Couples Treatment offers a shared massage, scrub, body mask, and a bath of your choice, equally suited to close friends as to partners.

Booking Your Mani Pedi at Akoya Spa

The gel manicure and gel pedicure at Akoya Spa require advance booking. The care taken across a 60-minute session is not something that can be rushed, and booking ahead secures the time and the unhurried experience that makes the result worth having.

As the best spa in Ubud, Akoya Spa brings the same level of intention to nail care that it brings to every other treatment on the menu. A spa day that starts with your nails starts well.

Akoya Spa is ready when you are. To reserve your nail treatment, please email spa@viceroybali.com

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