Body Sanctum
MASTERS OF RELAXATION SINCE 1999
About Us
Body Sanctum Day Spa offers massage, spa packages, facials and beauty treatments in a tranquil environment; an experience; a place to rejuvenate, relax and let your cares just float away.
Recently renovated, we have created an urban oasis with an atmosphere that is warm, inviting, soothing and an escape from the busy adventures that Queenstown offers.
Take a holiday from your busy life and let the hands of our expert therapists work their magic. We all know that in today’s environment, our lives are just forever busy, we never have enough time! Body Sanctum has been designed with all this and especially you in mind. We have designed our extensive menu to offer express treatments to luxury indulgence, whatever you desire and whatever time you have. Allow our experienced staff take you to another world…You deserve it!
The Ritual
Our Story
Body Sanctum Day Spa is an award-winning spa located in the heart of Queenstown. Since opening on July 31, 1999, we have been Queenstown’s first Day Spa, leading the way in relaxation and rejuvenation.
In 2010, we introduced The Beauty Lounge in convenient Frankton. This space offers advanced skincare, microneedling, LED light therapy, IPL and massage, alongside everything else you love at Body Sanctum Day Spa.
Our internationally trained therapists are chosen through a strict hiring process, so you always receive the highest level of care in every treatment.
Take a moment for yourself, unwind and refresh at Body Sanctum Day Spa in Queenstown or The Beauty Lounge in Frankton.
GALLERY
Our Spa
Our spa is centrally located in the heart of Queenstown and has been newly renovated to offer you a tranquil escape from busy everyday life.
Our Team
Meet the Front Line
Spa Manager
Dani
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Spa Manager
Dani 🇨🇱
A fully qualified Physiotherapist with a master degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy.
Originally from Chile, where she worked as a physio, Dani left her home country to travel throughout Australia and South East Asia before settling in New Zealand in 2018 and has lived in Queenstown ever since and joined Body Sanctum in 2020. Dani has been a valued manager since 2021, bringing leadership and expertise to the team.
What drew her to this career was her love for sports and how the body moves. She found that a lot of our aches and pains come from tight or overstretched muscles, and in her experience, massage is the best tool to deal with that!
Favourite Treatment to Receive: O Cosmedics Facial & Peel
Favourite Product: All of the pure Fiji products because she feels like she is on holiday every time she uses them!
Fun Fact: Her top 3 things she loves are snowboarding, animals and food!
Body Sanctum Team Member Since: October 2020
Our Experts
Meet the Remedial Massage Therapists
Remedial Massage Therapist
Maria
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Remedial Massage Therapist
Maria 🇵🇭
Maria is one of our talented Spa and Remedial Massage Therapists at Body Sanctum. Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, she has always had a deep passion for caring for others and promoting wellness.
Her journey began in 2006 with a caregiving qualification from TESDA, before progressing into therapeutic massage in 2010, giving Maria over a decade of hands-on industry experience. Her dedication and strong work ethic shine through in the outstanding feedback she receives and the many loyal clients who regularly seek her healing touch.
Over the years, Maria’s passion has grown, with a strong focus on remedial massage therapies. She approaches each new challenge with enthusiasm and is committed to helping her clients feel their absolute best.
Favourite treatment to give – Remedial Massage and Hot Stones Massage.
Favourite Treatment to receive – Hot stone massage followed by a beautiful Pure Fiji Vitamin C facial!
Favourite Product – Pure Fiji Vitamin C Range
Fun fact – I love to rest and watch Korean movies and listen to love songs. 🙂
Body Sanctum Member since: July 2020
Remedial Massage Therapist
Josephine
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Remedial Massage Therapist
Josephine 🇵🇭
Josephine is a passionate and dedicated massage therapist who takes great pride in delivering exceptional client care. She values every piece of feedback she receives and uses it to continually exceed her clients’ expectations, always going above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience.
Her love for massage began in the Philippines, where she trained through DEPED and TESDA. After moving to New Zealand in search of adventure, Josephine explored a variety of roles, but her heart remained in wellness and massage therapy.
Now firmly rooted in the industry, Josephine is committed to growing in her field and is devoted to helping others feel their very best through her nurturing and skilled touch.
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Favourite Treatment to give: Josephine´s favourite treatment at Body Sanctum to give is the Luxury Escape package, 90 minutes of luxury treatment that consists in 30 min Foot Revival, 30 min Massage and 30 min Pure Fiji Facial, full relaxation.
Favourite Treatment to receive: Full body relaxation massage and all the Pure Fiji facials.
Favourite Product: Pure Fiji Moringa and Guava range, the smell is devine!
Fun Fact: Loves cooking, traveling and art & craft
Body Sanctum team member since: March 2022
Our Team
Meet the Spa & Massage Therapists
Spa Therapist
Lela
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Beauty Therapist
Kelera 🇫🇯
Originally from the tropical isles of Fiji, Leyla is a highly experienced Spa and Beauty Therapist with over 20 years in the industry. Her career has taken her through some of Fiji’s most prestigious 5- and 6-star hotels and resorts, where she has refined her craft in luxury spa services.
Helping clients feel pampered, beautiful, and healthy is her true passion and it’s something you can feel in every treatment she gives. Leyla believes that “the first impression counts, and the last should be a memorable one.”
With exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, Leyla thrives in the fast-paced environment of a busy spa. She brings warmth, professionalism, and a positive energy to every client interaction. Grateful to now call Body Sanctum home, she’s excited to share her talents with the team and continue growing personally and professionally.
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Favourite Treatment to give: Lela’s favourite Body Sanctum treatment to give are Facials, Waxing and Massage.
Favourite Treatment to receive: Oh Yes why not getting pampered. Well Therapist deserves to get the treatment done as well. I would love to tailor made my treatment. Begin with Full BodyScrub, follow with Full Body Relaxing Massage and complete with Pure Fiji Vitamin C Facial.
Favourite Product: Lela’s favourite product at the spa is Pure Fiji – Vitamin C Facial Range- The Powerhouse for glowing skin as the Vitamin C brightening Oil – super concentrate Vitamin C Oil. Lightweight oil delivers an instant radiance on your face skin & Vitamin C brightening Creme – visibly brighten skin and reduces signs of aging with a powerful blend of pure Vitamin C and lime caviar.
Fun Fact: Lela loves meeting new people, socialising and adventure. She used to be a Pure Fiji Trainer back in Fiji as well!
Body Sanctum team member since: September 2022
Beauty Therapist
Kisi
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Beauty Therapist
Akisi 🇫🇯
Kisi joins us from the stunning Pacific island of Fiji and brings over 20 years of experience in the spa and beauty industry. She began her journey in 2000, studying at the South Pacific Academy of Beauty Therapy in Fiji.
After graduating, Kisi spent five years honing her skills in the Cook Islands before returning to Fiji, where she worked at various high-end resorts. Her passion for beauty therapy and her warm, calming presence have made her a favourite everywhere she’s worked.
It was a recommendation from her long-time friend Una, a former classmate, that brought Kisi to Queenstown and to Body Sanctum and we couldn’t be happier to have her here in our beautiful part of the world.
Favourite Treatment to give: Kisi’s favourite treatment at Body Sanctum is ‘Little Peace & Quiet’ , 1 hour massage & 1 hour facial! Total bliss.
Favourite Treatment to receive: A good deep tissue massage.
Favourite Product: Pure Fiji Moringa Exotic Oil because it smells incredible and leaves your skin feeling smooth.
Fun Fact: Kisi loves sightseeing, singing and meeting new people and friends.
Body Sanctum team member since: September 2022.
Spa Therapist
Litha
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Massage Therapist
Litha 🇫🇯
Originally from the beautiful Fiji Islands, Talica, known to many as Litha, is a passionate and experienced Spa and Beauty Therapist with over 14 years in the industry.
She began her journey in 2008, studying Beauty Therapy at the Beauty Academy in Fiji. That same year, she launched her career working across luxury island resorts, hotels, and cruise ships, offering massage, facials, and a wide range of beauty treatments with skill and care.
Thanks to a recommendation from a former colleague, Litha found her way to Body Sanctum bringing her talents to Queenstown, her very first overseas work experience. She’s embraced this opportunity with open arms and continues to share her passion for wellness with every client she treats.
Favourite Treatment to give: Litha’s favourite Body Sanctum treatment to give is facials. But she still loves all beauty/ body treatments.
Favourite Treatment to receive: Litha’s loves to get a good full body massage.
Favourite Product: Litha’s favourite Body Sanctum product is the Pure Fiji Body Butter, Once applied the skin instantly feels moisturised, soft and glowy!
Fun Fact: Litha loves to socialize with the right crowd of people, adventurous and a very sporty person.
Body Sanctum team member since: October 2022
Beauty Therapist
Joselin
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Beauty Therapist
Joselin 🇨🇱
Joselin is one of our skilled Beauty and Massage Therapists at Body Sanctum. Originally from Chile, her early studies were in international cuisine, but it wasn’t long before she discovered her true passion lay in natural cosmetics and professional cosmetology.
As she delved deeper into her studies, Joselin developed a strong love for skincare and overall wellness. She’s especially passionate about helping clients improve their skin health, particularly those dealing with acne-prone conditions. Her goal is always to support her clients on their journey to clear, radiant, and glowing skin.
With a nurturing touch and a deep understanding of skin science, Joselin brings both care and knowledge to every treatment she delivers.
Joselin is definitely an all rounder!
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Favourite Treatment to give: Massage, Facials and body exfoliations. I love all the treatment <3
Favourite Treatment to receive: Joselin’s favourite treatment to receive is a good massage.
Favourite Product: Joselin’s favourite product at Body Sanctum is the Pure Fiji Hyaluronic Booster. Super hydrating and nourishing for the skin.
Fun Fact: I am currently studying imagine design in my quiet time and I love non spicy food and watching lots of movies!
Body Sanctum team member since: February 2023
Spa Therapist
Sulu
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Spa Therapist
Sulu 🇫🇯
Sulueti began her spa career in the early 2000s in Fiji, working in one of the country’s premier 5-star luxury hotels. With over 20 years of experience in the spa and wellness industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge, grace, and professionalism to every treatment.
Her focus has always been on promoting the values and vision of the company she represents, while delivering an exceptional experience to each and every guest. Sulueti’s calm presence and dedication to client satisfaction make her a valued member of the Body Sanctum team.
Favourite Treatment to give: I love massage as well as beauty treatments!
Favourite Treatment to receive: Our signature deep tissue massage, for all of it’s glorious benefits! Massage therapists need massages too 🙂
Favourite Product: Pure Fiji Facial Vitamin C Range! It is amazing!
Fun Fact: Sulu loves travelling, socialising & watching movies!
Body Sanctum team member since: July 2023
Massage Therapist
Editha
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Massage Therapist
Editha 🇵🇭
Originally from the Philippines, Editha brings nearly a decade of experience as a massage therapist, having worked at Bioessence Philippines for nine years. During her time there, she also pursued professional training through TESDA and the Department of Health (DOH), earning her license as a qualified massage therapist.
Now embracing a new adventure in New Zealand, Editha has joined the Body Sanctum team and we’re so lucky to have her. She says she’s felt nothing but warmth and belonging from the moment she arrived to New Zealand, describing the team as a true family.
With her strong background, kind nature, and caring touch, Editha is a wonderful addition to our spa family.
Favourite treatment to give – Relaxation Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Favourite Treatment to receive – Hot stone massage and a good Deep tissue massage!
Favourite Product – Pure Fiji Exotic Oil. So hydrating and they all smell amazing!
Fun fact – I love watching sunsets and ice cream mango flavour :)!
Body Sanctum Member since: November 2023
Massage Therapist
Ruby
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Massage Therapist
Ruby 🇵🇭
Ruby is a highly experienced massage therapist with a deep passion for wellness and healing that spans over 20 years. Originally from the Philippines, she discovered her love for massage therapy early in life and has been devoted to the profession ever since.
She holds several respected qualifications, including certification in Hilot Wellness Massage NCII, a comprehensive massage training course completed in Quezon City, and additional professional training from the Massage King Training Centre in 2005.
Ruby is committed to delivering the highest standard of care to every client, combining expertise with a nurturing touch. She finds true joy in helping others feel relaxed, restored, and well.
Favourite Treatment to give: Ruby’s favourite Body Sanctum treatment to give is full body relaxation massage.
Favourite Treatment to receive: Gisele’s favourite Body Sanctum treatments to receive is a 90 minutes massage with scalp massage included.
Favourite Product: Ruby’s favourite Body Sanctum product is the Pure Fiji Exotic Oil because it’s 100% natural and once applied the skin instantly feels moisturised.
Fun Fact: Ruby loves cooking and watching movies.
Body Sanctum team member since: April 2024.
Massage Therapist
Vinny
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Massage Therapist
Vinny 🇫🇯
Favourite Treatment to give: Deep Tissue Massage, because I love working on knots and give clients instant relieve.
Favourite Treatment to receive: A warm hot stone massage, to completely relax and unwind.
Favourite Product: Pure Fiji Glycolic Renewal Peel and Pure Fiji Coconut Cleansing Balm, both leaves my skin glowy!
Fun Fact: I love cooking,spending time with my family and meeting people from different backgrounds.
Body Sanctum team member since: July 2026
Massage Therapist
Darunee (KitKat)
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Massage Therapist
Wella
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Massage Therapist
Wella 🇵🇭
A massage therapist with professional experience at one of the most luxurious resorts in the Philippines. Through extensive training and hands-on experience, she discovered a genuine passion for massage therapy and holistic wellness. Although she later pursued a career in the hospitality industry, her deep respect and passion for the healing art of massage never faded. After moving to New Zealand, she felt inspired to return to the spa industry, where she could once again share her skills, care, and commitment to helping others achieve relaxation and well-being.
She completed professional training in Foot Reflexology under a holistic massage therapist trainer from Singapore. In 2017, she successfully passed the Massage Therapist Licensure Examination administered by the DOH Philippines and placing 5th in the Written Examination. She also holds a National Certificate II (NC II) in Massage Therapy issued by the (TESDA).
She believes that massage therapy is more than a treatment—it is an opportunity to support each client’s physical well-being, reduce stress, and create a meaningful sense of balance and renewal.
Favourite Treatment to give:Relaxation Massage and Foot Reflexology
Favourite Treatment to receive: A Little Peace and Quiet a combination of Massage and Facial
Favourite Product: Pure Fiji Exotic Oil and All Pure Fiji Product for Resurfacing Facial
Fun Fact: I love singing karaoke, watching and listening to inspirational content and enjoying good food with family and friends
Body Sanctum team member since: June 2026
Our chosen skincare ranges
About Our Brands
At Body Sanctum Day Spa, we’ve spent more than 20 years trialling the brands that we know work. Our ranges include advanced cosmedical ranges as well as all natural, vegan, cruelty free and locally sourced products.
Plant-based Skincare
Pure Fiji
Advanced Skincare
O Cosmedics
Uniquely Kiwi Products
Pure Source – Rotorua Thermal Mud
Rotorua Thermal Mud contains a range of trace elements, like Sulphur, Calcium, Sodium and Silicon. These minerals are known to be very effective in boosting the natural processes of the skin, they can also help ease aches and muscle pains and provide a wonderful feeling of tranquility.
UNIQUELY KIWI PRODUCTS
NZ Glacial Clay
Advanced Skincare & Beauty
With the latest advanced technologies, cosmeceutical product ranges and highly trained internationally qualified therapists, we’re able to treat any skin condition in a discreet, relaxed and luxury Spa environment with fantastic views over the Remarkables.
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