Christmas in New Plymouth has its own rhythm: long light evenings, beach days at Ngāmotu and Fitzroy, and a December calendar that fills up fast. If someone on your list could do with an hour to themselves, a spa gift is one of the easiest and most thoughtful things you can give. Here are our favourite ideas, sorted by budget and by the person you're buying for.
Gifts under $100: a little treat
You don't need to spend a lot to give someone a proper break. A $50 gift voucher is a lovely top-up towards any treatment, and $100 covers a back, neck and shoulder massage, perfect for the person who carries all their stress in their shoulders.
For the skincare lover, a single Celluma LED light therapy session ($79) is a calm, hands-free 30 minutes with no downtime. It's a great way to try LED before committing to a course.
Gifts from $100 to $200: the classic pamper
This is the sweet spot for most of our Christmas vouchers. A few favourites:
- Zen Time Facial ($130): a relaxing, personalised 45-minute facial with a mask chosen for their skin.
- Full Body Massage with Foot & Scalp Ritual ($180): a Pure Fiji milk foot bath, full body massage and a tension-relieving scalp massage. Pure bliss.
- A Lira peel ($160–$180): for the friend who's always talking about her skin. Our Lira peels range from the brightening Vita Brite to options for breakouts and texture.
Gifts from $200 to $400: the full spa experience
For a milestone, a big thank-you, or simply someone who deserves it most, give them an afternoon they'll remember:
- Pure Fiji Sugar Body Glow ($220): a full body sugar polish, warm shower, then a full body and scalp massage.
- Zen Escape ($260): a back, neck and shoulder massage, a personalised facial and an express pedicure.
- Indulgent Surrender ($390): a full afternoon of facial, top-to-toe massage, sugar body polish and express pedicure.
For the skin-focused friend
Some people would rather give their skin some real attention. IDENEL treatments start from $350. If they're working on firmness or breakouts, a Celluma LED course builds results over several sessions. Not sure what suits them? A value voucher lets them start with a Zen Skin Consultation ($40) and our therapists will help them choose. Our skin concerns guide is a good place to start too.
For couples
Treat your parents, your best mates or the two of you. The Couples Full Body Massage with Foot & Scalp Ritual ($380) is enjoyed side by side in our dual room, starting with a foot bath and finishing with a scalp massage. Couples treatments need two therapists, so these are booked by phone on 06 758 1636.
For the person who has everything
When in doubt, let them choose. A value voucher in any amount you like can be used on any full-priced treatment or spa package, from massages and facials to beauty rituals. They get to pick exactly what they'd love, and you don't have to guess.
How our gift vouchers work
It's all sorted online in a few minutes, which makes it ideal for last-minute shoppers (no judgement):
- Choose your gift: pick an amount, or a treatment or package you know they'll love.
- Add a personal message: write a note and pay securely online.
- It arrives by email in minutes: ready to print, forward, or tuck inside a Christmas card.
They can then book online with their voucher code, or give us a call.
Why Taranaki locals love Zen
We're on Powderham Street in central New Plymouth, and we're rated 4.9 stars on Google from 190 reviews. As one client put it: "More than heavenly. Pure perfect pampering. Left feeling younger, brighter, happier." We're open Tuesday to Friday 10am–7pm and Saturday 10am–4pm, with Mondays by appointment.
Ready to give the gift of Zen?
Buy a gift voucher online and it'll be in their inbox within minutes. And if you're planning a little Christmas treat for yourself (you've earned it), book your appointment online.
Meri Kirihimete from all of us at Zen Skin Spa.