Chi, The Spa at the Shangri-La was known for its opulence: large, elegant treatment rooms; expert, attentive therapists; unique, enveloping treatments. Now, under the Hyatt Hotels umbrella, Orrin Spa has taken its place, inspired by the natural rhythms of the West Coast and giving locals and visitors alike a new reason to relax.

But first, a bit of background. It was announced in July that the beloved Shangri-La Vancouver was closing down, to be replaced by a Park Hyatt that is set to debut in 2026. Little is known about the transition, except that it will involve a multi-million-dollar renovation in order to bring the interiors—beautiful, but tired and in need of care—up to the standards of Park Hyatt. In the meantime, the hotel has remained open as the Hyatt Vancouver Downtown Alberni, welcoming guests to its 119 spacious rooms while the team quietly plans their makeover.

And amidst all this exciting change, there is Orrin Spa: a concept that debuted in August and that will remain in place once Vancouver’s Park Hyatt—only the second in Canada, after Toronto—makes its anticipated debut.

Those who visited the space when it was Chi, The Spa will notice that not much has changed decor-wise—at least not yet. But in ethos, Orrin is entirely new: guided by the concept of light and taking subtle cues from the pristine nature of the Pacific Coast it calls home, the treatment menu focuses on immersive, holistic experiences that go beyond the typical.

Take, for instance, The Orrin Ritual. The 90-minute treatment begins with a luxurious full-body scrub (made in-house from sea salt and natural essential oils) to exfoliate and energize. From there, guests indulge in a private steam shower, where the salt is washed away to reveal buttery-soft skin. Afterwards, a therapist performs a whole-body massage using anti-inflammatory CBD oil from local wellness company Enhance Arts. Post-treatment—flushed and calm like a baby after a warm evening bath—guests are led to the quiet lounge for hot tea and light snacks.

If Orrin Spa is any indication of the intentional luxury to come with the future Park Hyatt, Vancouver is in very good hands.

Feature image courtesy of Hyatt.