Refuge and Recovery – Aurora Spa and Bathhouse by Woods Bagot

Capturing a modern take on traditional bathing, Aurora Spa and Bathhouse offers a connected experience between thermal wellness and luxury accommodation. Located in Sorrento, this latest edition to the Continental Hotel redesign by Woods Bagot encourages guests to become immersed in a place of refuge and recovery.

Stepping inside, one encounters a gently lit subterranean sanctuary that is inspired by a 10-step ancient bathing ritual. Woods Bagot drew from the surrounding coastline and European bathing techniques to create an architectural response that balances a diverse range of treatments with therapeutic spaces. To achieve this, the materiality evokes a sense of connection to the design’s epicurean roots with terrazzo finishes and brass accents. Similarly, a copper-clad entry counter and copper-clad artworks were selected to reflect the metal’s antibacterial properties and positive associations with water.

Woods Bagot drew from the surrounding coastline and European bathing techniques to create an architectural response that balances a diverse range of treatments with therapeutic spaces.

Facilities include mineral pools, a cold plunge pool, a timber-lined sauna, steam room and more. Atmospherically removed from the busy world above, Aurora Spa and Bathhouse offers guests a tranquil place of retreat.