Spa Riviera takes the big leap, moves to prime location in SM

A dynamic business that is sensitive to the needs of its market continuously adjusts its pricing, products, and location while also balancing costs. One such business is Spa Riviera, who after 20 years in the hospitality industry has taken a big leap by transferring all of its spa operations from their old headquarters in General Luna to a prime lifestyle destination - SM City Iloilo.

Answers the needs of the community

Now carrying the name Spa Riviera Prime, the new headquarters of Iloilo’s premier spa boasts of amenities that satisfy the needs of its old and new clientele.

Because it is located in the mall, Spa Riviera Prime is more accessible compared to its former location wherein parking and loading/unloading of vehicles have become a challenge. 

There are three ways to reach the spa. First is going directly to SM Southpoint and taking the escalator to reach the second floor. Second is taking the bridge that connects the main building's cinema area to SM Southpoint. Third is through a bridge connecting Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo Hotel to SM Southpoint.

SM City Iloilo attracts people from all walks of life and people of all ages. Spa Riviera’s pioneer and long-time clients will find using the mall’s escalator more convenient than taking the stairs. 

The spa’s growing young clientele who have a hectic lifestyle can find everything they need in the mall - food, shopping, meetings, parking space, garden, and relaxation at the spa, among others.

Spa Riviera Prime Amenities

“Spa Riviera Prime occupies 260 meters on the second floor of SM Southpoint and it can accommodate 30 clients at one time. It has rooms for couples and groups as well as a section for females and another section for males,” said Anna Marie Rivera-Wharton, chief executive officer. 

“While waiting for their turn, clients can still do their errands or just simply enjoy the view of the mall’s garden and the fountain. The spa is operating on full capacity starting from 11 am and can still accept clients up to 11 pm. Exciting day-time promos (from 11 am to 4 pm) are something to look forward to in Spa Riviera Prime as well,” she added.

Rivera-Wharton revealed that she had been eyeing the new location three years ago before deciding to open Spa Riviera Prime. “The spa was already doing exhibits and we even rented a space at the north wing of the mall,” she explained.

“For three years, we have learned the dynamics of our clients in this area. So, when SM Leasing Department presented this opportunity to us, we thought long and hard and finally decided to take the big leap - opening Spa Riviera Prime,” she further stated. “Us” refers to Rivera-Wharton, her daughter Anja and her management team who played a big role in the success of Spa Riviera.

“We foresee our future serving the biggest generation of the century, the millennials. We understand that the market and their needs have drastically changed. As a pioneer in the spa industry in Iloilo, I felt that the change came sooner than expected.”

“We are excited about this generation. We are excited about our future,” she concluded./

Connect with Spa Riviera Prime

Facebook: Spa Riviera - Official
Instagram: @sparivieraprime

Spa Riviera's founder with Ruby Guimaray, spa director of operations