2023 is set to be a big year for luxury hotel and spa The Grove in Hertfordshire, UK. Just in time for its 20th anniversary, The Grove will complete the final phase of an extensive three-year property-wide refurbishment in April.

The grand re-opening will unveil the multi-phase refurbishment of the hotel’s Sequoia Spa and mark the launch of premium spa and skincare brand Bamford at The Grove.

Bamford will become the destination’s leading spa product house as well as the exclusive amenity provider in all rooms, suites and communal areas of the hotel. In addition, the refreshed spa will be complete with a new treatment menu, showcasing Bamford’s signature rituals, massages and facials, with treatments bespoke to the spa.

A new chapter for Sequoia Spa

In 2022, all areas of the Hertfordshire spa, besides treatment rooms, received a comprehensive refresh following input from London-based interior and design studio, Studio Jill.

New facilities at the spa included a members’ lounge, a relaxation lounge, two experience showers, a new poolside steamroom, a men’s sauna and steamroom and an additional wellness pool within the ladies-only area.

The outdoor spa terrace also received new furniture and guests can visit a newly refurbished dining space with an outdoor courtyard and a dedicated Sequoia Kitchen menu.

Refreshed accommodationIn addition to the spa, the expansive overhaul has also seen the five-star hotel's mansion rooms and suites refreshed by Martin Hulbert Design.

Hotel manager Joanna Barnett said: “The mansion refurbishment and completion of Sequoia Spa with Bamford as the new product house is the final piece to a long-term project we’re exceptionally proud of.

“We look back at the last 20 years fondly and ahead to all the unforgettable memories and experiences we can’t wait to create for our guests, in this 20th year and all the years to come.”

Dating back to the 16th Century, the new-look mansion will be home to nine signature suites and 16 bedrooms. The re-imagined interiors of the suites will blend antique and contemporary styles and will make the most of the original Georgian features, including mouldings, ornate fireplaces and curved bay windows with views over the surrounding countryside.

Bridging the gap between the house and the gardens, Martin Hulbert Design has chosen three colour schemes for the suites: terracotta, blue and green.