The Alton Towers Spa is offering guests the chance to treat their best friend to a luxurious spa day for free, with an amazing two-for-one offer on spa days booked during National Spa Week, taking place from 17th to 23rd September.

With the special offer price of just £99 for two people, guests to Alton Towers Spa can totally unwind with a fantastic range of treatments and relaxation. The luxury spa day package includes;

- Enjoy 6 hours in the tranquil setting of the Aqua Relaxation Rooms

- Traditional back massage - de-stress your body with this back, neck and shoulder massage

- Elemis Taster Facial - this introductory facial is a 'quick fix' uniquely designed for maximum results
- A delicious Spa lunch in the Secret Garden Restaurant
- Complimentary herbal tea to relax and unwind
- All robes, towels and slippers are provided for the ultimate in luxury whilst you relax in the stunning conservatory environment

Nestled inside the Alton Towers Hotel, the Spa is the perfect place to unwind.

Offering a wide variety of treatments from bespoke, luxury massages to the latest facial techniques courtesy of Elemis, the Alton Towers Spa has something for everyone. As well as bespoke treatments, you can enjoy the nautical themed Relaxation rooms which offer a pool, Crystal Steam Room, Meditation Room and beautiful Roman Sauna.

Why not extend your trip to Alton Towers Spa and book in to one of the fantastically themed hotels at Alton Towers Resort? As well as Britain's number one theme park, Alton Towers Resort is home to a splash-tastic indoor waterpark and plenty of dining and entertainment options, including Extraordinary Golf.

For more information on the Alton Towers Spa, visit www.altontowers.com/spa

This exclusive 2-4-1 offer is only £99, available Monday to Friday. Guests must book by 23rd September 2012 and packages must be taken before 1st December 2012.

Book now on 0871 702 7043. (Calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras).

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Notes to editors:

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS is the leading name in location-based, family entertainment, and has seen the most successful and dynamic growth of any company in the sector over the last five years. Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates 89 attractions, seven hotels/two holiday villages in 19 countries and across four continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its 46 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and more than 17,000 employees.  Among Merlin's attractions are  - SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, The EDF Energy London Eye, Dungeons, Gardaland, LEGOLAND Discovery Centres, Alton Towers Resort, Warwick Castle, THORPE PARK, Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Blackpool Tower, Heide Park, Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney, Sydney Tower Eye and SKYWALK, Siam Ocean World and Busan Aquarium.  All brands which are distinctive, challenging and innovative - and which have great potential for growth in the future. Visit www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.

For further information please contact: Annika Ostle Annika.Ostle@alton-towers.com