Shangri-Spa
Toads	1
Not-Bottomless Holes	5
Collectible Treasures	9
? Blocks	8
Enemies	Snifits Koopa Troopas Chargin' Chucks Goombas Spike Tops Hammer Bros Sumo Bro Boss Sumo Bro

“We have a lot on our plate, but for now? All we have to do is soak in the hot springs and collect stamps.”

—Olivia,Paper Mario: The Origami King

Shangri-Spa (also formatted asShangri Spa)^[1] is a location inPaper Mario: The Origami King. It serves as the main setting for the greenstreamer district and features a total of five hot springs, which are theSpring of Purification, theSpring of Bliss, theSpring of Sanctuary, theSpring of Jungle Mist, and the infamousSpring of Rainbows. Additional features of Shangri-Spa include an entrance, a front desk, a central plaza with a fountain, and a banquet hall that has been crushed byBowser's Castle. The existence of Shangri-Spa is hinted by messages on statues of itsresident Toads found on various islands inthe Great Sea.

The name of Shangri-Spa is a pun on "Shangri-La."

History[edit]

Right after defeatingTape atop theSea Tower and destroying the purple streamer's spool,Mario must use theMagic Circles in the area to access the fourVellumental idols. He must then hammer a red button on each idol to makes it rotate toward a center platform; once all four idols are facing the platform, each fires a beam from its mouth. The beams merge and creates a beacon of light on the platform that warps Mario andOlivia up to the entrance to Shangri-Spa.

Olivia suggests they follow the green streamer through the clouds that part to reveal an entrance hall, which appropriately reads "Paradise Found" (a reference to the 1667 epic poemParadise Lost by John Milton). Inside, there areToads who welcome them. Mario must head to the front desk and speak to the receptionist, who requests a 1,000-coin "donation" fee to get started. He then gives them access to four of the five springs offered at the resort, as well as theStamp Card. Mario must use the stamping station at each spring after using it to fill out the card.

Bowser's Castle destroys the Shangri-Spa Banquet Hall

As Mario and Olivia exit the entrance hall, they findKamek, who informs the two ofBowser's second capture and howBowser's Castle fell from the sky and onto the resort, crushing the banquet hall. Suddenly, a Toad comes out, angry at Kamek for destroying the banquet hall, ruining several reservations and prompting him to charge several fees. Kamek teams up with Mario and Olivia and directs them through the central plaza, which is full ofBowser's minions cleaning the spa. He leads the two to the castle, which is in ruins. Mario and Olivia head toward the castle, but are forced to retreat whenBoss Sumo Bro appears on its cloud and almost strikes them with lightning. Just then,Bowser Jr. appears, trying to rescue his father. He races toward the castle only to be cut into pieces byScissors, weakening him and his clown car. Mario, Olivia, and Kamek take the dismembered pieces of Bowser Jr. to the Spring of Purification, which pieces Bowser Jr. back together, but leaves him creased, folded, and dirty. The group then takes him to the Spring of Bliss and the Spring of Sanctuary.

After using all four springs, Bowser Jr. is smoothed out and cleaned, although he loses his color and energy from soaking in the Spring of Jungle Mist for too long. Fortunately, at this point, Mario can speak to the receptionist at the front desk to receive aSpring of Rainbows - VIP in exchange for the completed Stamp Card. This is used as a ticket to gain access to the exclusive and secludedSpring of Rainbows, located off to the west of the plaza.

After Bowser Jr. is finally restored to normal, he flies Kamek, Mario, and Olivia up to Boss Sumo Bro's cloud. Mario defeats Boss Sumo Bro, clearing the path to Bowser's Castle. Before entering the castle, Kamek uses the spa intercom to rally the minions to take back the castle.

Layout[edit]

The entrance hall

The first area of the resort, the entrance, is small with a simple bridge connecting to a building that serves as an entrance hall. Here, Mario can use the light beacon to return to the top of theSea Tower at any time. Inside the entrance hall is a line ofwhite Toads wearing wings and togas with one particular Toad at the front desk who works as the receptionist. There is a statue behind him resembling one of the many seen inthe Great Sea; additionally, all of the other Toads here recite "Seek and ye shall find" and "Come, follow me to paradise", each of which are quotes inscribed in the statues.

In the northwest corner of the entrance hall is a miniature model of what appears to be theSuper Marino - the Toad next to it labels it the "Spa Marino", used to guide guests toDiamond Island. Mario can ask him for an extended story. The Toad then goes on about a legend of how the Spa Marino was stolen byCaptain T. Ode, who gave it toKing Shroomses in exchange for his crown. However, as one of the resort's most prestigious visitors, the king conspired to have him successfully captured and frozen.Olivia comments this must have cooled him down, making him kinder to the others.

In the southwest corner of the entrance hall is a statue with a sign calling it "Shan". In the southeast corner is a statue with a sign reading "Gri-spa" - saying these messages together sounds like saying "Shangri-Spa". Next to this statue is a mural from King Shroomses as a gift for the resort's service. To the right of the entrance hall is aWarp Pipe that serves as a shortcut between Shangri-Spa andMusée Champignon inToad Town.

A map of Shangri-Spa

The central plaza of Shangri-Spa, withBowser's Castle in the background

To the left of the entrance hall is theSpring of Purification, effective for rips and tears. Nearby is the stamp station for this hot spring, which Mario is able to use immediately after soaking in it. Outside the building, a white brick path leads to a bridge connecting to a central plaza with a fountain. There are signs noting the main locations of the spa just outside the entrance hall and in the plaza. From the plaza, there are other bridges leading to other hot springs. TheSpring of Bliss is east of the plaza, theSpring of Sanctuary is south of the plaza, and theSpring of Jungle Mist is off far northwest of the plaza in its own location. The banquet hall is normally north of the plaza, but was crushed byBowser's Castle and surrounded by rubble. TheSpring of Rainbows is hidden away west of the plaza and can only be accessed after earning theSpring of Rainbows - VIP ticket; its location on the map is also obscured.

All the hot springs in the area fully restore Mario's HP if he soaks in them.

Shop[edit]

Two shop stands ran by Snifits can be found in the west end of Shangri-Spa.

Legendary Items[edit]

This stand is available after pulling out the yellow Snifit stuck in the bridge leading to the Spring of Jungle Mist.

Image	Item	Price
	Legendary Boots	2100
	Legendary Hammer	2220

Souvenirs[edit]

This stand is available after speaking to the blue Snifit sitting on top of the stand.

Image	Item	Price
	Flashy Mushroom	800
	Shangri-Spa Toad	24800
	Legendary Iron Boots[a]	2200

Collectibles[edit]

NOTE: Some collectibles are found in areas that are inaccessible until returning later; these entries are highlighted in beige. Items not included here: Confetti and random coins from hammering random objects, items from shops (accessory and items shops) and coffee from café.

Field/Given/Objects[edit]

Item	Location	Image
10-Coin and100-Coin	In the two holes found under the bushes left of the Spring of Sanctuary.
	12 10-Coins and 4 100-Coins are on the roof of the Spring of Bliss.
100-Coin	In the hole found above the shop stands in the west.
	In the back of the Spring of Bliss.
	Just before the bridge leading to the Spring of Jungle Mist, Mario must ride the other lift, which takes him southwest to a small floating platform with 12 100-Coins and a treasure chest.
Coin Bag	In the hole found near the lounging chairs in the west of the plaza.
Legendary Boots	In the hole hidden behind the stamp stand in front of the Spring of Bliss.
Max UP Heart	Mario has to hit the blue parasol in the main plaza, revealing a Snifit shopkeeper who will sell him the heart for 10,000 coins.
Membership Cards (bronze, silver, gold)	Given by the shopkeeper in the item shop after spending 5000, 30000 and 500000 Coins respectively. Can be missed if claimed somewhere else.
Spring of Rainbows - VIP	Given by the receptionist in exchange for the filled out Stamp Card. Required to progress.
Stamp Card	Bought at the reception for 1000 Coins. Required to progress.

Hidden Toads[edit]

Form	Description	Image
1 Hidden Toad
	Behind the entrance hall to Shangri-Spa is a satellite office, where the localSensor Lab Toad can be found jammed into the fax machine. After being freed, Mario can fax travel to and from Shangri-Spa.

Not-Bottomless Holes[edit]

Description	Necessity	Image
5 Holes
Down the steps behind the entrance hall building is a Not-Bottomless Hole Mario must fill in to reveal as a door to aSensor Lab satellite office.	Optional
Behind the bushes all the way on the northeast side of the plaza is a very small lift which takes Mario to a Not-Bottomless Hole serving as the door to a coffee shop.	Optional
There is a Not-Bottomless Hole in the wall next to the chest containing Collectible Treasure #96: Water Vellumental Idol.	Optional
There is a Not-Bottomless Hole on a blue pipe behind theSpring of Bliss, from which cold water is leaking from. After defeating aHammer Bro who is guarding this hole, Mario is required to fill it in to direct cold water into the hot spring.	Required
The final Not-Bottomless Hole is found within the ruins of the banquet hall.	Optional

Collectible Treasures[edit]

Treasure	Description	Image
9 treasures
Earth Vellumental Idol	In a treasure chest behind the entrance hall building. It is guarded by aHammer Bro and is next to the steps leading to aSensor Lab.
Water Vellumental Idol	Mario must walk through the gap in the southwest corner of the plaza to find a small ledge with a treasure chest.
Fire Vellumental Idol	There is a small, hidden tunnel below aHammer Bro leading to a lift which in turn leads to a small floating platform with a treasure chest.
Ice Vellumental Idol	There is a cracked pillar in the ruins of Bowser's Castle and the banquet hall Mario must hammer to knock over, allowing him to get onto the right side of the castle, where there is a chest.
Water Buckets	Just before the bridge leading to the Spring of Jungle Mist, Mario must ride the other lift, which takes him southwest to a small floating platform with100-Coins and a treasure chest.
Sea Tower	Must be purchased from aSpike on the northwest side of the plaza for 10,000 coins (20,000 if bought after removing the green streamer).
Shangri-Spa Fountain	Must be purchased from aShy Guy on the northeast side of the plaza for 10,000 coins (20,000 if bought after removing the green streamer).
Shangri-Spa Toad	Must be purchased from theSnifit vendor for 24,800 coins (if no membership discount is equipped).
Boss Sumo Bro Cloud	Required:DefeatBoss Sumo Bro After gaining access toBowser's Castle, there is a detour to the left of the entrance with a dark-gray panel and aHidden Block above, containing a collectible treasure of the Boss Sumo Bro.

? Blocks[edit]

Hidden	Item	Description	Image
8 blocks
	Coin Bag	To the right of the entrance to Shangri-Spa, there is a ? Block in the shade.
	Legendary Hammer	A ? Block can be found tucked away to the left of theSpring of Purification within the main entrance building.
	Coin Bag×2	Behind the main entrance, there are two ? Blocks hidden by trees and guarded by aHammer Bro.
	Coin Bag	To the right of theSpring of Sanctuary, a ? Block is tucked away at the edge of the floating island.
	Coin Bag	Near the entrance to the path toSpring of Rainbows, another ? Block is found on an elevated ledge.
	Coin Bag	Near the broken, muddy section of wall in front ofBowser's Castle, there is a ledge with a ? Block resting below a tree.
	Collectible Treasure#103	Required:Defeat theBoss Sumo Bro After gaining access toBowser's Castle, there is a detour to the left of the entrance with a dark-gray panel and a Hidden Block above, containing a collectible treasure of the Boss Sumo Bro.

Gallery[edit]

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  A path to Shangri-Spa seen from atop theSea Tower

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  Bird's eye view of Shangri-Spa

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  Bird's eye view of Shangri-Spa with the greenstreamer

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  Bird's eye view of Shangri-Spa after clearing the green streamer

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  TheSpring of Bliss

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  TheSpring of Sanctuary occupied byGoombas

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  Musée Champignon Art Gallery No. 95: Shangri-Spa

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  Musée Champignon Art Gallery No. 96: Shangri-Spa Early Sketch

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  Musée Champignon Art Gallery No. 97: Shangri-Spa Entrance

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  Musée Champignon Art Gallery No. 98: Shangri-Spa Early Interior

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  Musée Champignon Art Gallery No. 99: Shangri-Spa Misc.

Names in other languages[edit]

Notes[edit]

• There was aglitch involving both theStamp Card and theSpring of Rainbows - VIP which wouldsoftlock the game if the player saved after performing the glitch, requiring the player to start over. If Mario traded the Stamp Card for the Spring of Rainbows - VIP from the receptionist at the front desk, unlocked the Spring of Rainbows, then returned to the front desk and spoke to the receptionist, something strange would happen. The receptionist would ask for the Stamp Card, which is no longer in the player's inventory. Additionally, the Spring of Rainbows cannot be entered due to the player not having the Spring of Rainbows - VIP either. This glitch has been patched since version 1.0.1. and any save files that were affected were fixed to allow the player to continue the story.

References[edit]

• Sky areas
• Paper Mario: The Origami King locations

• Articles with unsourced foreign names