50 of The World’s Best Spa Resorts & Wellness Retreats to Visit in 2026
By The Luxury Spa EditWhether you’re seeking detox, stress management, holistic pampering, spiritual renewal or just some much-needed rest and rejuvenation we’ve got it covered. Here’s The Luxury Spa Edit’s pick of the very best spa hotels and resorts, wellness retreats and medical spas to add to your bucket list for 2026.
Best for Detox, Gut Health, Longevity & Cutting-Edge Treatments
Lanserhof, Austria & Germany
Lanserhof’s trio of exceptional retreats—Lans in Tyrol, Austria, and Sylt and Lake Tegernsee in Germany—seamlessly blends naturopathy with advanced medical science. Each Lanserhof location offers a sanctuary of profound calm and rejuvenation, where guests can restore their energy and vitality.
The Lanserhof Concept unites the wisdom of traditional naturopathy with cutting-edge medical advancements, integrating energy medicine, psychology, and chronomedicine to promote holistic healing for the body, mind, and spirit. At the heart of the experience is the renowned Lanserhof Cure, a fasting method refined over three decades to support the complete regeneration of the gut and digestive system.
Your journey begins with an in-depth diagnostic evaluation by the Lanserhof medical team. Based on these insights, your doctor crafts a personalized treatment plan emphasizing gentle detoxification, purification, and deacidification to awaken your body’s innate self-healing mechanisms. The approach combines a carefully curated range of therapies tailored to guide you on your unique path to recovery.
Enhancing the healing process are bespoke exercise regimens, the innovative Lanserhof Energy Cuisine, and a comprehensive physical therapy program. For those seeking the ultimate care for their gut health and overall well-being, Lanserhof offers an unparalleled retreat experience.
Chenot Palace Weggis, Lucerne, Switzerland
Chenot’s flagship luxury wellness retreat, Chenot Palace Weggis provides cutting-edge health innovation on the serene shores of Lake Lucerne at the foot of the stunning Swiss Alps.
At its heart is its state-of-the-art 5,000 sqm wellness spa offering facilities such as cryotherapy and an altitude training room, alongside restorative spaces such as the retreat’s tranquil gardens and the indoor pool with panoramic views across the lake and mountains.
Every stay begins with in-depth medical consultation, followed by a personalised set of diagnostics and a customised treatment and diet plan tailored to your health goals. Recommended treatments include massage and bioenergetics, supported by the renowned Chenot Method®, an array of treatments and detoxification techniques developed from more than 50 years of research, which aims to holistically promote physical and mental health. It’s based on five pillars – diagnostic testing and personal consultation, the gourmet, plant-based Chenot Diet®, hydrotherapy, phytotherapy and Chinese medicine. Signature programmes range from the seven-day Advanced Detox to shorter health optimisation retreats, all tailored to individual goals.
Guests stay in chic rooms and suites designed to promote deep relaxation, many with lake and Alpine views. Chenot Palace Weggis delivers a highly refined approach to health, vitality and longevity.
Park Igls Medical Spa Resort, Tyrol, Austria
Situated in the heart of the Austrian Alps near Innsbruck, Park Igls is a pioneering destination built around the principles of Modern Mayr Medicine.
This extremely sophisticated retreat delivers personalised programmes in a medically supervised environment aimed at holistically cleansing, revitalising and rebalancing the body through nutrition, advanced diagnostics and curated spa treatments. Guests begin with a comprehensive medical consultation, after which bespoke plans are created to address the likes of weight management, burnout recovery, detoxification, stress management and musculoskeletal health.
The resort’s extensive spa includes an indoor pool with panoramic views, multiple sauna and steam experiences, a Kneipp hydrotherapy circuit, infrared cabins and a well-equipped gym, and guests are encouraged to immerse themselves in nature through daily guided walks, forest bathing and outdoor fitness sessions. There are over 40 weekly activities to choose from including yoga, fitness classes, mountain hiking and cookery sessions, with skiing available in winter.
Accommodation is elegantly understated with each room enjoying mountain or garden views and meals are tailored to your treatment plan, following an eight-stage Modern Mayr framework that supports digestive health with gourmet seasonal cuisine. Park Igls combines cutting-edge medical diagnostics with luxury in a tranquil atmosphere.
RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand
RAKxa is more than a wellness retreat—it’s a pathway to complete harmony, where body, mind, and lifestyle are seamlessly aligned. Each guest embarks on a personalized journey to lasting well-being, crafted through the resort’s state-of-the-art integrative diagnostics.
RAKxa’s holistic programs blend the precision of modern medical science with the wisdom of ancient traditions. Combining technology with timeless practices, each wellness journey is thoughtfully designed to uncover what your body and mind need to thrive, guiding you back to balance.
The seven or ten-night Gut Health Programme places your digestive system—your “second brain”—at the center of its focus. Addressing vital functions like digestion, nutrient absorption, and elimination, the program integrates traditional therapies such as therapeutic heat, herbal remedies, acupuncture, and abdominal massage with cutting-edge procedures like clinical colon hydrotherapy. Nutritional cuisine tailored to support gut health plays a pivotal role, aiming to rebalance your microbiome and “restore balance through food.” Central to this is the principle of synbiotics, a synergistic combination of prebiotics and probiotics that fosters optimal digestive health.
RAKxa’s Gut Health Programme nurtures your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being within its three specialized wellness centers, each under the expert guidance of a highly skilled medical team.
SHA Wellness, Spain & Mexico
SHA’s mission is to empower individuals to achieve optimal health, unlocking their full physical, mental, and spiritual potential. With flagship clinics in Spain and Mexico, and a third location set to open in AlJurf, UAE, this year, SHA redefines luxury wellness with cutting-edge spa retreats.
More than a haven for relaxation, SHA offers meticulously designed programs targeting detoxification, performance enhancement, preventative health, and longevity. Each programme is tailored to help guests achieve their unique health goals while restoring balance and vitality.
At the original SHA Wellness Clinic in Alicante, Spain, the Gut Health Pack provides a comprehensive reset for digestive wellness. Guests undergo an in-depth evaluation of their gut health, followed by targeted therapies such as intestinal ozone therapy, visceral osteopathy, and emotional eating sessions. This “intestinal MOT” enhances gut microbiota and emotional well-being through an integrative approach.
Every SHA programme is built on the foundation of the SHA Method, a multidimensional framework encompassing healthy nutrition, natural therapies, preventive medicine, advanced aesthetics, cognitive stimulation, emotional health, inner balance, and physical performance. This holistic yet practical approach is proven to deliver transformative results, making SHA a leader in the pursuit of optimal health.
Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland
First opened in 1931, Clinique La Prairie still pays homage to its founder, Dr Paul Niehans, and his pioneering work in the fields of anti-ageing and cellular therapy. The very definition of a pioneering medical wellness retreat, Clinique La Prairie is global leader in medical wellbeing. It’s philosophy is to combine innovative scientific advances with holistic wellness to provide world-class treatments and wellness therapies.
If you’re craving a deep, results-orientated experience, Clinique La Prairie is the place to come. It employs more than 50 medical specialists and programmes range from a week-long revitalisation to weight management sessions, all in a luxurious, five-star setting. Overlooking Lake Geneva in Montreux, the facilities are jaw dropping, with 12 treatment rooms surrounded by Kneipp and hydrotherapy circuits, indoor and vitality pools, a hammam, steam room, sauna and ice waterfall. Experiences unique to the brand include Neuro Wave Stimulation, which is joined by Ayurveda-inspired rituals and non-invasive, rejuvenative treatments includes facial lifting and body remodelling.
Clinique La Prairie leaves no stone unturned in its quest for wellness – every guest receives a complete medical evaluation, tailor-made menus and exercise plans, plus a programme of results-oriented wellness and aesthetic treatments. The aim? To make you an ‘architect of your own vitality’ and ensure you leave with a new state of mind and enhanced physical wellness.
Palace Merano, Italy
We love a spa with a good back story, and Palace Merano has one of the best in the business. This is the medical spa where dietician Henri Chenot developed world famous Chenot Method, which combines traditional Chinese medicine with state-of-the-art tech and a 360˚ approach to wellness. Often described as the founding father of the wellness movement, Chenot originated this palace retreat 50 years ago, and it’s lost none of its magic.
Flanked on three sides by the snow-capped Dolomites, Palace Merano offer uber-luxurious facilities and even has its own microclimate. Now run by medical director Dr Massimiliano Mayrhofer, you’ll be analysed with a battery of high-tech diagnostic tests, looking at everything from your vascular health to your pulse. Any Imbalances and deficiencies detected are then used to create the blueprint for your bespoke wellness programme, based on the Chenot pillars of a clean diet, lymphatic drainage and exercise. Palace Merano isn’t about a cosmetic experience, it’s about better health for life.
In 2023, the 1,200sqm spa was given a complete overhaul, and now offers massages, mud hydrotherapy, intravenous vitamin infusions and activity treatments, as well as gym sessions and floatation therapy. Most people opt for the six-day signature Revital Detox for Longevity – an intense and holistic programme aimed at efficiently eliminating toxins. It’s based around a daily hydrotherapy and massage routines, hot mud wraps and a restricted but delicious plant-based diet.
Palace Merano ticks all the boxes if you’re searching for a deeply restorative and transformative reset in plush surroundings.
Villa Eden – The Private Retreat, South Tyrol, Italy
A discreet adults-only wellness sanctuary set in the picturesque Alpine landscape of Merano, South Tyrol, Villa Eden – The Private Retreat oozes exclusivity. The Leading Hotels of the World partner offers the ultimate in personalised luxury with just 25 sumptuously decorated suites.
The Longevity Spa is at the heart of the retreat, where tailored programmes are dedicated to enhancing physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through comprehensive medical assessments, detox plans, anti-ageing therapies and bespoke fitness, yoga and mindfulness sessions. Wellness at Villa Eden is combines advanced therapies such as ozone and mesotherapy with holistic treatments, tailored nutrition and movement to support energy, balance and inner calm. Guests can enjoy a range of restorative facilities including a pool, steam bath, cryotherapy, saunas and specialised treatment rooms.
The retreat’s gourmet cuisine is created by in-house nutrition experts and physicians to support health without sacrificing flavour, with every element of the Villa Eden experience designed to promote longevity, mental wellness and renewal.
If you’re looking for privacy, exclusivity and a high-end wellness experience in the lap of luxury, look no further.
Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy
Nestled within an eight-hectare private park overlooking the medieval spa town of Fiuggi, Palazzo Fiuggi blends centuries-old holistic traditions with cutting-edge Western medicine.
The legendary thermal waters of Fiuggi are at the heart of the experience. Renowned for their restorative properties, these waters are said to have soothed even Michelangelo. Known for alleviating digestive and kidney issues and rebalancing the immune system, guests are encouraged to both drink the water and immerse themselves in the therapeutic Thalasso pools.
Palazzo Fiuggi’s facilities are a testament to its commitment to wellness. Highlights include an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a Roman spa pool, and the three-part Hydro Cure, featuring mud treatments and revitalizing blitz showers. The retreat also offers a saline and magnesium density pool, as well as therapies incorporating sound, crystal, and light. Guests can indulge in an array of massages, face and body rituals, Hammam experiences, and chakra-focused treatments.
With its opulent history and modern wellness innovation, Palazzo Fiuggi has reimagined itself as a state-of-the-art integrative health retreat. From serious wellness programs to gourmet cuisine and profound results, it stands as the grand dame of spa destinations, where tradition meets transformation.
Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Al Ruwais, Qatar
Overlooking the sapphire waters of the Arabian Gulf on Qatar’s northern coast, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som is an holistic wellness destination that blends the ancient wisdom of Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine with a holistic Thai approach, using contemporary therapeutic practices to nurture mind, body and spirit.
A vast resort, it offers two distinct offerings: Zulal Serenity, an adults-only sanctuary for those seeking deep health and lifestyle renewal, and Zulal Discovery, for families looking to share meaningful wellbeing journeys together. Both Serenity and Discovery guests can enjoy luxurious rooms offering stunning views and chic interiors. The experience is completed by the comprehensive Zulal Wellness Resort, which can address every aspect of your mind and body, from personalised fitness to holistic wellbeing and family bonding activities.
Guests begin with personalised consultations before embarking on tailored programmes spanning fitness, holistic health, spa therapies, nutrition and aesthetic treatments. Extensive wellness facilities include hydrothermal suites, plunge pools, yoga and fitness studios and 64 treatment rooms for bespoke rituals. With its culturally rooted approach and world-class service, Zulal provides a transformative retreat.
L’Albereta Relais & Chateaux, Erbusco, Italy
L’Albereta Relais & Châteaux in Lombardy is a sublime luxury spa hotel set among the rolling hills and vineyards near the romantic Lake Iseo. Owned and run by the Moretti family, at its heart is Espace Chenot, a medical wellness spa dedicated to The Chenot Method®, blending advanced Western diagnostics with traditional healing philosophies to support detoxification, vitality and overall wellbeing.
The only Chenot Method® destination in Italy, the 2,000 m² spa features a comprehensive team of doctors, therapists, dieticians and specialists who create personalised programmes ranging from three to seven-day regimens to promote balance, energy and renewed health.
Treatments follow individual health screenings and may include hydro-aromatherapy, phyto-mud therapy, hydro-jet sessions, bespoke massages and a nourishing Chenot Biolight diet. Facilities encompass hydrotherapy and fitness areas, indoor pools, sauna, steam and Turkish baths, plus dedicated treatment suites.
Rooms are spacious with refined, tasteful decor and the gourmet food celebrates local seasonal ingredients, many grown in the hotel’s own garden, and Italian cuisine, with fine wines from the Moretti family’s own cellars.
All housed within an graceful 19th Century villa, L’Albereta Relais & Châteaux oozes tranquillity, homely comfort and old-world charm making it an enchanting wellness destination.
VIVAMAYR Medical Health Resort, Maria Wörth, Austria
Based on the traditional diagnostics and therapies of Dr .FX. Mayr, VIVAMAYR’s detoxification and regeneration programme aims to optimise your digestive health, boost your immune system and restore your body to balance.
What makes the VIVAMAYR Health Concept so effective is that it’s 100% personalised and individualised, so after a full medical consultation you’ll receive a holistic diagnosis, and a health and dietary treatment plan that’s just for you. Nutrition, movement and mental strength are at the heart of VIVAMAYR so you’ll receive tailored treatment programmes, focused on re-activating your body’s self-healing powers, and always be supported by a team doctors and therapists.
Gut health is the order of the day at VIVAMAYR, so you can select targeted programmes from weight optimisation to stress reduction, depending on your needs. These are then individually adapted to your needs throughout your journey to ensure you leave feeling healthier and you gut has had some serious pampering.
Best for Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness & Holistic Health
Six Senses Vana, India
Six Senses Vana is a tranquil haven nestled in the Himalayan foothills, designed for rebalancing, healing, and self-discovery. Perfect for a solo wellness retreat, it offers a space to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself, others, and nature. At Six Senses Vana, you’re invited to “come as you are” and leave as a better version of yourself, embracing simplicity and rediscovering joy in life’s small pleasures.
The retreat, spanning 21 serene acres near Dehradun, India, takes its name from “Vana,” meaning forest, and is surrounded by the lush Sal Forest reserves and near Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga. Each guest’s journey is thoughtfully tailored, combining ancient traditions such as Ayurveda and Tibetan Medicine with modern complementary therapies. Guests are encouraged to set an intention for their stay, which becomes the guiding light for their transformative experience. The mantra here: come as you are; leave renewed.
The Wellness Centre features a steam room, ice shower, Watsu pool, hot tub, gym, yoga studios, and a meditation cave. Upon arrival, guests undergo a wellness consultation and screening, after which a team of experts crafts a personalized plan to align with their goals. Intention-driven programs are available for longer stays, targeting areas like weight management, stress relief, sleep improvement, or breaking harmful habits. For a profound experience, the 21-night Ayurveda Panchakarma program follows a meticulous five-step process to restore balance and energy.
Whether you choose an immersive program or a shorter retreat, Six Senses Vana offers a nurturing sanctuary to pause, reflect, and rejuvenate your body and mind. It’s a space of unparalleled peace, where stillness and self-care take center stage—truly a slice of heaven.
Ananda in the Himalayas, India
Set on a sprawling 100-acre estate at the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxurious retreat steeped in history and healing. Once the royal residence of the Maharajah of Tehri Garhwal, this iconic destination overlooks the sacred town of Rishikesh—yoga’s spiritual birthplace. Recognized globally as one of the finest luxury Ayurvedic retreats, Ananda offers an immersive experience into ancient Indian wellness traditions.
Ananda redefines the age-old Indian custom of retreating to the mountains for tranquility and self-discovery. It combines the timeless practices of Ayurveda, yoga, and Vedanta with modern luxury to create an oasis of harmony and balance. Programmes are curated by highly skilled practitioners, including yoga experts from the prestigious Bihar School, ensuring that every guest’s journey is tailored to their individual needs and health goals.
The resort’s dedicated Yoga Programme helps guests embrace the transformative discipline of yoga, focusing on enhancing physical vitality, mental clarity, and spiritual growth. Available in seven or 14-night options, the program is personalized to achieve specific physiological, psychological, or spiritual objectives. For a deeper cleanse, the Yogic Detox Programme—offered in seven, 14, or 21-night durations—utilizes traditional Asanas, Pranayama breathing, and Hatha yogic cleansing techniques to stimulate the organs and prepare the body for detoxification.
With its blend of regal heritage, serene natural surroundings, and holistic healing practices, Ananda provides a comprehensive sanctuary for those seeking to heal, cleanse, relax, and restore balance. Whether your goal is to embrace yoga, detoxify your body, or simply find peace, Ananda in the Himalayas promises an unparalleled wellness experience.
Absolute Sanctuary, Thailand
Absolute Sanctuary takes wellness to new heights with offerings that extend far beyond the ordinary. From traditional Thai massages to detoxifying treatments, the sanctuary places a strong emphasis on natural healing. Its acclaimed detox programme, combined with a broad spectrum of holistic wellness treatments, provides the perfect opportunity to cleanse, heal, and rejuvenate.
Nestled on the breathtaking island of Koh Samui, Thailand’s famed “island of healing,” Absolute Sanctuary specializes in fitness, yoga, Pilates, and core strength. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, it’s an ideal destination for solo reflection and renewal. The retreat offers 22 programs across 15 categories, making it a hub for reconnecting, recharging, revitalizing, and re-energizing. Its expert team includes practitioners skilled in art and sound therapy, astrology, reiki, emotional release, mindfulness, and massage.
Wellness retreats are tailored to a range of goals, from intensive yoga immersions and fitness-focused holidays to anti-stress and burnout recovery packages or comprehensive detox journeys. Each retreat includes a selection of spa treatments and therapies, ensuring a deeply restorative experience. Guests can also make use of the unparalleled spa facilities or explore Koh Samui’s stunning Chaweng and Cheong Mon beaches, with complimentary transfers provided.
For those seeking a tranquil and rejuvenating escape at exceptional value, Absolute Sanctuary delivers a transformative experience in one of the world’s most peaceful settings.
Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand
There’s a special energy at Kamalaya Koh Samui, a tranquil healing hideaway revered for centuries by Buddhist monks as a sanctuary for spiritual retreat. Today the resort offers guests a similarly profound experience that enriches and enlightens.
Kamalaya Koh Samui offers you the opportunity to experience the sacredness of solitude alongside the joy of community. At its heart is a cave once inhabited by Buddhist monks for meditation – a tradition that is continued with the Monk’s Cave, always open for contemplation and meditation.
Kamalaya’s multi-award-winning healing programmes include solutions for everything from stress and burnout to weight control and sleep enhancement. It’s one-to-one Personal Yoga Synergy Retreat offers an experience that includes personal time with a yoga teacher, plus a wellness consultant and a life enhancement mentor. As well as instruction in the physical practices of the Asanas, Pranayamic breathwork and meditation techniques, you’ll learn a sequence to follow at home, delving deeper into challenging asanas and learning to integrate your practices more deeply into a yogic lifestyle.
Suitable for both beginners and experienced yogis, and available for three, five, seven, 14 or 21 days, the programme is adapted to your level and needs. There’s the chance to practice postures to suit your body, and to work with correct alignment around injuries or redress postural imbalances.
Kamalaya transcends the usual spa experience and is a place where you can reconnect with your inner self to rejuvenate your mind and body, while harnessing the healing power of nature.
SwaSwara, Uttar Kannada, India
An oasis-like haven next to Om Beach on the Konkan coastline in western India, SwaSwara is a supremely peaceful wellness retreat where guests can truly reconnect with themselves and nature.
Spread across 26 acres of verdant landscape surrounded by forest with the sea beyond, the resort blends traditional Konkan architecture with eco-sensitive design, featuring rustic villas with open courtyards, private yoga decks and air-conditioned bedrooms that open to the rhythms of the natural world.
Wellness here centres around daily yoga and meditation, Ayurvedic and naturopathic therapies, guided breathwork and creative workshops like pottery and art, all aimed at fostering inner balance and clarity. Food is an integral part of the experience, with thoughtfully prepared seasonal meals crafted from organic farm produce and the local catch of the day, free of refined sugars and processed ingredients.
Excursions, nature walks and mindful activities enhance the sense of peace, making SwaSwara a restorative sanctuary for body, mind and spirit.
The Retreat, Alajuela, Costa Rica
An enchanting wellness retreat built in the middle of the rainforest on a quartz mountain said to have healing energy, The Retreat blends serene luxury with transformational wellbeing journeys designed to nourish body, mind and spirit.
Just 40 minutes from San José and with breathtaking views of lush jungle and the Pacific Ocean, The Retreat offers personalised wellness plans that may include yoga, nature walks, meditation and state-of-the-art treatments at the award-winning 800 square metre Vida Mia Spa, which merges ancient healing practices with innovative therapies and organic remedies in luxurious surroundings.
The spa offers nearly 80 spa services, from signature massages and detox rituals to Ayurveda, sound healing and advanced IV therapies.
The resort’s 25 beautifully appointed rooms and Santosha Luxury Lofts feature soothing décor and striking rainforest vistas, while dining spans four distinctive venues serving vibrant cuisine made from seasonal ingredients, many of which are grown on The Retreat’s own organic farm, with wines and cocktails also on the menu. With its emphasis on holistic renewal and Costa Rica’s natural splendour, The Retreat is an idyllic nature-lovers’ dream destination when it comes to wellness.
Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, Saint Felix, Mauritius
Overlooking the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean on the southern coast of Mauritius, Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa is a luxurious beachfront sanctuary situated in a secluded cove with white sandy beaches surrounded by lush tropical gardens.
Its 7,500sqm wellness complex is one of the largest in the Indian Ocean and alongside the expected relaxation spaces, hydrotherapy pools and hammams, its 25 treatment rooms offer a vast array of authentic Ayurvedic therapies, acupuncture, yoga, reflexology and meditation, guided by specialists trained in traditional Indian healing. After their ‘doshic thumbprint’ has been established, guests can choose from a variety of different treatment programmes including detox, stress relief, sleep recovery and Panchakarma purification, as well as eight styles of complimentary daily yoga.
The resort’s 61 suites and villas are generously sized and thoughtfully designed with panoramic sea views, private terraces and tastefully understated interiors that blend local architecture with modern comfort.
Culinary offerings span several high-end restaurants serving international and Mauritian cuisine with a seasonal emphasis, alongside casual beachside venues and a rum bar with an extensive selection of the amber nectar. With abundant activities available from paddleboarding to golf, Shanti Maurice delivers a rejuvenating island escape grounded in holistic wellbeing.
Euphoria Retreat, Greece
Euphoria Retreat is a standout holistic wellness resort, offering one of Europes’ ultimate healthy holidays. With a focus on transformation, it guides guests on a journey to self-discovery and restoration. The ultimate goal? Achieving a state of euphoria.
Steeped in Mediterranean history, Euphoria Retreat embraces the ancient Hellenic concept of a blissful life. Personalised to each guest, you’ll enjoy experiences based on the principles of Asclepia and Hippocratic medicine coupled with modern techniques. Founder Marina Efraimoglou has created a series of programmes and retreats inspired by Greek and Chinese healing philosophies and enriched by the concept of the five elements – water, wood, fire, earth and metal.
The three, five or seven-day Yoga Retreat at Euphoria promises mindfulness through movement, meditation and healing practices. The programme blends daily private yoga sessions with outdoor movement meditation, Pranayama breathing techniques and healing practices, with the goals of personal empowerment, improved physical strength, better energy levels and spiritual balance.
Euphoria Retreat also has a world-class spa offering ancient healing traditions, energy healing, homeopathic consultations, acupuncture and a range of bodywork. The aim is to nourish, strengthen and inspire each guest so you leave feeling well and ready to continue living well.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru, Maldives
Nestled within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, AyurMa is Four Seasons’ reimagined wellness concept, blending traditional healing with scientific innovation.
Home to expert Ayurvedic physicians, naturopaths and yoga masters, the centre offers bespoke programmes ranging from Panchakarma and sleep diagnostics to immunity boosting and anti-inflammatory protocols. Facilities include sea-view treatment rooms, a yoga pavilion, garden apothecary and an Ayurvedic pharmacy. For a deeper reset, the island’s “Wellness Your Way” concept ensures that nutrition, spa, movement and rest align with your goals.
Guests can choose from beach bungalows nestled in jungle gardens or expansive overwater villas with direct lagoon access. All feature outdoor living spaces, private pools and interiors that fuse Maldivian style with understated luxury.
Best for Stress Management, Self-Discovery, and Transformational Wellbeing
JOALI BEING, Maldives
JOALI BEING redefines the concept of a Maldivian retreat, offering an immersive wellbeing experience that is the first of its kind in the Maldives. Guided by the philosophy of the “joy of living,” every aspect of your stay is crafted to support renewal, self-discovery, and transformational wellbeing.
At the heart of JOALI BEING’s approach are four wellness pillars: mind, skin, microbiome, and energy. These guide all programsmes at the retreat’s herbology and wellness centre, AREKA, where bespoke journeys are created using a fusion of scientific therapies, diagnostic tools, educational workshops, and alternative healing practices. Each guest’s experience begins with an intelligent movement analysis and integrative health assessment to design a unique pathway to balance and vitality.
The herbology studio, AKTAR, offers hands-on workshops where plant-based remedies are tailored to your specific needs. Treatments take place in one of the retreat’s 39 serene therapy spaces. Highlights include the Discovery Sound Path, an outdoor sanctuary featuring nine healing instruments that restore balance through sound therapy, and the Ocean Sala, home to an antigravity yoga pavilion and meditation deck. The Kaashi Hydrotherapy Hall is a sanctuary for sensory restoration, featuring a hydrotherapy pool, sensory deprivation room, banya sauna, Turkish Hammam, Aufguss sauna, salt inhalation room, movement spaces, and dual Watsu pools.
With 11 immersive wellbeing programs, JOALI BEING caters to a wide range of needs, offering solutions for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Beyond its wellness offerings, the resort encapsulates the magic of a Maldivian escape, with secluded island access via seaplane, crystalline lagoons, white sand beaches shaded by coconut palms, and your own personal villa butler to ensure every detail of your stay is flawless.
Fivelements Retreat Bali, Indonesia
Nestled near the Ayung River and surrounded by lush jungle vegetation, Fivelements Retreat Bali is an award-winning, eco-conscious wellness retreat. It offers healing rituals and journeys deeply rooted in ancient Balinese healing traditions, spiritual healing and sacred arts – inspired by the ancient Balinese philosophy, Tri Kaya Parisudha.
Fivelements Bali is focused on developing high-impact wellness strategies, and as such every stay is as unique the person visiting. The resort offers three personalised retreat programmes lasting from three to 14 nights, with a choice of pathways available to suit your specific needs. The Signature Fivelements Retreat is best for a yoga focus and includes holistic Balinese-inspired therapies administered by healers. These include yoga, bodycare rituals, massages, energy work and a Balinese fire blessing ritual.
Alternatives are the Holistic Purifying Retreat, based around a plant-based detox, or the Signature Culinary Retreat, which is a gastronomic journey to boost beauty, health and longevity. Every wellness holiday at Fivelements Bali also includes unique experiences such as trips to hidden cave temples or a trek to a mountain rainforest with a local healer.
Four Seasons Resort at Sayan, Ubud, Bali
This Four Seasons Resort is a striking riverside villa hideaway nestled in the lush Ayung River Valley near Ubud, where dramatic jungle scenery and bubbling river sounds define the experience.
Guests arrive via a suspension bridge soaring above the treetops before settling into one of 60 beautifully decorated luxury suites or private villas, many with secluded plunge pools and views over the verdant rainforest.
The resort’s Sacred River Spa blends ancient Balinese philosophies of physical and spiritual harmony with immersive treatments, spread around tranquil lily ponds. The spa also features huge treatment pavilions, outdoor stone baths, steam and sauna experiences, rituals that integrate energy work and sound healing and water-based therapies designed to restore balance and calm, as well as a stunning two-tier swimming pool cantilevered over the Ayung river. Yoga and meditation classes are also available.
Dining reflects the region’s rich culinary heritage and global influences, from authentic Indonesian dishes at Ayung Terrace to Mediterranean-inspired fare at Riverside, as well as a multi-course Chef’s Table experience.
The resort is a tropical paradise when it comes to wellness.
Four Seasons The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam
Nestled on the beautiful Ha My beach on Vietnam’s idyllic central coast, The Nam Hai offers a fabulous blend of cultural heritage, contemporary luxury and holistic wellness.
Set within 86 acres of lush tropical gardens, the resort features gorgeous villas that blend heritage charm and modern comfort with open-plan layouts and serene water gardens, with its commitment to sustainability evident through the use of renewable energy sources and an on-site organic farm supplying fresh produce to its restaurants.
The Heart of the Earth Spa meanwhile is set beside a lotus-dotted lagoon, with eight over-water treatment pavilions designed to promote deep relaxation and harmony with nature, using natural, locally sourced ingredients and facilities include sauna and steam rooms, a fitness centre and relaxation spaces.
Inspired by Vietnamese Zen teachings, therapies are designed to nurture inner balance, such as signature rituals like the extensive Nam Hai Earth Song, which combines exfoliation, tailored massage techniques and energy work to release tension.
Beyond treatments, guests can join yoga, meditation and movement classes to deepen their wellness journey, or immerse themselves in local culture with cooking classes or explore nearby heritage sites. The Nam Hai seamlessly combines cultural authenticity and luxurious comfort, offering guests an unparalleled wellness retreat in Vietnam.
Namia River Retreat, Hoi An, Vietnam
A peaceful riverside refuge where contemporary luxury meets authentic Vietnamese heritage, Namia River Retreat sits on the tranquil Cồn Ba Xã Islet overlooking the Thu Bồn River, just a 10 minute boat ride from the ancient Unesco-listed town of Hoi An.
A serene sanctuary which blends elegant design with local craftsmanship, stays here revolve around the Lumina Wellbeing Spa, a calm haven rooted in Vietnamese traditions, where guests are encouraged to reconnect with themselves with a strong focus on natural therapies, sensory experiences and deep relaxation using locally-sourced botanicals. The spa features herbal steam rooms, apothecaries, a river-view terrace with sauna and cold plunge, 10 treatment rooms, and a movement studio for yoga and fitness.
Accommodation at the retreat includes 60 private pool villas, each adorned with handcrafted furniture with decor the definition of understated luxury, with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows framing breathtaking river views.
Guests are treated to thoughtfully crafted cuisine and are also invited to join mindful rituals like silent walks, lantern ceremonies and wishing-tree visits, making Namia a wonderful and uniquely Vietnamese escape for body, mind and spirit.
Hotel Lily of the Valley, La Croix-Valmer, France
A supremely chic wellness retreat hidden away on a hillside overlooking the golden three mile stretch of Gigaro Beach on the Côte d’Azur, Hotel Lily of the Valley is just 15 minutes drive from Saint-Tropez.
Designed by Philippe Starck, the property blends modern minimalist architecture with natural materials and relaxed Mediterranean style. At its core is the 2,000 m² Shape Club – more than a fitness space, it is a destination in its own right, devoted entirely to health, sport and holistic wellbeing. Here, guests can enjoy a heated pool, saunas, steam rooms, a snow shower and outdoor training areas, alongside bespoke plans focused on fitness, detox, weight management and healthy ageing.
Expert coaches, dietitians and therapists help tailor exercise, nutrition and recovery, while the hotel’s kitchen provides menus designed to support your goals, with dishes majoring on seasonal, locally sourced produce from Provence.
Accommodation offers comfort, privacy and contemporary design across several choices of rooms, suites and private villas with terraces and heated pools, with all boltholes offering Mediterranean views and designer comfort, with Starck signature decor touches.
Six Senses La Sagesse, St David, Grenada
Located between the warm shallow waters of La Sagesse bay and L’Ance Pere ocean front on Grenada’s tranquil south-eastern coast, Six Senses La Sagesse brings the brand’s refined eco-luxury to the Caribbean for the very first time.
Set amid verdant hills, the property blends eco-sensitive design with local cultural touches, with the resort’s spa overlooking a natural lagoon and modelled on a traditional fishing village. The resort comprises 56 pool suites and 15 villas from charming one-bedroom retreats to expansive four-bedroom villas with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, each with its own plunge pool.
Menus at the bars and restaurants meanwhile take inspiration from the Caribbean and South America, using an abundance of fresh, local produce and spices grown in the fertile volcanic Grenadian soil.
Spa experiences couple Grenadian heritage with contemporary science, with tailored programmes focused on sleep, movement, yoga and longevity. Facilities include heat and water journeys, a panoramic sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, a Kneipp walk, steam rooms, relaxation spaces, a biohacking recovery lounge and yoga pavilions.
Signature treatments such as the immersive Caribbean Cleansing Ritual underscore the fusion of local culture with rejuvenation, summing up this sumptuous Spice Isle escape.
Soneva Soul – Soneva Fushi & Soneva Jani, Maldives
Soneva Soul, the wellness arm of the pioneering eco-luxury brand, is a game changer in integrative health. Located at both Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani, this holistic wellness concept combines ancient wisdom with the latest in medical diagnostics.
Guests are guided by an expert team of naturopaths, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners, Ayurvedic therapists, and integrative medicine doctors. Wellness offerings include cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen, bioresonance and Ayurvedic cleansing – all amidst lush jungle or stilted treatment villas over turquoise waters. Whether you’re here for detox, resilience or simply peace, Soneva Soul’s nature-aligned ethos makes it a truly healing escape.
The five-day SOUL Festival is held annually at Soneva Fushi and offers an immersive exploration of wellbeing, ancient healing traditions, and meaningful human connection – bringing together a global collective of wellness pioneers, and wellness seekers.
Soneva Fushi offers spacious beachfront villas tucked into lush greenery, while Soneva Jani showcases iconic water retreats with retractable roofs, private slides and lagoon access. Both resorts offer sprawling multi-bedroom residences ideal for longer wellness stays.
The Datai Langkawi, Langkawi, Malaysia
Set on Malaysia’s lush northwest coast overlooking the Andaman Sea, The Datai Langkawi blends rainforest tranquillity with holistic wellbeing, all rooted in sustainability and the natural environment. Its spa is tucked beside a gently winding stream in the heart of the rainforest, where the philosophy focuses on harmonising wellness with nature using traditional Malay Ramuan healing practices that use botanicals from the surrounding forest.
Five secluded treatment villas offer massages, body rituals and facials and the resort has also developed its own Akar product range inspired by the rainforest, mangroves and sea. Beyond treatments, wellbeing activities include forest bathing, steam, sauna and classes in yoga, Pilates and meditation in the Holistic Pavilion, while two outdoor pools overlook the private beach at Datai Bay, where fitness enthusiasts can enjoy watersports including windsurfing, snorkeling and body boarding.
The setting’s natural soundtrack of trickling water and birdsong enhances the restorative experience, encouraging guests to relax, rejuvenate and immerse themselves in the surrounding environment. Food ranges from authentic Malaysian dishes to Thai and international cuisine.
Meanwhile, each luxuriously appointed room has its own private verandah to ensure you feel truly connected to the natural paradise around you.
Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, South Malé Atoll, Maldives
An ultra-luxury, all-inclusive sanctuary of sophistication and elegance on a private island in a beautiful lagoon on the South Malé Atoll of the Maldives, Ozen Reserve Bolifushi is the ultimate in tropical island escapes.
Featuring 90 stunningly beautiful villas, both overwater and beachfront, each with lavish amenities, its own pool and direct access to the powdery white sands of the surrounding beaches and vivid aquamarine waters, Ozen Reserve Bolifushi offers top-notch personalised services, including unique dining experiences and an impressive spa and wellness centre offering tailored wellness retreats. Activities include private yacht charters, a state-of-the-art overwater gymnasium, semi-submarine adventures, water sports and complimentary bicycles.
Guests also enjoy world-class cuisine, creating a balanced high-end blend of active enjoyment and restorative calm.
The resort’s ELE|NA Elements of Nature Spa is a peaceful refuge inspired by Ayurvedic principles, offering bespoke wellness programmes led by specialists, personalised nutritional plans and a range of therapeutic journeys. Spa facilities include overwater and garden treatment rooms, a yoga pavilion, Zen garden, salon and boutique, for total rejuvenation during your stay at this tropical island paradise.
Preidlhof Luxury Dolce Vita Resort, Naturns, South Tyrol, Italy
An award-winning adults-only luxury wellness destination set amid the dramatic scenery of the South Tyrolean mountains with incredible views across the Vinschgau Valley, Preidlhof offers over 5,000 m² of dedicated spa and wellbeing space.
Central to the experience is the Preidl Spa, where bespoke spa journeys blend traditional healing wisdom with contemporary techniques to nurture physical and emotional balance. The extensive facilities include a six-floor sauna tower with 16 heat and steam experiences, 14 indoor and outdoor pools, a roof-top infinity pool, fitness and yoga studios, and dedicated areas for ayurveda, shiatsu and bodywork. A Medi Spa adds scientific and preventative health support to personalised programmes.
All 71 luxury guest rooms are south-facing with idyllic mountain views, and guests can also enjoy guided outdoor activities and tailored retreats under The Preidlhof Way philosophy, which integrates fitness, nutrition and mindful living. There’s even complimentary Vespa scooters for guests to use.
Gourmet cuisine completes this sublime wellness retreat, which combines glorious spa facilities and exceptional wellbeing programmes with all the warmth of a five star but unpretentious family-owned and run Italian hotel.
Minos Palace Resort, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece
Minos Palace Resort is a stunning adults-only five-star sanctuary set on a private peninsula with sweeping views of Mirabello Bay, where contemporary design and natural beauty merge to create a tranquil luxury wellbeing escape.
The resort integrates contemporary design with the island’s natural beauty, and the selection of 150 luxurious rooms and suites have floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, with modern furnishings and earth-toned palettes.
At its core is the NAO Longevity Hub, a cutting-edge wellness centre to support body, mind and emotional health. Amenities include a cryotherapy chamber, infrared sauna, hot and cold plunge baths, vitality pool, vibroacoustic loungers and brain gym, alongside meditation spaces and consultation rooms. Wellness programmes range from one-day experiences to immersive two-week retreats and are highly personalised, beginning with pre-arrival assessments, and the spa menu blends high-tech therapies with traditional massages and body treatments.
Cuisine celebrates the rich flavours of the region, sourced locally and from the resort gardens, all served with the warmth of Greek hospitality in a beach side setting.
More than just a luxury getaway, Minos Palace Resort is a destination that prioritises wellness with an authentic Cretan flavour.
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago Di Garda, Italy
Set atop a hill overlooking the majestic Lake Garda, there are few spas that can boast a setting more beautiful than Lefay Resort & Spa Lago Di Garda. The first jewel in the crown of the Lefay Resorts collection, it sits in almost 30 acres of natural parkland, immersed in the Mediterranean climate, aromas and landscape.
Embracing a holistic wellness philosophy, Lefay blends Eastern and Western influences, offering elements of traditional Chinese medicine fused with modern scientifically researched approaches. The Lefay Spa Method, created by the brand’s own Scientific Committee, aims to bring about a complete sense of psycho-physical wellbeing.
The capacious 4,300sqm spa boasts all the facilities you’d expect and more, an outdoor infinity pool overlooking Lake Garda, a separate indoor-outdoor pool, a hot tub and a thalassotherapy pool. There are also seven different types of saunas in the ‘world of water and fire’ and six relaxation areas including the Turquoise Grotto, which offers warm-water loungers, an Aquamoon waterfall shower and a phytotherapy relaxation area.
Treatment offerings include holistic massages and rituals as well as a la carte therapies and non-invasive aesthetics. Wellness programmes are available with visiting masters and expert practitioners on hand throughout the year. The immune system programme, for example, aims to rebalance your intestines while the five-night longevity programme blends osteopathy, acupuncture and massages to recharge your batteries.
If you want to lose yourself, then find a better version of yourself again, Lefay is the place to go to rediscover wellbeing.
Six Senses Kaplankaya, Turkey
Laid out like an authentic Mediterranean village, Six Senses Kaplankaya is a truly luxurious resort. It nestles in the natural beauty of the Bodrum peninsula, with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, and offers an indulgent while truly unique experience.
The resort itself is an idyllic location, surrounded by undulating hills filled with wild olives and cypress trees, and close to numerous archaeological sites, including two of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
As with all Six Senses properties, it’s crowning glory is the 10,000sqm spa, fitness and health centre, which boasts state-of-the-art facilities and offers access to world-leading expert practitioners. There are countless hydrothermal facilities, a crystal steam room, a Finnish sauna, experiential rain showers, a hydrotherapy pool, an ice igloo and a salt grotto plus mixed Hammams, steam rooms and saunas. At the Six Senses Alchemy Bar you can blend your own botanical scrubs and masks while, in 38 treatment rooms, you can experience everything from Ayurvedic massages to medical assessments.
Six Senses’ integrated wellness expertise is world-renowned and Kaplankaya is no exception, seeking to integrate all aspects of health into its programmes. From sleep and diet to exercise and guided meditations, it offers a fusion of traditional and Eastern medicine, cutting-edge wellness modalities and preventive care.
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Mandarin Oriental Bodrum, Turkey
Set in an idyllic location overlooking Paradise Bay (the clue is in the name), Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is a super-luxe retreat that offers a perfect blend of style, serenity, and first-class service.
Spanning 2,700 sqm and spread over two levels, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is a sanctuary for serenity that also has serious style. The spa is focused on wellness, peace and healing, offering a deeply therapeutic escape as well as a vast array of facilities.
As well as separate male and female hydrotherapy suites, there is a vitality pool with views of the Aegean Sea, a traditional Hammam and tranquil outdoor spaces including a spa garden complete with hot tub, outdoor sauna, pool and treatment cabanas. The state of the art spa has six treatment rooms and three beauty consultation spaces. Here you can try curated signature treatments alongside modern aesthetics and tailored wellness programmes.
With products used on site including Aromatherapy Associates, Biologique Recherche and Dr Barbara Sturm, and treatments ranging from a dedicated menu of traditional Hammam experiences to cutting-edge, results-driven facials, this spa promises to restore your body, mind and spirit to a state of equilibrium. If you’re looking for a destination where you can switch off from the moment you walk through the doors, allowing a dedicated team to guide you in a more holistic approach to wellbeing, Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is the place.
Palácio Estoril, Portugal
Palácio Estoril has been welcoming guests to the picturesque Cascais coast for more than 90 years with its impressive beaches, peaceful gardens, prestigious golf courses and unrivalled hospitality. Located in the upmarket beach town of Estoril, near Lisbon, Palacio Estoril has a grand old facade juxtaposed with modern facilities and a world-class spa and wellness centre.
The Banyan Tree Spa at Palácio Estoril Hotel is a sanctuary for the senses, where centuries-old Asian traditions meet modern wellness techniques. The award-winning spa offers exotic Asian-inspired treatments by expertly trained therapists, who have been educated in Indonesia, Thailand and China to ensure each treatment is rooted in centuries-old Asian wellness traditions. With facilities including a Hammam, sauna, waterfall showers, Turkish bath, hot tub and hydromassage as well as 14 treatment rooms, you’ll be hard pushed to fit it all in!
The stand-alone Wellness Centre offers medical methods and modalities plus holistic treatments. These include physiotherapy, medical dentistry, Traditional Chinese Medicine, lymphatic drainage and biofeedback. Every element of the Estoril Wellness Center has been designed to provide excellent facilities, peace of mind, vitality and good health. Wellness packages include Detox, De-Stress, Beauty Booster and Re-Boot & Rebalance.
Camiral Golf & Wellness, Spain
Camiral Golf & Wellness Resort is a sophisticated five-star resort that is part of the Leading Hotels of the World collection. Guests are treated to a unique combination of luxury, comfort and relaxation with views over one of the best golf courses in Europe. With modern aesthetics and natural furnishings, the hotel’s 138 beautifully designed rooms and living spaces promise comfort and elegance.
Nestled in the Catalan forest, the resort’s celebrated 1,000sqm Wellness Centre serves up a menu of bespoke therapies and technology-led treatments, allowing each guest to craft their own personalised experience or follow one of the wellness programmes crafted by a dedicated team of wellness experts. Spa facilities on offer include an extensive hydrotherapy suite, a Hammam, a cryotherapy sauna, fitness studio, spa pools and relaxation areas.
A selection of Wellness Programmes tackle immunity support, detoxification and ageing. The Sports Recovery Programme incorporates state-of-the-art technologies such as cryotherapy, oxygen chamber therapy and photo biomodulation, while the Movement Programme features classes in yoga and Pilates.
The spa’s aesthetics & beauty offerings include results-driven facials and massages with product partners Aromatherapy Associates and Biologique Recherche. Whichever you choose, you’re guaranteed to leave feeling like a new person.
Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como, Lake Como, Italy
Set within a meticulously restored 19th Century villa, Mandarin Oriental Lago di Como is the very height of sophistication, blending Italian heritage with contemporary luxury to create an idyllic retreat just an hour’s drive from Milan.
Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Como in the charming village of Blevio and surrounded by beautiful botanical gardens, the resort offers world-class amenities and impeccable service, making it an ideal destination for both romantic escapes and wellness-focused stays.
The spa is a standout feature, a tranquil haven conceived as a comprehensive wellbeing sanctuary that draws on both Eastern and Western traditions. It includes six treatment rooms, two private spa suites, a zen garden and an extensive thermal and water area with a whirlpool, ice pool, saline bath, Finnish sauna and steam bath, all with lake views. Signature therapies use products from Team Dr Joseph and Swiss Perfection, while personalised wellness programmes extend to yoga and meditation and there’s a fitness centre with state-of-the-art Technogym equipment.
Accommodation spans elegantly tasteful rooms and suites to exclusive villas, many with terraces overlooking the lake and stunning natural surroundings, complemented by gourmet dining and active pursuits like training sessions, guided hikes and water sports.
Almar Giardino di Costanza Resort & Spa, Sicily, Italy
Almar Giardino di Costanza Resort & Spa is a luxury five-star boutique retreat nestled in lush Mediterranean gardens near Mazara del Vallo on Sicily’s west coast, surrounded by centuries-old olive groves, vineyards and fountains.
Its 88 sophisticated and calming suites blend contemporary comfort with hints of Sicilian heritage and overlook the resort’s courtyard, pool and gardens.
The expansive Almablu Wellness & Spa provides a multi-sensory wellbeing journey inspired by Sicily’s diverse history, with themed thermal areas that evoke Roman and Arab influences, including a hammam, tepidarium, saunas, an ice room and cold plunge pool alongside relaxation spaces and a tea lounge. Treatments are tailored to your personal needs, be that regeneration, detox, immunity-boosting programmes for rejuvenation and stress relief or general wellness, and a wide range of treatments and massages draw on Traditional Chinese Medicine to restore balance and vitality.
Additional highlights include indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facilities, and fine Sicilian cuisine at the AquaMadre restaurant, all within a lavish setting that offers a peaceful escape immersed in local culture and refined design.
Grand Hotel Fasano, Lake Garda, Italy
An opulent icon on Italy’s glamorous Lake Garda, Grand Hotel Fasano blends historic grandeur with sublime contemporary style.
Partly set in a former hunting lodge that once belonged to the Austrian imperial family, the hotel blends modern amenities with classic design. One of the lakes’ most historical hotels, it’s immersed in a centuries-old park on the edge of the Dolomites and has been run by the Mayr family for three generations.
The hotel’s luxurious wellness offering centres on the AQVA Spa & Wellness Centre, recently redesigned into a comprehensive wellbeing sanctuary with expansive indoor and outdoor pools linked by a glass tunnel, hydromassage tubs, multiple saunas, Turkish baths, steam rooms and a serene spa garden overlooking the lake. Treatments use premium Sothys Paris products and include signature rituals like the 50-minute “1888 GHF” massage inspired by the property’s gardens, and the indulgent 140-minute Soin Excellence Secrets de Sothys full-body experience. Additional facilities include a modern gym, relaxation spaces and specialised therapies.
A harmonious blend of art, elegance and boundless luxury, the hotel features neoclassical rooms and suites which offer lake vistas, while Michelin-starred dining and scenic gardens complete this sophisticated retreat.
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Lake Como, Italy
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is a historic luxury landmark perched at the tip of Lake Como’s Bellagio peninsula, combining 19th Century elegance with breathtaking panoramic views of both the surrounding mountains and vast expanse of water it borders.
The hotel’s setting is nothing short of magical, with lush terraces cascading down to the lake’s edge and the charming cobbled streets of Bellagio a short stroll away. A seamless blend of Italian grandeur and modern luxury, Villa Serbelloni is a sanctuary of genteel indulgence and tranquil lakeside relaxation.
Set over 1,500 sqm, the newly transformed Spa Luce del Lago is one of the largest and most sophisticated wellness destinations on Lake Como. With decor inspired by the colours and serenity of the lake and features hydrotherapy pools, a Finnish sauna, steam bath, emotional showers and multiple treatment rooms where bespoke massages, facials and body rituals use quality Italian and French products for the ultimate in rejuvenation.
Alongside cutting-edge wellness, guests can enjoy a modern gym, squash and tennis courts, fitness walks around historic gardens and lakeside relaxation. Accommodation reflects classic design with lake-view balconies, while fine dining and impeccable service complete this sophisticated lakeside retreat of timeless elegance.
Vila Vita Parc, Algarve, Portugal
Perched on a clifftop overlooking the Atlantic and a secluded white sandy beach, Vila Vita Parc prides itself on blending traditional Portuguese elegance with modern comfort.
Each accommodation is exquisitely appointed and features terraces and balconies with panoramic views of the sea and flower-filled gardens. World-class dining comes from a selection of 11 eateries that includes a two-Michelin-star restaurant.
Its standout wellness offering is the Vila Vita Spa by Sisley Paris, a serene wellness sanctuary with architecture inspired by the enchanting sea caves of the Algarve. Partnering with the prestigious French skincare brand Sisley Paris, the spa delivers an extensive menu of personalised facial, body and beauty treatments rooted in botanical extracts and essential oils. Spa facilities highlights include a yoga and Pilates pavilion, aerial yoga, a Hypoxi-Studio (an innovative weight-loss method exclusive in Portugal), relaxation spaces and luxury spa suites.
The resort’s Vital Wellness programmes have been designed in partnership with wellness guru Harry Jameson and offer guests a chance to engage in carefully curated wellness-enhancing activities. Programmes include Vital Signature Wellness, Vital Destress or Vital Purify.
Vila Vita Parc also offers a wide range of leisure activities across its array of sporting and wellness facilities, and even boasts a 72 ft private yacht.
D Maris Bay, Marmaris, Turkey
Set among fragrant pine forests on a hill with sweeping views over the Aegean and Mediterranean seas and fringed by several private sandy beaches, D Maris Bay is a sanctuary of serenity amid Aegean beauty. Amid a protected landscape of pristine coastline, the luxury resort blends natural beauty with polished design and offers a seamless mix of relaxation, adventure and Mediterranean hospitality on Turkey’s Datça Peninsula.
Its Mytha Spa is a holistic wellbeing haven inspired by traditional Turkish healing and modern wellness practices. The spa’s comprehensive offerings include signature Hammam rituals, personalised massages, body treatments, steam room, sauna, indoor and thermal pools, and outdoor yoga and meditation spaces, encouraging guests to unwind and reconnect both physically and mentally.
Beyond wellness, D Maris Bay features 196 tasteful guest rooms and suites with sea views to die for, multiple dining venues showcasing Mediterranean and international cuisine, watersports, fitness classes, hiking, and dazzling white beaches accessible by funicular, creating a complete luxury coastal escape.
Cap St Georges, Cyprus
For an authentic Cypriot island feel paired with refined five-star hospitality, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos, Cyprus, is a standout destination. Set against a striking Mediterranean backdrop, the resort is framed by lush gardens dotted with centuries-old olive trees and fragrant rosemary, creating an immediate sense of calm and connection to nature.
The architecture reflects Cyprus’ rich cultural heritage, while facilities include a private 130-metre beach cove, three outdoor swimming pools and a serene indoor pool. At the heart of the resort is the lively Agora Village Square, home to buzzing eateries, a high-end boutique and an artisan store.
Spanning 2,585sqm, the Cleopatra Spa is a dedicated sanctuary for holistic wellbeing. Vast facilities include an indoor spa pool, hydrotherapy and cold plunge pools, sauna, steam rooms, a Hammam, aromatherapy showers, Rasoul mud chambers and two exclusive Cleopatra VIP suites. Eight treatment rooms host bespoke rituals using premium brands such as Cinq Mondes, Kypwell and Valmont. Signature experiences include the Akamas Journey, powered by 39 plant bioactives, and the Cleopatra-inspired milk-and-honey bath ritual.
Beyond the spa, the resort offers a fitness centre and ten restaurants and bars creating an all-encompassing escape.
Vidago Palace, Villa Real, Portugal
Built on the orders of King D Carlos I in the 19th Century to capitalise on the village’s thermal waters and finally opened in 1910, Vidago Palace is an exquisite luxury hotel which combines old-world Belle Époque grandeur with contemporary comfort and refined service.
Its centerpiece is the sleek, architect-designed Thermal Spa, crafted with white marble and minimalist lines, where the therapeutic Vidago mineral waters are used in a variety of revitalising treatments, from hydrotherapy and immersion baths to Vichy showers and signature wellness programmes.
Beginning with medical and nutrition consultations, biometric evaluation and physical and cardio respiratory testing, the spa’s various bespoke medical programmes incorporate Iyashi Dome products and a range of modalities including massage, body treatments, meditation, compresses, shiatsu, Pilates and access to the Vidago spa circuit. Spa offerings also include aesthetic medicine and anti-ageing treatments and extensive facilities such as indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, hammam and relaxation spaces.
The hotel also features fantastically swish guest rooms and suites, gourmet dining, a championship golf course and scenic leafy parkland ideal for strolling, making Vidago Palace a distinguished destination for restorative escapes that blend heritage, tranquillity and modern wellbeing.
Amanzoe, Greece
Drawing its name from the Sanskrit word for “peace” and the Greek word for “life”, Amanzoe is a serene hilltop retreat overlooking the Peloponnese Peninsula and the Aegean Sea. Just 2.5 hours from Athens, the resort enjoys sweeping 360-degree views across olive groves, pine forests and coastline, with ancient archaeological sites and the chic island of Spetses within easy reach.
Pavilion suites and private villas are discreetly positioned among the landscape, offering contemporary luxury, expansive terraces and, in many cases, private pools. Guests can enjoy five swimming pools across the resort, including a striking infinity pool and two 25-metre lap pools at the Beach Club.
Renowned as one of Europe’s most elite wellness destinations, Amanzoe’s 2,850sqm spa draws inspiration from Hippocratic healing principles. Facilities include seven treatment suites, a Watsu pool, hammam, sauna, steam room and cold plunge, alongside a hilltop yoga pavilion, Pilates studio and gym. Signature treatments use Aman’s Essential Skin line, formulated in Japan with rice bran and indigo extracts.
Wellness programmes are fully bespoke and guided by Aman’s four pillars – nutrition, movement, mindfulness and bodywork – with visiting experts and exclusive experiences, including the brand’s Building Mental Resilience programme, completing a truly restorative escape.
Bürgenstock Resort, Switzerland
One of Europe’s most exclusive spa and wellness destinations, the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne sits in a hillside on the banks of Lake Lucerne, with a glorious backdrop of the Swiss Alps.
The resort features three luxury hotels, multiple bars and restaurants, two spas and a museum showcasing its rich and colourful heritage. Notable past guests include Charlie Chaplin, Sophia Loren, and Sean Connery. Audrey Hepburn was married in the resort’s tiny chapel… Accessed by a private catamaran followed by a scenic ride on the famous Bürgenstock funicular, the journey to the resort is as impressive as the destination itself.
With views over Lake Lucerne that take your breath away, the award-winning Bürgenstock Alpine Spa offers 10,000sqm dedicated to wellness. There are evidence-based, self-guided hydrothermal journeys, five pools, saunas, vitality pools, cold plungs, Kneipp walk and a sumptuous relaxation lounge.
The iconic outdoor infinity pool, heated to 35˚C, will help you draw energy and peace from the spectacular views over Mount Pilatus, Rigi and Lucerne. There’s also a spa garden with a Bull’s Eye pool bar and Roman pavilion.
Bürgenstock’s iconic Alpine Spa offers customised wellness treatments in 13 treatment rooms, each guided by thorough research and Swiss medical expertise. Treatments embrace modernity and medical advances, meaning everything from a full lifestyle transformation to some deep relaxation is on offer.
Tschuggen Grand Hotel, Switzerland
Placed high in the rankings of the best wellness hotels in Switzerland, Tschuggen Grand Hotel is the perfect summer mountain retreat as well as being a premier ski destination in winter. Fresh air, crystal clear lakes and verdant forests await alongside the full spectrum of first-class hospitality.
The 5,000sqm Tschuggen Bergoase Spa is an architectural marvel, designed by the renowned architect Mario Botta to resemble glass sails rising from the mountainside. Set across four floors, it has been hewn from the Alpine landscape and its philosophy focuses on simple, natural healing as part of its Moving Mountains concept.
The concept, built on holistic wellbeing principles, promotes long-lasting physical and mental benefits through the harmony of body, mind and soul. Backed by sound medical knowledge and modern science, the approach to wellness at Tschuggen Bergoase Spa also centres around restoring vitality and helping guests celebrate the joy of life. Each experience offered is rooted in both science and holistic modalities, with fully organic products used in all the indulgent and restorative rituals to further promote stillness and wellbeing.
For facilities, think private spa suites, hydrotherapy circuits, various saunas and steam baths, physical training spaces and 12 cocooning treatment rooms.
For those seeking a wellness break with a difference, look no further.