Chiva-Som Health Resort
HUA HIN, THAILAND
One of the world’s most reputable wellness retreats, this Thai temple to wellbeing serves up impeccable service, tasty cuisine and a genuine focus on transformation – not to mention a tropical backdrop of glossy palms and ivory sand.
Ananda in the Himalayas
UTTARANCHAL, INDIA
Famous for its seclusion and elegance, Ananda has hosted British royalty and Hollywood stars, making it one of India’s most celebrated wellness destinations. Its location is as dreamy as it gets, too – part of the 100-acre Maharaja Palace Estate, fringed by forest greens and overlooking the Rive
COMO Shambhala Estate
GIANYAR, BALI, BALI
A jungle-cloaked estate with a romantic design, the COMO Shambhala has everything you need in a wellness escape, including holistic treatments and hidden pools. It’s widely considered one of the world’s best, too – recognised by the likes of Vogue and Condé Nast Traveller.
Shanti-Som Wellbeing Retreat
MALAGA, SPAIN
With just 15 rooms and a blanket of tropical gardens, this chic Spanish retreat offers serenity in spades. It’s also got an Asian-inspired design infused with Feng Shui principles, a sleek spa and personalised wellness programmes – all within the spectacular surrounds of Sierra de las Nieves Nat
SwaSwara
KARNATAKA , INDIA
This serene, eco-conscious retreat is surrounded by coconut groves above Om Beach, where traditional villas and open courtyards immerse guests in nature. Daily yoga, meditation, Ayurveda treatments, and nourishing cuisine are designed to restore balance, while art classes, storytelling, and beach wa
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda
GARGNANO, VERONA, LAKE GARDA, ITALY
Set high above Lake Garda, this striking resort blends modern architecture with terraces lined with olive trees and wide views over the Riviera dei Limoni. It’s ideal for wellness lovers, featuring a 4,300-metre spa with saunas, float therapy, and pools. There's also a spectacular outdoor infinity
Sen Wellness Sanctuary
TANGALLE, SRI LANKA
Looking for a restorative, adults-only escape in exotic surrounds? Sen Wellness Sanctuary is just the place. This intimate, eco-conscious retreat is nestled in the rainforest, close to caramel sands on Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Guests can look forward to personalised Ayurveda, yoga, meditation a
The Retreat
ALTOS DEL MONTE, COSTA RICA
Perched on a mountain ridge in rural Costa Rica, The Retreat was founded by celebrity chef, best-selling author and health and wellness coach, Diana Stobo. Her vision was to create an adults-only wellness sanctuary in the heart of the rainforest, designed as a place for genuine transformation.
Euphoria Retreat
MYSTRAS, GREECE
In pine-cloaked hills overlooking the UNESCO-listed town of Mystras, you'll find one of Europe’s leading wellness destinations. Euphoria Retreat has a state-of-the-art spa and programmes that fuse 21st-century science with age-old therapies, along with a beautiful design that pairs modern comforts
Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
KANDY, SRI LANKA
Santani, Sri Lanka’s first destination spa, has already received numerous awards, including Best Spa from Tatler and Best New Hotel from Condé Nast Traveller. Its name means 'in harmony with', in Sanskrit, which sums up the retreat's philosophy – it's a place to restore balance and fully relax
Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti
PINZOLO, ITALY
Set among the forested peaks of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti is the ultimate mountain retreat. Floor-to-ceiling windows, roaring fires, and soft leather seating welcome guests here, along with a 5,000-square-metre spa that ranks among the largest in the Alps.
Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel
VILANCULOS, MOZAMBIQUE
A boutique hideaway with just 22 rooms, Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel serves up peace and quiet in a dreamy beachfront setting. Days here are made up of top-notch spa therapies, boat trips to the Bazaruto Archipelago, infinity pool dips and health-conscious cuisine.
Fivelements
UBUD, BALI
Fivelements is surrounded by nature within lush jungle vegetation. With the Ayung river running beside the retreat, opt for a riverfront room to make the most of this serene location. This established multi award winning retreat is deeply rooted in Balinese traditions, a stay at this peaceful sanctu
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
PARO, BHUTAN
Perched high in the peaceful Neyphu Valley, this five-star retreat offers a quiet introduction to Bhutan’s celebrated happiness philosophy. Inspired by the calm simplicity of a modern monastery, the Sanctuary combines restorative therapies with time spent outdoors and beautifully prepared, nourish
Preidlhof Luxury DolceVita Resort
NATURNS, SOUTH TYROL, ITALY
Wellness is King at this five-star retreat, which comes with a fairytale setting among green peaks. Guests can unwind in the award-winning spa and sauna tower, savour farm-to-table dining and enjoy outdoor adventures in the surrounding mountains – all to help restore inner balance.
Palmaia - The House of Aia
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
Palmaïa – The House of AïA is a secluded Riviera Maya retreat where jungle meets beach. Here, holistic wellness takes the form of ancient rituals, energy practices, sound therapy and mindful movement. All complemented by plant-focused gourmet cuisine, infinity pools, and stylish suites inspired
Six Senses Vana
DEHRADUN, INDIA
The renowned Six Senses’ first dedicated wellbeing retreat, this tranquil healing hideaway is in the forested foothills of the Himalayas. Come for yoga and meditation, personalised Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, and nourishing cuisine, and leave with a renewed sense of self.
Ayurvie Sigiriya
SIGIRIYA, SRI LANKA
This jungle-shrouded Ayurveda retreat is as authentic as it gets, offering time-honoured therapies and styled like a traditional Sri Lankan village. With just 10 rooms, it’s peaceful and intimate. Plus, it puts you in the heart of the Cultural Triangle, one of Sri Lanka’s most magical landscapes
Es Raco d’Arta
ARTá, MALLORCA, MALLORCA
This carefully restored 13th-century farmhouse is in the tranquil north-east of Mallorca, nestled among 220 hectares of vineyards, olive groves, orchards, and organic gardens. Lovingly designed, it’s an ideal retreat for walkers, cyclists, and anyone wanting to press pause and reconnect with natur
Kateka Safari & Wellness Experience
GREATER KRUGER, SOUTH AFRICA
Nestled in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Kateka is an intimate boutique safari lodge with just five suites and a villa with private pools. It's just the place for immersive wildlife encounters and holistic wellness experiences in a spectacular natural setting.
Sashwa River of Stars
GREATER KRUGER, SOUTH AFRICA
Wellness, wildlife and the South African wilderness combine at this soulful safari retreat, which has stylish lodges overlooking the majestic Olifants River. Other highlights include a saltwater swimming pool and a spa with a state-of-the-art infrared sauna.
