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.
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary
KOH SAMUI, THAILAND
Tropical surroundings are lovely, but Kamalaya raises the bar with a spot on a sacred, forested Koh Samui hillside. This deeply transformative retreat takes a mind-body-spirit approach to wellness, an ethos that’s led to countless awards and secured its world-class reputation.
Absolute Sanctuary
KOH SAMUI, THAILAND
Absolute Sanctuary is a boutique wellness retreat on Koh Samui, offering pioneering programmes built around the likes of Pilates, yoga, detox and holistic wellbeing. Cloaked in tropical gardens near pristine beaches, it’s a compact resort that combines expert guidance, mindful movement and nourish
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
OCÉANO Health Spa Hotel
PUNTA DEL HIDALGO, SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, TENERIFE
Whether you’re looking for a transformative Mayr detox or a relaxing break made up of sunshine and spa treatments, this contemporary oceanfront hotel will win you over. It’s wonderfully secluded, with views of the mountains, ancient woodland and Tenerife’s rugged coastline.
Tia Wellness Resort
DA NANG CITY, VIETNAM
Nestled among tropical gardens on milky sands near Da Nang, TIA Wellness Resort delivers both style and R&R. It’s home to Vietnam’s largest spa, pairs expert-led programmes with sleek, monochrome villas (each with a private plunge pool), and offers easy access to local attractions.
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, 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
Fivelements
UBUD, BALI
Simplicity and wellness collide at this riverside retreat, which offers traditional holistic healing, a jungle pool and spa, space for yoga and meditation and rainbow-hued plant-based cuisine.
Zulal Wellness Resort - Serenity
AL RUWAIS, QATAR
For a peaceful escape where the desert meets the sea, consider Zulal Wellness Resort – where Chiva-Som’s world-renowned expertise shapes personalised programmes. Spa therapies, fitness, thermal suites and coastal views combine at this transformative, luxury retreat focused on mind, body and life
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.
Palazzo di Varignana
BOLOGNA, ITALY
This beautifully resorted 18th-century villa is perched among hills and vineyards, offering elegant rooms, expansive gardens, and one of Italy’s most impressive spa complexes. The menus spotlight produce from the estate’s own farmland, and the culinary and cultural treasures of Bologna are withi
JOALI BEING
BODUFUSHI, RAA ATOLL, MALDIVES
The Maldives’ first dedicated wellness resort, JOALI BEING is a private eco-friendly retreat specialising in bespoke immersive programmes. Guests can relax in luxe, nature-inspired villas with private pools and a butler service and enjoy nutrition-led gourmet dining.
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
Zulal Wellness Resort - Discovery
AL RUWAIS, QATAR
On Qatar’s other-worldly northern coast, Zulal Wellness Resort offers a family friendly approach to wellbeing, with impressive facilities, shared activities, and a beautiful private beach. As if that wasn’t enough, it’s operated in partnership with the health experts at Thailand’s renowned C
RAKxa Integrative Wellness
BANG KRACHAO , THAILAND
If you’re searching for a transformative wellness experience, RAKxa is a great option. This luxe riverside retreat is in Bangkok’s ‘green lung’ Bang Krachao region, and offers personalised medical diagnostics and Eastern healing alongside design-led accommodation, curated nutrition and holis
Daios Cove
AGIOS NIKOLAOS, CRETE, GREECE
Perched above a private Cretan beach, Daios Cove offers terraced villas, an infinity pool, six restaurants, and the sanctuary-like KEPOS by Goco Spa. It’s also really well geared up for little ones, making it a good choice for families looking to relax, try new things and enjoy a picture-perfect s
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.
MasQi - The Energy House
BANYERES DE MARIOLA (ALICANTE), SPAIN
This adults-only boutique retreat is in Spain’s Sierra de Mariola, hosted in a rustic farmhouse surrounded by mountain peaks. Guests can practise yoga and meditation in a striking glass-domed studio, enjoy healing holistic therapies and macrobiotic cuisine, and emerge restored, balanced, and centr
RXV Wellness Village
SUAN SAMPRAN, THAILAND
This village-like retreat near Bangkok offers family friendly holistic wellness, with spa treatments, yoga, fitness, ‘Rainbow Food’ nutrition and hydrotherapy all part of the line-up. Bright, modern villas and riverside gardens are also highlights.
SANté Wellness Retreat & Spa
PAARL, SOUTH AFRICA
From its peaceful perch in the Western Cape Winelands, SANté combines cutting-edge medical wellness with holistic therapies. Guests can explore indigenous gardens, enjoy mountain biking and birdwatching, and benefit from personalised programmes in a beautiful, back-to-nature setting.
Dharana at Shillim
SHILLIM, INDIA
This luxe retreat is surrounded by protected wilderness in the Sahyadri Mountains of Maharashtra. Designed for stillness and quiet, it’s an ideal destination for those seeking tranquillity and reconnection with nature. Villas are sleek and contemporary, and wellness facilities are extensive, with
Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai
CHIANG MAI, THAILAND
Built around a beautifully restored century-old villa, this retreat blends heritage architecture with a serene, soulful atmosphere. Ancient Buddhist temples sit nearby, and the monks’ chanting often drifts through the grounds. Wellness is holistic and expert-led, and includes yoga, breathwork and
Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa
PHUKET - PHANG NGA, THAILAND
It’s easy to see why Aleenta Phuket is part of the Leading Hotels of the World collection. This family friendly sanctuary pairs chic and contemporary good looks with a setting on Natai Beach, along with a state-of-the-art wellness centre and easy access to Phuket’s best bits.
Prakriti Shakti
KERALA, INDIA
This serene naturopathy clinic sits high in the misty hills of Panchalimedu, Kerala. It's a place for transformative holistic healing, with personalised programmes led by a skilled team of doctors and therapists, and service with a smile from an attentive team.
