If you want to combine wellness and relaxation with classic luxury and perhaps the chance to explore a new destination, Europe is home to a number of standout spa hotels that are sure to provide the type of retreat you’re looking for. You might enjoy indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, indulgent treatments, and often a whole lot more. From the beautiful shores of Greek islands to the Alps, the Emerald Isle, and dazzling Iceland, there are some fantastic choices.
Atrium Prestige - Rhodes Island, Greece
Atrium Prestige is a 5-star beachfront spa resort on the southeast coast of Rhodes. Guests can look forward to breathtaking sea views, infinity and lagoon pools, and a fabulous full-service spa with an indoor saltwater pool, a sauna, and an extensive menu of pampering treatments from massages to facials. The private beach includes loungers, umbrellas, and a beach bar, while dining can be enjoyed at a half-dozen eateries plus 24-hour room service is available too. The spacious rooms include options for balconies with sea views and even private pools, along with standard amenities like minibars, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs.
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Full-service spa with a sauna and indoor saltwater pool
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Private beach & beach bar
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Fitness center and kids’ club
Beach Lachania Beach South, Lachania 851 09, Greece— +30 2244 046222
Silica Hotel Blue Lagoon - Grindavik, Iceland
Silica Hotel offers the chance to enjoy the Blue Lagoon just steps away from your room. Guests can take advantage of complimentary access to one of Iceland’s most famous attractions and enjoy their own exclusive private geothermal bathing pool away from the crowds. It’s nestled among the black lava landscape and offers a variety of experiences. Look forward to everything from healing treatments using Blue Lagoon branded products to hour-long massages provided while floating on a mat in the soothing water. Rooms are minimalist, Scandinavian-style but all open to a patio that sits on the old lava flow.
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Complimentary access to Blue Lagoon
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Exclusive private geothermal bathing pool
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Spa offering in-water massages and various healing treatments
Domes of Elounda - Crete, Greece
Located on the largest Greek island of Crete with diverse landscapes that include everything from powdery sand beaches to soaring mountains, combined with fascinating ancient ruins like Knossos Palace, it’s hard to beat Domes of Elounda. This popular luxury hotel in Greece is the perfect place to spend your time in between exploring, although for many, it’s a destination itself. It has its own pristine, private beach and a lavish spa for pampering treatments, along with a hair salon. Enjoy multiple freshwater and saltwater pools, indoors and out, with the main pool offering views of the bay out to Spinalonga Island.
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Indoor and outdoor freshwater and saltwater pools
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Luxurious spa and hair salon
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Multiple bars and restaurants
Iberostar Royal Andalus - Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
Located just steps from one of the best beaches in Spain along the south coast of the mainland, the Iberostar Royal Andalus is known for its affordable luxury. Guests can enjoy a variety of indulgent treatments at the spa, which includes a sauna and a Turkish bath; plus, there are multiple indoor and outdoor pools, a water slide, and a poolside bar. A gym, a tennis court, and a beach volleyball court are on the grounds, and there are 36-hole and 54-hole courses at the golf club next door. Dining options range from fresh seafood to Andalusian fare, while many of the spacious rooms feature balconies or terraces overlooking the nearly four-mile-long beach.
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Multiple indoor and outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a water slide
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Spa with a Turkish bath and sauna
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Beachfront property with direct access to a four-mile-long beach
Aman Sveti Stefan - Montenegro
Aman Sveti Stefan is a top-rated Mediterranean hotel that was once a 15th-century fortified village. It comes complete with winding cobbled streets, set on the tiny islet of Sveti Stefan, linked to the mainland coast by a narrow isthmus. It’s an iconic image of Montenegro, promising an unforgettable stay with breathtaking sea views and a fabulous spa. The Aman Spa offers treatment rooms that all have fireplaces (available in the winter) and an extensive array of treatments tailored to individual needs. It also includes hydrotherapy rooms, a yoga studio with free daily sessions, and an indoor pool. Guests can also enjoy the gorgeous beaches along the coast that include stretches with pink sands, fine dining, and accommodations that include rooms, suites, and cottages.
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Spa with an indoor pool and hydrotherapy rooms
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Private beach access
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Two outdoor pools
Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort - Lenk, Switzerland
Lenkerhof Gourmet Spa Resort is located in the Swiss village of Lenk in a lush valley with one of the most magnificent mountain backdrops in the Alps. Guests can enjoy a day of hiking, waterfall viewing, and other activities before returning to take advantage of the indoor and outdoor pools, Jacuzzis, saunas, steam baths, and other wellness facilities. There are a variety of treatments available, including the signature treatment which involves crystals and stones from the local river. There are three restaurants on the grounds while rooms include options with balconies or terraces with mountain views in addition to standards such as flat-screen TVs and minibars.
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Indoor and outdoor pools
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Spa with an outstanding signature treatment, Jacuzzis, saunas, and steam baths
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Multiple restaurants on-site
Vitality Hotel Punta - Veli Losinj, Croatia
Veli Losinj translates to Big Island, one of the two islands that make up Losinj, located along the waterfront promenade in the Kvarner Gulf region of Croatia. One of the best hotels in Croatia, it’s renowned for its healing properties, like pure, fresh sea air that is said to help those with respiratory issues, while local ingredients inspire the restaurant menus, perfectly complementing a stay at Vitality Hotel Punta. The spa includes massage rooms, a Finnish sauna, and a bio sauna, and guests also have access to tennis courts, an outdoor climbing wall, and a gym. The infinity pool offers a sea view to enjoy while lounging or swimming, and there’s a beach with loungers for sunbathing too.
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Spa with a Finnish and a bio sauna
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Gym, tennis courts & climbing wall
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Multiple restaurants on-site
Bulgari Hotel & Residences - London, England
A well-known name in high-end fashion, Bulgari is familiar to many, and this 5-star hotel at the edge of Hyde Park hosts one of central London’s most exclusive and largest spas. It offers beauty and wellness-enhancing treatments spread over two levels, with a 25-meter pool, a vitality pool, and 11 private treatment rooms, plus a double spa suite that comes with a steam room and hydromassage. Personal training is available through the on-site WORKSHOP gym. Dining includes Italian fare at Sette restaurant, while rooms and suites all include Nespresso machines, flat-screen TVs, and large marble bathrooms with free-standing tubs. Suites with butler service, kitchens, fireplaces, and terraces are available too.
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25-meter indoor pool
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Spa offering wellness and beauty treatments
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Sette restaurant and a lounge
Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa - Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Nestled among beautiful Mediterranean gardens along the northern coast of Sicily, the all-inclusive Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa offers direct beach access and spectacular views of the sea and the mountains. The luxurious spa offers a fantastic hydrotherapy circuit, sensation showers, a chill-out zone, and a variety of treatments, including massages and facials. There are four sleek pools, clubs for the kids and teens, a fitness center with fitness classes available, and multiple bars and restaurants. After dark, enjoy a fun evening entertainment program. Rooms and suites include options for up to four guests with amenities like satellite TVs, minibars, terraces, or balconies.
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Spa with a hydrotherapy circuit
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Four indoor and outdoor pools
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Fitness center
Viale Himera 7, 8 ss 113 Km 204, 3, 90010 Campofelice di Roccella PA, Italy— +39 0921 930011
Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona - Barcelona, Spain
The 5-star Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona offers a prime location in the heart of the city just steps from Sagrada Familia. It was recently named the No. 1 Best City Hotel in Barcelona by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2023, offering a mix of timeless elegance, an unmatched 1,000-piece art collection, a luxurious spa, and a rooftop terrace with a restaurant/bar, a pool, and a magnificent 360-degree view. The spa includes a hydrotherapy circuit with a Jacuzzi, steam bath, sensation shower, and dry sauna, along with an extensive menu of massages, facials, and body treatments. In addition to rooftop dining featuring high-end gastronomy, Restaurant SOLC offers gourmet meals based on the area’s fresh bounty of ingredients, including fresh from the sea and its own farm. Accommodation is in rooms, suites, and penthouse apartments with multiple bedrooms, many of which include city views.
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5-star luxury property
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Rooftop terrace with 360-degree panoramic views of the city
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Top-floor spa with hydrotherapy circuit
Gleneagles Hotel - Auchterarder, Scotland
One of the best spa resorts in the United Kingdom, Gleneagles Hotel is renowned for its championship golf courses and its luxurious spa services. Set within a French chateau meets Scottish baronial building, guests can enjoy an outdoor heated pool, two indoor pools, a sauna, a steam room, a hot tub, and pampering spa treatments, including unique signature facials. Salon services are available too. Activities like horse riding and falconry can be enjoyed, and there’s a state-of-the-art gym too. To top it off, Gleneagles is a culinary destination with everything from casual fare to fine dining. The opulent rooms call come with flat-screen TVs and DVD players, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Some have balconies with a golf-course view.
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Championship golf courses, pro shop, and professional coaching
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Luxurious spa + indoor and outdoor pools
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Multiple dining options, including Scotland’s only 2 Michelin star restaurant
The, Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder PH3 1NF, UK— +44 1764 449041
Cashel Palace Hotel - Cashel, Ireland
Named after the Rock of Cashel, the Cashel Palace Hotel offers easy access via a private path to the iconic site that was the seat of local kings for several hundred years before the Norman invasion of the 12th century. It sits within a 1732 mansion on three acres with gardens and lush, rolling lawns while offering a view of the historic ruins. There’s a world-class spa with a pool, seaweed baths, and a menu of decadent treatments too. Donoghue’s, a restored Irish pub, is a popular place to enjoy a Guinness and on-site dining is impressive, with a menu of contemporary Irish dishes.
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World-class spa with a swimming pool
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Restored Irish pub and restaurant on-site
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Private path for access to the Rock of Cashel
Main St, St. Dominick's Abbey, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, E25 EF61, Ireland— +353 62 62002
Adare Manor - Adare, Ireland
Adare Manor is a great place to treat yourself, and it’s located in one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, Adare. Set within a neo-Gothic manor, it comes complete with lots of chandeliers and palatial ceilings as well as offering a fabulous full-service spa with a long list of treatment options. There’s also an indoor pool, a Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course, and a variety of activities like trout fishing, falconry, and horse riding, all on-site. When it comes to dining, there’s a Michelin-star restaurant with more than 300 wines to pair with the gourmet meals, while accommodation includes a collection of self-catering villas and rooms with upscale features like original fireplaces and all the usual high-tech.
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Full-service spa and an indoor pool
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Robert Trent Jones designed golf course + activities like fishing, horse riding, and falconry
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Michelin-star dining
Grand Hotel Tremezzo - Tremezzina, Lake Como, Italy
A popular Lake Como hotel with honeymooners and romance seekers of all types, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo is a 5-star property that sits along the shores, setting the standards of luxury hotels in Europe for decades. It sits within a palatial art nouveau building and includes the T Spa, which hosts a gorgeous infinity pool, a Turkish bath, a Mediterranean steam room, a sauna, emotional showers, and an ice fountain. There are three pools, including one that floats on the lake, a private beach, and a beachfront bistro. Rooms include the usual standards with lake or park views – some have balconies, and the rooftop suites come with butler service and terraces with hot tubs.
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Spa with an infinity pool, Turkish bath, and other facilities
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Private beach
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Floating pool on the lake
Les Sources des Caudalie - Martillac, France
A four-star resort hotel near Bordeaux, Les Sources des Caudalie is tucked into the heart of Smith Haut Lafitte vineyards. It’s home to the world’s first Vinotherapie Spa, which utilizes the natural underground spring along with vine and grape extracts for its treatments. Everything from red wine baths to Sauvignon massages and Cabarnet scrubs can be enjoyed here. Plus, there are two outstanding restaurants, La Table Du Lavoir and La Grand Vigne.
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Vinotherapie Spa for wine/grape-based treatments
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Indoor/outdoor pools and a hot tub
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Multiple on-site restaurants
Smith Haut-Lafitte, 33650 Martillac, France— +33 5 57 83 82 82
