11 Wellness Destinations To Book Now
UK
Best For State-Of-The-Art Spa
South Lodge, West Sussex
On the outskirts of Horsham with stunning views of the South Downs, the vast, state-of-the-art spa at South Lodge has three pools, a cold-water lake for wild swimming, a botanical sauna, salt steam room and an icy bucket shower. The nature-inspired treatments include Di-Vine experiences using products containing grapevine extracts from the hotel’s vineyard. The hotel has 96 luxe rooms and suites but has recently added stunning lakeside lodges, known as The Reeds – these duplex chalets include two spa lodges, each with a steam shower, outdoor whirlpool and halotherapy (dry salt) sauna. If you’re feeling active, there are two tennis courts, a large gym and a spin studio. To keep things healthy, eat at Botanica where the menu is Mediterranean-inspired with a choice of plant-based dishes or lean, healthy meats and fish; or book into the elegant Camellia restaurant which features modern, seasonal dishes crafted from local produce from the hotel’s walled garden. Or blow the budget with the seven-course tasting menu and wine pairings at Michelin-starred The Pass, which is situated in the heart of the kitchen.
Rooms from £308 per night; lodges from £1,200.
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Best For Pampering
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Lake District
Set in the heart of the Lake District, the spa suites at Relais & Châteaux Gilpin Hotel & Lake House provide the ultimate spa sanctuary, where you’ll be pampered without needing to leave your room. Each suite has an open-plan living area, a private bedroom that 'floats' over the surrounding pond and a dedicated spa room, with fabulous facilities including a statement bath, steam room, sauna, infrared lounge bed, state-of-the-art automated massage chair and space for in-room spa treatments. Plus, there's an outdoor stone hot tub – the perfect place to sit back and enjoy the spectacular views of the Lakeland fells. After a day of indulgence, head for an Asian-inspired meal at Gilpin Spice or enjoy a Michelin-starred tasting menu at SOURCE by Gilpin.
Spa suites from £1,200 per night.
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SHORT-HAUL
Best For Self-Discovery
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda, Italy
In a spectacular location above Lake Garda, Lefay is one of the best spas in Italy and offers a variety of wellness experiences. If you want to try something different, its recently launched Letting Go programme is all about self-discovery, contemplation and going with the flow, rather than controlling life with fitness fads and health kicks. The aim of the programme is to abandon the concept of control to create the space to observe and experience new things and bring a sense of renewal and confidence. The three-night programme is based on the principles of classical Chinese medicine and features activities focused on breathing, reopening the senses and rediscovering yourself. You’ll be taken through a number of stages, including an energy body scrub with bran and olive oil, conscious breath exercises, a massage to stimulate different senses using music, sound and touch, and a water Shiatsu session in the salt-water pool. If this is not for you, you can also enjoy the spa’s à la carte treatments or choose from a variety of mental and physical wellness programmes including weight loss, detox, sleep, beauty and improved posture. Accommodation here is modern in style, all with serene views of the lake. There are two restaurants to choose from – Gramen is a non-meat restaurant with creative dishes inspired by ingredients found in the therapeutic gardens; and La Limonaia is inspired by the traditional lemon houses that are found around Lake Garda and offers contemporary Mediterranean cuisine.
The three-night Letting Go programme costs from €1,945 (approx. £1,650) per person staying in a Prestige Junior Suite, including all meals and treatments in the programme. The resort closes for three weeks from 6th-28th January 2026.
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Best For A Medical Reset
Chenot Palace Weggis, Switzerland
Facing the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne, this is Chenot’s flagship resort. With over 50 years’ experience, the Chenot Method is an integrated approach to wellbeing that will reset you mentally as well as physically so you can maintain an active lifestyle while reducing the risk of age-related illnesses and chronic diseases. Its recently launched five-night The Body Insight and Optimisation programme uses the latest in medical technology and diagnostics to understand the body, optimise health and increase longevity. It has been designed not as a detox, but a focused experience for those seeking clarity, measurable progress and scientifically supported strategies to live healthier for longer. Led by Dr George Gaitanos and his philosophy that old age does not have to mean functional decline, the programme will provide you with a clear, time-efficient overview of your current health status, using a combination of 24 diagnostic elements, including advanced medical screenings, tailored treatments and expert-led physical and educational sessions to gain personalised insight into your body’s current state. In a Chenot-first, the anti-inflammatory vegetarian Functional Diet will be tailored to you and designed to nourish, repair and reduce inflammation without burdening metabolic function.
Five-night programmes start from CHF 6100 (approx. £5,477), including diagnostic tests, medical consultations, treatments and the Functional Diet. The accommodation at Chenot Palace Weggis is additional and starts from CHF 410 (approx. £355 / $450) per night.
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Best For A Secluded Alpine Hideaway
eriro, Ehrwald, Austria
Situated 1,550 metres up in the Austrian Alps, eriro is a secluded nine-bedroom sanctuary, accessible only by cable car and far removed from the world below. Perfect after the festive rush, this is the place to slow down and reconnect with guided walks in snow-dusted forests and peaceful moments in the basement spa. Set among wild rocks and alpine meadows, the spa offers views of the majestic Tajakopf mountain and features meditation pools and Finnish saunas crafted from local wood. Treatments are rooted in seasonal Alpine wisdom and tailored to each guest following a consultation. Massages are inspired by five medicinal herbs, mountain arnica, St John's wort, yarrow, ribwort plantain and nettle, all chosen to restore natural balance. Yoga and meditation sessions further anchor body, mind and soul.
Rooms from £1,315 per night on an all-inclusive basis.
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Best For Hard-Core Fasting
Buchinger Wilhelmi, Überlingen, Southern Germany
Founded by pioneering physician and philosopher Dr Otto Buchinger, and with over 100 years of expertise in therapeutic fasting, Buchinger Wilhelmi offers a truly holistic approach to wellness. Overlooking Lake Constance near the border with Switzerland, it’s a top choice if you’re looking for a scientifically grounded yet restorative experience – blending medical care with mindful rejuvenation. Today, the clinic is run by a team of seven doctors, supported by specialists in massage therapy, counselling, nutrition and personal training. Together, they guide guests through highly personalised programmes to help them push their ‘reset’ button in both body and mind. For a full reboot, the signature ten-day fasting programme includes six days of fasting – expect fresh, organic broths, herbal teas and cold-pressed juices – followed by a carefully curated four-day reintroduction to food. Cultural and physical activities form a core part of the experience, including yoga, meditation, hiking, art classes, concerts and spa treatments. Shorter, booster three-night programmes are available, for example the Relax package which focuses on healthy gourmet food and deep relaxation.
Ten-day fasting programmes start from €4,078 (approx. £3,530) per person – includes two consultations with a doctor, daily nurse checkups, food/drink, fasting provisions, an allowance towards therapies and treatments, and daily activities. Shorter, non-fasting stays are also available from €1,356 (approx. £1,173) based on a minimum stay of three nights – includes one consultation with a doctor, food/drink, an allowance towards therapies and treatments and daily activities.
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LONG-HAUL
Best For Spiritual Wellness
Chablé Yucatán, Mérida, Mexico
Tucked deep in the jungle outside Mérida on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, this resort was once a beautiful hacienda that has been transformed into a stunning spa retreat with 38 chic private villas. Spread throughout sprawling gardens around a cenote (a natural cave formation considered sacred by the Mayans), this is the place for total relaxation and a chance to fully disconnect. Here, wellness is rooted in ancient Mayan wisdom, spiritual healing and the natural energy of the jungle. New this year are the Transformative Experiences – curated wellness journeys designed to harmonise mind, body and spirit. These begin before arrival with a personalised consultation, enabling the team to design a bespoke itinerary tailored to your emotional and physical needs. Highlights include: Soul Union Ceremony – a sacred rite performed at the cenote’s edge, where guests are blessed by a local medicine woman in a deeply symbolic spiritual ritual; Cacao Ceremony Circle – a soulful group experience that uses ceremonial cacao, chants and sound healing to open the heart and deepen self-awareness; Biomagnetic Therapy – a modern Mexican technique that uses magnets to rebalance the body’s pH and immune system; and Reiki in the Cenote – a meditative energy healing session surrounded by the restorative power of water and nature.
From $1,019 (approx. £822) per night for a Casita with private pool on a B&B basis.
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Best For Energy Renewal
RAKxa, Bangkok, Thailand
Located south of Bangkok on the tranquil Bang Krachao island (also known as the capital’s protected ‘Green Lung’), RAKxa is one of Thailand’s leading integrative wellness retreats. This November, it is launching four new programmes designed to address the most pressing health concerns of modern life. The Sleep Enhancement programme addresses sleep disorders caused by stress, technology and disrupted circadian rhythms. Sleep is essential for recovery, regulation and renewal, and the five- or seven-night programme targets the root causes of imbalance through bodywork, vibrational healing, breathwork and traditional herbal compresses. For those leading high-pressure lifestyles, the Energy Renewal programme provides a comprehensive solution for burnout and chronic fatigue. Also available for five or seven nights, it promises to restore energy levels, enhance mental clarity and regulate the body's stress response by addressing hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies and nervous system dysregulation. The Women's Health programme addresses the unique wellness needs of women across all life stages, combining advanced diagnostics with traditional healing to support hormonal balance, emotional wellbeing and feminine vitality. Finally, the Integrative Longevity programme is RAKxa's most comprehensive approach to healthy ageing. Using advanced laboratory diagnostics combined with traditional Thai, Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, the treatments aim to enhance vitality, preserve cognitive function and extend healthspan.
All four programmes include comprehensive consultations, personalised treatments, accommodation in a luxury Garden Villa, wellness meals and access to world-class hydrotherapy facilities.
Programme rates start from THB 280,000 (approx. £6,370). Bookings now available for stays from 1st November 2025.
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Best For Ayurvedic Treatments
Soukya, Bangalore, India
Known for its yoga and wellness programmes and Ayurvedic treatments, Soukya – on the outskirts of Bangalore – has been one of King Charles’s favourite places for years and where he and Queen Camilla stayed last November after their tour of Australia and Samoa. Part of a 30-acre organic farm, Soukya (which means harmony in Sanskit) was founded by holistic physician Dr Issac Mathai, and offers a range of customised programmes that treat the root of physical, mental and emotional imbalance. Guests begin with an in-depth medical consultation, after which a personalised daily plan is created, blending Ayurveda, homeopathy, naturopathy, yoga and hydrotherapy. Signature programmes include: Detox & Rejuvenation – a powerful reset using Panchakarma, the gold standard of Ayurvedic cleansing; Stress Management & Burnout Recovery – ideal for overwhelmed minds, this combines yoga therapy, energy healing and tailored nutrition to restore calm; Chronic Illness & Lifestyle Disease Management – from insomnia to autoimmune issues, guests are supported by an integrated clinical team; and Holistic Weight Loss & Skin Health – these programmes focus on deep cellular wellness, not on quick fixes. Soukya offers the space and expertise to genuinely transform, and the ethos is discreet yet luxe – expect open-air yoga shalas, organic gardens that feed the kitchen and peaceful villas that mirror the serenity of the surroundings.
A seven-day stay starts from £445 per night based on single occupancy and includes accommodation, the Ayurvedic programme, group yoga and weekly activities.
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Best For A Soulful Escape
Nirjhara, Bali
Far from the tourist trail in the heart of Kedungu in southwest Bali, Nirjhara is a serene, eco-conscious retreat and an ideal sanctuary to recharge after the festive season. Set within the soulful landscape that inspired Eat Pray Love, it offers a gateway to Bali’s more authentic side. At the heart of the experience is The Retreat, Nirjhara’s spa, where ancient healing practices meet holistic therapies, from reiki and sound healing to massages, scrubs and reflexology. Guests can also take part in spiritual “blessings”, including a rejuvenating journey through Ubud’s foothills, complete with breathwork, cleansing rituals at Sebatu’s sacred springs and waterfall meditations guided by a local spiritual leader. Beyond the spa, Nirjhara offers a host of activities – think morning surf sessions at Kedungu beach and advanced breaks in Canggu to sunset horse rides across rice paddies and black-sand shores. Out and about with a local guide, you can also discover Bali’s quieter side through the winding backroads of Tabanan and Badung.
Rooms from £655 per night.
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Best For Restoring Vitality
Six Senses, Various Destinations
Six Senses is redefining female wellness with the launch of its pioneering Female Wellness Program, designed in collaboration with renowned women’s health advocate Dr Mindy Pelz. Rooted in the brand’s holistic approach to well-being, this transformative programme addresses key aspects of women’s health, including perimenopause, menopause and hormonal balance. Offering bespoke three-, five- and seven-day experiences at select Six Senses properties, guests will gain invaluable insights into their body’s natural rhythms while embracing science-backed practices such as fasting in sync with hormonal cycles, continuous glucose monitoring and sleep optimisation. Each stay is carefully curated, integrating personalised wellness screenings, nourishing cuisine based on Six Senses’ ‘Eat With Six Senses’ philosophy and locally inspired treatments to restore balance and vitality. Guests can also access exclusive video content from Dr Pelz, covering key topics such as metabolic health, fasting for hormonal balance and essential lifestyle changes after 40. Having launched this year at five properties, the programme will expand to all Six Senses properties worldwide in the coming months.
Currently available at Six Senses Douro Valley, Six Senses Rome, Six Senses Kanuhura, Six Senses Ninh Van Bay and Six Senses Crans-Montana, the Female Wellness programmes are available year-round and can be followed as a solo traveller or as part of a group or family trip.
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