Modern life often becomes too stressful and taking a break from it feels like the right thing to do.
The only thing that I can think of that is quite opposite of a long drive to work and days filled with just pure stress is a vacation at a wellness retreat.
If you wish to relax and restore the balance within your body, I have prepared a list of 5 relaxing wellness retreats that I have personally visited.
1. Anantara Kihavah, Maldives
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a luxury resort located in the Ba Atoll of the Maldives.
This serene and breathtaking destination features villas that offer guests an incredible experience both inside and out.
By combining the beauty of nature with modern amenities, this resort is creating a true oasis.
The luxurious villas come complete with private pools, terraces, and plunge pools overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters.
Each villa has been designed to emphasize wellness, featuring natural materials, interior designs, and calming colors to promote relaxation.
Guests have access to a variety of spa treatments including:
- Massage therapies
- Body wraps and scrubs
- Open-air bath
- Ayurvedic rituals
- Steam room
In addition to the spa treatments, guests can enjoy beauty treatments, yoga and meditation sessions, health consultations, and fitness activities.
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This wellness retreat features different accommodations including:
- Beach pool villa (1 king bed and 1 sofa bed)
- Sunset beach pool villa (1 king bed and 1 sofa bed)
- Over-water villa with private pool (1 king bed and 1 sofa bed)
- One-bedroom family beach pool villa (2 twin beds and 1 king bed)
- Sunset over water pool villa (1 king bed and 1 sofa bed)
The resort also features a number of luxurious dining opportunities, from beach restaurants to over-water fine dining experiences.
Guests have access to fresh seafood dishes as well as vegetarian options.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas also offers a variety of recreational activities such as catamaran cruises, wakeboarding, windsurfing, canoeing, and sunset swims at some of the pristine beaches in the area.
I definitely suggest taking a catamaran cruise to explore the nearby area.
2. Villa Eden, Italy
Villa Eden is a luxurious wellness retreat nestled in the enchanting backdrop of Merano, Italy.
As a member of Leading Hotels of the World, Villa Eden offers guests an unparalleled experience when it comes to luxury and wellness.
The resort features stunning views of the surrounding Dolomite Mountains and breathtaking gardens full of exotic flowers and plants.
We stayed at a deluxe double, but there are also other accommodations that you can choose from including:
- Double room (1 king bed)
- Deluxe Double (1 queen bed)
- Deluxe Double with mountain view (1 king bed)
- Junior suite (1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed)
- Suite (1 king bed)
The staff at Villa Eden take great pride in creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere for visitors to relax and rejuvenate.
Villa Eden’s expansive Wellness Centre invites guests to immerse themselves in an array of treatments designed to promote balance, peace, and relaxation.
Guests can enjoy:
- Therapeutic massages
- Detoxifying herbal baths
- Body scrub
- Solarium
I had a detoxifying herbal bath before, but I can tell you that my wife and I felt five years younger after just one treatment.
The facility also boasts a full range of modern fitness equipment, heated pools, and saunas as well as an open-air fitness area for yoga, aerobics, and other activities.
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To ensure guests can take full advantage of the wellness facilities, Villa Eden offers comprehensive programs designed to meet each person’s individual needs and goals.
Whether you’re looking for physical exercise, healthy nutrition, or emotional balance, their team will help create a personalized plan to maximize your time with them.
From specialized diet plans to spiritual retreats, Villa Eden is committed to helping guests achieve personal growth and reach optimal health.
3. Inns of Aurora, USA
Situated in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York, The Inns of Aurora offer a premier wellness experience.
Located on the shores and hills of Cayuga Lake, this stunning property is home to four distinct inns, each offering its own unique style and amenities.
There are two types of rooms that guests can choose from:
- Queen room – Wallcourt hall (1 queen bed)
- Queen room (1 queen bed)
Don’t be discouraged by only having to choose from two room types. The rooms are fantastic and everything was so clean.
Perhaps one of the most remarkable features of The Inns of Aurora is its extensive wellness facilities.
The Wellness Lodge is the centerpiece of their wellness offerings.
Here guests can enjoy:
- Yoga classes
- Massage therapy rooms
- An outdoor meditation garden
- A sauna
- Steam rooms
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
Specialized services are also available such as aromatherapy treatments using pure essential oils or energy work with healing stones.
They also have a variety of fitness classes such as pilates, tai chi, and qigong.
Inns of Aurora also offers a variety of activities to help guests relax and unwind.
Guests can take part in sunrise yoga on the lake, leisurely kayak rides, or walks along one of the many trails that surround the property.
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They also offer horseback riding, golfing, and fishing on request.
In addition to all these amenities, The Inns of Aurora also provide nutrition counseling with registered dietitians so guests are able to make healthier food choices while staying at the property.
Guests can learn about how to cook healthier meals and understand more about healthy eating habits during their stay.
4. Hotel Sommer, Germany
Hotel Sommer – Urlaubs- und Wellnesshotel, located in Fussen, Germany is an ideal destination to relax and rejuvenate.
It offers a number of wellness facilities such as a spa, sauna and Turkish bath, massage, and beauty treatments.
Its spa center features:
- An indoor pool with Jacuzzi
- Saunas with aroma therapy lighting and music
- Steam rooms
- Hot tubs
- Cold baths
We were told by the staff that we should go in a sauna to open up our skin pores and then go into the steam room to detox and finish it off with a cold bath. I can still remember how energetic I felt after this.
The hotel also has a fitness area which is equipped with modern gym equipment as well as several relaxation areas for guests to unwind.
Sommer’s wellness offerings also include yoga classes and meditation sessions, both of which are conducted by experienced instructors who can provide personalized advice on how to improve one’s well-being.
Guests can also benefit from nutritionist consultations, individualized dietary plans, and lifestyle management strategies.
At the hotel’s Wellness Boutique guests have access to a wide selection of wellness products including natural and organic cosmetics, aromatherapy oils, herbal teas, and supplements.
Additionally, the hotel offers workshops on healthy cooking techniques as well as special diets designed for specific health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.
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Guests can choose different accommodation types including:
- Standard double room (1 queen bed)
- Doppelzimmer Landhaus (1 queen bed)
- Superior double room (1 queen bed)
- Suite (1 queen bed)
- Standard single room (1 twin bed)
The hotel also organizes excursions to nearby attractions so that guests can explore their surroundings while taking in some fresh air.
For those looking for more active ways to relax, Hotel Sommer – Urlaubs- und Wellnesshotel provides a number of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and canoeing tours in and around the area.
5. Iberostar Selection Royal, Tunisia
Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour, Mahdia, Tunisia is a luxurious 5-star resort near the Mediterranean coast.
It has been designed to provide guests with an unforgettable experience, and its wellness facilities are no exception.
The hotel offers a range of spa treatments, from traditional hammam sessions to therapeutic massages.
Its wide selection of amenities also includes:
- An onsite fitness center with modern equipment
- An outdoor pool that overlooks the sandy beach
- A sauna
- Steam room for relaxation and rejuvenation
The Iberostar Selection Royal El Mansour also features a state-of-the-art gym that includes cardiovascular machines such as treadmills and ellipticals.
Guests can take part in a variety of classes, from yoga and aqua aerobics to spinning and Pilates.
Fitness instructors are on hand to help guests reach their goals and answer any questions they may have.
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In addition to the fitness facilities, there are also several outdoor activities available such as volleyball, beach soccer, and kayaking.
There are different types of rooms including:
- Double room (2 twin beds and 1 queen bed)
- Superior double room (2 twin beds)
- Double room (2 twin beds) with sea view
- Junior suite (1 king bed) with sea view
- Family room (1 twin bed and 1 king bed)
- Single room (1 twin bed)
We were kind of short on the budget for this trip so we chose a single room, which was totally fine.
Guests can also choose to relax at the hotel’s large pool or on the private beach with its white sand, crystal-clear water, and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Final Words
Spending a vacation in a wellness retreat is something else.
When modern life becomes too stressful, surround yourself with nature and rejuvenate your body in a peaceful environment at one of these five wellness retreats and thank me later.
