Spa & wellness short breaks

Perhaps Crete’s most famous address, Blue Palace was reimagined for 2024 yet remains gloriously and authentically Cretan.

A world-class retreat perched high on a hillside with ‘dive right in’ Atlantic Ocean views.

Surrounded by vineyards and orchards, this romantic resort offers the ultimate in seclusion and luxury.

A vibrant village-style resort near Maspalomas promenade, with top wellness facilities.

Offering innovative activities and tranquility in equal measures, this inviting resort is as perfect for families as it is for couples.

Excellent wellness and sports facilities as well as exemplary service make this hotel a regular favourite.

Surrounded by magnificent parkland, experience the opulence of staying in an historical building.

Stunning views, sophisticated décor and exceptional hospitality come together at this luxurious hotel.

Luxury and tranquillity at an exclusive tented camp raised above the Mara plains for spectacular views.

Arrive in style at one of Oman’s most luxurious resorts, settled within a majestic mountain backdrop.

An Arabian fortress of decadent pool villas for luxury desert escapism.

An Arabic-influenced resort right on the waterfront with copious facilities.

A boutique retreat with appealing intimacy and a breathtaking pool hanging over the valley.

This intimate and stylish spa resort is a haven of romance and relaxation.

A chilled-out tropical paradise with pool suites and villas and a relaxed ‘no shoes’ vibe.

This romantic boutique hideaway sits in tropical gardens that lead to a secluded beach.

This resort blends eco-friendly luxury with traditional Thai style in a beachfront setting.

Backed by rainforest and overlooking a white sand bay, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is both escapist and adventurous.

An exotic hideaway set on an idyllic rainforest-clad island off Malaysia’s west coast.

An exceptional and award-winning beachfront all-spa inclusive resort, dedicated to wellness and relaxation.

This chic resort is dedicated to relaxation and offers a quiet setting away from lively Nha Trang.

Set in a private bay, this adults-only resort is a contemporary choice with many facilities.

A boutique wellness hotel just for adults located on the beautiful two-mile Malabar beach.

Enjoy blissful relaxation on a 135-acre private island paradise, accessible only by boat.

A fusion of Dutch and Portuguese styles, The Fortress is stylish, luxurious and right on the beach.

A makeover of a classic property has brought an increased level of luxury to the Bentota coastline.

A sprawling retreat overlooking a national marine park and ideally suited to families.

Perched above a picturesque private cove, this luxury hideaway offers mesmerising views over the Mediterranean and a cool, sophisticated vibe.

This chic resort close to Dubrovnik has fabulous wellness facilities and great family activities.

This is a delightful beachfront resort with a traditional Cypriot style, offering award-winning service.

This exceptional resort is design-led, in a glorious beachfront setting and features world-class facilities.

A lavish beachfront village-style resort with superb facilities for all ages.

An indulgent hotel in the style of an Arabian palace, with a sumptuous spa and private beach.

This sophisticated resort has excellent facilities including one of Borneo’s finest spas and fun water play areas.

Treat your body and mind to complete relaxation and rejuvenation.

With its jaw-dropping views, exceptional service and lavish suites and villas, this exclusive resort is redefining luxury on the south coast.

This recently renovated resort combines a unique design with an indulgent spa, magical views and facilities for all ages.

A spacious and family-friendly resort with excellent facilities, accommodation and service.

This sun-kissed resort is part family friendly haven, part grown up's Algarve playground.

Blissful seafront escape at an elegant resort in Calheta, one of Madeira’s prettiest and sunniest spots.

Soak up spellbinding views, a two Michelin-star restaurant and pools that tumble down to the sea.

Tucked away in a beautiful park overlooking the Gulf of Naples, this elegant hotel has a central location and a thermal spa.

A stylish base for exploring the unspoilt region of Puglia.

An elegant old-world retreat on quiet Gozo with an award-winning spa.

The most central of the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa’s hotels and home to CHI, The Spa.

One of Muscat’s most distinguished hotels with a reputation for exceptional personalised service.

Where mangroves and endemic species meet, is an unspoiled hideaway connected with Borneo’s nature.

Set on pristine white sands, this exceptional resort oozes elegance and offers world-class service and tranquil relaxation.

This luxurious haven showcases the island’s natural beauty.

Relax and re-energise at this boutique wellness retreat, divided into adults-only and family-friendly sections.

Chic and contemporary, Velassaru appeals to style-hunters and seclusion-seekers.

The ideal choice for those looking for a swanky escape from the buzz of the strip without compromising on location.

A grand village-style resort with impressive facilities as well as dedicated adults-only and family areas.

A resort combining exquisite lake views, an unrivalled wellbeing ethos and exemplary service.

A wellness hotel with thermal pools and a fantastic setting on Maronti beach.

A chic and contemporary oceanside retreat set on the edge of Oman’s capital.

On the iconic Palm Jumeirah, this hotel exudes a luxury inspired by opulent Ottoman palaces.

Sri Lankan-inspired design, Anantara’s renowned experience-focused luxury and a breathtaking setting await at this award-winning resort.

This shiny new hotel is creating a stir in Corfu's luxury hotel scene.

This decadent Minoan Palace-style resort is edged by a beautiful beach and show-stopping pool.

Set on golden sands in mountainous northern Greece, this luxury hotel will impress couples and families.

Featuring a private pool with every villa, the new Eagles Villas is a luxurious addition to the award-winning Eagles Palace.

Make yourself at home in a luxury sea-facing suite on the renowned Abama golf course.

This beachfront resort is styled as a Thai village with opulent details and lagoon-filled gardens.

A stunning resort in a secluded location with captivating views of Lamai Bay.

An elegant eco resort with exceptional service and luxurious spa treatments in a tranquil natural setting.

This chic resort has sleek private pool villas and a seamless combination of indoor/outdoor living.

Set in the heart of Hoi An, this unique resort is dedicated to wellbeing and relaxation.

Exquisitely renovated from top to toe, Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is a resplendent resort on the glorious west coast of Mauritius and in a prime spot to admire sultry Indian Ocean sunsets.

This boutique hotel on Hvar’s promenade is a luxurious base for a chic spa break.

A paradisiacal hideaway that is perfect for an active sport and spa break, as well as luxe family holidays.

Modern luxury on the white sands of Abu Dhabi’s exclusive Saadiyat Island.

Understated luxury and sheer elegance within a resort of palatial yet simple Cypriot style

An intimate resort providing a complete luxury escape, Baros is where style meets simplicity.

Overlooking Paphos harbour, this popular resort has a modern style and state-of-the-art amenities.

An easy going and well-equipped hotel for an active break on Funchal’ coastline.

This luxury retreat celebrates Deià’s artistic heritage, in an idyllic setting with superb inclusions.

The newest hotel at Madinat Jumeirah, set on a private beach overlooking the iconic Burj Al Arab.

Switch off in style on the golden sands of exclusive Palm Jumeirah Island.

Surrounded by secluded gardens, pools and a private beach, this intimate sanctuary excels at pampering its guests.

Stylish Polynesian interiors, impeccable service and picture-perfect views over the Arabian Gulf.

An opulent beach resort with epic dining on the Palm Jumeirah archipelago.

A stylish hilltop retreat, an award-winning pool and breathtaking rainforest and rice paddy views.

A world-class wellness retreat offering cliff-hanging seclusion and crystal-clear ocean views.

A cool, coastal, adults-only wellness retreat with an emphasis on mind, body and soul.

Superb facilities, renowned Oberoi service and some of the best beachfront views in Bali.

A peaceful escape of rice paddy and river views, authentic Balinese hospitality and contemporary design.

A stay in a DoublePool Villa feels like a stay in a miniature Thai palace.

This secluded hillside resort overlooks a peaceful beach and offers a range of activities and accommodations.

The epitome of luxury, this exclusive hotel is a paradise for couples, families and golfers seeking a lavish beachfront retreat.

Cool and contemporary but wonderfully down to earth, this Italian-owned and subtly Asian-inspired retreat is one of our new favourite islands.

A stylish and idyllic hideaway set amid vast, luxuriant tropical gardens with freeform pools.

An intimate and romantic retreat with a sublime setting and renowned Oberoi service.

The jewel of Madinat Jumeirah, designed to resemble a Sheikh’s opulent summer residence.

An intimate hideaway overlooking Ubud’s glorious terraced rice paddies.

A calm and serene island where every villa has a private pool.

Serene and intimate, this island is the epitome of Robinson Crusoe-style luxury.

There are so many opportunities to create your own Maldivian experiences across tropical twin islands – Chill and Play.

Elivi Skiathos is a design-led dream of sleek pools, secluded suites and glittering Greek luxury.

A lavish salmon-pink palace with excellent spa and golf facilities, set in 250 acres of woodland.

A landmark hotel in an unbeatable location, with designer shops and cool cafés on your doorstep.

A tranquil yet urban escape, this beautiful hotel is set just off of Lisbon’s most elegant boulevard.

An elegant retreat on the edge of an 18th-century garden with a geothermal pool and a host of rare plants.

A beautiful couples-only hotel with a self-assured swagger, set on a Blue Flag-awarded beach in Paphos.

An historic 14th-Century bolthole with a relaxed focus on wellness and enrichment.

A romantic retreat in the Mallorcan countryside, home to the Balearics only thermal water spa.

Surrounded by golf courses, this elegant hotel comes with a fantastic food scene, creative cocktail bar and Roman Bath spa.

A timeless late 19th-century architectural masterpiece, recently renovated to create a blend of classic charm and modern luxury.

A royal residence-style getaway set on the sparkling UNESCO-protected Bay of Kotor.

A traditional Middle Eastern hotel in a series of creamy stone buildings that blush pink at sunset, steps from the Dead Sea.

Quench quiet time cravings at this contemporary hotel, edging the Red Sea’s white-sand shores.

A luxurious hotel that makes the most of the surrounding dramatic landscapes.

A grand hotel with an award-winning spa on Ajman’s coast.

A stylish and contemporary retreat on a quiet stretch of a glorious golden beach.

The only resort located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site and overlooking the Pitons, Ladera gives you a sense of exclusivity from the get-go.

A luxury low-key resort in a spectacular secluded setting.

Adults-only, all-inclusive Hurawalhi is a place to slow the pace, ditch the shoes, dine under the sea and sleep over the waves.

This modern island hideout ticks all the boxes for families, honeymooners, and friends alike.

This exclusive mountain retreat, surrounded by tropical gardens within The Black River Gorges National Park, is one of our best-kept secrets.

Surrounded by unspoiled mountain scenery, this boutique resort is a haven of tranquillity and home to Sri Lanka’s first destination spa.

With its focus on laidback luxury, and its flexible accommodation and dining options, this intimate beachside property is an enviable grown-up hideaway.

A famed rainforest eco-resort of bubbling hot springs at the foot of Arenal Volcano.

Join parrots, toucans and monkeys high up on the mountainside for an experience of a lifetime in one of Costa Rica’s most breathtaking settings.

Ravishing rainforest retreat overlooking Arenal Volcano, where wellness takes priority and the wonders of the jungle come to life.

A gloriously storied hotel on the Portuguese Riviera. Split your time between pool days, spa treatments and exploring the sights of Lisbon, Cascais and Sintra.

With two beaches, romantic restaurants and just 86 bedrooms, Capo d’Orso is geared towards couples looking for an utterly gorgeous Italian escape.

Surrounded by olive groves and the Tuscan countryside, this is a picture-perfect spot for a wellbeing escape.

An ultra-modern beach retreat packed with restaurants, fun-focused facilities and an east-meets-west spa

An oceanfront paradise packed with unique experiences and with a refreshing focus on wellness.