Best Wellness Hotels in Spain

Located on the Costa Adeje Golf Course, the award-winning Hotel Royal Garden Villas boasts twenty-eight sensational 1- to 3-bedroom villas, each with a private, heated pool and features the Queen Villa with Pavillion. There are three dining venues, including the gourmet Jardín restaurant with its extensive wine cellar, as well as the option to enjoy floating brunch from the comfort of your own pool. There is also a weekly poolside dining experience with a tasting menu and live music. Guests can enjoy the exclusive Golden Pond Spa with lavish treatments and facilities including Hydromassage showers, a Turkish Bath, and a fitness centre. Unique couples Spa packages are also available. The hotel also boasts scenic sailing and fishing trips aboard the ‘Royal Garden’ boat where you can spot Canarian marine life.

The seaside Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort has been stylishly designed to capture the essence of a traditional 19th-century, Canarian colonial villa. With tremendous views of the Atlantic Ocean, the hotel boasts 386 beautifully decorated rooms, 58 suites and 40 private villas, including the Presidential Suite and the luxurious Suite Imelda with a private outdoor jacuzzi. The stunning Casas Ducales feature deluxe rooms and suites, including a lavish Presidential Suite, and exclusive services. Each villa is built into volcanic stone and offers a private plunge pool & solarium terrace. There are 9 dining venues serving local and international cuisine including Michelin-starred Nub Restaurant in addition to 14 bars & lounges. There is an award-winning Spa with immersive treatments at Bahía Wellness Retreat as well as a fitness centre with personalised physiotherapy options and a beauty studio. There is a tranquil outdoor Vitality pool with a Thalassotherapy circuit, complete with a Hammam, and outdoor solarium.

Located on the Costa Adeje’s ‘Golden Mile’, JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar (formerly Iberostar Grand El Mirador) is an adults-only Canarian sanctuary overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There is an array of suites to choose from including the Star Prestige Sea-view Suite with a 30m2 terrace and access to the exclusive Star Prestige area, La Balconada. La Balconada features a pool, sun terrace and an open bar among other services. There are 3 restaurants and 2 bars to enjoy including fine dining at El Cenador gourmet restaurant. The 1,000m2 SPA Sensations offers personalised treatments and a large spa circuit, complete with a hydrodynamic pool and a whirlpool bath. The hotel has a fully equipped fitness room with sea views; a professional squash court; and discounted green fees at the top 5 golf courses on the island.

At the foot of the imposing Mount Teide, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, sits the luxurious Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora. This five-star sanctuary boasts 19 room options ranging from deluxe rooms and suites to RedLevel-exclusive accommodations including the RedLevel Master Suite Ocean View with Bathtub on the Terrace. RedLevel services include access to reserved and private areas of the hotel; preferential reservations for eateries and facilities; and butler service. There are 10 restaurants and bars to choose from and guests can enjoy live music performances and evening entertainment at the Plaza Atlántica. The hotel is home to four outdoor pools, including the longest infinity pool in Europe, in addition to an indoor spa pool. There are 2000m2 of spa facilities, a 24-hour fitness centre and tennis and paddle courts. The hotel is family-friendly and offers a kids club and designated water play park with slides as well as adults-only areas and experiences. It is also pet-friendly.

The colonial-style, adults-only Hacienda del Conde Meliã Collection resort is nestled in the natural beauty of Tenerife and overlooks the Teno Massif. Part of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World”, this five-star hotel offers eight luxurious accommodation types including deluxe rooms and suites overlooking the sea and nearby Buenavista Golf Course. Suite packages include green fees for golf lovers and cycling equipment for cyclists in addition to terraces and whirlpool bathtubs for all to enjoy. There are six dining venues to choose from and a range of local and international cuisine in gourmet and casual settings. Guests can relax by the stunning, two-tiered swimming pool with Bali beds and sea views. There is a wellness centre offering treatments and sauna and hydrotherapy facilities. Guests can also make use of the fitness centre offering tours, classes and golf lessons.

Looking like it has stepped out of a 1970s postcard, OD Talamanca is an unlikely winner in the Ibiza hotel fashion stakes. However, this stalwart has earned itself legions of devoted fans. This is because OD Talamanca has experience on its side, and decades of catering for Ibizan fans have ensured this hotel a badge of honour in terms of customer service and practicality. Situated a little further out of town, OD Talamanca has an unusually large amount of space, meaning that it is able to offer rarities such as parking. Expect round-the-clock facilities that will fit even the most eccentric of schedules.

Six Senses Ibiza offers guests an all-encompassing experience that is rooted in the local culture, and celebrates music, art, sustainable fashion, wellness and spirituality – all characteristics that have become synonymous with the island. Set on the crystalline Cala Xarraca, the hotel comprises 116 guest accommodations in the form of townhouses, pool suites and beachfront caves. The spa expands over 1,200 square meters and offers a range of pioneering treatments, and the range of activities; such as yoga, SUP, mountain biking, cooking will suit every level of energy. Organic, seasonal and responsibly sourced ingredients are served in every restaurant and are crafted into delightful dishes by Celebrity Chef and founding father of new Israeli cuisine, Eyal Shani. Guests will feel truly relaxed and organically rejuvenated after their stay at Six Senses Ibiza.

Personal service, exclusivity, and tranquillity. These are just some of the words that describe family-owned Atzaró, which has made a name for itself as a carefully crafted bubble of peace and tranquillity on an island known for adventure. Atzaró brings together authentic design with modern comfort, offering a gentle oasis filled with private hideaways. Known for its stunning pools and lily ponds, Atzaró is a firm favourite amongst those who want a secluded retreat. Situated slightly away from the party avenues, Atzaró is perfectly primed for those wanting to explore the countryside.

Encapsulating the image of Baleriac bliss, Ca Na Xica is a vision of secluded loveliness. Drawing its inspiration from the heart of historic Ibiza, Ca Na Xica is set apart from the bustle of Ibizan nightlife in the sanctuary of the countryside. Ca Na Xica has a tick for every box, meaning that the hotel provides a one-stop retreat for those who want to do nothing more than relax. A particular architectural theme of the hotel is to blend the indoors with nature, which is achieved by open glass panels and quiet enclaves, allowing the natural sounds and scents to flood the lightly enclosed spaces.

Dedicated to ramping the getaway experience up a notch, Ses Piteras is dedicated to relaxation. Situated next to a glorious vista of beaches, Ses Piteras embraces minimalist design and twenty-first-century chique. Every detail has been taken care of, from an on-site spa to a rooftop terrace. Ses Piteras counters the long days of sunshine with soothing water, creating the perfect accompaniment to the warmth of Ibiza. The hotel is ideally situated for both relaxing and roaming and offers a welcoming return after nights of partying.

Sometimes a holiday is all about getting out and exploring. And then there are the times when the hotel is an idyllic base that becomes a destination in its own right. The Casa Munich Hotel is a case in point. Lovingly developed to be a home-from-home, the Casa Munich also boasts an astonishing location. Nestled between pearly beaches, the rolling Salinas salt plains, and the historical heart of the island, the Casa Munich is a hidden gem. Expect peace, tranquillity, crystal-clean pools, and an uninterrupted night’s sleep in crisp, cool linen. In the morning, step out and lose yourself in the beating heart of the island. This is a perfect hotel for anyone looking to explore Ibiza for the first time, or who admires articulate design and understated comfort.

This modern meets mid-century five-star hotel lies ten minutes from Girona, within the PGA Catalunya Resort – making it extremely popular with golf enthusiasts. On the Conde Nast Traveller Gold List and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Camiral is the epitome of elegance and chic. The Mediterranean restaurant, chilled out brasserie and bars (including a pool bar) provide ample opportunity for socialising. While a fitness centre, on-site activities, an infinity pool surrounded by luxe loungers, and a spa ensure there’s plenty to keep guests occupied – be it relaxing, or getting active. It accommodates 149 rooms with Elemis toiletries and pillow menus.