Best Wellness Hotels in Turkey

Hidden upon a cliff-top which overlooks the spectacular Barbaros Bay and its unspoilt landscape, this Kempinski owned resort is ideal for those looking for seafront style and natural grandeur. Classically decorated with high ceilings, traditional Turkish architecture, drapes and opulent furnishings, guests have access to private beaches lusciously kitted out with wicker beds and shielded, green vegetation. The service is friendly and the facilities top notch, with a choice of 3 restaurants on-site: Italian, Aegean and Vietnamese. A Turkish themed beach bar offers poolside lunches and evening drinks on a spectacular seafront patio.

Raffles is part of the award-winning Zorlu Centre. Unlike many of the surrounding hotels, it is designed with a modern Turkish look. It doesn’t feature any Ottoman references. The public spaces outside the hotel are adorned with Turkish and international art. The hotel has many essential services. These include a kids’ club, bar, restaurant, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, pool, laundry and room service. They also have free Wi-Fi. The rooms are beautifully designed with works of art that are inspired by the Blue Mosque. They also have Nespresso machines and tablet computers for guests. Raffles has two restaurants: Arola and Lavinia. The first one focuses on Spanish cuisine while the second one specialises in contemporary Turkish mezes.

This hotel was transformed from a 19th-century palace to one of the most luxurious places you can stay when vacationing in Istanbul. It is located in Bosphorus, one of the best neighbourhoods in the city. This location allows visitors to watch the romantic sunset from a waterfront position. The hotel has 170 guest rooms, and these include 25 suites. The entire building features ancient Ottoman architecture, and the decorations are also inspired by contemporary designs. Visitors can also enjoy spending time in the large outdoor swimming pool that overlooks the Bosphorus Strait. Alternatively, they can spend time in the well-lit underground swimming pool. This one also features underwater music.

Maçakizi hotel is named after the Queen of Spades, known for her intelligence and beauty and the hotel certainly lives up to its namesake. Stylish and sophisticated with a cool laid-back vibe it’s easy to see why this is a popular choice for the cool crowd in Bodrum, with celebrities such as Mick Jagger named on the guest book. The hotel is conveniently located and comprises of 74 rooms including 21 suites – for the utmost in privacy choose the Upper Deck suite which is hidden away on the hillside. Guests can take a quick dip in the small hotel pool or head to the seafront deck for the full Aegean aquatic experience. For those wanting something less strenuous guests can indulge in a treatment in the open-plan Nuxe spa treatment rooms. Dinner here is a glamorous affair in terms of ambience and cuisine with a wonderful menu ranging from fresh Mediterranean dishes to traditional Turkish cuisine. Each dish is a work of art and dining here truly is gastronomic experience. The Maçakizi family is expanding with the recent additions to its portfolio including Villa Maçakizi for the ultimate in a private getaway and the Maçakizi Halas 71 the sophisticated yacht which is available for charter and features the unique and high class dining experience the hotel name has become famous for.

This hotel is part of a Hong-Kong group. It is located in Besiktas district on the European banks of the Bosphorus Strait. The hotel has a classic design, with a lot of marble being part of the construction. To complete the look, the hotel employs Turkish and Asian staff. Service in the hotel is personalised and swift. Some available amenities in the hotel include a bar, laundry, pool, room service, hammam, fitness centre, parking and a restaurant. The hotel has 186 rooms, and these have been noted to be some of the most spacious in the entire city.

This hotel is set near the Taksim Square, and that puts visitors within walking distance of many tourist attractions in the city. A notable advantage of this hotel is the east-facing rooms that give you a perfect view of the beautiful Bosphorus. This is the best place to stay in if you enjoy watching the sunset as you enjoy a glass of wine. The rooms in this hotel are spacious, and they all reflect some forms of Ottoman designs.

The luxurious Kaya Palazzo Resort & Residences can be found in the very heart of and contemporary accommodations in the form of spacious guestrooms with swim-up options; deluxe suites with private gardens; and spectacular villas with private pools. Guests can choose from multiple on-site dining options including Terrace À La Carte serving local and international flavours, Palazzo Lounge with live DJ performances and Lounge 40 where you can enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail. The hotel’s spa and wellness facilities include saunas for total relaxation. There is also a fully equipped fitness room. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour butler services and the entertaining, family-friendly Kids club. The Kaya Palazzo Resort & Residences is the ideal location for a 5-star getaway full of sun and sea views.

This hotel is set in the Nisantasi neighbourhood, and this place has been noted to be one of the best shopping centres in the city. The hotel is housed in a historic building that was constructed in 1922. It has, however, been redesigned to match modern levels of luxury and convenience, especially with regard to the showers and tubs. One of the highlights of this hotel is the wine bar that serves 70 varieties. It also has a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi, two meeting rooms and a spa.

This hotel is located in the Nisantasi district and thus lies in the European side of Istanbul. The bedrooms in this hotel have a warm feeling and are decorated with copper and aluminium Art Decos. All rooms have a butler service. The hotel has a top-level restaurant and bar, but visitors can also choose to visit the many dining areas in the surrounding places. St. Regis Istanbul has seven floors, all of which are creatively designed with natural materials and excellent art. In the basement is an Iridium spa with seven massage rooms and a hammam.

Just along the oceanfront from Kempinski The Dome, and 50km from the city centre, is Rixos Premium Belek, occupying the largest section of private beach in the area. A great choice for families, there’s a kids club, playground, several massive pools, two-bedroomed suites, inter-connecting rooms and free entry to the nearby Land of Legends theme and water park. All part of the all-inclusive deal. Couples can enjoy the adult-only areas for a more peaceful stay and the privacy of a deluxe swim-up suite. Meals can be taken buffet-style in one of two eateries, or in a choice of three a la carte steak house, Italian and Turkish restaurants. In addition, the resort has eight bars and a full programme of activities excursions and classes.

With 103 rooms, suites, and villas, METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum brings a chic, Mediterranean spirit to the stunning Haremtan Bay on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Just a short drive from Bodrum’s historic marina, this five-star lifestyle resort combines contemporary design with relaxed sophistication, appealing to a cosmopolitan crowd seeking style and comfort in equal measure.

The rooms are light-filled and minimalist, featuring warm tones, marble bathrooms, and sea-facing balconies, while private pool suites and villas offer added seclusion. Dining is a highlight with Isola, serving modern Italian cuisine; Folie Restaurant & Sea for upscale French Riviera-style dining over the water; Attiko for Pan-Asian flavours; and Mood Lounge for sunset cocktails.

The MOI Spa provides indulgent treatments, a Turkish hammam, and a sauna, while guests can unwind by the infinity pool or the private beach club. Seamlessly blending the vibrancy of Bodrum with Mediterranean ease, METT embodies a barefoot-luxury ethos with an elegant social pulse.

Hyde Bodrum is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort located on the scenic Bodrum Peninsula, amidst pine forests and beside the shimmering Aegean Sea. The resort features 216 accommodations including rooms, suites, and villas, a palm-lined pool, and spaces for hosting events, along with five restaurants and bars, presenting guests with a diverse culinary offering. The design emphasizes a connection with nature using organic materials, natural colours, and large windows to bring the outside in. The Hyde Bodrum experience offers a range of activities from yoga and meditation to live DJ sets and music gigs, with the aim to provide guests a comprehensive, engaging stay without conventional all-inclusive limitations.