
Best Wellness Hotels in Turkey
As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a wellness hotel in Turkey. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.
Whether you are at the early stages of planning or already comparing a shortlist, our choice of wellness hotels in Turkey is a credible and useful guide, with easy booking options too.
Let us help you make searching for the perfect place to stay more inspiring, more informed and more enjoyable.
Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas
Ciragan Palace Kempinski
(5 stars)This hotel is located in the convenient Besiktas district on the European side of the Bosphorus. It originally served as a palace for Turkish sultans. Many heads of state have stayed in this hotel, and this has only served to continue its tradition of serving royalty. The hotel has three restaurants, one of which is Tugra. This dining area provides classic Turkish cuisine and is well-known in Istanbul for its high quality. Visitors to the hotel enjoy 24-hour butler service, a luxury lounge, and a private entrance.
Aegean Region, Bodrum
The Marmara Bodrum
(5 stars)Ideally located near the city centre of Bodrum, The Marmara Bodrum offers a serene getaway for guests seeking a peaceful retreat and is available to adults only. The hotel is comprised of a selection of modern and tranquil guestrooms and suites and features the Party Animal Suite and its 200m2 private patio. The hotel offers guests a chance to dine at Michelin-recommended Tuti Restaurant, which serves traditional Aegean cuisine with a unique and contemporary twist. There is also a Tuti Bar & Lounge set in an impressive, historical watchtower, as well as a pool bar offering sensational sea views. There are expansive outdoor swimming pools, exceptional spa treatments and wellness facilities on hand to enhance your stay. There is also a state-of-the-art fitness room overlooking the city. A stay at The Marmara Bodrum entitles guests to free access to Turkbuku Beach Club with a pristine sun deck and loungers. This hotel is pet friendly.
Aegean Region, Bitez
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Bodrum
(5 stars)The Ramada Resort by Wyndham sits overlooking Kos Island from a hillside not far from the centre of Bodrum. The hotel is comprised of spacious and modern rooms with some offering balconies. On-site dining is available in either of the hotel’s two restaurants while a breakfast buffet is also on offer. There are two bars for guests to enjoy the spectacular sea views from this beautiful hotel. There are indoor and outdoor swimming pools for guests of all ages to enjoy. The hotel’s spa and wellness facilities include a Hammam, a sauna and a steam room for those looking to unwind. There is a fully equipped fitness centre in addition to squash and tennis courts for those looking to stay active on holiday. The hotel offers elegant meeting and function facilities featuring a banquet hall for up to 500 guests. This hotel is pet friendly.
Aegean Region, Bodrum
Bodrum Loft
(5 stars)Bodrum Loft is set in a uniquely designed building in keeping with the natural beauty of the area. The resort is comprised of 36 completely furnished and beautifully decorated units complete with every modern comfort. There are options to reserve entire units, one-bedroom apartments or superior rooms. There are three restaurants including the sensational Michelin-recommended Loft Elia which served locally sourced ingredients all throughout the day while offering sensational views. Private dining is also available at this resort and there are two bars which invite you to unwind and take in the views of the Aegean Sea. The Patisserie Loft by Vakko L’Atelier is a tempting boulangerie open all day and serving authentic French delights. The hotel spa is found in a verdant garden and offers treatments and wellness facilities to guests throughout their stay. Bodrum Loft offers an open-air fitness centre with the option of personal training. A stay here also provides you with optional amenities including hairdressing and babysitting services.
Aegean Region, Göcek
D-Resort Göcek
(5 stars)With its natural coves and wonderful beaches, D-Resort Göcek is a hidden treasure which seamlessly blends nature and luxury to offer guests an enriching experience. Rooms and suites combine contemporary architectural design with beautiful finishes to present a superb selection of accommodation options. The three onsite restaurants boast absolute individual style, ambience and menus with all three presenting dishes creatively prepared using the freshest of locally sourced ingredients. There are plenty of activities for the more energetic guests including a state of the art fitness centre and gym along with studio classes and variety of water sports. And when all you want to do is kick back and relax the extensive spa welcomes guest to relax in the Zen Garden, enjoy a Jacuzzi, Hamman, sauna, steam room, ice fountain, vitality pool or perhaps indulge in an award-winning skincare treatment by ERICSON LABORATOIRE.
Central Anatolia Region, Ankara
Lugal, a Luxury Collection Hotel
(5 stars)Found in Kavaklidere, Lugal has 90 bedrooms and suites with great views, state-of-the-art technology and butler service. The on-site restaurant, Aruni, serves indigenous a la carte dishes, allowing international guests to experience a taste of Turkey in-house. And a room service menu caters to those of all ages, with a selection, especially for kids. Those staying here have access to the health club in the Sheraton Ankara Hotel (access is via a private lift and tunnel) which offers a roof-top tennis court, a large gym and massage services). Lugal is Green Key certified and committed to sustainability within the hotel industry.
Mediterranean Region Turkey, Belek
Gloria Serenity Resort
(5 stars)Surrounded by fragrant pine forests of Belek and beside a private beach, a stay at the Gloria Serenity Resort promises relaxation and glamour in equal quantities. Highlights include an ozone-treated seawater wraparound pool spanning the length of the property, access to three top golf courses, a selection of floodlit clay tennis courts, a chic spa, high-quality live entertainment and free entry to a charming local zoo. The 369 rooms are separated into eight different accommodation types, while the resort’s kitchens provide an international range of cuisines served buffet-style and a la carte. Gloria Serenity’s on-site convention centre and spacious meeting rooms make it popular for those travelling on business, as well as pleasure.
Aegean Region, Torba
Casa dell’Arte Hotel of Arts & Leisure
(5 stars)The magical fishing village of Torba is home to the stunning and super stylish Casa dell’Arte. Specialist art collections adorn the walls at this boutique hotel that comprises of just twelve rooms and suites, each named after a sign of the zodiac. Choose from panoramic sea-view suites to duplex or dome suites – all of which are elegantly appointed with a contemporary design. Guests can make use of the private pool and private jetty for a refreshing dip or indulge in some pampering with massage and spa facilities. Yoga and tennis can also be arranged whilst for seafaring types, there is a private yacht for hire complete with expert crew and again decorated with a private and impressive art collection. Dining here is an exquisite experience as head Chef at the hotels’ renowned restaurant creates beautifully presented dishes and mouth-watering flavours all inspired by the unique geography of Bodrum. Buffet breakfast presents fresh and local ingredients that can be enjoyed in the well-manicured gardens or in the beautifully appointed and intimate dining room and drinks and snacks are served throughout the day and can be enjoyed at any of the hotel’s private and luxurious spaces. This is a place that will make you feel very special.
Aegean Region, Golturkbuku
Divan Bodrum Palmira
(5 stars)A boutique hotel within a secluded and serene setting, the Divan Bodrum offers exquisite access to the Aegean Sea with its sandy beaches and seaborne excursions. Described as one of the most excellent choices on the Mediterranean by the famed publisher Condé Nast, guests can expect both luxury and relaxation in this traditional stone-built resort. The hotel features 60 rooms from standard guest rooms to deluxe suites, with a simple, traditional style consisting of colourful furnishings, large windows and airy, spacious rooms. Its restaurant specialises in local Aegean and Mediterranean cuisine, with stunning seafood, meats and vegetable which draw on the region’s multicultural culinary landscape. We recommend sipping on an inspired cocktail in the waterfront bar, relaxing in one of the hammocks as the sun sets over the Aegean Sea.
