Fall Into These European Wellness Retreats This Autumn

Since the pandemic, wellbeing has become a top priority and regenerative travel a major trend. In response, hotels and resorts are going a step beyond traditional spa treatments, developing retreats and programs in partnership with naturopaths, nutritionists, life coaches, yogis and healers. So, whether looking to escape for a few days to strengthen the body or simply relax and spend a week poolside between pamper sessions, here are five sought-after resort sanctuaries from the Mediterranean to Iceland and Morocco with seductive spas and therapies perfect for modern wellness seekers.

A Free-Spirited Escape on Xacarra Bay 

Six Senses Ibiza | Spain

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Creatives and culture seekers will love the panoramic sunset views and beach cave suites at the recently opened Six Senses Ibiza at Cala Xarraca bay on the island’s northern tip. While the location lends itself to outdoor activities like underwater guided meditation, kayaking and cliff jumping, the Six Senses Spa is all about serenity for the senses. Leave stress behind and attain balance with locally inspired beauty treatments, workshops and programs that combine nutritional guidance with modern healing methods.

Don’t Miss: Celebrate a fresh start “Ibiza style” with the transformative week-long Bodyflow Immersion program that includes breathwork, crystal healing, two bio hacks, and a DJ-led lucid dance session.

A Feast for the Senses in Marrakech

Royal Mansour | Morocco

Just steps away from Jemaa El Fna square, Royal Mansour is considered one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. While its lush gardens, private riads and Atlas Mountain views wow guests, wellness seekers will love the just-launched three, five, seven and 14-day retreats (rebalance, weight control, rejuvenation, immunity boost) at the Royal Mansour Marrakech Spa. Fully customizable everything from accommodations, a personal nutrition plan, daily treatments, plus mind-body activities are included. At the Atelier d’Artiste greenhouse, art therapy workshops like painting and pottery begin with guided meditation.

Don’t Miss: The star at Royal Mansour Spa is undoubtedly its traditional Moroccan hammam treatment. Think ceremonial massage, ghassoul wrap, floral water sprays and 75 minutes of dreamy next-level bliss.

An Enchanting Estate North of Bodrum

Six Senses Kaplankaya | Turkey

Whether looking to work on wellbeing, nutrition, movement, or mindfulness, say hello to a new you at Six Senses Kaplankaya. A Wellness Screening helps guests design a bespoke treatment plan or multi-day program best suited to their needs while experts and practitioners are on hand to lead everything from yoga sessions to Ayurvedic assessments. Hydrothermal therapy options are extensive here, and time spent in the Watsu pool, crystal steam room, and any of the hammams will melt stress and soothe souls.

Don’t Miss: Create your own custom body scrub using local ingredients and botanicals at the Alchemist Bar, which the therapist will then use during the namesake 45-minute Alchemist’s Body Scrub treatment. 

A Hilltop Temple Designed to De-Stress

Amanzoe | Greece

Holistic healings of Hippocrates inspire treatments at the alluring Amanzoe Spa, where signature facials, body scrubs, and wraps grace the menu alongside specialty services. But it’s not just about getting pampered; various movement modalities from gymnastics to sea bathing are also offered. In addition, wellbeing experts and healing specialists visit Amanzoe to provide guests with exclusive treatments and therapies from craniosacral therapy to traditional Chinese medicine throughout the season. 

Don’t Miss: Fit for an empress or emperor, the Anatripsis Spa Journey starts with full-body acupressure followed by dry skin brushing, olive oil and beeswax massage, cupping, and a laurel oil head massage.

An Ethereal Escape for Spa Enthusiasts

Retreat at Blue Lagoon | Iceland

Iceland’s most famous attraction also became its most luxurious hotel, with guests flocking to soak in its mineral-rich waters. While staying at the 62-suite property includes unlimited access to the Blue Lagoon, ground floor rooms, like the Lagoon Suites, afford access to a private lagoon. At the subterranean spa, steam rooms are carved into lava rock, and attendants walk guests through the 30-minute Blue Lagoon Ritual – a three-stage process using minerals, silica, and algae to scrub and cleanse the skin.

Don’t Miss: The Blue Lagoon’s In-Water Massage will leave lucky guests' skin glowing and their minds floating on air after (quite literally) floating on the warm, milky blue geothermal seawater.