10 Hotels to Cleanse and Renew

The Barai’s “Lifestyle Collection” offers a suite of relaxing and results-orientated programs centred around the pillars of rest, relaxation, exercise, and healthy nutrition. Taking a holistic approach, they craft bespoke itineraries for guests focusing on their individual needs. Five unique programs are available, including the Ultimate Unwind Program, Yoga Journey, Vital Body Cleanse, Dynamic Fitness Kick-starter, and Healthy Weight Kick-starter. Programs can be undertaken for a duration of three, five or seven days.

Despite its location amid the neon glow of Hong Kong, The Upper House features the serene design work of architect Andre Fu, “The Asian Sensation,” making the hotel a fascinating option for a calming retreat. It’s currently offering a Winter Sweat program catered toward fitness enthusiasts that include a number of outstanding perks. Each morning begins with a healthy breakfast at Cafe Grey Deluxe, before taking in a complimentary H-Kore fitness class. Afterwards, enjoy a complimentary bottle of organic cold pressed Mr. Green Juice and take to your complimentary Lululemon yoga mat for a stretching session. If that’s not enough, each package also includes HK$800 hotel credit.

Il Borro’s rural setting offers a place of beauty and quiet where wellness and restoration can flourish. This healing focus begins with a personalized wellness check-up upon arrival, followed by a tailored program of treatments at the stunning La Corte Spa. Group yoga and wellness retreats are a regular feature at the estate, while the restaurants serve up a menu of locally sourced, organic dishes paired with wines from the resident vineyard.

Whether you’re looking to de-stress, reach peak physical health or just dive into a new outlook on life, Secret Bay’s Resolution Renew offering makes it easy. This tailored wellness package includes a personalized snorkeling excursion to Split Rock, yoga or meditation class on the spectacular Sunset Deck, cooking class focusing on local cuisine, unique forest bathing experience in Roseau Valley, and hot stone massage on the Sunset Deck. Secret Bay also sweeten the deal with transportation to and from the airport.

A Caribbean retreat with over 30,000 square feet of wellness facilities, Cancun’s Nizuc is considered one of the world’s foremost spa resorts. The Nizuc Spa by ESPA faces the ocean, and offers a fusion of advanced European therapies and ancient Mayan healing rituals. Alongside its stunning spa, the facility boasts a fitness center and beauty salon complete with nail bar and private pedicure areas. Nizuc’s hydrotherapy facilities are particularly impressive, consisting of a guided hydro massage circuit that uses contrasting temperatures and water pressures for maximum effect.

Take to Portugal’s rugged Algarve and experience Vila Joya, a low slung seaside retreat that focuses on gourmet dining and wellness. This intimate venue for renewal hosts an impressive spa, as well as plenty of outdoor space for yoga and meditation. A variety of treatments are offered, with the spa’s unique Sound Healing treatment ranking high on the to-do list. Vila Joy also happens to play host to the only restaurant in Portugal with two Michelin Stars, helmed by Austrian chef Dieter Koschina.

Within a UNESCO Global Geopark, The St. Regis Langkawi’s Iridium Spa indulges guests with a world class selection of massage treatments and holistic wellness programs. The spa spans over 800 square meters and utilizes the nourishing power of Langkawi’s natural environment. Treatments incorporate rainforest botanicals and various Malaysian traditional remedies which provide the perfect end to a day spent wandering the beautiful surrounds.

Castel Fragsburg may pride itself on being the smallest five-star hotel in Northern Italy, but that hasn’t hindered it from creating a breathtaking wellness offering. Yoga and meditation take place on a clifftop perch with glass wall, so trips to downward dog are rewarded with inspiring views. In 2017, guests are invited to participate in the hotel’s transformative five day retreat, Primal Force for Body, Mind and Soul. This package blends regular yoga sessions with massage, breathing exercises and gourmet dining.

Just 50 minutes by car outside of Venice, Almar Jesolo Resort & Spa provides an exclusive wellness experience in a prime beachside spot. The array of treatment options at Almablu Spa is impressive–hot tubs, saunas, steam baths, geyser and multi-sensory showers–while the nine treatment cabins and seafront Private Spa are the ideal venues for pampering. The menu is constantly evolving with new signature massages and rituals delivered by expertly trained staff. Issues like skincare, lack of sleep, and flexibility for golf are all targeted specifically on the menu.

On a private island off the coast of Madagascar, Constance Tsarabanjina offers the chance to live out those Robinson Crusoe fantasies ensconced in trademark Constance luxury. There are no TVs, cell phones or worries here, and days consist of nature walks, snorkeling and sailing. Unplugging from the world may initially seem daunting, but those unchecked emails will recede into distant thought once you take to a waterfront hammock with nothing to do but relax.