Hoteliers are cashing in on our desires to check in and check out, tapping in to our desires not just to relax but to understand our bodies, and our minds better. With medical facilities, state of the art fitness programmes and wellness practitioners on standby, holidaymakers can now use their annual leave to help improve their wellness, for all year round benefits. With the latest spa destinations firmly on the map for 2025, here is a round-up of nine openings on the horizon, each one worth the plane ticket…
Main image: Brenners Park Hotel & Spa, Baden-Baden
Minos Palace Resort, Crete
A sleek sanctuary of sophistication perched on its own private peninsula, the Minos Palace Resort in Crete is set to unveil its game-changing Nao Longevity Hub in May 2025. This pioneering concept redefines wellness with a holistic yet science-driven approach, weaving together ancient healing wisdom, advanced diagnostics, and groundbreaking therapies.
Here, longevity isn’t just a buzzword; built on four fundamental pillars - nutrition, sleep, movement, and self-mastery - Nao crafts personalised programmes that aim to optimise health and elevate wellbeing, all while immersed in a spectacular Greek island setting. Explore more.
Grand Hotel Fasano, Lake Garda, Italy
A lakeside legend, Grand Hotel Fasano is set to reemerge in April 2025, bringing with it a reimagined AQVA Spa and Wellness Centre. Think state-of-the-art treatment rooms, a sprawling indoor-outdoor pool linked by a sleek tunnel passage, and a tranquil hydromassage sanctuary.
From the sauna and Turkish baths to the perfectly manicured spa garden that kisses the shores of Lake Garda, this is classic Italian grandeur with a renewed focus on relaxation and rejuvenation. Explore more.
Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca, Spain
Bringing a touch of effortless Mandarin Oriental elegance to Mallorca’s coveted coastline, the highly anticipated £150 million Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra will debut this month, setting a new standard for Balearic luxury.
Designed by global powerhouse HKS and Spanish visionaries Estudio Lamela, the resort’s Spa at Mandarin Oriental promises signature wellness therapies infused with natural elements from the island. With an indoor pool and three shimmering outdoor pools, expect an exquisite blend of nature, tranquility, and five-star service. Explore more.
Siro Boka Place, Montenegro
For those who balance their love of indulgence with a dedication to fitness, SIRO Boka Place is poised to become the ultimate retreat. Slated for Spring 2025, this next-gen wellness hotel, set in the glamorous Porto Montenegro, offers an unrivalled focus on holistic wellbeing.
With a sharp emphasis on nutrition, movement, recovery, and mindfulness, SIRO’s cutting-edge concept includes bespoke fitness programmes, guided outdoor adventures, and carefully designed spaces optimised for deep sleep and rejuvenation. Explore more.
The First Cortina, by The Pavilions, Italy
Arriving in time for the Cortina-Milano Winter Olympics, this reimagined Alpine escape in Cortina d’Ampezzo transforms a historic landmark into a modern sanctuary. With 63 sumptuously appointed suites overlooking the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, The First Cortina is a contemporary ode to Italian luxury.
The hotel’s REVIVO spa promises next-level wellness experiences, while the top-floor panoramic restaurant and Sky Room offer the finest in mountain gastronomy, wrapped in cinematic scenery. Explore more.
Soho Farmhouse Ibiza, Spain
Finally, the rumours can be put to rest—Soho House is officially bringing its Farmhouse concept to Ibiza. Set to open in time for the island’s electrifying summer season, this members-only retreat is reportedly taking over the much-adored Cas Gasi estate. Expect rustic-chic bedrooms, an outdoor yoga deck, Cowshed treatments, and an organic kitchen garden - all given a distinctly Balearic twist. Let the battle for bookings commence. Explore more.
Six Senses Milan, Italy
Six Senses, synonymous with sensory-rich sanctuaries, is preparing to make its Milanese debut in Autumn 2025. Worth the wait, it will be nestled in the heart of the city’s artistic Brera district. This urban retreat will boast two standout plunge pools, an Earth Lab dedicated to sustainable innovations, and a stunning rooftop bar with a sky pool for sunset-soaked aperitivi. Explore more.
Brenners Park Hotel & Spa, Baden-Baden, Germany
A Grand Dame reborn. This historic health retreat, a stalwart of Baden-Baden’s wellness scene since 1872, is undergoing a dazzling transformation for Summer 2025. Alongside a complete aesthetic overhaul, the jewel in its crown remains the world-renowned Villa Stéphanie – Health & Wellbeing, a pioneer in luxury preventative healthcare and diagnostic excellence. Explore more.
ZEM Wellness Altea, Alicante, Spain
Billed as ‘longevity made luxurious,’ ZEM Wellness Altea is Spain’s most ambitious new medical wellness destination. Rooted in the Mediterranean’s time-honoured secrets of health and vitality, this cutting-edge retreat fuses regenerative medicine, holistic therapies, and advanced nutrition to create personalised pathways toward a longer, healthier life.
From high-tech spa treatments to locally sourced organic cuisine, every element is curated for deep rejuvenation - ensuring that even a short stay leaves a lasting impact. Explore more.
