Part of the appeal of a holiday is that it offers a chance to unwind and recuperate. If you’ve got some downtime looming on the horizon, then why not get the maximum possible relaxation from it? That’s the purpose of a wellness resort.
This is a specialised destination that’s tailored toward tranquillity. It’ll provide exactly the sort of calming surroundings that you might be looking for. Fortunately, there are many hotels up and down the country which offer specialised spa facilities that provide exactly that.
The Coach House Spa at Beaverbrook
This hotel in Leatherhead comes equipped with a world-class spa built around a design by contemporary artist, Brian Clarke. It features an abundance of ceramic tiles, lit through stained glass. If you’re looking to sample what Surrey has to offer more broadly, then you can return here and end every day with a dip in the pool – or with specialist luxury treatments.
The hotel can be easily accessed via train from central London, making it a popular destination for city-centre workers. Demand is high during summer, so make sure that you book early.
Glenapp Castle, Ayrshire
According to a glowing review in the Sunday Times, Glenapp is the best hotel castle for those looking for a ‘luxury experience’. It’s secluded in the Scottish countryside, surrounded by incredible gardens and forests.
There are dozens of incredible activities to enjoy near Glenapp. In many cases, you can enjoy them without ever leaving the grounds. There’s a 150-foot Victorian glasshouse, fishing, falconry, golf and whisky-tasting sessions.
You can also enjoy a body treatment in the comfort of your bedroom. Alternatively, you might visit the Pebbles Spa, which sits just along the coast, right next to the seafront.
Yeotown, Devon
This little gem is a yoga retreat with an emphasis on physical health and wellbeing. Your experience here shouldn’t be expected to provide you with a complete turnaround, but it will help you to nudge your health in the right direction, and help you to make better choices in the future.
You’ll spend your time just a short drive from the coast, and from Exmoor National Park in the other direction. If you’d like to work this retreat into a broader tour of the Devon countryside, it’s likely that the results will be satisfying.
Grantley Hall, Ripon
This five-star hotel is set in a Grade II* listed mansion, nestled right next to the Yorkshire Dales. It offers a broad range of wellness treatments, whose focus runs from relaxation to fitness-building.
