Running from 31 October to 4 November 2022, National Spa Week is the ideal way to fight off the winter blues and head to one of the best spas around the world to indulge and unwind.

As our lives are busier than ever, it is important to take time for ourselves, whether that be through a soothing facial, a soak in natural thermal waters or an expert massage using revolutionary techniques and luxury products. So, in honour of National Spa Week, here is a list of some of the best spots to visit this year and beyond:

UK & Ireland:

Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, UK

Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, a luxurious hotel in the heart of rural Warwickshire nestled in 11 acres of countryside, just three miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, promises guests a holistic tranquil escape filled with a variety of wellness activities this Winter.

From personalised treatments by ESPA, to wellbeing day retreats, and indoor and outdoor activities, guests can expect a whole host of incredible experiences within this country manor retreat.

Billesley Manor recently partnered with ESPA, a natural skincare and luxury beauty brand, offering guests a variety of personalised, result-focussed facials using the latest techniques for instant and long-lasting effects such as the Active Nutrients Glow from Within and the Natural Face Lift facial. 

The Runnymede on Thames Hotel & Spa, UK

Treat yourself or a loved one to The Runnymede On Thames Hotel & Spa's new Winter Spa Escape package. Available from November to February, this indulgent spa package includes a one-night stay in a cosy double room, a choice of 40-minute seasonal spa treatments, dinner at Leftbank, full use of the spa facilities and breakfast the following morning.

After checking in and making yourself at home, feel your stresses melt away with a dip in the indoor swimming pool or Jacuzzi before enjoying the complementary treatment. Treatments include: ESPA Aromatherapy Facial, ESPA Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage, Manicure, or Pedicure. Both dinner and breakfast will be served at Leftbank, the hotel’s renowned buffet restaurant with views over the river.

Thermal Bathing at The Gainsborough Bath Spa, UK

YTL Hotels’ The Gainsborough Bath Spa, offers guests the ultimate wellness experience in the heart of the iconic spa city. As the country’s only hotel to offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy Bath’s thermal waters, its recent partnership with ELEMIS further elevates guests’ experience.

The Spa Village Bath offers the perfect wellness journey for total relaxation and rejuvenation.

The Floating Spa at Monkey Island Estate, Bray-on-Thames 

YTL Hotels’ wellness experts at Spa Village bring another UK first to the spa table with the innovative Floating Spa at Monkey Island Estate in Bray.

The bespoke crafted barge boasts three indulgent treatment rooms, an airy and bright wheelhouse reception and an Elixir Bar, all moored on the banks of the island offering guests holistic voyages through the history of the island and the River Thames.

The history of Monkey Island dates back 800 years, when it was founded by monks, and all treatments and experiences have been choreographed to fit the setting and concept. The Floating Spa has exclusively partnered with British brand Moss of the Isles and wildcrafted pioneers, ISUN. 

Culloden Estate & Spa, Northern Ireland

The five-star Culloden Estate and Spa has recently completed an extensive renovation of its spa, including the shared wellness spaces and treatment rooms. The spa now boasts a new linear vitality pool with floor to ceiling views of the gardens and a Tylarium – a combination of a sauna and steam room.

The spa has also introduced a new partnership with the revolutionary Holywood Private Clinic, now based at the Culloden Hotel MediSpa. The private medical clinic offers an easy and accessible service to ensure all health issues, big or small, are a top priority. Some of the treatments and services that are on offer include face-to-face GP appointments, chronic pain management, annual health and wellness checks and mental health therapy.

The clinic also has a dedicated menopause clinic with top specialists from around the country.

Waldorf Astoria Spa, Edinburgh

This year, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian reimagined their selection of wellness treatments and relaunched as a Waldorf Astoria Spa in partnership with 111SKIN and Ground Wellbeing. Waldorf Astoria Spa, offers both residents and day guests the ultimate city spa experience in a haven of peace and tranquillity.

The spa has undergone a wellness overhaul under the stewardship of Spa Manager, Claire Doering, who has evolved the spa’s menu. Guests can indulge in a range of beauty and wellness treatments in partnership with 111SKIN and Ground Wellbeing.

With 241 beautifully decorated guest rooms and suites, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian provides the perfect destination for making the most of the city and indulging in the total serenity of the new Waldorf Astoria Spa. 

Elemis Spa at Ellenborough Park, near Cheltenham

The stunning 15th century manor house, Ellenborough Park, is Gloucestershire's only 5-star hotel, just a few miles outside of Cheltenham and right on the gateway to the Cotswolds. The Indian-themed Elemis spa comprises seven treatment rooms (including one for couples), a jacuzzi pool, sauna, steam room, immersive sensation shower and a dedicated cosy relaxation room – ready for guests to relax and unwind.

Guests can choose from a variety of spa packages, including luxurious day spa options with full access to the outdoor pool which is open all year round to guests at the spa and heated to heavenly 30 degrees. With 10% discount on any Elemis products and 20% off any further pre-booked treatments for the same day, guests are encouraged to escape the rigours of everyday life and unwind in the glorious countryside.

Europe:

Le Coucou, Meribel, France

Maisons Pariente’s Hotel Le Coucou will be reopening its doors for the winter season on 9th December 2022 with a whole host of new spa experiences and a brand new alpine restaurant Le Fumoir. New for the season, guests can enjoy a mother-daughter and father-son treatment alongside the organic brand Minois. The treatment includes a 40-minute body massage and 20-minute facial.

Le Coucou has also partnered with Aime Skincare, founded by Mathilde Lacombe, offering guests her famous collagen milk drinks, which will be served in the spa, bar and restaurants. Aime Skinware will also provide a simple solution to sleep with the introduction of the sleep and glow treatment alongside a range of skincare products all available at the spa.

Guests will discover KOS essential oils, Le Bouche Rouge, a manicurist and David Mallett haircare available at the hotel ensuring guests are pampered from head to toe.

Lou Pinet's Harper Spa, Saint Tropez, France

Hotel Lou Pinet has introduced a new offering at Lou Pinet's Tata Harper Spa – the highly sought-after Remodelage body treatment by Martine De Richeville. Remodelage is often credited as the beau monde’s secret weapon to youthful and energised physique and is a treatment that women and men at all stages of their lives can benefit from.

The non-invasive technique is used to release the body’s cellulite strongholds, freeing the body of toxins and reducing the rate at which skin ages, helping to restore the figure in a healthy way. In doing so, one’s silhouette is left looking younger, lighter and more energised.

Lou Pinet is an intimate hideaway echoing the vintage Saint-Tropez spirit of the 60’s and 70’ where loved-up couples will dance the night away in the magical gardens, as the live music transports them to this vintage era.

Olivier Claire at Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa, Cognac, France

5* hotel Chais Monnet & Spa operates in partnership with  renowned luxury cosmetics brand Olivier Claire, used in the finest hotels in France. Each Olivier Claire treatment offered at the hotel focuses on the sense of experience, with each client gaining a personalised sensation.

Other spa and wellness facilities available include a fitness room, sensory shower, hammam, sauna, Jacuzzi, and indoor/outdoor L-shaped pool. Personalised treatments and exercise programmes, including cardio boxing and yoga, are also available for guests to enjoy and make the most of their experience.

Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas, Greece 

Aristi Mountain Resort & Villas is delighted to announce brand new renovations to be completed in Spring 2023. The spa will include an Open-Air Spa Experience, that fully maximises the resort’s magnificent setting.

Guests are able to completely relax and unwind whilst feeling the natural breeze and hearing the melodic sounds of magnificent bird life that surrounds them. Aristi Mountain Resort is situated in the Zagori region and boasts panoramic views over Vikos Gorge, the Towers of Papingo and the Astraka mountain peak. 

The Spa Suite at Porto Sani, Sani Resort, Greece

Guests can find peace and serenity at the newly refurbished Porto Sani hotel with their luxurious Spa Suite. As one of five of the resort’s spa destinations, The Spa Suite offers a tranquil space for guests looking to relax and unwind. Using Anne Semonin products, treatments include detox body wraps, bespoke massages and karat gold facials, which are the ultimate indulgence for spa go-ers.

The couple’s cabin is also a highlight for those breaking up time in the sunshine with a romantic spa treatment. The heated indoor pool, thermal area and beauty rooms allow visitors to make the most of their spa experience. 

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, St Gallen, Switzerland 

Swiss Alpine spa hero Grand Resort Bad Ragaz's My Microbiome provides guests with tips on aiding digestion and gastrointestinal function for an all-round happier gut! The course offers direct support from an experienced team of doctors, gastroenterologists, nutritionists and certified dietary chefs; taking clients on a journey from their initial stool analysis all the way to a tailored nutrition plan to leave the resort with.

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is already well-known as a medi-spa, providing guests with tailored experiences such as their unique NewYou collection, making it a leading choice for health tourism. 

Further afield:

Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, St Lucia

Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort’s new wellness programmes are island-inspired, tapping into the tranquillity of the Caribbean and inviting guests to connect with their mind, body and spirit during their travels. From Hummingbird Yoga to Full Moon Rituals and three new Detox, Immunity and Weight Loss Retreats, these new offerings will be available daily.

‘Hummingbird Yoga’ takes place atop the picturesque hilltop garden surrounded by the lush tropical flora and fauna that attract the island's magnificent and native hummingbirds. The Full Moon Spa Ritual invites guests to an unforgettable evening at the beach including a night boat ride in Labrelotte Bay, a Yin yoga session with guided meditation, signature massage, communal plant-based dinner, and a stargazing session.

Detox, Immunity and Weight Loss Retreats have also been introduced, with personalised programming.

Spa Village Resort, Tembok Bali

Nestled along northeast Bali's exotic coast of black sand, YTL Hotels’ Spa Village Resort Tembok Bali, is a secluded haven that embodies the gentle spirituality of this magical isle against a landscape of soaring peaks, black volcanic sand and the deep blue of the Bali Sea. Here every visit and healing programme is touched by the beauty and magic of Bali itself.

Guests can regain their inner balance with holistic retreats focused on health and happiness through authentic encounters. The Spa Village ensures a traditional Balinese experience, through Kecak dancing, authentic cuisine, and ancient all-inclusive spa treatments.

The resort’s philosophy of wellness extends beyond the daily spa treatments and encompasses every aspect throughout from activities and cuisine to accommodation and spa and offers a unique and uplifting opportunity for rejuvenation based on the ancient wisdom of Bali. 

Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Japan

On the foothills of Mount Niseko Annupuri in Japan’s Hokkaido, Spa Chasi La Sothys at Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers a mountain spa experience that interweaves Japan’s ancient wellness tenets with perfected French techniques.

The fifth Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the world and the very first in Japan opened in December 2020 and has partnered with luxury French product house Sothys to offer guests tailored treatments inspired by the stunning nature surrounding the hotel. Overlooked by the majestic Mount Yotei, Spa Chasi La Sothys is set amid fragrant gardens and hot springs.

Guests can look forward to traditional onsen rituals, bathing in the mineral-rich waters from Niseko’s natural underground hot springs, and personalised spa journeys to address skin and body care needs for every individual.

YTL Hotels Spa Village, Koh Samui, Thailand

Drawing inspiration from the location of each YTL Hotel, from Bath, Bray to Bali and across Malaysia, the treatments at each Spa Village promise an experience that honours the healing cultures of the region. The international luxury spa brand offers individual and authentic encounters that combine the therapeutic properties of natural local ingredients and age-old healing practices to deliver award-winning results

Spa Village Koh Samui focuses on age-old Thai spa therapies, integrating nature with an indoor/outdoor environment, and drawing from the island’s healing resources. 

Royal Palm Spa at Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury, Mauritius

Living up to its reputation for excellence and timeless elegance, Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury has combined its expertise with the Swiss specialist in cellular cosmetics, Valmont. This month, the Spa at this iconic landmark of the Indian Ocean has brought together the quintessence of two exceptional brands recognised for their high quality standards since 1985.

Structured around the butterfly motion, a sequence of signature application gestures, Valmont treatments guide the skin’s metamorphosis to absolute beauty. Five other 60- or 75-minute treatments have been developed with the utmost care to bring health and beauty to the skin, restoring its tone and vitality. 

DumaTau, Botswana

The completely rebuilt DumaTau, with eight tented suites, and brand new Little DumaTau – a co-located but smaller and more intimate camp featuring just four tented-suites – opened 2nd April 2021 in northern Botswana’s Linyanti Wilderness Reserve, providing the ultimate  holistic health and wellness retreat.

The two new camps are situated on the same site as the previous DumaTau, to take advantage of the views over Osprey Lagoon and the opportunities to watch the wealth of wildlife – including the mega-herds of elephant for which the Linyanti region is known – from the camp itself.

The central new spa and wellness area, The Osprey Retreat, provides a secluded space hidden away amongst the natural lagoon- side vegetation and boasts a separate pool, deli and Safari Boutique area.

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort

For an enriching wellness experience, guests at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort can enjoy the resort’s visiting practitioners programme this winter, with resident wellness experts sharing their knowledge and offering treatments for a limited time period only throughout 2022 and 2023.  

From 1st September 2022 to 28th February 2023, Dr Vihas Unni, a specialist in acupuncture, stress management and meditation, will be on resort offering a curated menu of treatments, and from 18th December 2022 to 31st January 2023, Jaos Santos, an international wellness consultant and body therapist specialising in dry massage, is offering a limited menu of treatments including Indian head massage, dry massage and foot reflexology.

Beyond that, from 1st December 2022 to 28th February 2023, Rajeshwari Amol Nerukar, a physical therapy practitioner and Reiki master will be offering an array of healing treatments to encourage feelings of calm and peace, and from 1st March 2023 to 20th April 2023, Kanlayanee Martthuean will be at the resort focusing on emotional release therapy, massage and yoga.