Eight Design Hotel Spas for Rest and Relaxation

Travelers looking to escape the fast-paced, technology-overloaded world should look to visit one of these Design Hotels member properties. The spas provide natural revitalization for the body and soul, offering endless possibilities for the ideal holistic vacation.  

Nira Spa at Shanti Maurice – A Nira Resort, Chemin Grenier, Mauritius

Nestled among the southern coastline of Mauritius, overlooking the Indian Ocean is the world-class 75,000-square-foot Nira Spa. It’s known for its Ayurvedic treatments and philosophies.

Loisium Wine & Spa Resort Langenlois, Langenlois, Austria
The Austrian hotel has an impressive spa: guests can choose from a full array of Aveda Spa treatments. The spa also has Finnish, Soft and Amethyst saunas and steam baths, wine & anti-aging treatments, and two vintage lounges with views of the surrounding vineyards.

Loisium Wine & Spa Resort Südsteiermark, Southern Styria, Austria

The sister hotel of Loisium Wine & Spa Resort Langenloi has a year-round heated outdoor pool, sunbathing lawn, two saunas, a steam bath, infrared cabins, and a spa living room and bar. In total, Loisium Wine & Spa Resort Südsteiermark has eight treatments rooms, and even has a barbeque and picnic area in the vineyard.

ONO Spa at The Mandala Hotel, Berlin, Germany
The ONO Spa is known for its unique treatments, which include Alpha Space Bed, which uses a combination of sounds, light, and heat “to relax the body and free the mind.” Also available to guests are a state-of-the-art gym, four saunas, and a view overlooking Berlin. 

Hotel Matilda, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

The spa at Hotel Matilda offers a selection of hand-blended health and beauty remedies. The therapies use water, heat, and natural ingredients for prolonged healing.

Almyra, Paphos, Cyprus
At the adults-only Almyraspa, guests can relax in the pool overlooking the Aegean Sea or sign up for one of the treatments that utilize OSEA and QMS products, as well as ingredients from the Almyraspa garden. There is also an on-site sports and health program, whose training programs include yoga, swimming, and running. 

Sense Hotel Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria
Surrounded by the city center of Sofia, the spa at Sense Hotel Sofia is a hidden oasis of harmony, mediation, and relaxation: natural wood, stone, and candle light help set the mood. The spa offers tailored full-body massages, and has four treatment rooms. 

Argentario Golf Resort & Spa, Porto Ercole, Italy
To find the optimum route to health and well-being, the MediSPA at Argentario Golf Resort & Spa utilizes a steaming room, bio-sauna, and a Kneipp hot-cold-water-circuit. Additionally, guests can find a heated indoor/outdoor pool.