The Best Destination Hotels to (Safely) Escape To for Rest and Relaxation

THE WELL at Mayflower Inn
Spa · Litchfield County
"Fashion’s favorite Manhattan wellness escape, The Well, has partnered with Mayflower Inn, a charming country-luxe escape nestled deep within 58 acres of serene woodlands. The quaint country design makes for a beautiful balance to The Well’s holistic wellness offerings. Experience integrative health coaching to help you formulate a personalized plan during your stay — bodywork to shift stagnant energy, skin health with Biologique Recherche and Naturopathica to get your glow on, and a myriad of Eastern modalities including acupuncture, medicinal herbs, energy healing, and craniosacral work."

Camp Sarika by Amangiri
Hotel · Kane County
"The tentpole of Aman's offerings in the United States, Amangiri is a stunning 600-acre desert spectacle. Simply walking through its sleek stone quarters and enjoying the pristine property will put you into a meditative state. Stay in one of its desert suites or “rough it” in the newly opened Camp Sarika, a luxury glamping experience in a sweeping one- or two-bedroom pavilion. This serene wellness destination also caters to the adventurous soul, offering hot-air ballooning, helicopter rides, horseback riding, hiking, and rock climbing. Wind down after your dose of adrenaline at the Amangiri Spa, where a spectrum of offerings treats the mind and body through a native Navajo lens, drawing from the four elements of earth, wind, fire, and water. Highlights include grounding body wraps, a meditative crystal sound bath, and soul-surrendering floatation therapy."

Shou Sugi Ban House
Wellness hotel · Water Mill
"Imbued with Zen energy, this intimate 13-room healing haven is a tranquil sanctuary to transcend through stress and slow down. Surrender to Shou Sugi Ban House's beautiful synthesis of holistic healing arts (sound journeys, energy balances, shamanic healing, and more), yoga and fitness classes, and intentional nutrition workshops throughout your stay."

Zadun, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Hotel · Los Cabos
"Catch the next plane to San Jose, Cabo before the recently-opened Zadún, one of five Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties around the world, books up for the rest of the year. The destination embodies an intimate, culturally immersive experience with artisanal decor, handcrafted from local villages, authentic Mexican cuisine and the most charming staff – the majority hailing from surrounding enclaves. The sweeping beachfront property is dotted with 115 desert chic suites set within 42 two-story villas, across 15 room categories – all equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows for sublime views of the Sea of Cortés."

Equinox Hotel New York
Hotel · Chelsea
"For the metropolitan minded who abide by a work-hard, play-hard, rest-hard mentality, Equinox Hotel is the ideal escape to find work-life balance in the lap of luxury. Its so-called “temples to total rejuvenation” (read: hotel suites) are meticulously designed to minimize mental clutter and ground you to the present moment. Each suite comes equipped with an in-room media library full of morning and evening rituals to optimize your day, a RoomBar of thoughtfully curated snacks, vitamins, and supplements (from hangover help to holistic herbs), and three showerheads for a spa-level rinse like no other."

Ojai Valley Inn
Resort hotel · Ojai
"The bohemian town of Ojai is known for its otherworldly energy, and the Ojai Valley Inn is not excluded from this enchantment. A destination hotel known for its breathtaking, wildflower-adorned estate, it's often tapped for run-of-the-mill vacations and otherworldly weddings. But this property is also worth booking for a dose of spiritual healing."

Enchantment Resort
Resort hotel · Yavapai County
"Escape to the red rock canyons of Sedona, the spiritual heart of the state, to indulge in Southwestern splendor and self-care. Explore 70 acres of sweeping grounds graced with a guided labyrinth walk and a large suite of athletic options. The destination boasts 218 one-story suites all adorned in chic rustic flair. Indulge in locally grown American cuisine with a Native American influence, paired with an award-winning wine list."

Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
Hotel · Tribeca
"Esoteric has never looked so exquisite. The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is offering more than just massages and facials at its spa; this experience is all about spiritual healing—and the squad of expert guests you can turn to for guidance. The property has a sophisticated spa and superior aesthetics to boot, but it’s the growing collective of in-house conscious connoisseurs that landed the hotel a spot on this list."

We Care Spa
Spa · Riverside County
"Disconnect and detox in the desert at We Care Spa, a rejuvenating healing destination known for its mind-, belly-, and soul-cleansing stays—plus a star-studded clientele. The liquid soup and juice fasts paired with regular colonics and digestive release massages will leave you feeling lighter and brighter from the inside out. Here, you’ll find mesmerizing healing installations dotted around the property, in addition to the regular program orientation to experience at your leisure. If you're looking for more support and accountability to consciously cleanse, this escape is for you."

Canyon Ranch Lenox
Health resort · Lenox
"Collecting accolades since 1979, Canyon Ranch is a heritage leader in the wellness retreat space. Channel old-school "wellth" in this renovated Berkshires mansion, originally built in 1897 and opened as Canyon Ranch’s second retreat in 1989. Choose from a curated health journey with a more focused intention (like a lifestyle reset or optimal fitness) or go for the easy à la carte options. This stay is primarily geared to Canyon Ranch's devoted clientele, but would suit anyone after a trusted go-to for a grounding, soothing stay."

Aro Ha Wellness Retreat
Wellness center · Glenorchy
"In te reo, an Eastern Polynesian language, aro ha translates to “in the presence of divine breath.” Learn to breathe in the present moment with an awakened sense of self-awareness. Awake to the sounds of Tibetan singing bowls as you watch the sun rise over the mountains at a morning Vinyasa, indulge enzymatically active vegetarian cuisine (also paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free friendly), and partake in a myriad of mindfulness offerings—from an infrared sauna to hydrotherapy, NLP therapy, hypnosis, meditation, breath work, daily massages, clean cooking classes, and more. This is far more than a weekend getaway; peruse intention-themed five- to eight-day weekly retreats here."

SHA
Specialized clinic · Albir, L'
"SHA Wellness Clinic boasts state-of-the-art clinical health facilities that cater to the wellness elite. Perched atop a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this scenic destination offers both broad world-class treatments and targeted niche programming, like dental, sleep, anti-smoking, and cognition-focused plans. There is a spectrum of healthy eating menus (The SHA, Biolight, and Kushi) that ranges from consciously indulgent to heavy-duty detoxifying, all completely adaptable based on your preferences."

The Harmony Hotel
Hotel · Nicoya
"Venture to Pura Vida (a catchall Costa Rican phrase, meaning “pure life”) for a low-key luxury retreat at the Harmony Hotel. This intimate 24-room getaway is owned by Johnson & Johnson descendant John S. Johnson III and his wife, Susan Short. The surfer-chic space is no frills, making it all the more endearing—a vibe you’ll feel throughout the majority of this sleepy surf town. The hotel has an outdoor yoga space cocooned in the jungle, a spa with a slew of treatments and casual shamanic healing ceremonies, and a pool, organic restaurant, and juice bar. If you want to escape the property, just walk for about five minutes and you'll hit the sprawling coastline and pristine beaches."

Jao Camp
Lodge · North-West
"Immersing yourself in nature is one of the most biologically energizing experiences, hence why the terms earthing and forest bathing have taken off in recent years. It’s also the reason why Wilderness Safaris has topped our wellness retreat list for four years and counting. The Jao Camp was renovated in 2019 with stunning sculptural villas featuring floor-to-ceiling glass windows, making for breathtaking views and once-in-a-lifetime exotic animal sightings."

Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti
Hotel · Trento
"Balance skiing with self-care at this modern wellness mecca set in the middle of the Dolomites. Lefay is built upon the concept of biophilic design, a.k.a. “healing” design that instills a sense of peace and relaxation through scenic mountain views, Zen natural wood, and soul-stirring architecture."

Six Senses Douro Valley
Resort hotel · Viseu
"Sipping on fine wine can be a form of wellness too. Travel to the vine-covered rolling hills of the Douro Valley to experience a balance of purpose-driven wellness programs paired with play. Boost Your Immunity, Mind Your Brain, and Love Your Heart are a few standout pre-curated wellness journeys, but if you’re looking for a more personalized experience, the crew here have you covered as well."

Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire
Hotel · Great Milton
"Per our suggestion of a wine-paired wellness trip, wellness comes in all forms, and food is another. Belmond's Le Manoir is a plush manor house operated by acclaimed health-conscious chef Raymond Blanc, who infuses his love of farm-to-table cooking and dining into the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant and cooking school."

Ananda In The Himalayas
Hotel · Tehri Garhwal
"Retreat to the Himalayan foothills and experience ancient Ayurvedic, yoga, and Vedanta therapies while slumbering in restored Viceregal Palace quarters. The destination has an impressive menu of mind and body offerings including 12 curated integrative wellness programs, more than 80 spa treatments, and a residency rotation of visiting masters."

Azulik Resort
Hotel · Tulum
"Azulik's trippy jungle architecture is nothing short of a fanciful playground. With no air conditioning, television, or electric light, the hotel encourages you to reconnect with yourself and nature. There are many outlets to "disconnect to reconnect," from two art exhibition spaces to bespoke beauty and healing therapies at the spa that are all created through a spiritual, ancestral lens. If you’re looking to escape from reality and welcome in the woo, this should be your go-to R&R reboot."

Fivelements
Resort hotel · Banjar Badung
"Known for its breathtaking Balinese flower baths and superb setting between the sacred Ayung River and peaceful water gardens, Fivelements is an epic oasis to find your flow and wash away your worries. Tune in to any and all healing therapies (from holistic to modern) at the world-renowned spa that includes healing excursions to caves and water temples, native ritual blessings, indulgent massages, expansive energy healing, and goal-oriented health consultations. Whether you are staying at this hotel or not, the baths are worth the day trip."
