The 20 Best Spa Hotels in Spain

One of Europe's best holiday destinations, Spain has long been a favourite for those looking to unwind in the sun. Beloved for its beaches, its varied and picturesque countryside, and its historic towns and cities. With a well-established hotel scene, there is a good selection of hotels complete with excellent spas. Our hotel experts have hand-selected their favourite spa hotels across Spain with something for everyone. Including charming B&Bs specialising in reiki healing, fabulous beach resorts offering tailor-made thalassotherapy, and even vineyards providing vinotherapy. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your indulgent break?

For great value

• Casa La Calma is an excellent option for an affordable spa holiday in Spain. By the Sella River and a short walk from the beach, this stylish B&B specialises in reflexology and reiki healing. Unwind with yoga in the garden, indulge in the hot tub, or relax in your simple, elegant room with its own private balcony.
• Another Spanish spa hotel that doesn't break the bank, Gran Hotel Nagari is an uber-modern boutique option with gorgeous views of the sea, particularly from the rooftop pool. An award-winning spa specialises in beauty treatments. While each warm and minimalist room comes with a hydromassage bath, sink-into beds and PlayStation 4 - so expect premier relaxation!

For families

• Gran Hotel La Florida perches high on Tibidabo Hill, a smart and sophisticated spa hotel perfect for families owing to its babysitting, kids menus and Kids Club. Renowned for its Zen Zone spa which uses L'Occitane products. The designer rooms boast gorgeous views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. While the 100ft pool affords enchanting panoramas.
• Near Roman ruins by the blue sea, Hostal Empuries is a sleek and modern spa hotel in Spain. With thermal suites, steam baths, a sauna, a swimming pool and, of course, the spa - this is an indulgent choice. It's a great option for families too: with large rooms and suites, a yacht for hire, supervised kids play area and 2 restaurants - it gives parents the chance to unwind, trouble-free, while the kids have fun!

For a seaside break

• Built by a prince, you live like a prince - that's the name of the game at Marbella Club. Designed by Prince Alfonso, this breezy seaside resort has its own golf course and an expansive spa specialising in thalassotherapy and holistic person-tailored treatments.
• The spa at W Barcelona gives you the full works: steam room, body wrap, facial - you name it! A Burj-like building on the seafront, it's a professional in the hotel industry, with its bright, minimalist-chic rooms, sun terrace hot tub, restaurants, terrace bar, all in the party centre of Barcelona. Perfect for young people!

For romance

• Sa Creu Nova is a beautifully renovated Mallorcan manor and one of the best adults-only spa hotels in Spain. Breezy, rustic-chic rooms featuring works by local artists, the spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath, and sensation shower. Perfect for couples, a cute and tranquil hideaway only 15 mins from the beach.
• A gorgeous whitewashed finca in lush grounds, Can Curreu is a great spa hotel in Spain in terms of location (its terraces spill over forested hills). The chic, self-catering rooms are great for couples and the spa is divine: hot tub, thermal circuit, pools, and a wide range of treatments. Couples will enjoy hiring the boat and taking to the sea!
• A sleek, modern 5-star in the heart of Barcelona, Majestic Hotel & Spa is primed for romance (and fun). The spa includes steam baths, a sauna and a range of treatment rooms, but the real draw is the classy marble-topped restaurant, trendy rooftop poolside cocktail bar (complete with nightly DJ) and gorgeous white-on-white rooms. A chic spot for a romantic escape.
• The Roman steam baths at Hospes Palacio del Bailio make this a real stand out choice. This Moorish-meets-contemporary boutique has faded frescoes and ancient stone alongside plush, modern, interiors. Dinner in the courtyard is incredibly romantic while the massages are truly memorable - undoubtedly one of the best spa hotels in Spain for couples.
• Enjoying stunning views of the Picas d'Europa at Puebloastur - a rustic-chic hotel set across old Asturian farmhouses. Boasting its own private art collection, infinity pool and a renowned spa - with a focus on hydrotherapy. Primed for relaxation, you can unwind during a yoga class with mountain views or take a hot air balloon ride for two.

For a historic stay

• El Castell de Ciutat is a cloistered 16th-century castle in the Pyrenees, with homely, elegant rooms. There's an outdoor hot tub with stunning vistas, an indoor pool, a pampering spa and a restaurant terrace overlooking the valley. Rural perfection.
• The spa at Castillo de Monda specialises in physiotherapy and massages. High on a hill above a historic village, this gorgeous old castle is la fun place to explore with its winding alleyways and shaded verandas. There's a pool, tropical roof garden and tapas bar too - all in an unbeatable location.

For 5 star luxury

• Couples rate Barcelo La Bobadilla very highly. This fairytale 5-star Andalusian 'village' sitting in 1000-acres of private parkland spotted with olive groves and oak trees, fountains and courtyards, is the ultimate escape. Some suites come with a private pool, and the spa includes couples' treatments, a Finnish sauna and a dynamic pool. Complete with tennis, archery, amazing food and Moorish furniture - this property has it all.
• Another stunning 5-star, Hotel Camiral has truly extensive spa facilities. From the hydrotherapy pool to the thermal suite, the herbal steam room to the holistic therapy, you'll be thoroughly spoilt! Set amidst 2 golf courses, with contemporary breezy rooms furnished with unique artworks - luxury defined.
• Gran Hotel Ingles is the oldest hotel in Madrid, dating back to 1886. An Art Deco masterpiece, the award-winning spa emphasises aromatic, plant-based Californian massages and boasts private booths and a high-tech gym. The elegant, light-filled rooms of this clubby 5-star feature David Rockwell fabrics - a very hip choice.
• Gran Hotel Miramar is a favourite of the Costa de Sol's smart set, a luxury seaside hotel with a 'wedding cake' facade, ornate blue-and-white rooms, leafy courts and grand archways. The Sisley Spa, with its focus on holistic therapy and detox, will have you feeling like a new person by the time you leave!

For a country escape

• Hotel Marques de Riscal stands on a hill in a sea of vineyards. No surprise that its spa specialises in vinotherapy! A bold, modernist architectural statement created by the designer of the Guggenheim Museum, the roof curls and laps like waves. There's a Michelin-star restaurant, two pools and a rooftop library - one of the coolest spa hotels in Spain.
• Bikini Island and Mountain Hotel is a boho-chic hideaway in Andalucia, a laid-back, intimate 4-star filled with murals, wicker furniture and craft designer pieces. The Santaverde spa uses locally-sourced aloe vera and boasts a sauna and steam room. Pick this property for the epic views of the sea and mountains.
• A former Jesuit monastery, you can expect angelic serenity at Son Brull Hotel & Spa. A hotel with 23 chic rooms, perched above its own vineyard, with tennis courts and a restaurant serving cuisine produced on its own farm or neighbouring farms - this is a classic country escape. The spa is the cherry on top, complete with a Turkish steam room, yoga and incredible massages.

Still not sure where to book?

• Refine your list to the best places to stay in Andalucía, the best places to stay on the Canary Islands, the best places to stay in Madrid or our ultimate guide to the best wine hotels in Spain;
• There are also collections of Mallorca's best rural hotels and romantic hotels;
• For true luxury, try our list of the best 5 star hotels in Spain;
• Alternatively, you contact one of our Gurus for some expert advice.

 

Written by Edmund Wise

posted Thursday, 24th September 2020