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Destination spas around the world with standout design

Travelling from the Himalayan foothills to Swedish Lapland – these sublime spas pair extraordinary design with restorative rituals

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22 oct 2026∙10 min

A unique building resembling a large nest of snow-covered logs stands on a vast frozen lake, with a wooden walkway leading to its entrance.
A unique building resembling a large nest of snow-covered logs stands on a vast frozen lake, with a wooden walkway leading to its entrance.

Cuando bajan las temperaturas y el calor del verano queda en el recuerdo, inevitablemente miramos hacia el final del año. Aunque diciembre suene a fiesta, también es uno de los mejores momentos para viajar. Por todo el mundo hay destinos que en estas fechas sacan lo mejor de sí: tradiciones únicas, sabores de temporada y una mirada fresca a la cultura y la comunidad. Y para quienes prefieren playas bañadas por el sol a calles cubiertas de nieve, la tentación del calor invernal es irresistible.

Tanto si sueñas con cambiar el espumillón por aguas turquesas, celebrar la Navidad en lino y sandalias, o simplemente empezar el Año Nuevo bajo un sol dorado, hemos reunido los mejores destinos de sol invernal para estas fiestas.

Opulent white interior space with intricate geometric screens, arched seating alcoves, and marble floors patterned with vines. Sunlight casts shadows.

Royal Mansour Marrakech, Morocco. Photo: Royal Mansour Marrakech

Lanzarote, España

En pleno Atlántico, frente a la costa africana, las Canarias llevan años enamorando a quienes buscan sol en invierno gracias a su clima suave y sus buenas conexiones. De las ocho islas, Lanzarote es la más singular: un lienzo de picos volcánicos, arena negra y campos de lava batidos por el viento. Sus tesoros son tan variados como su paisaje: las calas serenas de Papagayo, las arenas blancas de Playa Blanca y los escenarios casi surrealistas del Parque Nacional de Timanfaya. Todo ello está atravesado por el legado del artista César Manrique, cuyas intervenciones y jardines dieron a la isla un espíritu creativo único.

Six Senses Vana, Dehradun, India

Resting in the Himalayan foothills, Six Senses Vana’s secluded location and five-night minimum stay make it a destination for those serious about switching off. Nature shapes the design at every turn, with local wood and stone informing pared-back interiors, offset by glowing Himalayan salt corridors, floor-to-ceiling windows and indoor landscaping that blur the boundaries between indoor and out. The setting provides a contemporary backdrop for centuries-old healing traditions including Tibetan medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as yoga, breathwork, cookery classes and functional fitness. Understated bedrooms and tranquil water features add to the calm, while Buddha statues and bowls of fresh flowers bring considered cultural touches. sixsenses.com/india/vana

Rustic log-covered building on a frozen lake at sunset, surrounded by snow and distant trees.

Arctic Bath, Swedish Lapland. Photo: Maria Broström

A person in a steaming cold plunge pool amidst deep snow, flanked by wooden buildings, with a vast snowy winter landscape.

Photo: Malin Sax

A red and white lifebuoy, covered in snow, hangs on a dark wooden wall. It reads "ARCTIC BATH" and "TRYGG-HANSA". A rescue aid is inside.

Photo: Malin Sax

A snowy winter landscape with a modern house nestled among frosted trees, under a grey sky with falling snow.

Photo: Pasquale Baseotto

Baja California, México

La escarpada península mexicana de Baja California, donde el desierto se funde con el mar, parece hecha para la aventura. De pueblos surferos relajados a resorts relucientes, es un destino que combina encanto bañado por el sol y paisajes espectaculares. Diciembre tiene un magnetismo especial: calles vestidas de Navidad, playas doradas acariciadas por olas templadas y la llegada de las grandes migraciones de ballenas. Las ballenas grises se reúnen en las lagunas costeras para aparearse y dar a luz; las jorobadas emergen mar adentro y los tiburones ballena se deslizan por la bahía de La Paz: un espectáculo natural a la altura de cualquier castillo de fuegos artificiales.

Bürgenstock Alpine Spa, Lake Lucerne, Switzerland

Few super-hotels make design feel this effortless. At Bürgenstock, four properties form a landmark resort 500 metres above Lake Lucerne, amid 140 acres of Alpine scenery. The original hotel hosted Audrey Hepburn, Sean Connery and Sophia Loren; today the spa draws visitors. Its cantilevered glass structure appears to hover above the mountainside, with floor-to-ceiling glazing, white marble and local stone creating a remarkable interplay of light and texture. Hop between the saunas and steam rooms, try a Kneipp walking circuit, retreat to a private spa suite or soak in the saline spa. From anti-ageing facials and full-body massages to tailored treatments, the menu is extensive – though the real crowd-pleaser is the jaw-dropping Alpine setting. burgenstockresort.com

A stone building with arched openings and lounge chairs reflects in a tranquil infinity pool under a clear blue sky.

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A woman in a black swimsuit sits on a white ledge beside a circular pool with dark water and a glowing orb, surrounded by futuristic white walls.

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Sri Lanka

Pocos países concentran tanta variedad en un territorio tan compacto como Sri Lanka. En diciembre, las costas oeste y sur entran en temporada seca: playas doradas, olas perfectas para surfear y aldeas costeras con mucho ritmo. En el interior te esperan plantaciones de té color esmeralda, montañas brumosas y selvas con elefantes, leopardos y aves. Empieza por la energía y el color de Colombo y elige tu ruta: templos antiguos, viajes lentos por la costa o caminatas de montaña inolvidables.

Aman Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Every serious wellness enthusiast knows no spa roundup is complete without Aman, and we’re pointing directly at its Kyoto outpost. In northern Kyoto, within walking distance of the Golden Pavilion, the 26-key hotel sits in 80 acres of woodland punctuated by vibrant maple trees. A stroll through the gardens leads to the spa, where moss-covered stonework and indoor and outdoor onsens create a serene setting for relaxation. The outdoor bath is screened by a wooden lattice, with boulders submerged in the steaming water. Treatments draw on local sake and green tea, blending regional traditions designed to ground, purify and nourish. Four pavilions house airy, minimalist bedrooms with handmade raku tile panels, custom ceramics, washi-paper lighting and traditional tokonoma alcoves. aman.com/aman-kyoto

Stylish modern lobby in warm terracotta and rose hues, featuring a large U-shaped sofa, circular wall light, and sunlit individual lounge booths.

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Modern lounge with wood-paneled ceiling, plush gray seating, and a full glass wall overlooking a desert landscape with red rock mountains.

Photos: Mii amo

Lounge chairs next to a clear blue swimming pool, backed by a stone wall, green trees, and dramatic red rock mountains.
Two Peloton bikes in a modern room with large windows overlooking a red rock desert landscape and a distinct spire formation.

Abu Dabi, EAU

Durante años a la sombra de Dubái, Abu Dabi se ha convertido en una potencia cultural por derecho propio. Su escena artística florece con el Louvre Abu Dhabi, el universo inmersivo de teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi y la esperada apertura del Zayed National Museum este diciembre. Súmale los extras festivos de la ciudad, con escaparates espectaculares en los centros comerciales, shows de luz a lo largo de la Corniche y eventos repletos de estrellas de todo tipo en Yas Island, y el resultado es que el invierno aquí es tan glamuroso como sorprendentemente refrescante.

Engel Ayurpura, South Tyrol, Italy

At Engel Ayurpura, the experience begins before check-in, with a call from a dedicated wellbeing concierge to shape a personalised itinerary. Right in the heart of the Dolomites, the adults-only retreat pairs Alpine-chic interiors with an individual approach to wellness. The larchwood exterior is designed to echo the jagged silhouettes of the surrounding peaks. Clean lines and undisturbed mountain views create the perfect setting to switch off, while a saltwater infinity pool, pine-clad sauna and yoga studio embrace the rural setting, with forest-facing views at every turn. Treatments follow a tailored Ayurvedic programme, with meditation and dosha-specific vegetarian cuisine. Digital support continues for a year after departure. ayurpura.hotel-engel.com

A colorful, tiled hallway with blue walls, a green tiled far wall, and a bright ceiling showing a blue sky with yellow and orange leaves. Red abstract shapes adorn the walls.

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Sídney, Australia

La Navidad en Sídney es puro sol. Imagina surfistas con gorros de Papá Noel en la playa de Bondi y familias disfrutando de marisco y pícnics en el parque bajo un cielo azul radiante. Con temperaturas medias de 26 °C y unas ocho horas de sol al día, diciembre invita a vivir al aire libre. La ciudad se llena de mercadillos y escaparates festivos, pero el gran momento llega en Nochevieja: los fuegos artificiales iluminan la Opera House y el Harbour Bridge en un espectáculo seguido en todo el mundo.

Lanserhof Sylt, Sylt, Germany

Lanserhof Sylt is housed beneath Europe’s largest thatched roof, on Germany’s windswept North Sea coast. Designed by Christoph Ingenhoven, the building marries its traditional roofline with curved glass and clean, contemporary forms, creating a mesmerising contrast with the island’s dunes. Inside, pale timber, muted tones and pared-back furnishings keep things deliberately understated. The retreat is renowned for its medical approach to wellness, with doctor-led programmes combining personal diagnostics, nutritional guidance, movement and restorative treatments. There’s a saltwater pool, a sauna and steam rooms, plus a gym and yoga studio to keep guests moving between sessions. lanserhof.com/lanserhof-sylt

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