BEST SPAS ANDALUSIA

The Spa at Finca Cortesin is an expansive and elegantly appointed wellness destination spanning 2,200 square metres within Finca Cortesin, one of Andalusia's most acclaimed luxury hotel and golf estates, set in the hills above Casares on Spain's Costa del Sol. Three thermal areas — male, female, and unisex — each offer a sauna, Turkish bath, and relaxation zone, while a 25-metre heated indoor saltwater swimming pool, an innovative snow cave (the first of its kind in Spain), experience showers, and a fully equipped fitness centre complete the thermal and aquatic offering. The spa is distinguished by its authentic Thai treatment philosophy, with a dedicated Thai Spa area featuring ten individual treatment rooms and one double suite with heated floors, four of which are reserved for traditional Thai massage delivered by expert resident therapists. Biologique Recherche skincare, natural vegan products, and a dedicated hair salon broaden the beauty and wellness menu. The ARANI Yoga and Meditation Center, perched on a hilltop with views across the mountains and Mediterranean Sea, adds a contemplative dimension to this exceptional Spanish spa destination.

Amare Spa by Germaine de Capuccini is the signature wellness destination at the Amare Hotel in Marbella, Spain, created in collaboration with the prestigious skincare brand Germaine de Capuccini. The spa offers a complete hydrotherapy circuit, advanced facial treatments, anti-aging and skin-firming rituals, and a rich menu of world-inspired massages including Tibetan sound therapies, set within sensory-focused relaxation areas and a solarium. Wellness director Christine Heckel has shaped a holistic treatment philosophy centred on emotional balance and a journey through the five senses, blending professional skincare expertise with sound healing, alternative therapies, and yoga and personal training classes. Couples' experiences and bespoke wellness programmes complete the offering, making this spa a standout destination for sophisticated relaxation on the Costa del Sol.

The Oasis Wellness Spa by Don Carlos Resort is a luxurious 1,600-square-metre sanctuary within the five-star Don Carlos Resort in Marbella, Spain, enveloped by lush tropical gardens that evoke Mediterranean serenity. Ten elegantly appointed treatment cabins offer personalised therapies using prestigious skincare brands including Natura Bissé and Biologique Recherche, spanning revitalising massages, rejuvenating facials, and holistic body treatments. Guests enjoy a full water circuit for hydrotherapy, indoor and outdoor pools, dedicated yoga and Pilates studios, and a wellness-focused fitness suite. A private spa suite caters to exclusive experiences and special occasions, while the Oasis Kitchen restaurant supports the wellness journey with health-conscious cuisine. Spa memberships and bespoke programmes make The Oasis a destination retreat for guests seeking a ritual of renewal on the Costa del Sol.

Wellness & Spa Beach Club Estrella del Mar is a modern and spacious spa and wellness facility nestled within the Vincci Estrella del Mar Beach Club in Marbella, Spain, offering sweeping Mediterranean Sea views and a refined atmosphere of relaxation. The spa features the La Gruta thermal circuit with a cold water pool at 15°C, pressure jets, a grand cervical waterfall, a sauna, ice pool, Turkish bath, and a variety of contrast and Nordic showers. The Nammu spa area provides a menu of professional massages and facials in treatment rooms overlooking the sea, while an outdoor infinity pool and indoor pool with loungers invite extended relaxation. A well-equipped gym on the upper floor with direct sea panoramas completes the offering, making this venue accessible to both hotel guests and the general public.

Six Senses Spa at Puente Romano is a celebrated wellness destination within the iconic Puente Romano Beach Resort in Marbella, Spain, renowned for blending the brand's global holistic philosophy with locally inspired Mediterranean ingredients and craftsmanship. Set within an Andalusian beachfront village environment featuring hand-painted tiles, natural stone, and timber, the spa houses six interior treatment rooms and three outdoor cabana rooms, a herbal steam room, hammam, sauna, hydrotherapy and cold plunge pools, experience showers, an indoor swimming pool, hot tubs, a nail bar, and a serene relaxation lounge. Treatments draw on Mediterranean herbs, sea salt, olive oil, and rich coastal minerals, alongside result-driven facials by Subtle Energies and iS Clinical, a signature Pearl Infused facial, and an exclusive four-hands synchronised body and facial ritual. Six Senses Spa Marbella is a benchmark destination for sophisticated, nature-rooted wellness on the Costa del Sol.

Anantara Spa at Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benaíaís Marbella Resort is an award-winning luxury wellness sanctuary spanning over 2,000 square metres within this grand Italianate palace hotel near Marbella, Spain. The spa features thirteen treatment rooms including two water massage rooms, a beauty salon, and The Circuit — a magnificent indoor hydrotherapy pool with massage jets, cold plunge pool, and aromatic relaxation area. Thermal experiences include Balinese, Indian, and salt steam rooms, a traditional hammam, Finnish and Greek saunas, and an iaconium. Treatments draw on the prestigious Valmont skincare range and incorporate deep-tissue massage, traditional Thai massage, herbal compress therapies, hot stone rituals, anti-stress techniques, hydrating algae body wraps, and bespoke facials. Personalized wellness programmes addressing fitness, nutrition, and aqua therapy complete this resort's holistic approach, which has been honoured as Best Spa in Spain by the World Spa Awards.