Top 5 Adults-only Retreats in Europe

Preidlhof Luxury Dolce Vita Resort, Italy

Preidlhof is a long established exciting destination spa which moves with the times offering the latest trends in wellness with unique programmes allowing for a transformational healing journey. The location in the hillside of the South Tyrol mountains enhances the wellbeing journey with spectacular views of the surrounding valley to immerse yourself in nature with the forest bathing classes and mindfulness river walks. Local delicacies are served in the restaurant with many products grown onsite as the hotel owns a bee farm, vineyard, orchard and herb garden. The rooftop infinity pool offers 360 degree views and gives you the feeling of 'jumping into a void'. You will have all your senses awakened here with the emphasis on appreciating all the pleasures and beauty in life. This is extended to dining with the wellness healing gourmet and mindful sensorial exercise classes to teach you how to heal through food and expand awareness through the senses. The fascinating techniques you will learn through the coaching sessions here will allow to become in tune with your body and find new perspectives on your life propelling you forward to make positive long lasting changes. 

Hacienda Del Conde, Spain

This adults-only hotel is very special – think luxurious setting on a dramatic coast with a truly Spanish Canarian colonial vibe. Meaning ‘the count’s farmhouse’, the resort has been created around a historic villa and is now surrounded by a golf course and the rugged Teno mountain range, to the north west of the island. Not only are there spectacular views over the sea and the surrounding protected national park, but also across nearby lush banana plantations too. The Yhi spa is a wonderfully elegant space and dedicated to rejuvenation. Energising hydrotherapy is a specialty but a wide range of holistic treatments and rituals are available.

Shanti Som, Spain

Shanti-Som, in Sierra de Las Nieves Nature Park near Marbella, is an intimate and tranquil Asian-style retreat. It has been carefully constructed, respecting and incorporating local materials as well as following the guidelines of Feng-Shui. With gardens full of waterfalls, streams and fountains, and a stunning mountain backdrop it’s a great place to do some yoga, relax and soak up the sun. The Shanti-Som philosophy draws on the ancient traditions and spa rituals of the East to create a nurturing space where you can reset your system. Mantra is ’’to reward, encourage and educate, but never judge you.”

Minos Palace Hotel & Suites, Crete

This adults only, beachfront luxury hotel is located on a private peninsula with 360 degree views of the Mediterranean sea providing peaceful tranquillity allowing you to connect to yourself. The beautifully landscaped grounds have minimalist aesthetic design which embodies Cretan natural elements is easy on the eyes adding to the blissful surroundings. Relax during the day with a whole host of signature spa treatments and wellness activities which speak to your soul then let your hair down in the evening with relaxing lounge DJ sets whilst you sip on a sundowner. There is an emphasis on authentic Cretan experiences including nature walks, ancient history tours, tasting Cretan wine and food, meeting the locals and experiencing their festivals and celebrations. 

Euphoria Retreat, Greece

Euphoria Retreat is one of those ‘wow’ destinations that you will fall in love with. 'Euphoria’ means a state of wellbeing with mind, body and soul balanced which reflects its ethos – to help you to transform and heal yourself and give you the necessary tools to live a happier and healthier life. The core concept draws inspiration from a number of sources - Taoist and Hellenic philosophy as well as Chinese and Hippocratic medicine. If you are serious about your health and wellbeing, this retreat should be on your list. So come and embark on your personal journey of transformation.