Top 6 Reasons to go to L'Albereta for a wellness retreat

The Chenot Health Wellness Spa has an exclusive feel and is totally dedicated to wellbeing. It's vast and the treatment rooms are very stylish with views across the grounds. The Chenot Method was developed over 40 years and its motto 'Young Living' means that everyone, no matter what age, can lead a fulfilling life. The combined traditional Chinese medicine and the latest western medicine discoveries mean your programme will be tailored to your needs. 

“I could definitely feel the effects of the rigorous method and the detoxification process during my stay” - Wellbeing Escapes Reviewer.

You are in for a treat whether you are on a wellness programme or not. L'Albereta was originally founded as a haven dedicated to the art of living so it has some of the best restaurants in the region. Perfect if you are with a companion who wants to be a bit more relaxed about what they eat. Guests on a wellness programme will be on a strict calorie-controlled diet but don't worry - the flavours, variety and visual presentation of the meals will satisfy even the most demanding individuals! All the recipes were created by Dominique Chenot and her team of experts and only fresh, locally-sourced ingredients are used. 

“I found all the dishes very appealing - they were visually tempting and very tasty. Plus I didn't feel hungry once! There's a cooking class once a week (fee payable in resort) so you can make the dishes at home to continue your diet plan or if you just want to impress your friends!” - Wellbeing Escapes Reviewer

Espace Chenot is an exclusive medical and wellness spa, with there only being 2 ‘Chenot’ spas in Europe. Henri Chenot has developed this unique method aimed at restoring mind and body to peak mental and physical well being, using techniques that detox and re-activate energy channels and organic functions. All are personally tailored and the method is based on biontology which unites the principles of Chinese medicine with the latest western medicines. It’s a great choice if you are looking to seriously address your mental or physical health. The wellness team is 30 strong and includes doctors, dieticians, osteopaths, therapists and beauticians. The products used are Chenot’s own spa line, aimed to detox and destress.

L'Albereta is a hilly location, surrounded by the greenery of Franciacorta which is land famed for its wines. The hotel is an ideal base for trips out to discover the region such as Lake Iseo (which you can see from the terrace) and the towns of Brecia and Bergamo. The latter has interesting museums and shops and is only 30 minutes away by car. Even beautiful Lake Garda can be easily reached as it's just an hour away by car. 

L'Albereta is a part of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux so luxury and excellent service are assured. You'll enjoy rooms full of antiques, manicured gardens and elegant terraces with extraordinary views of the vineyards and Lake Iseo. There are sculptures dotted around too. Take a stroll around the house and grounds and you'll find inviting areas to sit down, relax and read a book. The hotel was build as a private house back in the 1800's and you can still feel its history today. The bedrooms are all different here as well; for example, the Cabriolet Suite has a ceiling that can be opened to the outside so you can stargaze from the comfort of your bed. How cool is that?

The hotel is pretty much in the middle of nowhere so it's a good choice if you long for a quiet escape to have some me-time or perhaps a getaway with your loved one. It offers plenty of hidden corners where you won't be disturbed and, although the hotel was full when I visited, I never felt like there were people all around - quite the opposite in fact. 

“My favourite thing was to take a sunset stroll around the vineyards and drink in the silence. The only addition of the birds singing and the church bells ringing in the distance made me feel like I was back at my grandma's house in my childhood.” - Wellbeing Escapes Reviewer.

To read Dominika’s full review click here.