Winter Wellness Retreats for 2025

As the calendar turns and winter settles in, many of us crave a deeper rhythm: a slowing down, a reset, a chance to unwind physically, mentally, and spiritually. The best winter wellness retreats blend detox, mindful slow travel, sustainable practices, and soft luxury: from mineral-rich hot springs in serene landscapes to holistic spa sanctuaries in tropical and seasonal climates alike.
Here are four standout destinations for transformative winter wellness in 2025 with award-winning retreats and celebrated spa experiences worth knowing about.

Thailand continues to lead with holistic wellness rooted in tradition and nature.
RXV Wellness Village Sampran was named Thailand’s Best Wellness Retreat 2025 at the World Spa Awards, recognized for exceptional integrative programmes blending detox, movement, and mindful practices amidst peaceful riverfront grounds.

Even beyond this win, Thailand’s wellness landscape offers world-class spa cuisine, sustainable practices, and serene beachside yoga, perfect for resetting your body and mind before the year truly begins.

Costa Rica’s lush forests, biodiversity, and geothermal hot springs make it the ideal winter sanctuary for slow travel seekers.
Costa Rica's commitment to sustainability and earth-centered healing is globally recognized. From rainforest spa therapies to farm-to-table detox meals and volcanic hot springs that soothe tired muscles, Costa Rica is a natural choice for conscious, slow-paced wellbeing.

Japan’s winter wellness offerings embrace onsen culture, a centuries-old traditions of natural thermal bathing that detoxify, relax muscles, and support circulation. Hot springs are a core part of winter wellness travel here.
Six Senses Kyoto was officially named Japan’s Best Wellness Retreat 2025 at the World Spa Awards, celebrated for its fusion of Japanese mindfulness, traditional healing, and modern wellness design.
When you add onsen experiences across seasonal landscapes with curated spa programmes, Japan delivers a deeply restorative winter reset unlike anywhere else.

Vietnam’s wellness scene is blending curated beachside rituals with Asian healing traditions.
Garrya Mù Cang Chải earned the title of World’s Best New Wellness Retreat 2025 in the World Spa Awards reflecting Vietnam’s rising profile as a destination where coastal calm, thoughtful wellness practices, and soft luxury unite.
From sunrise tai chi on quiet shores to spa treatments rooted in local ingredients, Vietnam’s coastal retreats are ideal for gentle yet impactful detox and mind-body alignment.

In addition to destination-specific wins:
SPA 3000 at AQUA DOME was honoured as World’s Best Mineral & Hot Springs Spa 2025, a powerful testament to thermal water’s place at the heart of winter wellness.
World Spa Awards
Palazzo Fiuggi (Italy) continued its reign as World’s Best Wellness Retreat 2025, showing how mineral springs and therapeutic experiences remain central to global wellness culture.
World Spa Awards
These recognitions show that hot springs, detox programmes, and restorative rituals continue to dominate world-class wellness travel.

The modern wellness traveller isn’t just looking for relaxation — they want experiences that restore balance, invite presence, and align with personal wellbeing goals. From hot springs and award-winning retreats to sustainable slow-travel vibes and soft-luxury hospitality, these winter wellness destinations provide holistic renewal at every turn.

Ask us to curate a personalised wellness getaway.
Whether your dream includes geothermal soaks in Japan, rainforest detox in Costa Rica, or a culturally rich wellness escape in Thailand or Vietnam — we’ll craft your ideal winter reset tailored to your goals, pace, and style.