Nothing says luxury like experiencing the best spas and wellness centres that Asia has to offer. Travelling in Asia offers you an incredible cross-section of exquisite locations. From the island paradise of the Maldives to the craggy peaks of Nepal and the jungles of Cambodia, Asia offers visitors a wealth of uniquely diverse experiences.
This beautiful part of the world offers divine cuisine that has been crafted in the same ways for hundreds of years, cultural garments that appear nowhere else in the world, and traditional experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Asia is renowned worldwide for welcoming visitors with open arms. Many travel to this part of the world with one thing in mind: rest and relaxation. The luxury spa and wellness industry in Asia is flourishing, and it's the number one destination to explore if you’re looking for wellness treatments and experiences like no other. These are our favourite luxury spas spread across Asia.
What To Know About Asian Wellness Travel
The first and most important thing to note is that travelling between locations on public transport or even by road can often be challenging or uncomfortable. Your spa experiences may be marred by scary traffic or bad roads, so we suggest air travel whenever possible. Opting for private jet hire for travelling across Asia is a wise precaution and will make your stay much more comfortable!
Asian heat and humidity can also be an unfamiliar surprise if you aren't prepared. Remember to carry water at all times and apply SPF every day, whether you are inside or out. Wardrobe-wise, ensure you pack lightweight, breathable fabrics like linen and a selection of comfortable footwear.
Now that you’re more prepared, let’s explore the best spa destinations in Asia.
Abode Hotel and Spa — Bombay, India
What’s so special: This spa offers job opportunities to visually impaired individuals.
Hidden behind a deceptively simple and unimposing entrance lies the all-encompassing luxury of the Abode Hotel and Spa Mumbai. As you step through those simple doors, you enter a world where your every whim is catered to by the most experienced and well-trained staff you’ll ever meet. Abode is a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the city and a place for tired travellers to find rest and rejuvenation. This soulful boutique hotel is beautifully decorated in a way that honours the city’s colonial and Art Deco past and its vibrant present.
The spa is a little slice of heaven and a truly special place. All of the massage therapists in the Abode Spa come to the hotel from the Victoria Memorial School for the Blind — a local school that trains vision-impaired individuals in traditional massage techniques. These experts ply their trade for the wellness-seekers who come through the doors of the bijou treatment room and work away all worries, stress, and sore muscles.
Treat yourself to some reflexology or a Thai massage after a long day taking in the sights. Providing job opportunities for those who may otherwise struggle to find work is just one of the things that makes this spa stand out among the rest; the other is the incredible quality of the treatments provided.
Navutu Dreams Resort & Wellness Retreat — Siem Reap, Cambodia
What’s so special: This resort is an entirely plastic-free paradise.
Set in a green haven overflowing with verdant flora, the Navutu Dreams Resort and Wellness Retreat waits to enfold you in its embrace. This Cambodian resort is known for its personalised packages that offer travellers everything they need while ensuring a strict commitment to sustainability. The authentic Cambodian touches in design and cuisine remind visitors that they are one with their surroundings; the extensive grounds let them feel as though they have found a personal paradise in the middle of nowhere.
The yoga, wellness, and spa experiences at Navutu Dreams are the real drawcards here. You can book yoga retreats led by local yogis or take private yoga or meditation classes when you visit. The holistic wellness treatments on offer (reiki, lymphatic drainage, acupuncture massage, sound bath, and more) perfectly complement the spa experience. Your body and mind can be treated in one place. After your workout or sound bath, head to the spa for facials, body scrubs, and wraps that will put you in a self-care frame of mind.
Rohet Garh — Rajasthan, India
What’s so special: This fort is classified as a Heritage Hotel, and the building has been maintained rather than changed.
A family-run business offers you an oasis in India, in the scorching desert. Once a seat for the nobility and the local installation of the Maharaja’s court, this exquisitely restored palace fort is a colourful, traditionally decorated, and exquisitely outfitted escape from reality. Each of the 32 magnificently appointed rooms has a unique character, and the experiences in this paradise range from horseback riding and bird watching to swimming and indulging in the highest quality traditional cuisine.
The Tattva Spa is a jewel in the crown of this experience. Find the rest and relaxation you’ve been seeking in the gorgeous treatment rooms and treat yourself to anything from facials to full body massages, aroma therapy, and reflexology treatments to alleviate aches, pains, and headaches. The spa is located close to the gardens, so birdsong becomes the soundtrack to your spa experience.
Mathis Lodge — Ubud, Bali
What’s so special: Waking up surrounded by the pristine beauty of Balinese rice fields.
Bali is one of the most travelled destinations in Asia, but you’ve never experienced it like this. Mathis Lodge is a taste of tranquillity and a dose of that Balinese charm that brings people back to the country repeatedly. In the heart of the rice fields, you can spend languid days lazing in the infinity pool or sunning yourself, taking authentic Balinese cooking classes from the head chef, or river rafting off-location.
Indulge all your senses at the in-house spa with treatments featuring local, natural, and organic ingredients that will calm and refresh you. Spa experiences can be curated for individuals or couples looking for a romantic treat during a buddy vacation. The spa treatments — from hot stone massages and aloe vera face treatments to mani-pedis and body scrubs — are set to the music of the wind blowing through the rice fields just outside your window.
Restore Your Senses
Embark on a transformative journey to India, Bali, and Cambodia, where centuries of wisdom and tradition intertwine to create an unparalleled tapestry of wellness and self-discovery. Surrender to the skilled hands of traditional healers, who draw upon nature's bounty and ancient techniques to restore harmony to body, mind, and spirit.
