Best New Wellness Hotels & Resorts

We could all use a getaway about now... somewhere focused on me, myself and I. Thank goodness for these incredible new wellness-focused hotels and resorts. With so many options, how will you choose?

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.Here Baa Atoll — Maldives

It’s the eternal question on the Maldives’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll: beach or above-water villa? At Somewhere, the first phase of .Here—the new top-notch offering from Seaside Collection, who run nearby Finolhu—there’s no need to choose.

Each of the seven residences stretches across the width of the island: sand at one end and that covetable ladder straight into the Indian Ocean at the other. Designed by Singapore’s KulörGroup with interiors by Inge Moore of London’s Muza Lab, the two-story villas are inspired by dhoni boats and Feyli sarongs. They have appealing outdoor showers, hammocks, sun loungers, swings, and suspended sky infinity pools on the first floor that drop to a cascading waterfall, leading to another small plunge pool below. As far as interiors go, the soft furnishings are tactile and textured, all voluminous cushions, cloud lamps, and fringed curtains.

Dream accommodation aside, guests come here for the experiences, and setting them up is a breeze. A Roohu (butler) is assigned to each residence, conjuring everything from spa treatments to activities at the Water Sports Centre; eco-conscious guests can dive deeper on a Coral Conservation Course, snorkeling the reef alongside marine biologists.

Chef Georgios Vasilopoulos, previously of Raffles Dubai and Nobu Matsuhisa Mykonos, oversees the open-air restaurant, Safar. He also served as personal chef to the royal family of Jordan, and while he remains tight-lipped about the experience, he has no such qualms about blowing guests away with his seafood barbecues.

Guests of Somewhere can also pop to Finolhu for dinner at the Crab Shack, body care rituals at the Fehi Spa, and play time at the Oceaneers kids club. The second phase of the resort, Nowhere, designed for total buyouts, is set to open in spring 2026 with two palatial residences (a three-bedroom and a five-bedroom) and Fehi Wellness, a dedicated spa, all on their own private island. From $17,918.07. —Divia Thani

andBeyond Suyian Lodge — Kenya

As I pull up to andBeyond Suyian Lodge, I’m met with a chorus of staff singing and chanting my welcome, and I know I’ve arrived somewhere special. Previously a privately owned cattle ranch, the lodge is the only tourist-centric accommodation in this corner of Laikipia, Kenya. The conservation it sits on spans 44,000 acres and is home to more than 100 different species of African wildlife.

Crucially, the land forms part of the wildlife movement corridor, which allows animals to migrate freely and safely without human interference. The lodge is built into the landscape in a way that feels artful, curated, and respectful of its surroundings.

Out on the terrace sits a telescope—a reminder of why we’re here and of all there is to see. There are only 14 suites in total, each as spacious as the next. Interiors are a reflection of nature and sourced locally where possible—think stone walls, mustard yellow cushions, and authentic wood side tables.

My (enormous) bed faces glass doors that open onto my terrace and gaze out across the plains. Even the mosquito net is chic. All food and drink is included, from the chocha-mocha-rula poured midway through each morning game drive to the self-serve bar at the pool. Between game drives, we lounged by the infinity pool, enjoyed the gym, and booked yoga. But the spa is especially noteworthy; the steam room and cold plunge are open to all guests, and the views are so distracting that it makes the ice water (almost) enjoyable. From $1,500. —Sarah Leigh Bannerman

The Carlton, a Rocco Forte Hotel — Milan, Italy

There’s an understated new arrival in Milan’s fashionable heart, the Quadrilatero della Moda. In many ways, it’s the epitome of the Milanese.

Neither flashy nor maximalist, it eschews grand gestures and unnecessary embellishment and focuses instead on exceptional high quality and craftsmanship. Part of Rocco Forte Hotels, this is very much a family affair. Interior design is overseen by Sir Rocco Forte’s sister, Olga Polizzi, who worked with Philip Vergelyn and Paolo Moschino to create calming spaces that whisper rather than shout.

The suites with private terraces among the neighborhood’s rooftops really do sing, though—they’re delightful on sunny mornings and evenings, and ideal for peering at the fashion action in the street below. Facing the silence of the inner courtyard, the rooms are conducive to the best night’s sleep, especially when one is cosseted by fluffy pillows and wrapped in silky smooth sheets.

Additional relaxation comes courtesy of the bijou spa by Irene Forte, Sir Rocco’s daughter, where therapies use made-in-Italy products infused with apricot, horse chestnut, and hibiscus seed from her B Corp–certified skin-care brand. The food is equally wholesome, made with seasonal ingredients sourced from artisanal producers. And this being Milan, aperitivo is a must. The Carlton Bar’s classics are reliable standards, but cocktail maestro Salvatore Calabrese’s signatures will keep guests sipping and chatting long into the night. From $1,534. —Nicola Chilton

Casa Renoir — Noosa, Australia

In-the-know travelers have long sensed the creative whirring of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, where a tight-knit community of makers, growers, and designers have been quietly shaping a scene that feels reminiscent of the earlier, less self-conscious years of Byron Bay, three hours south.

As the pendulum gently swings from the beach towards the hills—and the weatherboard towns that dot them—the mood becomes slower, greener, and more expressive. Casa Renoir feels like a crystallization of that shift. Owned by husband-and-wife duo Rory Elsom and Hayley Bonham, who traded Sydney for this fertile pocket of the countryside, the 40-acre estate channels the romance of southern Italian masserie, with handcrafted stone walls, graceful arches, and interiors layered like still lifes, with pieces from antique markets and regional makers.

Mornings might begin at La Plage, the freshwater pool, before the day drifts between private villa swims, long lunches, and the low hum of cicadas. With only a handful of villas planned, the mood remains intimate, though a program of visiting-chef suppers and creative gatherings shaped by the community forming around it is in the works. From $850. —Chloe Sachdev

Castel Badia — San Lorenzo di Sebato, Italy

Of all the smart new hotels that have recently opened in the Dolomites, Castel Badia—set in a manor house that dates back to the year 1000—is at the top of the pile. The hotel, an Alpine counterpart to Puglia’s Borgo Egnazia, was created by Ian Schrager’s protégé Aldo Melpignano, who brings a new sense of cool to high-end Italian hospitality.

The building has served as a courthouse, a convent, a private castle, and, since the 1970s, a hotel. A recent renovation saved everything that could be saved: The floors, wood ceilings, stuccoed vaults, and frescoes remain. A painting of an abbess gazes down from the wall of the show kitchen at the casual, traditional Stube, where chef Andrea Ribaldone prepares dishes like grilled pumpkin served with truffles and olive oil; he will also open a fine-dining restaurant in the coming year.

Silence reigns in this ancient castle, where life, as it did in the Middle Ages, revolves around the courtyard. Through that nexus, you access the garden, swimming pool, guest rooms (there are 28 in total, along with a three-story chalet), basement spa with frescoed relaxation rooms overlooking the mountains, and crypt of San Lorenzo, a protected site that, like the rest of the castle, is open to the public. This remains a sacred place, even as guests enjoy its sybaritic offerings. From $638. —Sara Magro

Metrópolis Madrid — Spain

For over a century, the Edificio Metrópolis—much photographed and admired but for years elusively inaccessible—has defined Madrid’s skyline. Now, a distinct and ambitious renovation project, stewarded by Marta Seco and Sandro Silva’s Grupo Paraguas, has restored not only its architectural splendor but also its vital pulse.

Reborn as Club Metrópolis, the landmark building’s eight floors now house an international private members club, a 19-room boutique hotel, and seven restaurants, and is set to host a roster of twice-weekly experiences. Hotel guests enjoy club membership and all-area access for the duration of their stay. Lázaro Rosa-Violán’s design brings coherence to the interiors, shaping the building as a single contemporary house where luxury lies in discretion and a sense of belonging and time shared.

From the surprising Spa de Langostas restaurant to the rooftop overlooking the city, and from the intimacy of the rooms to La Galería’s languid mood, Club Metrópolis comes together as a new way to experience Madrid. From $944. —María Casbas

Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort — Florida

Naples, Florida, finally has the stunning beachfront resort it has been worthy of. Set directly on the sands of the Gulf Coast, Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, balances modern swagger with Old Florida sensibility, bringing a distinctly local point of view to a place long defined by tradition.

The seven-story, all-balcony resort settles comfortably into its residential surroundings, but the mood shifts the moment you step inside, where soaring ceilings, bleached pecky cypress surfaces, brass details, and layered millwork suggest the kind of Florida beach house you’d design after landing a grand inheritance. Guest rooms are generously-sized and mostly Gulf-facing.

There are deep balconies that are furnished for lingering and feature telescoping glass doors that keep the beach visually close. The lobby hums from morning to night, drawing a mix of destination guests and well-heeled locals dressed for sunset. Built on the former site of the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, the resort preserves its legacy where it matters most: HB’s and the Sunset Bar are restored as beachfront anchors, and by late afternoon, ritual reigns as drinks are poured, chairs angle toward the horizon, and the sound of a conch shell being blown like a horn marks the sun’s descent into the Gulf.

Across the street, the 30,000-square-foot Sanctuary Spa delivers a hydrotherapy circuit unlike anything else in the region, as well as a rooftop lap pool overlooking the future Tom Fazio golf course. This long-awaited arrival feels rooted in place, confidently current, and unmistakably Four Seasons. From $1,200. —Paul Rubio

The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace — Khajuraho, India

As you leave the highway to turn onto a country road, The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace appears like a Postimpressionist subject, its beige crown backdropped by the freckled green of the Maniyagarh Hills.

Rajgarh was commissioned as a fort in the late 17th century. It is from here that the Bundela dynasty presided over a temple town rich with art and a forest full of tigers. Since then, it has lived many lives before becoming an Oberoi property in India, with 65 keys spread over 76 acres.

Under the lush cover of sal and palash trees are the garden rooms, ideal for families and guests with mobility restrictions or untethered children. The palace wing up the hill is where the chambers of the Bundela rulers have been redesigned as 17 rooms and suites across three levels, each with stunning views. Keeping with the theme, meals at the restaurant Maanya draw from India’s erstwhile royal kitchens and are accompanied by strains of the sitar.

The dazzling temples of Khajuraho are barely 30 minutes away, as is the Panna Tiger Reserve. That said, it’s still tempting to never leave the idyllic grounds. The lakeside pool and spa beckon for a leisurely afternoon of royal relaxation fit for a prince. From $1,090. —Salil Deshpande

Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa — Turks and Caicos

Most people who visit Turks and Caicos post up at hubs like Grace Bay, but South Caicos, with a local population of a thousand, feels a world away from the buzz of Providenciales.

When Salterra—part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection—opened as one of the island’s few resorts in 2025, it brought 100 ocean-facing rooms, a genuinely excellent staff, and a reason to get off the main circuit. Most rooms have polished stone floors and plenty of natural light, and open to a private terrace or patio. Decor nods to the locale without feeling themed; the palette—soft creams and pale pinks—evokes the nearby salt ponds (salinas) and resident flamingos that feed at their edges.

At Brine, the resort’s fine-dining restaurant, the chef pairs each dish of a five-course dinner with a distinct flavored salt, and you get a quick history lesson from your waitstaff about the bygone salt-harvesting industry that once powered the local economy. While you may be tempted to laze around at the adults-only pool, relax at the spa’s relaxation spaces, or eat your fill of shrimp aguachile at the on-site Cobo Bar & Grill, the Salterra adventure team is reason enough to leave your chaise lounge.

A snorkeling or diving excursion led by biologists Anna Zuke and Joey Plant will give you a newfound appreciation for coral, but if you prefer to stay out of deep water, you can kayak to a shallow sandbar and float in that crystal clear blue. It’s the people who make it hard to leave: My butler, Tony, always made sure I was prepared (and well fed) for my day’s activities, and the bartenders remember your name, drink, and travel story. When you check out, it feels like you’re leaving your extended family. From $726. —Hannah Singleton