Unique gems: 5 designer spas

Claudia Hilmbauer, 21.05.2025

Relaxation is great—beautiful relaxation is even better: Spas are no longer tucked away in hotel basements. These days, they’re destinations in their own right—well worth the trip. Here are some of the most stunning spas that offer a treat for the eyes as well as the body.

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Since wellness areas in hotels are no longer relegated to the basement, but have become highly visible showpieces and even a booking argument for many hotels, the demands on their design have also increased enormously. Textures, colors and lighting are therefore no longer left to chance. "It is precisely these elements that often have the most direct influence on the guest experience. We know that certain colors can trigger calm and serenity, and that lighting moods can be used to shape the entire course of the day," reveals Yohandel Ruiz, Founding Partner of Studio DADO. Here are five hotels whose design spas do everything right:

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