Spa Guide: The New Wellness Sanctuaries Shaping Luxury Travel in 2026
Wellness travel in 2026 feels more practical, more personal and a lot more interesting. The newest spa openings aren’t about switching off completely or disappearing into a robe for days on end — they’re about feeling better in ways that actually last. From Australia’s Èliva day spas designed to fit around real travel itineraries, to London’s Le Petit Saint where aesthetic medicine is handled with restraint and taste, and destination spas like Six Senses London, Alila Mayakoba and Lake Como EDITION, these are places people are visiting for clear reasons.
Each offers something genuinely distinct. Some are perfect for a half-day reset between meetings or beach time, others for deeper recovery, better sleep or visible skin results. You’ll find thoughtfully designed spaces that don’t feel intimidating, treatments that balance science with comfort, and locations that make sense — whether that’s a city you’re already visiting or a resort you’d travel for anyway.
For travellers who want wellness that fits into life, rather than taking it over, these are the spas worth knowing about — and the ones quietly setting a more realistic, rewarding standard for luxury wellbeing.
Èliva
Opening: From early 2026
Set to launch in early 2026 across three flagship locations in New South Wales, Èliva represents a new vision for luxury wellness within hospitality. Created by Salter Brothers Hospitality, Èliva transcends the traditional hotel spa, offering sensory-led journeys built around the pillars of Rest, Recovery and Invigorate. Each space is a sanctuary of holistic healing and advanced therapies, from LED mask experiences and PEMF recovery lounges to personalized movement and restorative rituals that feel both intentional and deeply transformative. Every spa includes serene treatment rooms, thermal spaces and recovery lounges, while select destinations add hot and cold plunge experiences and nature-inspired fitness offerings. Complemented by an Australian-made product line and a first-ever hotel collaboration with skincare house Omorovicza, Èliva invites guests to explore wellness at their own pace in an environment that is simultaneously calm, thoughtful and luxurious.
Le Petit Saint, London
Opening: March 2025
Opened in March 2025, Le Petit Saint is the first London boutique clinic from celebrated Australian aesthetic physician Dr. Joseph Hkeik, nestled in the heart of Mayfair. More than a clinic, Le Petit Saint is a sanctuary where beauty, design and wellbeing converge. Dr. Hkeik’s bespoke aesthetic approach focuses on subtle, natural enhancements delivered through precision treatments ranging from advanced injectables to cutting-edge skin health programs. Enhanced wellness experiences include hyperbaric oxygen therapy and restorative Nap Pod sessions, all set within interiors by acclaimed designer Blainey North that feel more like an art gallery than a medical space. Across five beautifully curated levels, each nuance of light, texture and material has been chosen to reflect the clinic’s ethos of artistry and transformation, making Le Petit Saint a destination for those seeking personalized aesthetic care in an environment of inspired luxury.
Six Senses London Spa
Opening: March 1, 2026
The long-anticipated Six Senses London is set to debut on March 1, 2026, within the historic redevelopment of the former Whiteleys department store in Bayswater. Across a sprawling 2,300 sqm wellness floor, the spa will introduce London’s first magnesium pool along with an Alchemy Bar, flotation pods and cryotherapy facilities, all under Six Senses’ signature holistic philosophy. Designed to feel more like a restorative escape than a typical hotel amenity, this urban retreat integrates cutting-edge therapies with thoughtful design and wellness assessments based on individual needs, inviting guests to pause, reset and reconnect in the heart of the city.
https://www.sixsenses.com/en/hotels-resorts/europe/united-kingdom/london/
Alila Mayakoba Spa, Riviera Maya
Opening: Early 2026
Early 2026 also marks the arrival of Alila Mayakoba in the Riviera Maya, introducing the brand’s first Mexican property and a wellness experience deeply rooted in nature and ancient traditions. Set within a rainforest-lined lagoon and white-sand beaches, the spa at Alila Mayakoba blends outdoor hydrotherapy circuits, Temazcal-inspired steam rituals and meditation spaces inspired by Mayan heritage, inviting guests to reconnect with body and environment in equal measure. This serene enclave of holistic healing complements the resort’s elegant eco-luxury ethos, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking a restorative beachside escape in the new year.
https://mayakoba.com/es/bienestar/
The Lake Como EDITION Spa
Opening: March 2026
On the shores of Italy’s iconic Lake Como, The Lake Como EDITION is poised to become one of Europe’s most compelling spa addresses when it opens officially in March 2026. Set within a historic 19th-century estate, the EDITION’s wellness experience centers on a forward-looking spa offering treatments focused on longevity, rejuvenation and deep relaxation. The design brings together refined interiors with the serenity of the surrounding lake, creating an environment where refined wellbeing seamlessly integrates with the region’s timeless elegance. From restorative therapies to specialized programs tailored around individual wellbeing goals, this lakeside spa promises to be a highlight of any Italian escape.
