10 of Most Stunning Ski Spa Resorts

Ski enthusiasts' favorite season is on the horizon... Now is the time to enjoy the majestic snow-covered nature and adrenaline-filled days. Especially when we know various inviting spa treatments are involved...

Blissful spa experiences in exclusive ski resorts are definitely a valuable part of winter vacations and self-care journeys as you glide down the pearly mountains... Unwinding moments in the après-ski jacuzzi, watching the sunset and de-stressing with a special massage are all within reach at these resorts. 

These moments also help us balance out and embrace us in warmth as we'll experience during our journey the intense effects of sun on our skin, muscle aches while climbing up and down the slopes and adrenaline overload coming with the excitement.   

Here are the resorts we’ve compiled specially for those planning a wonderful ski & spa vacation this winter... Be sure to take a look... Their ambiance is more than mesmerizing...

Deplar Farm, Iceland

Located in Iceland’s mountainous Troll Peninsula, Deplar Farm is a unique retreat, especially in the winter, with offers including spectacularly hypnotizing Aurora viewing, whale watching from the surrounding fjords, cross country skiing and snowmobiling lead by private heli-ski guides. The expansive Spa features geothermally heated indoor and outdoor pools, flotation tanks, an outdoor Viking sauna and hot tubs. The hotel also has intimate spaces like a private cinema, a game room as well as an alluring wine cellar. The prominent attraction of the hotel is the ‘Live Well’ program, taking us on a holistic ski spa retreat with our quintessence.

Fairmont Banff Springs, Canada

Rising regally among the vast pine forests of Banff National Park, Fairmont invites us to a winter holiday worthy of aristocrats with its facilities such as the 40,000 m2 enormous adults-only Spa, Fitness & Aquatic center, in addition to well-groomed ski resorts, skating rink and ultra-deluxe Golf course. Among the world-famous energizing signature treatments of Willow Stream Spa, guests’ favorites are the rejuvenating Ultimate Ascent and the couple's Hip Honeymooners. The Spa, quite impressive with its 27 treatment rooms, has a wide variety of areas including waterfall jacuzzis, indoor mineral pool, gender-segregated whirlpool and eucalyptus inhalation room. Once there, we suggest you visit the exhibitions of competent artists in the Artist’s Room as well.

Forestis Dolomites, Italy

Forestis, outlooking the magnificent Dolomites peaks, is a boutique paradise for adults, reflecting the Celtic love of nature from all angles. Combining the soft mountain climate with the healing power of pure spring water in its Spa facilities, each of the treatments offered is a signature of the hotel and can be tailored to our ‘intuitive’ preferences and needs. The guests’ number-ones are the Celts’ ritualistic Wyda Yoga and the unique “Tree Circle Ceremony”, which combines the sensorial, aromatic and energetic healing of endemic pine species with frequency-matched natural stones.

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena, Bulgaria

Located on the grandiose Pirin Mountain, Kempinski has extensive ski slopes just 1 minute from elegant accommodations and an award-winning Spa center that also offers day-spa treatments. Kempinski Spa, impressive with its state-of-art areas including several pools and jacuzzis, infrared cabin, digital detox area and immunity-booster snow room that resembles a timeless ice cave, is inspired by the four seasons of Europe in its treatments. The resort's most popular spa treatments are the Rose Garden applied with premium Bulgarian rose oil, and the four-dimensional, sensual Alphasphere experience that’s quite rare to find in spas.

Le Chalet Zannier, France

Combining French courtesy with rustic chic, Le Chalet is a boutique haven in the middle of the French Alps, allowing us to respite with our Self. The Spa, which uses Dr. Sturm’s innovative products in treatments, calls us to moments of serenity with its heated swimming pool, sauna and hammam, but does not keep us away from excitement as well by ensuring access to Megève’s huge ski resort accompanied by a private concierge and skilled instructors. What’s more is that, thanks to its partnership with the Somewhere Club, we may even dust off the tracks with Olympic medalist skiers, and try the region’s gourmet delicacies with Michelin-starred chefs...

Le Massif Hotel & Lodge, Italy

At Le Massif, located at the skirts of the fascinating Mont Blanc paved with ski tracks, and steps away from the streets of “Snow Queen” Courmayeur, we can experience many activities that fit perfectly to our mood, from skiing to challenging mountain climbing, from horseback riding to fat snow biking. Another pampering aspect of the hotel is that we'll have a ski valet in addition to the private concierge for our disposal. In the delectable Spa area, therapies and spaces that deeply relax our entire being, such as the Forest Bath therapy bringing us together with the pure energy of the mountains, signature treatments that balance our cores with the venue’s own Equilibrium philosophy, and the Bioaquam cycle, come to the fore.

Six Senses Residences, France

Bringing Courchevel's enchanted mountain life to new heights, Six Senses is eye-catching with its biophilic design inspired by the organic shapes of snow waves. The Spa, with its facilities like the acclaimed “Alchemy Bar”, the enormous swimming pool and the Kneipp bath, offers a plethora of treatments signed by Six Senses, customized to our needs with innovative technology including Biohacking. In addition to ski-in ski-out adventures by the La Croisette lift, we can also experience unforgettable journeys with the champagne Balloon and helicopter tours specific to the center under the guidance of our own ‘Guest Experience Maker’.

Sway Hotels, Turkey

Sway, stretching out right next to the Palandöken slopes, is a hotel that appeals to all adventure lovers with its private chair lift and slaloms, sled and speed ski tracks that allow day and night races, as well as high altitude sports facilities including a football field and a pool. Inspired by the natural beauty of the historical Chinese city of Shang-Du and blending East-West treatments in its selection, its Spa has facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, Zen Zone area, indulging Ladies Club and private Chubby Suite where we can get therapies suitable for before and apres skiing.

The Chedi Andermatt, Switzerland

Combining the extraordinary beauty of the Swiss Alps with the distinguished hospitality of Asia, The Chedi has its own ice skating area in addition to the vast slopes where we can ski with our personal ski butlers. Revealing its distinctive style with the artistic sushis by Michelin-starred ‘the Japanese’ and the Cigar Library with granite fireplace, Chedi’s well-equipped Spa is particularly opulent with its floor-to-ceiling windows, an indoor swimming pool gazing at the gorgeous snowy Alps, and hydrothermal facilities. Spa treatments focusing on natural and herbal healing are offered with a wide selection including bespoke Eastern rituals.

Tschuggen Grand Hotel, Switzerland

The sumptuous Tschuggen, where we can reach the fantastic Arosa slopes in just four minutes with its private funicular lift, is also quite fairytale-like with its four-storey Spa shimmering with sail shaped windows from the slopes. Spa context ranges from treatments with the patented Methode Physiodermie products to therapies containing eccentric oils like fennel and thyme, from the holistic ‘Moving Mountains’ program to signature Body Renew Ballancer detox. By the way, if you aspire to experience an unparalleled privilege of gliding through the entire track alone, don't miss the Private Mountain event happening between December 1-4!

See you in our other articles where we explore several Spa aspects, specify the concepts that suit our unique quintessence and very own “speed”…