Escape the hustle. Every year, hotels vie to get into the Boutique Hotel Awards’ coveted shortlist. Our judges visit and review every single one – and they’re difficult people to relax. But the hotels on our list of Relaxation Retreats managed it. With Aryuvedic spas, aqua-biking (it’s a thing) and healthy food that tastes amazing.
Explore 82 exceptional boutique hotels from the Relaxation Retreats collection around the world. Click a pin to discover each property.

Mexico, Valle de Bravo
Casa Chichipicas
A trendy relaxation retreat in the hills of Valle de Bravo.
€121.00
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Canada, Clinton
Echo Valley Ranch & Spa
Authentic Thai spa meets the great Canadian outdoors
€339.00
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Australia, Brooklet
Gaia Retreat & Spa
€346.80
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Indonesia, Bali
Viceroy Bali
In the Valley of the Kings hides a fine dining marvel with private pools and breath-taking views.
€392.60
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Italy, Piedmont
Castello di Guarene
A uniquely preserved Baroque Castle to experience the Italian dolce vita in Piedmont.
€415.90
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South Africa, Franschhoek
Akademie Street Boutique Hotel
Absolute perfection in South African winelands.
€461.80
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Slovenia, Most na Soči
Klavže 28
Nature getaway in a stunningly renovated farmhouse at the doorstep of Slovenian’s famous Soča Valley.
€99.00
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Vietnam, Phu Quoc Island
Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island
A sparkling beachfront resort on the Vietnamese island paradise of Phu Quoc.
€100.70
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United Arab Emirates, Dubai
The Address Montgomerie
€101.00
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United States, San Francisco
Hotel Zetta
€105.70
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Italy, Lake Garda
Le Ali del Frassino
A resort paradise in romantic and historic Lake Garda.
€115.40
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Vietnam, Nha Trang
Amiana Resort Nha Trang
Refined tropical luxury resort overlooking Vietnam's East Sea
€121.40
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