Hotels, resorts and villas that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and re-energised
Six Senses Southern Dunes, the red sea
In Saudi Arabia, Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea, offers a tranquil desert oasis with 76 open-plan villas, each featuring an outdoor terrace for an immersive connection with nature. Set amid the serene golden desert landscape, the resort provides customised wellness programmes that invite guests to rediscover themselves and relax. The 3,974m2 Six Senses Spa takes inspiration from its surroundings, incorporating interiors that echo the sweeping dunes and their soothing sandy hues. The upper floor houses a state-of-the-art gym with panoramic desert views, while the lower floor accommodates treatment rooms and a wet area with self-shaded water features and refreshing cold pools.
Highlights of the spa encompass a Holistic Anti-Ageing Centre, a sensory suite with a meditation dome, outdoor treatment cabanas with relaxation spaces, and a pool bar. Local Arabic influences are woven into the wellness experience, with nods to the region’s incense heritage, including the use of locally-sourced frankincense known for its various health benefits.
The Datai Langkawi
Surrounded by the ancient rainforest on Langkawi Island, The Datai Langkawi has 121 rooms, suites, and villas, ensuring guests enjoy enchanting views of the tropical rainforest or the Andaman Sea.
Culinary adventures unfold at The Gulai House, an award-winning restaurant for Malaysian cuisine, and The Pavilion, a Thai gem perched on stilts amid the rainforest canopy. The Dining Room, The Beach Club, and The Lobby Lounge offer diverse dining with stunning views. Special occasions merit beachfront candlelit dinners.
Whether in the Canopy Collection with panoramic vistas, the Rainforest Collection immersed in nature, or the Beach Collection’s private villas, The Datai Langkawi promises an extraordinary escape, seamlessly woven into Malaysia’s natural beauty.
Amilla Maldives
Located within UNESCO’s Baa Atoll, Amilla Maldives is an enchanting retreat for couples, families, and friends. Its 59 Over Water, Treetop, and Beach Villas, each graced with private pools, epitomise luxury.
Meanwhile, the four-, six-, and eight-bedroom private residences offer full kitchens and meticulously designed living spaces. This pristine island paradise boasts lush jungles, ivory beaches, and crystal-clear waters, ensuring an array of activities for all. From thrilling watersports to serene sunset cruises and coral frame planting, there’s something for every age and occasion. Beneath the waves, an acclaimed house reef beckons avid snorkelers and divers.
As part of the Small Luxury Hotels’ Considerate Collection, the Earth Check accredited resort passionately champions eco-friendly practices. Initiatives like Homemade@Amilla and Homegrown@Amilla underscore their commitment to locally sourced ingredients. Tailored menus, including Wellness Your Way, cater to various dietary needs, ensuring everyone’s culinary delight.
