World Spa Awards reveals the best in spa and wellness for 2024

 

(Posted 09th October 2024)

 

Winners

 

World Spa Awards – the global initiative to celebrate and reward excellence in the spa and wellness sector – has revealed the coveted winners of its landmark 10th annual programme.

Winners for 2024 include New York’s WORLD SPA, which took the title for ‘World’s Best Day Spa’. Switzerland’s Alpine Spa at Bürgenstock Hotel collected ‘World’s Best Hotel Spa’, whilst the opulent Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy reaffirmed its world-class wellness status by securing ‘World’s Best Wellness Retreat’. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech claimed ‘World’s Best Resort Spa’. ERAKULIS, the all-in-one wellness experience founded by Cristiano Ronaldo, was voted ‘World’s Best Wellness App’.

Standout newcomers include the incredible SHA Mexico, located amid the lush greenery of Rivera Maya, which sealed victory as ‘World’s Best New Wellness Retreat’. The profoundly calming Guerlain Spa at Raffles London at The OWO was awarded ‘World’s Best New Hotel Spa’. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino, Greece clinched ‘World’s Best New Resort Spa’.

Destination winners include Dubai, with its dazzling array of both traditional and leading-edge treatments, named ‘World’s Best Spa Destination’ and Arizona heralded ‘World’s Best Wellness Destination’.

The announcement follows a year-long search for the world’s top spa and wellness brands. Votes were cast by industry professionals, the media, and the general public, highlighting the sustained growth and innovation within the sector.

Mandarin Oriental, which scooped 18 titles for individual properties, also enjoyed success at brand level by winning ‘World’s Best Hotel Spa Brand’. Aromatherapy Associates retained its title for ‘World’s Best Aromatherapy Brand’, while L’OCCITANE en Provence was honoured as ‘World’s Best Spa Brand’. Miraval Resorts & Spas was recognised as ‘World’s Best Wellness Retreat Brand’.

Rebecca Cohen, Managing Director of World Spa Awards, commented: “As we celebrate a decade of recognising excellence in the spa and wellness industry, we are thrilled to see both the consistent quality of established names and the innovative spirit of new entrants. This year’s winners reflect the dynamic nature of our industry, showcasing a perfect blend of luxury, innovation, and holistic well-being. The 10th anniversary of World Spa Awards not only marks a milestone for us but also highlights the incredible evolution and vitality of the global spa and wellness sector.”

Other winners include The Symphony of Relaxation at One&Only Spa at One&Only Desaru Coast, Malaysia (‘World’s Best Spa Signature Treatment’); Banyan Tree Spa at Banyan Tree AlUla, Saudi Arabia (‘World’s Best Desert Spa’); The Edge Spa at The Lodge at Blue Sky, Utah (‘World’s Best Eco Spa’); Lanserhof Tegernsee, Germany (‘World’s Best Medical Spa’); Surrenne at The Emory, England (‘World’s Best Private Members Club Spa’).

For a full list of winners, please visit our website.

World Spa Awards is the sister event of World Travel Awards, currently celebrating its 31st anniversary.

 

 

Featured Winners from Africa

 

The Saxon Spa at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa (South Africa)

The Saxon Spa at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa (South Africa)

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech (Morocco)

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech (Morocco)

Lanzerac Spa (South Africa)

Lanzerac Spa (South Africa)

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge (Kenya)

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge (Kenya)

 

  Egypt

Resense Spa at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Cairo

Resense Spa at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Cairo

The Spa at Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

The Spa at Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

  Ghana

Resense Spa at Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

Resense Spa at Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

  Kenya

Swahili Spa at Swahili Beach

Swahili Spa at Swahili Beach

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

Spa by JW at JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

Anantara Spa at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa

Anantara Spa at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa

  Namibia

Wellness at Our Habitas Namibia

Wellness at Our Habitas Namibia

The Dome Serenity Spa

The Dome Serenity Spa

  Senegal

B / Attitude Spa at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza

B / Attitude Spa at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza

  Tanzania

The Spa at The Residence Zanzibar

The Spa at The Residence Zanzibar

The Spa at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

The Spa at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Beauty Expert by Mandala Wellness Group

Beauty Expert by Mandala Wellness Group

  Tunisia

Anantara Spa at Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas

Anantara Spa at Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas

  Zambia

Anantara Spa at The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara

Anantara Spa at The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara

 

Featured Global Winners

Alpine Spa at Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa

Alpine Spa at Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa

  • World’s Best Hotel Spa 2024

Six Senses Spa at Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

Six Senses Spa at Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

  • World’s Best Spa Design 2024

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino

  • World’s Best New Resort Spa 2024

Banyan Tree Spa at Banyan Tree AlUla

Banyan Tree Spa at Banyan Tree AlUla

  • World’s Best Desert Spa 2024

Aromatherapy Associates London

Aromatherapy Associates London

  • World’s Best Aromatherapy Brand 2024

Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental

  • World’s Best Hotel Spa Brand 2024

L'OCCITANE en Provence

L’OCCITANE en Provence

  • World’s Best Spa Brand 2024

Miraval Resorts & Spas

Miraval Resorts & Spas

  • World’s Best Wellness Retreat Brand 2024

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