Top 10 spas in the Alps

A true gem in the stunningly beautiful Dolomites, the Adler Mountain Lodge takes luxury and style to new heights. Set on a plateau with extraordinary views this romantic lodge hosts a beautifully warm outdoor infinity pool from which the views are quite simply, out of this world. The Alpine Spa is designed so the beautiful surroundings are brought to life with plenty of panoramic views, even the sauna has a view! It offers a good range of treatments, using a natural in-house product range. With the emphasis on serenity this is a peaceful sanctuary in which to relax, unwind and enjoy the spectacular views.

The Chedi Andermatt has brought a new level of luxury to the traditional Alpine village of Andermatt as Asian slick meets Alpine chic. Their fabulous 2,400m2 spa houses a 35 metre indoor pool covered by a glass roof and overlooking the Alps, as well as a 12 metre temperature controlled outdoor lap pool. This enormous Spa and wellness centre has a state of the art Technogym and 10 treatment rooms with therapists using the finest natural products. It also features a range of baths and saunas, including bio and Finnish saunas, a scented salt steam bath, hot and cold plunge pools, hammam, ice fountain and flower bath. Based on oriental philosophy and healing traditions, the Asian inspired treatments use natural products from ila, REN and Alpienne which have been adapted for The Chedi Andermatt.

Le Chabichou is a picturesque white wood hotel perched on the edge of the mountain just a stone’s throw from the centre of Courchevel 1850. The modern spa is all about sensory experience with modern innovations including a musical pool, a polar bath, ice fountain and salt grotto. Tired muscles can be eased in the 'Indian Ocean' pool or the mineral-rich 'Dead Sea' pool or indulge in a soothing massage or choose a rejuvenating facial from a great selection of treatments. The Cha'Banya Spa features an extra-large steam room, sauna, fitness room and a spacious jacuzzi. Water paths, a sensory and tactile tropical rain trail, and an 'Alpine bath' bio sauna add to the innovative facilities on offer. The beauty salon has a wide range of treatments available for ultimate relaxation; perfect after a hard day's skiing.

The epitome of a luxurious alpine retreat, Les Fermes de Marie is a beautiful, 5* luxury hotel formed of nine beautiful chalets, three restaurants and the Pure Altitude Spa. After a day on the slopes, the spa offers a world of respite with its extensive facilities including an indoor pool and 17 treatment rooms in cabins. The fabulous large swimming pool is surrounded by windows that open up to the outside with indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, saunas and a fitness room. Pure Altitude is now a brand of cosmetic treatment products that use plant extracts with active ingredients from over 50 mountain plants that have anti-oxidant and remineralising properties.

This luxurious hotel boasts some of the best accommodation in Val d'Isere, as well as first class restaurants. There's an 800 square metre spa with indoor pool, sauna, Hammam, Jacuzzi, and balneotherapy facilities. Thalgo spa products and cosmetics are used, and a wide range of relaxing and revitalising treatments are on offer. The hotel also features state of the art gym and workout facilities.

Perched on Europe’s most beautiful and largest high-altitude plateau, Alpina Dolomites invites you to soak up the stunning Dolomites from the indulgent COMO Shambhala Retreat. Panoramic landscapes surround the thoroughly luxurious wellness centre and heated pools, inviting you to immerse yourself in nature’s serenity. Focussed on improving your health and to strengthening your immune system and life energy, with a wide range of pleasurable and healthy treatments. Here you can indulge in holistic treatments, health and wellness programmes, top-quality cosmetic products and relaxing beauty treatments.

Plunge into pools galore at the Hotel Fanes spa. A 360° panoramic ‘Sky Pool’ is the class act here, casting your eye to the beauty of the surrounding Dolomites, showcasing the striking vista throughout the seasons from its elevated position. Not forgetting the indoor/outdoor swimming pool inviting you to swim in the fresh air even when the snow is falling. Another highlight is the brine bath with whirlpool and underwater music in the garden, a unique swimming experience awaits you throughout your stay here along with a plethora of traditional Alpine Wellness treatments.

Pause and rewind in the AWAY Spa at W Verbier. Following the sleek and chic design that W emulates, the spa is no exception, with state-of-the-art facilities, AWAY signature treatments, two shimmering heated pools, outdoor swimming, plunge pools and FIT gym centre. Let your stress float away in the carefully crafted spa and pool areas, beautifully designed for you to relax under the twinkling sea of sparkling lights above you, no better place to rest aching legs after a busy day on the slopes.

You are in for a special treat at the Four Seasons Megeve with its beautiful Art Deco-inspired spa. As one of the largest spas in the Alps, they can offer many facilities and treatments. Designed all in white, the sense of calm will wash over you, letting you sink into relaxation from the off. Make the most of the sizeable indoor/outdoor pool that extends out into the snow, the individual relaxation ‘pods’ and vast treatment menu. Rothchild’s exemplary vision extends from the beautiful hotel into this well-thought-out and luxurious spa.

Aside from the gothic masterpiece that is Badrutts Palace, standing proud in the centre of glamourous St Moritz, it is also home to a sensational spa and fitness centre. The centrepiece is the large infinity indoor pool with rock features and floor-to-ceiling windows drawing your eye to the snowy peaks beyond, as well as a large outdoor whirlpool and an indoor hot tub. Along with two steam rooms, saunas and an ice room, not forgetting the many different treatments and wellness packages, all designed to ebb your stress away and take your stay to the next level.