Five rural luxury hotels to get away and fully disconnect

Exclusive getaways where peace and comfort take center stage

Amid vineyards, mountains, and dreamlike landscapes, five rural hotels have become real temples of wellness. Their designer spas, exclusive treatments, and high-end cuisine transform every stay into an unforgettable experience. Whether it’s an ancient monastery, a historic estate, or a mountain refuge, they all share the same essence: luxury, nature, and tranquility in perfect harmony—the ideal place to escape from it all. Awarded Best Getaway Hotel at the Condé Nast Awards 2023, La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel (Deiá, Mallorca) blends history, nature, and tranquility and has become one of the island’s most coveted spots in which to disconnect. Located in a 16th-century villa surrounded by olive trees and mountains, this hotel is synonymous with Mediterranean serenity. Its spa, with windows that let in light and views of Cala Deiá, offers custom therapeutic treatments to elevate the relaxation experience. Valdepalacios Hotel Gourmand (Torrico, Toledo). Set on an estate of nearly 1,480 acres, this site elevates luxury rural living with 27 rooms distributed between the main house and the gardens. Its offering combines safaris to spot wild boars, deer, and fallow deer with peaceful moments in a spa with large windows, merging nature and well-being. The experience culminates at the Tierra restaurant, where chef Jesús Hernández reinvents tradition using products from the estate itself. Lodge Ski & Spa (Sierra Nevada, Granada). This hotel combines alpine luxury with Spanish rural charm. Its direct access to the slopes makes it the perfect base for ski lovers, while its spa features indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, and relaxing treatments to restore the body after a day in the snow. With cozy spaces, a top-level gastronomic offering, and impeccable service, it’s a real dream come true.

The outdoor pool and circular jacuzzi offer up the dream refuge after a day of adventures on the slopes
The outdoor pool and circular jacuzzi offer up the dream refuge after a day of adventures on the slopes © El Lodge Ski & Spa

Finca Cortesín (Casares, Málaga). Overlooking the Málaga mountains, this estate represents a resolutely authentic sophistication. Its gardens and palace courtyards invite you to stop time and surrender to the enveloping calm. Its spa, considered one of the most beautiful in the country, unveils a range of luxury treatments in a setting inspired by Moorish, Indian, and European elements. Between sporting activities and signature cuisine, it offers an unprecedented experience of disconnection. Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine (Sardón de Duero, Valladolid). In the heart of Ribera del Duero, this hotel stands out for the unique nature of its underground spa, a bright space that amazes guests with its innovative Spa Sommelier concept. Some treatments begin with wine tastings, integrating the region’s winemaking character into the experience. The five-star, multi-award-winning establishment, bursting with history, merges silence, architecture, and wellness in a unique setting, ideal for those seeking a stay that combines hedonism and Castilian authenticity.