Whether it’s summer vacation or a hard-earned end-of-year getaway, there’s a specific time for the kind of vacation that involves lots of lounging and eating and drinking. But we think there’s also a special time during and after the holidays, and that’s all about action: moving mindfully, trying a new skill or sport, exercising regularly and putting your health first.
Of course, a good time to do this is the beginning of a new year, a period filled with resolutions that, let’s be honest, are difficult to follow or even implement in the first place. A thoughtful, purposeful trip to a wellness-focused hotel or resort—one filled with many inspired products and amenities—can set you up for success in the long run.
If you find it difficult to turn intentions into real-life habits, consider spending some points on one of these luxury hotels around the world that make it easy to start moving your body.
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Miraval Arizona
Adrenaline fuels every physical challenge at Miraval Arizona, where the wellness concept is experiential and immersive amid Tucson’s spectacular desert landscape. 400 acres of wellness experts are ready to help guests relax and help adventurers test their mettle on the 45-foot Desert Sky Zipline and Sky Island Crossing. Some aggressive mountaineering and more gentle hikes are also an option, as well as archery and purple sage meditation; this meditation practice may not have as big of an impact on the body, but it has great mental and emotional benefits.
Rates at Miraval Arizona start at $1,180 per night or 45,000 World of Hyatt points.
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W Punta Mita
Surfers or those curious about the waves will find everything they are looking for at the W Punta de Mita. It’s set on a beautiful beach with swells suitable for beginners and professionals alike, and winter is the best season for surfing. The resort’s surfing curriculum includes introductory lessons and expert instruction for experienced surfers. After spending a few hours in the water, guests can discreetly enter an ice bath on the beach, participate in a cacao ceremony led by a shamanic mother-daughter duo, take a yoga class, or even find bliss with sound healing therapies by the sea.
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Room rates at W Punta de Mita start at $359 per night, or 62,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.
Valencia Ranch Resort & Spa
With a predominantly Mediterranean vibe, this 45-acre all-suite destination is much more than just a Southern California spa destination (although it does excel in the area). This resort in Rancho Santa Fe offers more than 100 weekly fitness classes—from spin and Pilates to boxing and TRX, as well as guided hikes and longevity treatments. Racquet sports are also given special emphasis. Guests have access to a total of more than 20 pickleball, tennis (hard and European clay) and cricket courts, with a range of activities available around the latter, including advanced practice and championship matches.
Rates at Rancho Valenica Resort & Spa start at $920 per night, and can also be booked with points through American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts.
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica
Part of a 1,400-acre private peninsula of sacred nature and protected, this beloved resort’s fitness and sports program is all about outdoor activities. There are scenic running tracks and competition-grade martial arts dojos in the jungle, where guests can try their hand at jujitsu and then enjoy a Thai massage or stretching class. There’s the SurfX guide for consciously catching waves, and Palmares Reserve: The Outpost, a base camp for mountain biking, aerial hiking, and ziplining. New in December 2025, guests can visit the cricket pitch and pump track at Papagayo Park. Nomads is the resort’s new adventure wellness program, offering naturalist-led mangrove kayaking, snorkeling and e-bike adventures.
Room rates at Andaz Peninsula Papagayo start at $1,150 per night, or 45,000 World of Hyatt points.
COMO Shambhala Manor
It’s hard to find a more sublime Pilates studio immersed in lush foliage than this wellness resort, where many guests book inclusive “wellness paths” designed to address specific concerns or goals. The pavilion for circuit training and yoga is also spectacular, and in the gym, guests can work with trainers to help produce lasting results. Walking around the hotel, with lots of hills and steps, is a workout in itself. But it’s a dreamy place, thanks to the vibrant, mystical atmosphere created by hidden swimming pools, a temple and healthy restaurants surrounded by greenery.
Rates at COMO Shambhala Estate start at $680 per night and can also be booked using Chase Ultimate Rewards points on The Edit.
Six Senses Rome
Rome isn’t the most obvious wellness destination, but Six Senses Rome’s newest signature experience is all about bringing the entire city to life. Services on offer include a beautiful boating experience on the Tiber with a river keeper, as well as a guided jog through the historic streets. There are complete wellness programs or individual classes here, from Hatha Yoga and Pilates to ultra-effective EMS strength training. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to book a health screening, which includes 40 key biomarkers to provide a detailed health assessment. End each day with a healing soak in the Roman thermal baths.
Rates at Six Senses Rome start at $1,295 per night or 247,000 IHG points.
Grand Hyatt Vail Resort and Spa
One of the best ways to burn calories outdoors in the winter is undoubtedly skiing or snowboarding. With an elevation of 8,000 feet and ski-in/ski-out access, this resort in Aspen, Colorado is a great choice. With the hotel’s Conscious Apres program, you can take an oxygen therapy class after a day on the slopes and enjoy a gorgeous guided snowshoeing tour at sunset. Other services include contrast therapy, exercise classes and a beautifully landscaped heated infinity pool for post-activity recovery.
Room rates at the Grand Hyatt Vail Resort and Spa start at $789 per night or 35,000 World of Hyatt points.
Mauna Lani Hotel Collection
If your active interests lean toward water and saltiness, this beachside dream spot on the Kohala Coast is where your 2026 wellness start. The resort’s Kainalu Marine Sports team will guide guests on a variety of exciting activities in the Pacific, including but not limited to two-person outrigger canoeing, paddle boarding, surfing and snorkeling (sightings of humpback whales are not guaranteed, but are very possible). For the more adventurous, there’s an introductory underwater rock running class led by extreme performance training coach Bullet Obra, who leads participants through an incredible Hawaiian workout.
Rates at the Mauna Lani start at $724 per night, and can also be booked with points through American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts.
Saltera, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
The activities on offer at this blissful South Caicos resort and spa are almost as rich as the island’s rare ecosystems. Under expert guidance, vacationers can kayak through mangroves, past secluded coves, or experience challenging bonefish fishing in the shallows of Caicos Shoals. Perhaps even more exciting are the foiling and kitesurfing lessons, which harness the island’s steady breezes and participants’ core strength and balance for fast-paced journeys over turquoise water.
Room rates at Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa start at $1,101 per night, or 90,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.
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Ojai Valley Inn
Located in the idyllic Ojai Valley with a dry, mild climate and sweeping views of Topatopa Mountain, this resort features a luxurious spa, extensive wellness programs and a championship golf course. It is perhaps best known for its multi-court tennis center, which offers on-site clinics and personal coaching for guests of all ability levels, led by USPTA pro Dimitar Yazadzhiev. Pickleball is also an option, as are horseback riding, guided hikes, aerial yoga and art classes.
Room rates at the Ojai Valley Inn start at $769 per night, and can also be booked using I Prefer points.
