BodyHoliday to Debut in Europe with Wellness Retreat in Portugal
Luxury wellness brand BodyHoliday is bringing its renowned health and fitness philosophy to Europe with a spectacular €158 million retreat on Portugal’s pristine East Algarve coastline. Scheduled to open in 2027, this five-star destination will be the brand’s first European property, joining its celebrated flagship in Saint Lucia.
Set beside the unspoiled sands of Praia da Lota, the BodyHoliday Algarve will offer 220 guest rooms and suites, each designed to reflect the natural beauty of its surroundings. Interiors by Clodagh Design will draw inspiration from the region’s soft sand dunes, coastal light, and local materials, creating a modern, harmonious aesthetic.
Wellness will take centre stage with a 50-treatment-room spa, lush landscaped gardens, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre for Pilates, spinning, and yoga. Guests will also enjoy five dining venues, a welcoming clubhouse, three outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and direct beach access.
Designed by OTO Architects in collaboration with environmental consultant SRE, the resort will be built to BREEAM international sustainability standards, ensuring minimal environmental impact while blending seamlessly with the Algarve’s natural landscape.
With backing from the local municipality of Vila Real de Santo António, construction is already underway. Álvaro Araújo, president of the Municipal Chamber, calls the project “a game-changer for the region,” poised to elevate East Algarve’s tourism offering and attract high-end travellers from key markets including the US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, and Italy.
By combining world-class wellness, sustainable luxury, and an enviable beachfront location, the BodyHoliday Algarve is set to redefine the standard for European wellness escapes.
