The beauty and serenity of Bali yet closer to home. This is Shanti-Som. Secluded and intimate. This is where you’ll rediscover yourself.

What a majestic view! Hidden away in the mountains of Andalusia, Shanti-Som looks out on to the Sierra de las Nieves and a nature reserve. Meanwhile, the trendy beach resort of Marbella is just a 15-minute drive away. From Malaga airport: approx. 45-minute drive

The individualised approach, complete calm and rooms decorated with the finest eye for detail all contribute to the magic of Shanti-Som. So do the detox and weight loss programmes. And the Balinese architecture. And the garden, with its waterfalls and olive and citrus trees. So, if you’re looking to relax in a lovely environment where you’ll be more than well looked after, this is the place for you. Small yet luxurious, comfortable and professional: perfect!

The spa has a yoga studio, four treatment rooms, a sauna and a steam room. The relax lounge is a unique feature: head there after a relaxation massage to enjoy a cup of detox-tea. The gym has just been renovated. A large glass wall now allows you to enjoy views of the Sierra de las Nieves while you exercise. If you have a specific goal in mind, Shanti-Som offers expert yoga, detox, weight loss or stress management programmes. Should you so wish, there is also a personal trainer who can devise an individual exercise and diet plan for you, tailored around your personal goals or requirements. (Not to mention your home situation so that, once you’re home, you can maintain that healthy lifestyle.)

The Samsara Restaurant is a lovely spot for a healthy breakfast after a yoga class. But light and healthy lunches or romantic dinners are exceptional here, too. The chefs take their inspiration from Asia and the Middle East. Their creations are an original fusion, prepared using local organic ingredients as much as possible. Special dietary requirements can be catered to.