15 amazing Czech spa getaways from historic baths to secluded forest retreats

Nowadays, the country’s top resorts and spa hotels have reinvented spa services to cater to overworked, modern spa-goers seeking both relaxation and restorative treatments.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Czech spa industry has seen a significant slowdown in recent months. According to preliminary reports, the country’s spas could face losses of up to 50 percent this year.

In light of the pandemic, spas and hotels, as well as the Czech government which hopes to give the struggling industry a helping hand, are encouraging domestic visits to spas with steep discounts, package deals, and more. If you’re looking to keep your summer holidays local, laidback, and affordable this year there’s no better time to visit a Czech spa.

Vouchers & Discounts

In addition to hotel discounts, cities are trying to draw in visitors as well.

In addition, the town of Karlovy Vary, a tourist hotspot, is offering discount vouchers for stays in the spa town.

Ten million crowns will go towards these vouchers, valid from May 25 to September 30. The Vary Vouchers offer three types of discounts: a 1,000 CZK discount for a minimum three-night stay with a reservation value of 3,000 CZK; a 2,500 CZK discount for a minimum four-night stay with a reservation value of 9,000 CZK; a 5,000 CZK discount for a spa stay of at least nights with a value of 19,000 CZK or more.

Wellness hotspots around Prague and the Czech Republic offer everything from massages to saunas to steam rooms and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a contemporary luxury spa, an outdoor spa in the middle of the woods, or a historical spa, our complete guide to the Czech Republic’s spa escapes has got you covered.

Carlo IV

The charming neo-renaissance Carlo IV spa is located in Prague’s city center and offers a number of treatments to help you relax and forget your stress. The exclusive spa facilities feature a 20-meter-long swimming pool with massage beds as well as a whirlpool, fitness room, steam room, sauna and more. During the summer months, the spa is offering 30 percent off its usual menu of treatments. In addition, find their summer special here, including the sought-after gua sha facial treatment. The hotel also sells vouchers to be used for any of its services, from spa, dining and accommodation.

The Four Seasons Spa

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Prague

Housed in a former 14th-century chapel, this modernized spa offers luxury and serenity for its guests. The two-story spa offers a variety of spa treatments, including massages, vitality pools, and more. Take a look at some of their spa treatment packages here.

The Sauna at Narodni Divadlo

Chateau Mcely

Tucked away in the rolling hills to the northeast of Prague is Chateau Mcely, a private and isolated luxury chateau. Their small spa focuses on natural and local aromatherapy. The spa offers skilled therapists focused on your individual needs as well as homemade products to soothe and relax you. The chateau offers a number of spa packages, including a couples package, a ladies’ weekend, and more.

Teepee & Spa 

Jáchymov Spa 

This spa is the first radon spa in the world and offers mineral radon water treatments to treat the joint, skin, and nervous system disorders. Jáchymov Spa offers wellness packages for rest and relaxation in addition to medical treatments. Officials will prepare an individual treatment plan for you based on your ailments. The spa recently received the award for Best Spa and Wellness Package.

Františkovy lázně 

Chateau Herálec

This secluded chateau in the Jihlava region boasts the first all-inclusive L’Occitane spa in the Czech Republic. The spa facilities are located under the medieval vaults and include a private swimming pool, traditional Finnish sauna, an herbal sauna, an infrasauna, and a steam sauna. They even have a whirlpool in the castle tower. You don’t have to be a guest at the 5-star resort to use the spa. The chateau has a number of special offers available, including a summer pampering getaway.

Hotel Augustiniánský Dům

This 100-year-old house near Luhačovice emphasizes soul generation and order. This house, run by two brothers, was transformed into a hotel and spa. In the basement, you’ll find several saunas and steam rooms; in addition, they offer treatments and massages of all kinds. Their specialty is a massage of the 6 senses as well as Augustinian massages and whole body rituals. If you book more than two procedures before your arrival, the hotel will give you a 200 CZK discount on each procedure.

The Ensana Health Spa Hotels in Mariánské Lázně

Miura Spa

Hotel Imperial

Beer Spas

Why not combine your love for beer with your love for relaxation? Bathing in beer, heavy with yeast, has a number of historical health benefits and dates back many years. This original beer spa has locations in all three major spa cities, including the historic Karlovy Vary. Relax in handmade, thousand-liter oak vats and drink an unlimited amount of local beer. You have the option to book the entire spa for yourself and your party, as well. www.beerspa-carlsbad.cz

For many spa-goers, the city of Pilsen, best known as the birthplace of Czech beer isn’t an immediate choice for a spa getaway. But the Purkmistr Beer Spa on the grounds of the Purkmistr houses a series of wellness areas devoted to Finnish sauna and massage while the beer-themed selection of treatments from a hops detox bath to a soak in a wooden tub of pilsner beer complete the beer ritual package. Peat baths, chocolate, baths, and a range of cosmetic treatments are also available. A tempting day trip or overnighter for Praguers seeking an affordable last-minute escape. www.purkmistr.cz

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