What’s your idea of a perfect holiday? Adrenaline junkies may prefer to use their annual leave to traverse the leafy peaks of Canada and South Africa, while those looking for a barefoot luxury escape will no doubt head to the Maldives, Seychelles or Mauritius. However, if your dream break is quite literally about sweet dreams, rest, relaxation and rejuvenation – something your London lifestyle may be lacking – sleep tourism is the travel trend for you. 

Recent numbers from Booking.com revealed that 58 per cent of travellers booked a sleep-focused getaway in 2024, highlighting an epidemic of bad sleep (Aviva also reported that 51 per cent of UK adults surveyed are not getting enough sleep). According to Dr Rebecca Robbins, associate sleep scientist at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, fewer than three in 10 adults report that their sleep is restorative, with research showing that this can have a huge impact on physical and mental wellbeing. She says: “As a society, we focus so often on exercise and nutrition, but we’re only now collectively waking up to the importance of sleep. This has resulted in a rise in sleep tourism, with the idea being that you might return from your travels feeling inspired and recharged.”

Amanda Al-Masri, global vice president of wellness at Hilton, adds: “Regardless of their generation, people are increasingly focused on their daily routines and what aids sleep. And it’s not just about the act of sleep itself, but how a guest winds down and their daily routine while travelling – especially when factoring in other elements such as jetlag. Sleep tourism as a trend is here to stay – however, we predict we’ll stop talking about it simply because it will become embedded into our travel experiences.” Ready to deep dive into a world of dreams in five-star surroundings? Look no further than these top-notch hotels guaranteeing a good night’s sleep. 

Zem Wellness Clinic Altea, Spain

Having celebrated its grand opening last month, Zem Wellness Clinic Altea is a pioneering medical retreat rooted in the principles of Mediterranean longevity. Spanning 40,000 square metres and offering 95 suites with views across Altea Bay, the hotel promises tailored health programmes that merge cutting-edge medical treatments with ancient therapies, all overseen by CEO Franck De Weerdt and a world-class team led by Dr José María Gómez-Reino. Guests are invited to embark on transformative wellness journeys across two core areas: longevity – focused on extending and enriching life – and balance and vitality, designed for stress relief, weight control, and body cleansing. 

Those struggling with their slumber can book the Zem Sleep Boost programme, designed to improve disrupted sleep and diminish the effects of jet lag and high-stress lifestyles. The treatment includes advanced insomnia management techniques, sleep cycle regulation and improvement of both night-time habits and the overall conditions conducive to enjoying deep and revitalising sleep, achieved via nocturnal polygraph diagnosis, intravenous laser serum therapy, and hypoxia-hyperoxia sessions. Add to this delectable menus curated around Mediterranean diet principles and using produce from Zem’s own certified sustainable farm, and we guarantee you’ll feel thoroughly rested. 

From £10,465 for a seven-night stay, plus £3,770 for the Zem Sleep Boost package. 

Conrad Singapore Orchard, Singapore

Nestled within the exclusive enclave of Orchard Road and surrounded by lush greenery, Conrad Singapore Orchard is an urban oasis that effortlessly encapsulates the essence of locality and luxury. Originally designed by legendary architect John Portman, Conrad Singapore Orchard’s distinctive design embraces the garden city environment, drawing art and nature into 12 cascading floors of contemporary guest rooms, restaurants, and bars. 

As part of the hotel’s wellness offering, a signature Sleep-to-Wake Ritual transforms the nightly turndown into a mindful experience. This includes a calming pre-sleep tea crafted from local botanicals, an in-room guided sound bath to relax the mind and body, and an extensive pillow menu that provides tailored comfort for serene slumbers and rejuvenating resets. Follow with a morning intention session by the pool, featuring modern fitness and wellness classes, including a rotation of yoga, meditation, and movement, for a purposeful start to the day.

From £243 per night. 

Chewton Glen, Hampshire

If your little one is struggling to get some shut-eye, the New Forest’s best hotel, Chewton Glen, has tailored a sleep wellness treatment to help children aged eight and above relax into a deep sleep. The new Counting Sheep programme, designed for both kids and parents to enjoy together, sees Chewton Glen – a member of the Relais and Châteaux portfolio – partner with renowned skincare brand Oskia to promote a restful night's sleep. The experience begins with a serene facial, followed by rejuvenating massages for the face, back, shoulders, and scalp, all in a calming double treatment room. After your treatment, head back to one of Chewton Glen’s luxurious treehouses, offering a peaceful night surrounded by nature, and bring the counting sheep dreams to life with the Teddy Bear Sheep experience – a 30-minute walk around the hotel’s orchard with one of its resident sheep – or unwind at the eco-friendly children's club treehouse, known as The Beehive.

From £420 per night, plus £210 for the Counting Sheep spa experience.

Cliveden House, Berkshire

Cliveden House, a member of Relais and Chateaux, offers guests an Oskia Deep Sleep spa treatment to help sync circadian rhythms in a non-invasive way. The treatment utilises methodical massaging with a selection of mists, oils and balms which include sleep-inducing ingredients, such as magnesium and melatonin, in turn, positively impacting skin vitality, the immune system and mental well-being. This new treatment will also be offered as an evening spa experience, where guests can indulge with full use of the luxurious spa facilities for the whole evening. Following the treatment, retire to your luxuriously-appointed bedroom at Cliveden House, where sumptuous king-size beds await to aid the perfect night's rest. 

From £543 per night, plus £270 for the Deep Sleep treatment. 

Longueville Manor, Jersey

Longueville Manor – a member of the Relais and Châteaux portfolio – is a third generation, family-run hotel and the only AA Five Red Star hotel on the island of Jersey, and is hosting its unique Sleep Easy Package until spring. Designed to break bad sleeping habits, the two-night package includes a 60-min consultation with psychotherapist Lydia Falley and two 60-min spa treatments in the Cottage Garden to allow guests to learn all about their personal sleeping patterns and the neuroscience and psychology behind sleep. All the support will be based on the latest understandings in neuroscience, psychology and evidenced-based tools and techniques including CBT-I. Back in the comfort of a garden-view room, discover a bespoke sleep set from Gaia, sleep tea and a notebook to further help improve sleeping habits. With breakfast and a three-course a la carte dinner provided on both evenings, followed by a consultation with Falle after the visit, the Sleep Easy Package at Longueville Manor is the perfect coastal weekend retreat.

From £525 per night, including the Sleep Easy Package. 

Andronis Concept Wellness Resort, Santorini

Home to the largest spa in Santorini, Andronis Concept Wellness Resort fuses contemporary design with traditional Greek elegance, inviting guests to experience bespoke programmes focusing on nutrition, rejuvenating therapies, and physical training. Last summer the resort reopened with an expansive sleep-orientated renovation, marking the introduction of the Sleep Well Package to offer guests unparalleled rejuvenation. Expect Sleep Well mattresses, pillow and duvet menus to suit individual preferences, meditation sessions, deep healing TV channels, and wellness mini bars brimming with organic treats, such as organic Greek herbal teas and products from Espa's Restful Collection. Food can also be adapted to enhance rest and sleep, with many of the hotel’s menus being sugar-free and predominantly gluten-free, as well as magnesium-rich to help switch nervous systems from active mode, to rest and digest. 

From £529 per night. 

The Grove, Hertfordshire

This winter, The Grove has partnered with global skin and hair health brand Slip to introduce the Sleep and Spa Retreat, an exclusive package designed to promote relaxation and restful sleep. Available exclusively in The Grove’s elegant mansion rooms, featuring a Sleep Menu and a herbal tea selection, this carefully-curated experience combines luxurious touches, Bamford spa treatments – with options such as the B Silent Ritual, a deeply calming therapy designed to ease tension – and thoughtful details to help guests unwind and recharge. To enhance their sleep experience, guests will receive a Slip sleep mask made from the brand’s signature Slipsilk fabric, known for its softness and skin-friendly benefits, upon turndown, as well as a £75 credit redeemable at either The Stables or The Glasshouse restaurant. 

From £979 per room. 

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