Castilla Termal Monasterio de Valbuena

What Falstaff Travel says

The combination of thermal water and monastic tranquillity make Castilla Termal one of the most exceptional luxury spa hotels. The complex is as spectacular as it is historic: the spa hotel is located in one of the best-preserved Cistercian monasteries in Europe dating back to the 12th century. You stay in elegantly furnished rooms under exposed stone walls, high arches and wooden beams, while the vineyards of the Ribera del Duero spread out outside the window.

However, the Valbuena Spa steals the show. Where else can you float in mineral-rich healing waters beneath Gothic frescoes depicting religious scenes? The pools of the "Circuit of Contrasts" water treatment are located in a replica of the San Pedro monastery chapel, which stands on the south side of the monastery. In addition to the thermal pools with whirlpools, bubble seats and water jets, there is also a heated outdoor pool and a hamman.

Medical consultations, physiotherapy treatments and nutritional advice are offered to combine health and relaxation. Beauty treatments are given an extra dose of luxury in the spa of the 5-star hotel: Clarins products are enriched with mineral and healing water.