Mövenpick Dead Sea Jordan

"The Dead Sea has deservedly become known as something of a spa destination, with visitors helping themselves to goopy masks of the local, mineral-rich mud for decades. For something slightly more luxurious, book an appointment at Zara Spa in the Mövenpick Resort. Done up in raw stone, elaborate tiles, and polished plaster, the five-star facility evokes the Jordanian desert combined with a Moroccan riad. It also boasts one of the widest range of treatments in the entire Middle East, plus expertly trained therapists to ease you into a truly relaxed state of mind. The traditional hammam is a particular delight, but be sure to also indulge in popular treatments like the black mud body wrap or the hot-and-cold-stone massage. When you book a service, you’ll also have access to the spa’s top-notch facilities, which include hydro, flotation, and infinity pools as well as a juice bar and state-of-the-art fitness center."

Movenpick Resort & Dead Sea Spa | Best places to stay in Jordan

"Set on the northern shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, this gargantuan luxury resort takes the form of a traditional Arab village, with bougainvillea-draped gardens breaking up the traditional cuba-style houses and villas. The stone exterior blends in with the local architecture, and the rooms – there are ten different types – are comfortable, spacious and well equipped. A stay at this colossal property is all about the Dead Sea. Guests spend their time caking themselves in mud and floating on the surface, or simply sunbathing on the shore and soaking up the views. Once they’ve had their fill of floating, guests work on their tans by the hotel’s many swimming pools. When the heat gets too much, you can opt to relax in one of the Middle East’s most advanced spa complexes, the Zara Spa, stretching across one and a half acres. The spa’s soothing freshwater al fresco hydrotherapy pools are vast and overlook the Dead Sea’s healing salts in which you’ve just been soaking. There’s a choice of 70 treatments, a health-focused terrace restaurant and even a hairdressing salon to ensure an inner and outer glow. In spite of its spa focus, this is a great resort for families, with an excellent kids’ club and nine restaurants and bars, offering everything from Arabic pastries to pizza, as well as more upscale dining. " - Susan d’Arcy