Well-being and relaxation are seemingly contradictory concepts, but Euphoria Retreat, the first holistic wellness destination spa in Greece, does a brilliant job of combining them.
The term "hedonism" comes from the Greek word ἡδονή, which stands for pleasure. Euphoria Retreat is a wellness concept where short-term gratifications of body, soul, and spirit are transformed into lasting ones without any drawbacks.
How is that possible? The delicious food served here is packed with nutrition and supports your long-term well-being; the fresh Mediterranean air cleanses your lungs, and the Byzantine-inspired spa regenerates your body. And all these are just scratching the surface of what Euphoria has to offer.
The hotel is located outside the settlement of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Euphoria Retreat is a Greek business venture founded by Marina Efraimoglou. After many years in the financial services industry, Marina shifted her focus to holistic medicine and well-being. She has studied Chinese Medicine and received long-term training in alternative therapies both in Greece and abroad.
Euphoria Retreat is surrounded by a pine forest, and it overlooks the fertile valley of the Evrotas River, which is rich in citrus and olive groves.
Front office lobby
The architectural team drew inspiration from the natural beauty of the Laconian plain, the Byzantine castle-city of Mystras, and the ancient Greek and Chinese holistic philosophy of the five elements.
Outdoor lobby
All areas of the hotel are designed according to the principles of Feng Shui to enhance well-being.
Dinner at the community tables
At the Gaia Restaurant (named after the Greek goddess of Earth), delicious creations based on the Mediterranean diet are prepared daily with seasonal bio ingredients, fresh herbs, and antioxidant seasonings.
The restaurant was fitted out with long monastery-style tables to encourage gatherings and socializing among guests.
A terrace with panoramic views of the plain completes the unique experience of enjoying a healthy meal in a cleansing environment.
Koulouri - ring-shaped bread with sesame seeds topped with fresh veggies and mozarella
They always include the necessary nutrients for better digestion and metabolism strengthening, like in this veggie-filled koulouri.
Euphoria Junior Suite with forest view
The 45 spacious and luxurious bedrooms are decorated with specially designed wooden furniture.
Executive Suite
The region's rich iconography inspired the hotel's colors. Gold accents, Byzantine blue, and red compose an atmosphere of subtle luxury and ZEN tranquility.
Six suites are located in the restored 19th-century mansion.
Yoga shala
Lecture on the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space
Indoor sphere pool
The spa's subterranean building, which spans four stories, features an impressive spherical indoor pool with hydrotherapy inspired by the dome of Hagia Sophia.
Kneipp's hydrotherapy
Euphoria's unique waterwell
Kneipp's therapy is a floating treatment in which you can float "therapeutically." It feels much nicer than words can describe!
The 25 meter (82-foot) high waterwell
The waterwell from above
Byzantine hammam
Euphoria's spa has an Ottoman-Byzantine hammam, sauna, tepidarium (a relaxation room with heated stone loungers), and specially designed treatment areas.
Hammam ritual
The spa programs include categories like detox, well-being, slimming, anti-aging, facial care, yoga, fitness, and countless more.
Steam room
Outdoor pool
Wooden hot tub for couples with a forest view
Group class in Euphoria's forest gym
Personal training
Trekking to the Mystras Castle
Nearby, the remarkable archaeological treasure of Mystras and the beauty of Taygetus await you to explore.
Mystras 231 00, Greece
