5 Day Massage and Relaxation Wellness Retreat in La Orotava, Tenerife

The retreat is built around three 50-minute massage sessions spread across the week: a relaxing aromatherapy massage, a Canarian volcanic stone massage, and a deep tissue massage. Each one is tailored to what you need, and the therapists are local and experienced. Marga, one of the therapists, is from the north of Tenerife and is known for taking care of guests like family. You'll also have access to optional add-ons like extra massages or airport pickups.

Your base is Hotel La Victoria, a beautifully restored property in the old town. The rooms have wooden furniture, a safe, a writing desk, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar. The bathroom has a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. You can choose a private single room or a private double room if you're coming with someone. The hotel has a lift and a terrace, and breakfast is served in a courtyard dining area with character.

La Orotava is a town that rewards wandering. It's a National Historical and Artistic Monument, filled with colorful mansions, wooden balconies, and traditional plazas. The famous Corpus Christi flower carpets are a local tradition worth reading about. You're also at the foot of Mount Teide, so scenic trails through green valleys and pine forests are within reach. The retreat offers optional guided walks, yoga, and authentic experiences like food and wine tastings, but these are add-ons — the core of the week is rest and massage.

One thing that stands out is the pace. There's no packed schedule, no early morning classes to rush to. Breakfast is served from 8:00 to 10:00 AM, and after that, the day is yours until your massage at 4:00 PM. This leaves plenty of time to explore the town, read a book on the terrace, or simply do nothing. For a retreat that promises relaxation, it actually delivers on that promise.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a private room at Hotel Victoria - Breakfast all day (continental breakfast served 8:00–10:00 AM) - 1 x 50-minute deep tissue massage - 1 x 50-minute aromatherapy massage - 1 x 50-minute hot stones massage - Daily personal care from the MBestcare team

What's not included

- Flights costs - Visa fee - Travel insurance - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Airport transfers (can be arranged at an additional cost) - Lunch and dinner