Hotel spa corse: well-being and relaxation with island aromatherapy

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Renowned for its magnificent beaches, its island gastronomy and the beauty of its hinterland, Corsica also offers a great diversity of island aromatherapy. Growing wild, a wide variety of floral species pay homage to the island of Beauty, most of which are distilled for their essential oils, such as immortelle flower, myrtle, rosemary and laricio pine.

Aromatic and medicinal plants from the ancestral Corsican tradition that many professionals in Corsican spa hotels continue to use to our great delight!

Jacuzzi, massage: the emblematic plants of the Corsican maquis

Immortelle essential oil: queen of the Corsican maquis

Immortelle essential oil is widely known for its amazing properties, and is used to treat :

Hematomas, inflammatory pain, blood circulation disorders
phlebitis, water retention, heavy legs, rheumatism
Skin allergies and diffuse redness.
Its antioxidant and anti-wrinkle properties are also highly prized in the cosmetics world. Numerous Corsican brands produce highly popular beauty creams.

Myrtle: the Corsican gourmet plant

A round, fragrant berry generally picked from December to February, Myrtle has been part of Corsican cuisine for centuries . An emblematic plant of the Corsican maquis, myrtle can be used in a wide variety of ways: as a decorative element at weddings, mixed with olive during the Easter blessing, to flavor charcuterie, in sauces and marinades for wood-fired grills and more.

The leaves can also be used as an infusion. Its astringent and digestive properties are highly appreciated and regularly recommended.

As we have seen, plants, whether aromatic or medicinal, play an important role in Corsica: a wealth of flora that is also part of the island's reputation. In fact, many Michelin-starred hotels have been quick to recognize the importance of combining the use of plants in their services, offering slimming, toning and relaxing cures.

Luxury spa hotels in Corsica: a wellness interlude

Take advantage of your stay in Corsica to indulge in a Beauty & Well-being break at a Corsican spa hotel! It's the perfect opportunity to let go, relax and recharge your batteries, alone or with your partner, for a weekend or more. Massages, treatments, hammam, sauna... cultivate a different kind of farniente and rediscover harmony while being pampered! A wellness rendez-vous with the scent of island oils, creams and balms.

A stay at a spa hotel in Corsica has many advantages! You'll be able to spend pleasant moments with friends or family, enjoying a range of wellness activities including fitness, yoga, body and facial treatments, massages and more...

An exceptional moment of pure relaxation with à la carte treatments, in a dedicated, fully-equipped environment: hydraulic massages, hammam, swimming pool, sauna, spa bath and fresh fruit juices!

Another advantage is that you can quickly book your beauty & well-being treatments! From your room to the wellness area of your Corsican spa hotel, you save precious minutes for maximum relaxation pleasure.

Some Corsica spa hotels offer residents free access to the sauna, hammam, fitness room and swimming pool.

SPA Corsica hotels: Our favorites

Hôtel La Signoria***** in Calvi

Located just a few minutes from Calvi, Hôtel La Signoria is a luxurious 5-star hotel dating back to the 18th century: a magnificent Genoese mansion where the sweetness of life is omnipresent! You'll feel the soul of Corsica in the midst of a verdant setting featuring some twenty personalized suites and villas, a gourmet restaurant, a large outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room... For a moment of pure well-being, head to the organic Casanera® SPA, 100% made in maquis: hammam, sauna, fitness and ritual treatments and massages! Here, all the wild plants are hand-picked and the essential oils distilled in Balagne according to ancestral know-how.

Hôtel LES GOUVERNEURS**** in BASTIA

Tucked away in Bastia's citadel, this unique place is for strollers and epicureans alike. The Spa Biologique Recherche is dedicated to understanding your skin, and regularly adjusts its protocols. The enveloping atmosphere of the place will seduce you and the treatment rituals will give you a delicious and surprising sensation. We recommend a belly massage to release your emotions, or a facial for a radiant complexion.

Hotel LE ROI THEODORE RESTAURANT & SPA**** in Porto-Vecchio

A 4-star hotel on the outskirts of Porto-Vecchio, LE ROI THEODORE RESTAURANT & SPA boasts a luxury spa area, beautifully manicured gardens and a superb swimming pool for a refreshing dip on summer days! This beautiful star hotel with its oriental charm, located 10 minutes from the beaches of St Cyprien and Cala Rossa , is a true haven of peace. In addition to its modern, air-conditioned rooms and suites, the hotel offers free access to its 2 outdoor pools, heated indoor pool and small whirlpool. A pleasantly decorated and well-equipped Spa awaits you, with hammam, relaxation pool, massages, beauty treatments and UV cabin.

Hôtel SOFITEL GOLFE D'AJACCIO THALASSA SEA & SPA*****

Located in Porticcio, the SOFITEL GOLFE D'AJACCIO THALASSA SEA & SPA is a hotel with a 900 m2 thalassotherapy center offering exceptional treatments. Facing the bay, it's a true paradise for the senses! This 5-star hotel establishment is a breathtaking place... This exceptional cocoon of refined, discreet luxury combines well-being and beauty in Corsica. In addition to a billiards room and private beach, you can relax by the large outdoor seawater pool, heated all year round! Free access to tennis, fitness, hammam and sauna. And after a day of exertion, the hotel's Thalassa Sea&Spa institute offers a range of treatment packages to drain, soothe and relax you while you enjoy the sea air!

HOTEL LE GOLFE PISCINE & SPA: 5 STARS

Located in the heart of majestic nature, with a breathtaking view of the marina and just a few minutes from Propriano, the 4-star LE GOLFE PISCINE & SPA hotel welcomes you for a wonderful stay of relaxation and well-being in Corsica. It's the ideal place to recharge your batteries, with rooms featuring a sleek, stylish design, all opening onto the sea! Don't hesitate to head down to the restaurant to savor succulent Mediterranean specialties on the terrace. A lovely swimming pool, heated at the beginning and end of the season, is also available. For a moment of pure relaxation, push open the door to the Spa Casanera® Bio, where you'll discover body treatments using natural Corsican essential oils, a true mark of beneficence and authenticity.

Aromatic and medicinal plants: an ancestral Corsican tradition

Certified organic, Corsican essential oils are used in pharmacy (ointments, care oils, etc.), aromatherapy, cosmetics (oils, creams, etc.), perfumery and even in cooking, where their powerful aromatic essences titillate our nostrils!

Bursting with active ingredients, rich in the aromas of the maquis, and boasting specific characteristics and virtues, Corsican aromatic and medicinal plants are used in many ancestral recipes to treat everyday ailments.

Buplèvre essential oil is used to treat muscular pain.
Fig leaves can be decocted to treat respiratory congestion, gastritis and constipation, and also have anti-diabetic properties.
Arbutus is considered a powerful diuretic and promotes blood circulation.
Burdock is used to treat abscesses of the throat or teeth, dermatitis, acne, eczema and certain wounds.

If mankind has succeeded in appropriating the medicinal virtues of certain plants, much remains to be discovered, given that the Isle of Beauty boasts 140 endemic species!

Dreaming of a romantic wellness break? Fly to Corsica, where between sea and mountains, moments of pure relaxation await you. Remember to book your Corsican spa hotel early to take advantage of our special offers! Off-season is the ideal time to come and recharge your batteries on the Isle of Beauty, away from the summer crowds and the heat. Join us on Corsicatours for tailor-made vacations in Corsica!