Fortina Spa Resort, Malta

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Reviewed by Beauty Editor Jessica Hopper
Brace yourself, beauty lovers. This 5 star hotel houses the world's first ever therapeutic spa bedroom suites. Need I say more? Well, okay. The Fortina is the ultimate place to indulge in every way, from the mouth-wateringly tempting treatments on offer in the four, count ‘em, four spa centres to the excellent examples of worldly cuisines in the six stunning restaurants - and why not stop for a cocktail along the way!

 
The second myself and my delighted mum stepped into our suite, we were excitedly running from room to room to delight at the array of wow-inducing spa equipment on offer from the comfort of our own hotel room. And with a shower/sauna, a top of the line massage bath and a Jacuzzi awaiting us, I was out of my shoes and in my bikini with a frozen margarita in hand in no time! These suites even feature a private roof garden with seaweed plunge pool and an exclusive, state-of-the-art DermaLife machine, where you can increase your oxygen intake, lose pounds or banish back ache. Bliss.

 
The Fortina is also home to my new favourite haven of escapism; the Spa Santé, where my mum and I enjoyed traditional Balinese Massage, top-to-toe pampering in the form of their signature Trilogy treatment and beauty-boosting facials of a new breed. Spa Santé is a one ticket pay all spa experience where sea water, algae and ‘dead sea' bathing is key. Be sure to try the experience showers - tropical rain storm anyone? - and the gorgeous Ice Grotto after your sauna.

 
Best for: Treating special mums or girlfriends.

5* Tower Room - 140 Euros (Spa Bedroom supplement 116 Euros per night additional to the cost of the tower room). For more information, visit hotelfortina.com.

GB Airways operates BA flights to Malta from London Gatwick and Manchester.  One way all-inclusive fares start at £39.  For more details visit gbairways.com.