Five modern sports hotels in Europe

For many, holidays are the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind. At the same time, exercise has become a part of many people’s lifestyle and daily life, and something in demand both at home and outside. Many Swedes choose an active vacation, in which exercise and health are combined with recovery and calm.

High demand for sports hotels

So far this year, sales of training flights have increased by 20 percent compared to the same period before the pandemic. Crossfit, swimming, cycling, yoga and group travel are common and interest in Padel in our destinations is also growing, says Sandra Miller King, Director of Communications at Apollo.

Before the summer of 2022, Apollo is launching two new sports hotels in Greece. Porto Merina – powered by Playitas and Levante – powered by Playitas.

– The fact that the hotels are marked by Playitas is a guarantee of excellent training opportunities. We’ve reviewed gym equipment, food, on-site programs, and rental coaches that are about the same high standard as other Playitas facilities, says Sandra Miller Kinge.

In Levante, there has been an investment in a completely new infrastructure with six tennis courts, two table tennis courts, a 25-meter swimming pool, a new gym and a cycling centre, among other things.

In total, Apollo now has 10 hotels for training flights under the Apollo Sports concept in five countries, Greece, Spain, Egypt, Thailand and Portuguese Madeira.

Fashionable sports hotels

The hotel and travel search site momondo.se has listed some of the trendiest sports hotels in Europe among the most popular destinations for Swedes, where you can combine fun, exercise and luxury.

1. Playitas Resort, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

The Canary Islands are a favorite destination of the Swedish traveler and for those looking for an active vacation, it is recommended to visit the resort of Playitas, located in Fuerteventura. The hotel is one of the largest in Europe, with an emphasis on sports and exercise. Here, exercisers mingle every day with elite athletes. Many different forms of exercise are offered here – quite simply an active traveler’s paradise. Try everything from cycling and running to swimming, golf and yoga. If you also want to have time to sunbathe and swim, the hotel has several swimming pools and is located next to a large beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

2. Puente Romano Beach Resort, Marbella, Spain

Did you know that padel is the second largest sport in Spain? If you are one of those who are addicted to the new ball sport, a trip to Marbella, the place where the first Spanish padel fields were set up, is recommended. Here you can stay at Puente Romano Beach Resort, whose tennis club Björn Borg itself opened in 1979, and in addition to several tennis courts, there are also four tennis courts at guests’ disposal. The hotel also offers a high-quality gym, swimming pools and various water sports.

3. Hotel FeelViana, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Portugal, the country next to Spain, is also a popular destination for the Swedish traveller. Located in the north of Portugal near the coastal town of Viana do Castelo, FeelViana is a sports hotel for the traveler who above all wants to experience different water sports. The daring can try both jet skiing, windsurfing, wake-up frustration, and windsurfing. The nearby beach is also excellent for quieter water sports, such as SUP and stand-up paddleboarding. If you get tired of water sports, you can also take bike tours through the scenic landscape to nearby picturesque villages with cozy cafes and restaurants for a relaxing holiday.

4. Fattoria San Lorenzo, Tuscany, Italy

If you want to enjoy activities in nature, combined with Italian culture, Tuscany is an exciting option. Hotel Fattoria San Lorenzo is located along the Ombrone River, just a stone’s throw from the sea. Scenic tours on foot, bike or on horseback are available here in the nearby regional park. Another option is to discover the landscape by canoe on the Umbron River. The hotel also offers opportunities for tennis and swing, as well as water sports on the nearby beach. Among the various activities, you can also take the opportunity to enjoy Italian culture, for example by tasting the good food of the region, touring the nearby vineyards and trying some of the best wines and olive oils in the world.

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5. St. Martins Lane Hotel, London, United Kingdom

If you are looking for an active vacation, and at the same time live the life of the big city, then the St Martins Lane Hotel in London is the perfect choice. We belong to the hotel and it is located in what used to be an old cinema, and find the largest hotel gym in Europe. The huge gym has everything from the latest equipment in strength training and cardio to boxing rings, cycling studios, laser-lit dance studios and DJs playing their greatest hits. For those staying at the hotel, it is also possible to book different types of courses. If you are tired of the gym, you can visit one of the many yoga studios in London, to enjoy a quiet and relaxing moment.

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