As part of my trip set up by the Jordan Tourism Board, I had the opportunity to stay at a number of truly wonderful properties, but the Evason Ma’In Hot Springs was right at the top of my list of favorites. Given how many truly great places they set me up with, that is a tough list to top out.
perfect weather
This Six Senses property is just a few miles from the Dea Sea and lies 264 meters (866 feet) below sea level. It is set in a natural oasis that aesthetically and effectively uses two free water thermal waterfalls adjacent to the property.
The entire property is the epitome of elegance.
Perfectly themed, colored and decorated to blend into the surrounding environment — I only wished I had more than one night to enjoy resting in the lap of luxury.
This isn’t normally the way I travel, but I could be converted easily. This entire trip through Jordan was a travel revelation, and this stay at Evason Ma’In Hot Springs was one of many reasons.
the water falling into the pool at the spa is direct from the hot springs
The food at the multiple restaurants on site (I was able to try two of them), were also excellent. Offering regional and international cuisine, the diverse selection of dining options includes a restaurant situated on a cliff top at the edge of the Dead Sea where guests can catch a glimpse of the lights of Jerusalem and beautiful sunsets reflecting across the water, which I unfortunately wasn’t able to enjoy, but which looks amazing.
view from the main hotel down to the spa, giving a sense of the valley
And let’s get to the point… the spa.
I personally don’t consider massages any sort of luxury item. In my book, they are things that all of us should be doing more often, since I firmly believe they are excellent ways to reduce stress and get your body in a better state to recover. When I was living and lawyering back in Arkansas, I had at least once a month, but like the one I had at Phoenicia Hotel in Beirut, the one I had here at Evason Ma’In Hot Springs rose to a much higher level of excellence.
my room -- I could have lived here for weeks
Like I said, I could get use to traveling this way.
DInner overlooking Dead Sea (Credit: Evason Ma'in Hot Springs)
the front entrance -- a glimpse of what is to come
the outdoor bar area of the bar... wine anyone?
My stay at Evason Ma’In Hot Springs was part of a sponsored trip by the Jordan Tourism Board, but I didn’t offer to represent anything in other than my true opinion. Though given how great everything was, there was certainly no need for them to worry about my reviews. Heavenly.
Evason Ma’In is right around the corner from the Dead Sea, where my friend Isabelle recently visited and loved also. Nellie highlights one of the great parks nearby also, Dana National Park in her post about Jordan from desert to sea.
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Uh huh! I can see why you might become a convert…looks wonderful!
Lisa Bergren @TheWorldCalls recently posted..Traveling with an Inflatable Kayak
looking at your pics – this seems a great place to have company–whether friends, family, etc. Were you able to meet people at the bar and then hang out with them for part of your trip, or did you mostly stay by yourself?
I could get used to that kind of traveling as well!
Wow, that outdoor bar looks brilliant as does the sunset. Heavenly is right!
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What a spectacular place. I’ve been reading your blogs lately and am inspired. I’m working on a travel blog myself and really like what you do with yours. Keep the good posts coming!!
One night here was just a teaser! Love the spa pool.
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One night there you will for got yourself, will got an not forgettable times .
It’s soo easy to get used to living luxe – my sister came to visit me when I was in Hong Kong and she paid for us to stay in a fancy five star hotel. It was awesome, I nearly cried when I had to go back to hostels after 7 nights there!
megan recently posted..My room in Kathmandu
After seeing your photo of the spa pool, Jordan just moved up a few spots on my must-visit countries. Enjoy the luxury!
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What a grat hotel! Hey, I could get used to that too…very nice shots!
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Oh my goodness. This place sounds decadent!! I had a similar experience when I was in Rwanda. We were staying at a gorgeous five-star resort in Nungywe (sp?), but were only there for 12 hours — enough time to eat a late lunch, dinner and breakfast — and to take some time to swim in the infinity pool overlooking the jungle. I would have loved to go and explore the property, relax with a spa treatment … Alas. It’s these places that make you want to book a return ticket stat and enjoy more of what there is to offer!
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I hate you. Take me there.
Was it expensive?
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Good lord I want to be there! That looks super sweet!
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Love how the hot springs go over a waterfall into the spa. Can’t wait to visit Jordan someday
Dean recently posted..Akaroa- New Zealand
That looks ridiculously amazing — and right up my alley.
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It all looks fantastic, but what really got me was dinner on the cliffside. Yes, please.
Vera Marie Badertscher recently posted..Surprises in Iran
Wow, that is incredible. Great shots! I really dig the look and style of this place.
Randy recently posted..Oaxaca- Mexico – Why You Need To Go & Why I Need To Go Back!
you said Spa, that is right up my alley!
That place definitely looks gorgeous! I have been dying to go to Jordan forever!
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Looks like my kind of place…people in the Middle East really *get* how to do real luxury…can’t wait to get out there.
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Looks like good times were had!
This is definitely making me want to visit Jordan, so I suppose their plan is working!
oooooo! Too bad I missed this when I visited Jordan! Thanks for another reason to HAVE to go back =D gorgeous place indeed!
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