via V Flacco, 35031 Abano Terme, Padova

Tel: +39 049 824 8100; www.gbhotels.it

In the Euganean Regional Park, the Abano has a substantial beauty and fitness centre. There are indoor and outdoor pools. The thermal treatments use mud from the nearby lake and there are also a number of alternative therapies such as acupuncture, aromatherapy and relexology. Choice of cuisine includes Italian and low-calorie.