Magnolia Hotel Abano Terme travel guide

Location. The Magnolia Wellness & Thermae Hotel is found in the spa town of Abano Terme, Italy. Twelve kilometres from Padua, it's a superb place to enjoy spa treatments and a good base for exploring the gently rolling Euganean hills.

Hotel Features. Set in luscious gardens, the modern Magnolia Hotel is a place to treat your mind and body, with a recently renovated gymnasium, massage rooms, saunas and a tropical rain shower treatment. Guests can choose to swim in the indoor pool, heated to a comfortable 34 degrees with an outdoor section, or cool off in the outdoor pool surrounded by green lawns.

The Magnolia serves both Italian cuisine and dishes from around the world in a bright restaurant overlooking the gardens. There is a choice of three bars, one of which overlooks the swimming pool. A continental or American style breakfast is complimentary. After a lie-in, make use of the brunch service, or call up room service.

The hotel has conference facilities for up to 120 people.

There are many ways to relax and pamper yourself at the Magnolia, with treatments on offer ranging from thermal cures to fango (mud) therapies. Professional staff will suggest the right treatments for you in the health and beauty centre. The hotel arranges mountain bike and horse-riding itineraries.

Guestrooms. The hotel's 148 guestrooms are simply decorated and have balconies. Amenities include minibars, hair dryers, satellite television and telephones.

Expert Tip. Take a stroll up the hill known as Monte San Daniele to take a closer look at the beautiful Benedictine monastery at the top.