Historic European city is hidden gem spa destination £555 cheaper than UK

Warsaw, Poland is already a popular tourist destination for Brits looking for an affordable getaway. It is full to the brim with historical landmarks and cultural experiences – but it turns out it’s quite the hub for health and wellbeing. The European capital has quietely become a hidden gem for spa-goers looking for .

In new research conducted by Wizz Air, which compared spa costs across Europe to its counterparts in London, Warsaw ranked the second cheapest, only behind Grenoble in France. In fact, flights between London Luton Airport and Warsaw Chopin Airport start from only £58 for a return trip per passenger. Note, however, this is depending on travel date and availability.

A Wizz Air spokesperson explained: “Wizz Air offers direct flights from London Luton Airport to Warsaw Chopin Airport with prices starting from £58* for a return trip, per passenger. Room rates for the best-rated spa hotel, Sofitel Warsaw Victoria Hotel, range per night from approximately £85 to £126, depending on the season and room type, for this comparison we’ll use an average of £105.50*.

“With return train fares between Manchester and London, typically costing approximately £95 and room rates for the best spa hotel in London, The Savoy, starting at £624 per night, you could save yourself roughly £555.50 by instead flying to Warsaw and staying at the Sofitel Warsaw Victoria Hotel.Rich in culture and bathhouses, there is plenty to see in Warsaw’s cobbled streets. Pack your comfiest trainers and book that spa to relax after a day of exploring.”

This makes Warsaw, Poland one of the most affordable destinations, and an ideal spot for those on the hunt for a relaxing time away without breaking the bank. But what makes this popular European city so interesting?

Here are some interesting facts about Warsaw, Poland:

• It is home to the world’s narrowest house – Keret House
• 40% of Warsaw is covered by greenery
• Nicknamed ‘The Pheonix City’ because of the amount of times it’s been destroyed and risen again
• One of the world’s most congested citys – people spending an average of 106 hours in trafffic a year
• Home to the Varso Tower, named the European Union’s tallest building in 2021 (53 storeys and 1,017ft high)

A reviewer wrote: “It’s a great place to visit and explore. Especially architect enthusiasts will enjoy the old fashion buildings and street. It’s truly a wonderful experience exploring the street around the old town,” while another added: ” Huge very picturesque main square bordered by the castle and restaurants, free entertainment provided by numerous buskers day and night, colourful buildings contrast with redbrick walled shops and churches, more than enough bars and restaurants to deal with the crowds of tourists so it never seemed overcrowded.”

Wizz Air’s top 10 cities for a spa break

1. Grenoble, France
2. Warsaw, Poland
3. Riga, Latvia
4. Bucharest, Romania
5. Plovdiv, Bulgaria
6. Berlin, Germany
7. Bari, Italy
8. Burgas, Bulgaria
9. London, UK
10. Vilnius, Lithuania