January’s arrival signals a new year, and with it comes a natural desire to reset. Yet with time and wisdom, the most meaningful transformations come with quiet, space, and moments of connection to place, to ritual, to oneself.
Across The Set, wellness unfolds in many forms. Urban sanctuaries are tucked beneath city streets, barefoot retreats are framed by forest and sea, riverfront hideaways are steeped in heritage, and elegant high-rise havens are designed to soften the senses. At these locations, renewal is neither rigid nor prescriptive. It is immersive, intuitive, and anchored in proven techniques and innovation. It is an invitation to slow down and tune in.
The Quiet That Changes You
True detox begins long before the first treatment. A growing sense of stillness becomes palpable from the moment the air feels different, the breath steadies, and the body begins to release.
Some find this quiet in the panoramic skies of Siargao, where Nay Palad Hideaway encourages guests to wake with the sunrise and sleep when they are tired. At Round Hill Hotel and Villas, 110 acres of garden-lined pathways create an unhurried Jamaican tempo. At The Siam, stillness flows with the gentle drift of the Chao Phraya River.
Even in the centre of bustling cities, wellness programmes cultivate calm. At Akasha, the underground spa at Hotel Café Royal in London, soft water sounds dissolve the city’s urgency. At the Upper House hotels in Hong Kong, Chengdu, and Shanghai, lofty interiors, heritage courtyards, and bamboo-lined walkways demonstrate that while the settings may differ, the effect is the same. A transformative acceptance marks the first step to renewal.
A Return to Ritual and the Wisdom of the Body
As the pace slows, treatments rooted in lineage and intuition guide guests back to a deeper sense of self. Mindful movement and deeply restorative practices such as yoga and gong chi are offered at several The Set hotels, including Upper House Shanghai and The Siam.
Sound healing, tarot readings, and meditative sessions offer clarity and empowerment. Energy-rebalancing practices from meditation to Reiki provide a more introspective path, helping guests tune into their internal rhythms.
At Nay Palad Hideaway, the traditional Filipino hilot ritual works on both physical and spiritual levels, channelling the body’s energy pathways to release tension and emotion. A similarly intuitive approach defines wellness at Round Hill, where movement and treatment programmes are shaped through a long-standing partnership with the Erika Bloom Wellness Collective. Their experts work with fascia, breath, and gait, while each hotel’s specialists share insights to help guests integrate these practices into daily life.
Expertise, Innovation and the Artistry of Modern Wellness
While instinct and tradition provide the soul of detox, precision and innovation offer its structure. The Set’s wellness programmes embrace cutting-edge science as a powerful complement to techniques learned through generations and cultures.
Upper House Hong Kong’s partnership with 10x Longevity exemplifies this approach, offering non-invasive, science-backed therapies once reserved for elite athletes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy supports cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and improves cognitive function. Contrast therapy alternates between a 70°C infrared sauna and a 14°C cold plunge. Red light therapy supports recovery and skin health. Used together, these treatments address the effects of chronic stress, including inflammation and fatigue.
Innovation across The Set is not a trend but a philosophy. It centres on aligning mind, body, and spirit.
Nourishment
If detox is a journey, food is the narrative that binds it. It is flavourful, ethical, and expressive of its origins. Across The Set, nourishment is never restrictive. It is a story told through colour, aroma, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
Local produce is harvested on hotel grounds or sourced from nearby suppliers, particularly at island retreats such as Nay Palad. Every meal is prepared to guest preferences, whether plant-focused, protein-rich, or detox-friendly. This creates a culinary experience that is joyful, nurturing, and genuinely satisfying.
At Temple House Chengdu, Asian flavours shine under the guidance of Chef Steven Tang. Mi Xun Teahouse serves plant-based menus, specialist teas, and Michelin-starred Sichuan cuisine. It has earned the city’s first Michelin Green Star for its commitment to local sourcing and support of mountain communities near giant panda habitats.
Dining at The Set retreats celebrates food that is refined, nourishing, and abundant in flavour, balance, and local connection.
Across The Set, detox becomes something richer than a reset. It is the initiation of new pathways to balance, clarity, and positive habits that feel intuitive rather than imposed. In a world that moves faster each year, these retreats offer an invitation to begin again with compassion and intention.
