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Unusual “Sweat-Jetting” Retreats for Confirmed Fitness Junkies

12 November 2026

“Sweat-jetting” is a travel trend especially for those who like to feel the burn… not from the sun, but from a really great workout!

Sweat-jetters put elite fitness right at the top of their holiday wish-lists, so trips will revolve less around standard hotel gyms, and more a feature race or event, such as an international marathon or gruelling bootcamp.

The popularity of global endurance events, like HYROX competitions and Ironman triathlons, mean it’s easy to plan multi-day fitness itineraries that incorporate training, competing, and post-event relaxation (during which you can finally get to know your chosen destination a little better).

Hearing about this trend made us stop and think: what if you could combine a sweat-jetting break with an unusual place to stay?

Feeling suitably inspired, we’ve put together a list of challenging multi-discipline events around the world, along with unique retreats close by each one, for a sweat-jetting stay that aims for gold.

(Note: this list is for inspiration only: we cannot personally endorse any of these events and strongly recommend checking with your GP before registering or training for them).

Author: Nina Jervis-Green

London Marathon (UK, running)

Boutique Barges

London, England

Leave your cares far away on dry land in a relaxing and stylish river retreat, perfectly moored in the vibrant heart of Central London.

Bedrooms: 1

Sleeps: 4-5

From

£560 / 2 nts

Kerlingarfjöll Ultra (Iceland, trail running)

Reykjavik Domes

Reykjavik, Iceland

Savour Nordic nature at its most beautiful, from the comfort of a sumptuous retreat with a log-burning stove, an al fresco hot tub, and snow-capped mountain views.

Bedrooms: Open plan

Sleeps: 2 (+1)

From

£234 / night

Tiger Muay Thai (Thailand, bootcamp)

Keemala

Kamala, Phuket, Thailand

Escape to paradise at Keemala - a tropical wonderland of magical pool villas, spa indulgences, gastronomic experiences and a total immersion in Thai culture.

Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per villa

Sleeps: 2 or 4 per villa

From

£360 / night

Paris Roubaix (France, cycling)

Fun Hotel Paris

Montmartre, Paris, France

Two gloriously quirky, spacious, and fully soundproofed large family suites with kiddie treats galore, at Fun Hotel in Paris Montmartre.

Bedrooms: 2 Suites

Sleeps: 7

From

£125 / night

Brighton Marathon (UK, running)

Looking Glass Cottage

Brighton, East Sussex, England

The oldest house in Brighton curiously re-imagined as Victorian Alice in Wonderland, filled with quirky surprises and sumptuous décor, superbly located in the heart of the Lanes.

Bedrooms: 3

Sleeps: 8

From

£890/wk

HYROX Malaga (Spain, multi-sport competition)

Ermita del Carmen

Carcabuey, Andalucia, Spain

Ermita del Carmen is a stunning 15th century chapel conversion, set within the soul-soothing natural heart of Andalucia.

Bedrooms: 4

Sleeps: 8

From

£561/ night

Ironman California (USA, triathlon)

The Mendocino Tree House

Mendocino, California, USA

An exquisite, design-led Californian tree-treat with an al fresco spa oasis, thoughtfully crafted around a living, centuries-old redwood in a peaceful grove that’s close to the coast.

Bedrooms: 2

Sleeps: 6

From

£385 / night

Amsterdam Marathon (Netherlands, running)

Numa Amsterdam The Crane

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Experience a taste of the high life in an iconic, refurbished crane offering luxurious living, an outstanding location and unbeatable views across Amsterdam East, North and the IJ-River.