Ma'an Governorate is Jordan's largest governorate by area, encompassing the legendary rose-red city of Petra, the dramatic desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, and the historic market town of Ma'an city. This southern region is home to some of the ancient world's most extraordinary monuments, carved by the Nabataean civilization over two millennia ago. From rugged desert canyons to Crusader-era castles, Ma'an offers an unparalleled journey through layers of human history set against spectacular natural scenery.
Top spas
Curated picks for treatments and day spas.
Movenpick Petra Spa
The most comprehensive spa in Ma'an Governorate, offering a full menu of treatments including Dead Sea mineral wraps, Jordanian rose-water facials, hot stone massage, deep tissue therapy, and traditional hammam rituals. The spa also features a sauna, steam room, and relaxation pool.
Signature treatment: Dead Sea Mineral Wrap — a full-body treatment using salts from the Dead Sea combined with Jordanian essential oils
Hayat Zaman Hammam
A beautifully restored Ottoman-style hammam within the Hayat Zaman Hotel complex, offering traditional hammam scrub and massage treatments in an atmospheric stone-vaulted space. Uses locally sourced olive oil soap, black soap (beldi), and aromatic Jordanian herb steam.
Signature treatment: Traditional hammam kese scrub with Jordanian olive oil soap — deeply cleansing after dusty Petra days
Petra Marriott Health Club
A well-equipped wellness facility with indoor swimming pool, steam room, sauna, fitness center, and treatment rooms offering Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and beauty treatments. Open to hotel guests and outside visitors by appointment.
Signature treatment: Jordanian Herbal Massage — using locally harvested sage, thyme, and lavender essential oils
Feynan Ecolodge Wellness
The most unusual wellness offering in the region — yoga and meditation sessions at the solar-powered Feynan Ecolodge in the remote heart of Dana Biosphere Reserve. No electricity or digital distractions, just silence, candlelight, and connection with an extraordinary natural landscape.
Signature treatment: Sunrise yoga on the Feynan terrace overlooking Wadi Araba — one of the most serene settings imaginable
Wellness retreats
Multi-day immersive experiences.
Feynan Wilderness Retreat
An immersive wellness retreat at the award-winning Feynan Ecolodge — completely off-grid, solar powered, and candle-lit. Includes guided nature walks, birdwatching, yoga sessions, star gazing, and Bedouin-prepared organic meals. A rare opportunity to genuinely disconnect.
Dana Village Slow Travel Stay
A slow-travel wellness stay in the historic Ottoman village of Dana on the canyon rim of the biosphere reserve. Includes guided forest hikes, wild herb tea ceremonies, canyon meditation, and locally produced organic meals at the Dana Guesthouse.
Signature treatments
Local specialties worth seeking out.
Massage
Swedish and deep tissue massage from JOD 35-60 at hotel spas in Wadi Musa. Traditional Jordanian herb massage from JOD 40.
Hammam
Traditional hammam (Turkish bath) experience from JOD 25-45 including kese scrub and ghassoul clay mask at Hayat Zaman Hammam.
Body
Dead Sea mineral body wrap from JOD 45-70. Jordanian olive oil body wrap from JOD 35-55.
Facial
Rose-water facial treatment from JOD 35-60. Dead Sea mineral facial from JOD 45-70.
Yoga & meditation
Studios, classes, and meditation centres.
Feynan Morning Yoga
Sunrise yoga sessions on the Feynan Ecolodge terrace overlooking Wadi Araba. Available for lodge guests. The peaceful desert setting and extraordinary silence make this one of Jordan's most atmospheric yoga experiences.
Petra Sunrise Yoga
Some Wadi Musa hotels arrange small-group sunrise yoga sessions on rooftop terraces before early morning Petra visits. Ask your hotel concierge about availability.
Wellness travel tips
Get the most from your wellness experience.
Book spa treatments at the Movenpick and Marriott at least 24 hours in advance during peak season (March-May)
The Feynan Ecolodge is the most extraordinary wellness experience in the region but must be booked weeks in advance
A traditional hammam is the perfect recovery treatment after long dusty Petra days
The Jordanian sage (maramiyya) tea available throughout the region is a natural digestive and anti-inflammatory herbal remedy
Stay well-hydrated throughout your visit — the dry desert climate causes rapid dehydration that affects wellbeing
The silence and stillness of Dana Biosphere Reserve is genuinely restorative — schedule at least one quiet morning there