Wellness, Fitness & Recovery
Make time for yourself with a wellbeing experience that fits naturally into your holiday. Unwind with personalised treatments and relaxing spa rituals at Balance Mediterranean Spa by Valamar, or discover a world of movement at Cardian Fitness & Recovery, spanning 990 m². From smart training and dedicated fitness zones to Cardian guided workouts, sports and outdoor activities led by certified trainers, enjoy staying active your way.
personalised spa treatments, Mediterranean-inspired rituals and daily sauna experiences
smart training, personalised fitness assessments, dedicated strength, functional & HYROX/CrossFit zones
cardio, pilates and mobility training
cardian guided workouts, sports and outdoor activities led by certified trainers
thermal contrast, aromatherapy and chromotherapy experiences
dedicated relaxation spaces
Explore our wellness, fitness and recovery
Wellness
Slow down at Balance Mediterranean Spa by Valamar
Step into a space inspired by the warmth and nature of the Mediterranean, created for slowing down and enjoying time for yourself. With soothing warmth, sensory rituals, personalised care and peaceful moments of relaxation, Balance invites you to switch off, unwind at your own pace and leave feeling refreshed.
Discover our signature experiences
Treatments & personalised care
After a busy day or simply for a moment of calm, find a massage or treatment that feels just right.
- Sport & Recovery treatments – deep muscle massage, lymphatic drainage and compression therapy delivered by a dedicated Performance & Recovery Specialist
- Alchemy Balance rituals – warm candle massages and personalised treatments with wild Mediterranean herbs and bespoke oil blends created by our Wellness Alchemist
- couples’ massages
- kids’ spa menu
- manicure and pedicure services
- personalised care by trained and certified therapists
- premium cosmetics inspired by Mediterranean nature and fresh local ingredients
Saunas & Mediterranean rituals
Settle into gentle warmth and soothing steam, or stay a little longer for a sauna ritual that gives you more time to unwind.
- Finnish Sauna, Mediterranean Bio Sauna and Salt Steam Sauna
- daily sauna rituals with aromatic ice spheres, sugar and coffee scrubs
- honey and milk body wraps
- Aromatherapy showers
- relaxation area and whirlpool
- Vitality Bar
Whirlpool relaxation
Sink into bubbling water, feel your muscles loosen and let the day melt away in a soak made for slow moments.
Sensory shower experiences
Turn a simple shower into a sensory ritual with water, temperature and natural aromas designed to refresh both body and mind.
Relaxation by the fireplace
Enjoy a quiet moment by the fireplace, with soft lighting and comfortable loungers creating a warm space to unwind.
Ritual & consultation corner
Let the feeling of relaxation linger after your treatment with a calming tea ritual and your choice of herbal infusion.
- individual consultation to tailor your treatment to your current needs
- personalised selection of cosmetics and treatment room ambience, including lighting, scent and music
- teeshena selection of five herbal infusions made from locally hand-picked herbs – lemon balm, mint, nettle, elderflower and rosehip
- herbal tea served before your spa treatment, with a wooden tray, teapot, tea filter and your chosen infusion
Fitness & Recovery
Move, recharge and feel your best
Cardian Fitness & Recovery is designed for everyone, from guests who simply want to stay active to fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes. Enjoy an easy morning workout, your regular fitness routine or more focused training, with dedicated spaces, performance zones and smart technology that let you train at your own pace. When it’s time to slow down, dedicated recovery facilities bring movement and recovery naturally together.Cardian Fitness & Recovery includes:
- Fitness - smart training spaces and dedicated fitness zones for individual and focused training
- Recovery zone - saunas, thermal and sensory experiences, and peaceful spaces for rest and recovery
- Cardian guided workouts - guided individual and group workouts, sports and outdoor activities led by certified trainers
Fitness
Take your training to the next level
More than a traditional hotel gym, Cardian offers two floors dedicated to different ways of moving and training. Start at the Fitness Hub, then choose from smart training with a state-of-the-art digital platform, strength and functional workouts, HYROX/CrossFit, cardio, group training, Pilates or focused mobility work. Beyond the gym, Cardian brings together guided workouts, sports and outdoor activities led by certified trainers. From an everyday workout to more structured performance training or an active holiday programme, discover different ways to move and train at your own pace.Highlights
- 630 m2 Fitness area
- Fitness Hub & Smart Training – personalised fitness assessment and tailored workouts
- Strength & functional training – dedicated strength, free-weight and freestyle zones
- HYROX & CrossFit – performance-focused training with dedicated 15-metre sled lane
- cardio – dedicated equipment for running, cycling, climbing and endurance training
- group training & pilates – dedicated space for aerobics, Pilates, TRX and guided workouts
- mobility & stretching – targeted space and equipment for mobility and stretching
- Booty corner – focused training for glutes, hips and thighs
- Wellness Kiosk with digital self-assessment - advanced digital systems for in-depth body and performance analysis, Wellness Age tracking, and tailor-made training plans that ensure faster, safer progress
Recovery zone
From movement to recovery
Recovery is an integral part of the Cardian experience. After training or an active day, follow a structured journey designed to help you shift from movement towards deeper recovery. Thermal contrast, sensory experiences and dedicated spaces for rest create time for the body to slow down, reset and prepare for what comes next.Explore recovery
Saunas
Unwind after training with a choice of Finnish sauna, bio sauna, steam sauna and Ice Sauna, bringing together heat and cooling experiences as part of your recovery.
Plunge pools
Refresh and recharge with two plunge pools, designed to complement the sauna experience and add contrast to your recovery journey.
Recovery room
Enhance your recovery with Normatec compression boots, infrared sauna and personalised massage treatments, designed to support circulation, muscle recovery and relaxation.
Sensory showers
Complete the experience with aromatherapy and chromotherapy showers, combining water, lavender and citrus scents, light and colour.
Cardian guided workouts
Because staying active is a holiday mood
Make the most of your Poreč holiday with a diverse programme of group workouts, outdoor activities and sports for all ages and fitness levels. Led by certified trainers, including specialists with internationally recognised qualifications in personal training, endurance, corrective exercise and HYROX, Cardian guided workouts combines expert guidance with a variety of activities to help you stay active and enjoy movement throughout your holiday.- guided workout programme tailored to different ages and fitness levels, led by certified trainers
- personalised consultations and activity booking
- personal training and group sessions
- stretching and mobility exercises
