The luxurious Hexaya Health & Wellness Centre at the InterContinental Sofia has been awarded the prestigious BigSee Tourism Design Award 2022.

The award is given for design excellence in South East Europe and all 21 countries in the region participated in this year's competition. In this year's edition, the exclusive health and wellness centre - designed by leading Italian architecture studio Silvia Giannini architetto - was nominated in 2 categories - Tourism Design and Best Project in the Architecture and Design Grand Prix category. An international jury of 12 leading European designers gave first place to Hexaya Health & Wellness.

The five-star InterContinental Sofia, which is owned by Galaxy Investment Group, is located in the very heart of the capital and impresses local and international visitors with its elegant interiors, breathtaking views and unparalleled dining experiences and the only health and wellness centre of its kind in the country, Hexaya Health & Wellness. It is a state-of-the-art business wellness centre with a gym, wet area, 5 treatment rooms, 3 massage rooms, relaxation area, sauna, steam room and emotional shower.

"The award for Hexaya Health & Wellness is yet another recognition of the highest quality of services that the InterContinental Sofia team offers to its clients in Bulgaria," said InterContinental Sofia General Manager Angelo Zuccala. "Following the brand's international etiquette, we offer genuine hospitality to every guest, going beyond the five-star service standard and adding a personal touch at every moment. To be among the best, more than 20 times in 4 years, is the pinnacle of achievement in the luxury hospitality industry and an exceptional honour for us," he added.