Australia is known for its art, culture, incredible beaches, and even better nightlife, but many may not know that it is also a great place to relax and unwind. Here are a few of the best spa resorts in Australia that will leave you feeling like a new person.

Alba Thermal Springs

Starting off in Mornington Penisula in Victoria, the Alba Thermal Springs Resort is a 6-hectare escape that has something for everyone. There are 31 different bathing options, on-site manicures, pedicures, facials, and hour-long massages.

Pack some bourbon premixes to enjoy while you soak, before heading off to the resort’s restaurant that serves up a wide variety of delicious Mediterranean food.

All Saint Clinic

All Saint Clinic may look like a stately house on the outside, but once you step inside, you will see it is a state-of-the-art wellness resort that combines traditional methods with modern technology an techniques.

The treatments here are all backed by science, and administered by trained professionals, not only ensuring you are in the best possible hands, but also ensuring you receive the right treatments tailored to you and your needs.

Injidup Spa Retreat

Perched on the coastal cliffs of Injidub Bay, you will find the Injidup Spa Retreat. This beachside getaway is adults-only, with a focus on privacy, relaxation, and restoration for your mind and your body.

While the spa treatments are endless, the real draw for this resort are the ten luxury villas, each with its own secluded plunge pool with views of the ocean. To top it all off, all treatment rooms have uninterrupted views of the sea, allowing you to relax and unwind to the sound of crashing waves.

Naiko Retreat

Found on a remote cliff between Deep Creek and Talisker, Naiko is a luxury spa resort that could easily be mistaken for a spaceship. While they offer traditional spa treatments, you can also indulge in walks and hikes, as well as yoga.

One of the more unique treatments they have is a Thai offering, which sees you lie down fully clothed, while the therapist uses different stretching, pressure, and movement techniques to relieve tension and stress and help you relax.

Daintree Ecolodge

Found in the oldest rainforest in the world, Daintree Ecolodge is all about providing the best possible spa treatments and beautiful therapies, all using high-quality products, and the crystal-clear water found in the onsite waterfall.

The spa prides itself on using traditional Aboriginal techniques and treatments, as well as using the botanicals once used by people thousands of years ago.

Hepburn Spa Retreat

The Hepburn Spa has been operating since 1895, and has been the go-to spa for countless locals and tourists ever since. Once again, traditional treatments are on the menu, but with the added touch of having treatments and spa days tailored to you and your needs.

Guests can also choose to have their treatments done in one of the ten luxury suites, which combine classic elegance with modern design perfectly, with lighting that creates an idyllic, tranquil mood that takes relaxation to the next level.

InterContinental Hayman Island Resort

Found in the luxurious and exclusive InterContinental Hayman Hotel on The Whitsundays, this spa oozes elegance and sophistication, and focuses on a holistic approach to wellness, with tailored treatments and incredible attention to detail.

The wellness retreat doesn’t just stop at treatments either, with plenty of experiences on offer, including meditation, energy healing, sunrise yoga, detoxifying body wraps, and clean eating concepts.

Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs

Deep Blue, in Warrnambool, offers guests an exquisite hotel and spa experience, as well as access to their award-winning, natural hot springs. You can either indulge in a massage, a ritual beauty treatment, or both.

The hot spring sanctuary has a whole host of pools to relax in, as well as sensory caves and waterfalls. There is also a hydrotherapy pool, which feels like a full-body massage that will relax you like nothing else has before.

EQ

EQ, in South Melbourne, dubs itself a preventative wellness retreat, that focuses on providing busy professionals the relaxation they deserve. While their treatments are world-class, it is their “journies” that keep bringing people back for more.

These 3-hour-long experiences include hold and cold therapy, immersive light and sound therapy, and guided breathwork. The goal is to reset and restart your mind and body, and allow you to shed away the stress, anxiety, and tension you may be feeling.

Spa Qualia

Found on Hamilton Island on the Whitsundays, Qualia is often described as a luxury spa with an equally luxurious hotel attached. There are countless treatments to choose from, including massages, body wraps, facials, and exfoliating rubs.
Holistic treatments are also a specialty of the spa, which include reflexology, lymphatic draining, and digestive massage to stimulate and balance the nervous system. There isn’t a single aspect of wellness that isn’t covered by Qualia, and you will find yourself wanting to return the second you leave.

These are only a handful of the best spa resorts in Australia, but as you can see, no matter which one you choose, you will be left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, stress-free, and almost definitely booking another visit.

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