Top 10 Wellness Retreats In Australia - Updated 2024

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Joyce 
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If you have not been to Australia, you might have the impression that all there is in the land Down Under are kangaroos, koalas, shrimp on the barbie, and conversations with liberal sprinklings of “crikey” and “mate”. Australia is one of the most beautiful continents on Earth, with natural scenery that looks right out of a travel catalog. Being surrounded by clear blue waters, Australia is also a top location for lounging on pristine beaches (and having an over-the-top cocktail on the sand). The overall vibe of Australia promotes peaceful mindsets and what better place for a vacation to a wellness retreat than this Oceania paradise? Scroll through the list of the top wellness retreats in Australia and book yourself a ticket there right now!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to spa and wellness services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Château Elan At The Vintage (from USD 150)

Château Elan At The Vintage is a wellness retreat just two hours away from the bustling city of Sydney. This luxury spa resort offers 18 treatment rooms with professionally trained therapists who are experts at the latest facial and body wellness procedures. In addition to pampering your outward self, Château Elan also has a fine dining restaurant on its grounds that serves à la carte cuisine throughout the day that can be paired with any of the wines the resort has in its collection. While some guests might choose to retire to the spacious suites equipped with private spa baths during the day, others can play a round of two on the five-star golf course designed by former world number one golfer, Greg Norman. In 2013, Château Elan also won gold at the New South Wales Tourism Awards for “Best Luxury Accommodations”.

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Chateau Elan At The Vintage

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Vintage Drive

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Tennis court Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

2. Sea Temple Port Douglas Luxury Apartments (from USD 6564)

Sea Temple Port Douglas Luxury Apartments is located on Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas, North Queensland. This luxury resort features an award-winning spa, where guests can relax completely under the pampering hands of Sea Temple’s professional masseurs and therapists. Guest rooms at the resort are fully air-conditioned for your comfort and come with a private spa bath. Certain units also have an attached terrace, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful seaside scenery. Nutritious yet tasty meals can also be enjoyed on the property at the modern Australian restaurant on the property grounds.

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Luxury Apartments at Temple Port Douglas

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 22 Mitre Street

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

3. RACV Noosa Resort (from USD 380)

RACV Noosa Resort is a five-star resort located just three minutes’ drive from Queensland’s famous Hastings Street, which was voted one of the best main streets in the whole country. The resort, while close to the city centre, is also constructed in a way that affords guests maximum privacy and the best views of the pristine beaches that surround the resort. RACV Noosa Resort is also known as a luxury wellness retreat that has a state-of-the-art day spa with six treatment rooms, a heated indoor lagoon pool with beach entry, a pool and splash park, as well as private precinct villas that have either a private rooftop spa or plunge pool. Guests can also be assured that their needs will be met at any hour of the day with the resort’s 24-hour reception.

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RACV Noosa Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 94 Noosa Drive

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre

4. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa (from USD 311)

Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa is another five-star wellness retreat and spa resort located on the exclusive beachfront of Four Mile Beach, Queensland. The resort is also close to the Alexandra Reefs, thus ensuring unparalleled views of the unspoilt waters. The resort offers a sparkling lagoon pool with a bar that guests can swim up to and a variety of spacious luxury rooms and suites, each outfitted with state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. Special menus can also be arranged for different dietary needs and preferences. Recharge with a stay at this resort and come away a new person.

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Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Mitre Street

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

5. Byron at Byron, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort (from USD 324)

Byron at Byron, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort is set within a natural rainforest that offers guests privacy and healing from nature. The wellness retreat and spa resort offers pampering spa treatments, complimentary yoga sessions, and guided tours through the rainforest with an experienced ranger who will open your eyes to the wonders of nature. Guests who prefer to loll by the poolside will find it an especially enjoyable experience as they are served with signature cocktails alongside the resort’s infinity pool. Not to worry for those watching their diets, the resort’s farm-to-table philosophy translates itself to healthy dishes that nurture the body from the inside out.

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Crystalbrook Byron

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 77-97 Broken Head Road

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

6. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast (from USD 170)

RACV Royal Pines Resort in Gold Coast is known for its outstanding service and hospitality, making it a natural choice for a wellness retreat vacation. Unwind in the resort by the outdoor lagoon pool or drift off under the professional pampering of the resort’s masseurs in the newly renovated Day Spa. For guests whose wellness retreat vacations are not complete without a good meal, choose from the resort’s five restaurants that serve delicious and healthy meals ranging from family-style Italian dishes to delicate Japanese traditional courses. All rooms in the resort are spacious and luxurious, with balconies attached to each room to let guests enjoy the panoramic scenery of The Sunshine Coast’s Surfers Paradise, which is just a 12 minutes’ drive away.

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RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Ross Street

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre

7. Mindil Beach Casino and Resort (from USD 219)

Mindil Beach Casino and Resort, which was formerly known as Skycity Darwin, is lavishly situated on 30 acres (12.14 hectares) of tropical gardens. The resort also has a private beach that is exclusive to hotel guests, right next to the main resort building. This five-star wellness retreat offers a spa with eight rooms for serious pampering while saunas are also available for relaxation. For guests who enjoy working out, the resort has a state-of-the-art fitness centre, golf course, two swimming pools, and a swim-up bar as well.

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Gilruth Avenue, Mindil Beach

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

8. Azzura Greens Resort (from USD 217)

Azzura Greens Resort is a luxury wellness retreat that is just 20 minutes’ drive from the Gold Coast Hinterland and the famous Surfers Paradise. Everywhere you turn, this resort has beautifully manicured garden landscapes that soothe the mind and soul, lending guests energy to dispel negative thoughts and the stresses of modern life. The resort’s lagoon-style swimming pool with a sandy beach area is also a point of pride and the waters are kept in perfect condition. Guests can also choose to relax in the resort’s spa pool and let the currents drive their worries away.

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Azzura Greens Resort

Address: 2 Activa Way, Hope Island

Parking Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Free parking

9. Nu Leaf Retreat (from USD 157)

Nu Leaf Retreat is a boutique wellness retreat located in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley, New South Wales. This exclusive resort values its guests’ privacy and is tucked alongside private vineyards that supply much of the resort’s extensive wine list. The property has a spa and wellness centre on-site with an indoor pool that lets guests take a dip any time of the year. The signature Nu Leaf massages, which are always in demand, can be considered one of life’s greatest pleasures, especially after a soak in the luxuriously-built hot tub. The guest rooms on the property overlook the aforementioned vineyards as well and are fully air-conditioned and heated according to the seasons.

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Nu Leaf Retreat

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 647 Hermitage Road, Polkolbin

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests

10. Pier Resort (from USD 127)

Pier Resort is located in Urangan, which is one of the best coastal properties along Fraser Coast, Queensland. The Oaks Resort and Spa is also located on the property, making a pampering session easily within reach. The beautiful stretches of beaches call out to guests and invite them to clear their minds of all worries. Guests are also welcome to the restaurant, bar, swimming pool, and hot tub on the property’s premises. Complimentary breakfasts that include fresh fruit juices, coffees, and tea invigorate the body and add to one’s overall energy levels.

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Pier Resort

Address: 569 Charlton Esplanade

Fitness centre Express check-in/check-out Laundry On-site parking Security alarm Hot tub Beachfront Restaurant

Re-energise your body, mind and soul

Treat yourself to a wellness retreat holiday in Australia and enjoy the very best that nature has to offer. With this list of top wellness retreats in Australia, you can look forward to a newer, fresher you in no time.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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