Australia is home to several spas and retreats aimed at wellness. While some are dedicated wellness retreats, others combine wellness with luxurious holiday packages. Ranging from natural treatments to holistic therapies, Australia has plenty to offer for individuals hoping to relax and rejuvenate their mind and body.Nature RetreatsIndividuals opting for eco-friendly experiences can travel by ferry to the Couran Cove Island Resort on the Gold Coast. Located on South Stradbroke Island, the retreat houses the Day Spa that offers stunning views of the marina while guests can choose from a myriad of treatment options like stress management, tai chi, yoga, healthy eating and meditation, etc. to improve their health and well being.Located right near a private beach stretching for over 78 acres, Kewarra Beach Resort is set amidst lush tropical gardens and native forests. The environmentally friendly resort houses spas with rock pools and waterfalls. Guests can also enjoy stunning visuals, including colorful birds and butterflies that visit the resort.
Lifestyle Retreats
Enjoy the best of both surfing and yoga at the Samudra Yoga and Surf Retreat that is located near one of the best surf spots in Dunsborough, Western Australia. Alternatively, you can opt for a combination of health and holistic treatments at the Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, which is located in the Gold Coast hinterland. Another option would be the Golden Door and Camp Eden in the Gold Coast again which focuses on an appropriate blend of treatments, fitness activities and healthy eating habits to promote wellness.
Spas
Located an hour's drive from Melbourne, the Peninsula Hot Springs is deemed to be Victoria's first ever natural hot mineral spring and spa. The retreat houses private baths, mineral spring pools and massage centers. Another option is Spa Dreamtime in Melbourne that focuses on water and steam based treatments, including the very popular Vichy show rain massage.
Island Spas
Located in the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island is a luxury retreat that boasts of having over 24 spectacular beaches, amazing snorkeling spots and excellent cuisine. The retreat is also home to the Azure Spa, which is famous for treatments like Sapphire Sea Wrap, Coral Sea Dreaming and Ocean Review. Alternatively, the Peppers Palm Bay on Long Island houses a spa that offers the very popular "rapt endota" treatment that would allow guests to enjoy a full body detoxification session and a Western Australian clay body wrap.
Hotel Spas
Located in Palm Cove, the Reef House and Spa offers guests plenty of rejuvenating treatments, including a warm mapi mud cocoon and a banana body wrap, while enjoying spectacular views of the nearby Coral Sea.
