Melbourne has an undeniable charm. It is cosmopolitan and artsy and boasts world-class dining, galleries, fun festivals, and a plethora of cafes (oh, the coffee!). It oozes charm, wide boulevards, lush parks, Victorian architecture, and a youthful energy that makes it one of Australia’s most popular cities. It also follows that Melbourne offers some of the best wellness
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Sheraton Melbourne Hotel
Sheraton Melbourne Hotel is your gateway to the Parisian chic and flare of Collins Street’s Paris End.
If you’re looking for moments of self-care in the city, head on over to IOMI Spa, a sanctuary where stillness and pampering await. Therapists and experts designed IOMI Spa’s wide range of therapies, and you can choose from an array of Wellness Journeys too. Heal Well, Travel Well, Rest Well, and Replenish Well, are just some of the Wellness Journeys to choose from and these are all at least 2.5 hours of blissing out in the gorgeous spa interiors. Guests are also invited to enjoy the swimming pool and steam room for gentle relaxation.
While it is surrounded by charming restaurants and cafes, you don’t have to go far to enjoy wonderful food. Indulge in modern Australian dishes at Little Collins Street Kitchen, the onsite restaurant, or savour lunch and dinner at Terrace Bar where you can blissfully (and flavourfully) while away your time. After a day of indulgence, all of the rooms feature the bespoke Sheraton Signature Beds that make for heavenly relaxation.
InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto
A heritage building that has wonderfully kept up with modern luxuries, InterContinental Melbourne, The Rialto, takes you on a getaway where the old gracefully embraces the new. The Gothic-style façade is stunning; an icon on Collins Street. Inside, the well-appointed rooms have a timeless elegance, and during your stay, you have access to the heated rooftop indoor pool (with sparkling views of the CBD at night), spa, sauna, and Jacuzzi. It is home to the award-winning Botanica Wellness Spa & Clinic, Melbourne’s premier wellness sanctuary. Here, you can choose from an extensive menu of massages, scrubs, and wraps, enhanced by a skincare collaboration with the globally renowned Elemis, alongside a range of medi-spa services.
The luxury doesn’t stop at the relaxing amenities; Alluvial Restaurant is a culinary melting pot offering flavours from diverse cultures, while Ronnie’s — the hotel’s signature restaurant is where you can have a beautiful Italian dinner with great wine.
Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands
An inner-city oasis, Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands is located in the Melbourne Central Business District. Its beautiful curvaceous façade is a sight to behold and the design-led interiors exude undeniable sophistication. One of the most eye-catching features of the hotel is its 28-metre wet-edge rooftop infinity pool. Relax in the sunken loungers and enjoy poolside service for the most relaxing experience. Thinking of melting your stresses away? Head over to level 15 where the gentle steam from the sauna will envelop you in a relaxing warmth.
Archer’s, the refined in-hotel restaurant, has a cellar-esque vaulted ceiling reminiscent of Melbourne’s bridges. The rooms are equipped with their own minibars, and the predominantly monochromatic colour scheme is brought to life by pops of rustic oranges and calming teals.
The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne
Currently Australia’s tallest hotel at 80 storeys high, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne is a luxurious 5-star hotel with stylish, residential-inspired furnishings and décor. Bespoke features include leather and velvet furniture, light fixtures, and hand-made glass panels that lend all of the rooms and suites an elegant finish. Guest rooms also have grand marble bathrooms and oversized tubs. On-site, the hotel features a restaurant, bar, lounge, heated indoor infinity pool, and spa where you can indulge your senses.
We love how locally-sourced botanicals are used in the relaxing therapies such as the Indulgent Rose Experience that features a foot ritual, rose oil body massage, and facial with rose quartz gua sha, and the 60-minute aromatic Relaxation Massage.
The Langham, Melbourne
Its grand double-arched staircase never fails to impress. It just makes you feel as if you’re in a movie and that your happy ending is just around the corner! At The Langham Melbourne, you will get impeccable service and experience the fabulous traditional niceties from a 5-star hotel. The rooms and suites have beautiful views of the Yarra River or the city skyline while treating you to plush couches and beds that will make you not want to leave your room. You should venture out though, and try dining at the Melba or treat yourself to holistic wellness inspired by traditional Chinese medicine at Chuan Spa.
Chuan Spa is a gorgeous sanctuary where you can recentre yourself. guided by the Five Elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water) theory, Chuan Spa helps identify basic disharmonies in your body through a questionnaire and sensory testing for a personalised experience.
The Westin Melbourne
The Westin Melbourne is an idyllic urban escape in the heart of Melbourne CBD. The spacious rooms will be your private city sanctuary with spectacular views of the surrounding skyline. On-site, enjoy indulgent relaxation at the Westin Wellness Centre which features a spa, sauna, 20-metre lap pool, and a steam room too. If you’re feeling more active, it’s also home to the 24-hour WestinWorkout Fitness Centre. Private spa therapies can be booked in the comfort of your own room too. You can also treat yourself to a high tea experience at The Lobby Lounge and be seated amidst elegant furnishings and art, or opt for the expansive al fresco seating at Allegro Restaurant amongst the treetops of Collins Street. You’ll be swept away by the magic of the mood they set — as if you’re not in the middle of a busy city!
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Also on Collins Street, Grand Hyatt Melbourne is another luxe stay that won’t let you down. The hotel has 25 premium suites along with many stylish and spacious rooms to accommodate those who travel for leisure or business. If you’re travelling as a group, we recommend checking out the offers at City Club Health & Fitness Centre where a variety of wellness-inclined activities are available weekly such as barre group classes, yoga, and spin circuit. The hotel also features a pool, gym, and tennis court. With a soak in the tub in the Diplomatic Suite, you’ll have panoramic views of the Yarra River as you cool off in the Italian marble bathroom. If you’re looking for something grander than in-room dining, Collins Kitchen — the hotel’s award-winning restaurant — will take you for an ambient dining experience. Want to amp it up even more? The talented mixologists at Ru-Co Bar will treat your palette to exciting cocktails and drinks.
The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne
The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins will make you feel like a movie star with its glamorous art deco style. Less than a minute away from Southern Cross Station, the hotel exudes an undeniable elegance that you will feel as soon as you step into its halls. The grand piano, warm timbers, mirrors, and glass design elements add that old-world sparkle that takes your heart on a journey through time. What we love though is V Hotel Spa, one of Melbourne’s top day spas. At the massage centre, luxurious day spa therapies await for those who seek to calm and holistically soothe your body and mind. This hidden gem is one of the best places to get pampered right in the heart of the CBD.
After in-spa indulgence, enjoy your stay in one of the guestrooms that have plush furnishings and custom carpets while the bathrooms have subway tiles and checker-tiled floors, lending them a more classic appeal.
Park Hyatt Melbourne
A beautiful mix of Victorian and contemporary architecture, Park Hyatt Melbourne doesn’t just treat you to its grandeur but gives you a time you won’t forget. The opulent interiors have an extravagance to them, elevating your holiday and easily earning its spot in our list of the best luxury
Wherever you choose to stay, you’ll enjoy world-class accommodation, food, and sightseeing from luxury
Image credit: Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands
