Overview
The Mornington Peninsula is always synonymous with luxury. Wineries have a certain year-round appeal, after all. But one of the region's especially luxe locales — the oh-so-relaxing Alba Thermal Springs & Spa — is expanding its offering for the festive season to give you extra cause for a drive down south this Christmas.
Earlier this year, the spa property opened an overnight destination with the arrival of five new luxury villas and two studio rooms on the dunes overlooking the estate. Now, there are some limited-time extras available for guests staying on-site in December.
Alba's on-site restaurant, Thyme, is offering a limited-time Christmas menu that stars a trifle made with pistachio, mango and white chocolate — perfectly paired with a candy cane martini (gin, lemon and bitters with Alba's own candy cane–infused vodka, shaken and finished with a crushed candy cane rim).
You can roll the treats into a complete booking with the 'Thyme to Celebrate' package — which includes a soak in the hot springs with a one-course lunch or dinner at Thyme for $120pp, available weekdays until December 24. Earlier in the month, on Sunday, December 7, with Christmas carols from Two Bays Choir on the staircase, 20% off all boutique items and complimentary gift wrapping.
In fact, any guests staying on the property between Monday, December 1–24 have a chance to receive some stocking stuffers from the spa team. Every day, one guest will have a hand-painted bauble placed inside their locker, which could contain all sorts of prizes, from candles, bath salts and robes to private experiences, dining vouchers and even a free stay.
Alba Thermal Springs & Spa can be located at 282 Browns Road, Fingal, VIC. For more information or to make a booking, visit the website.