The 17 Best Day Spas in Melbourne for 2026

You work hard, you play hard, and gosh, you should get to relax hard too —and what better way to do that than booking into one of the best spas in Melbourne? Dedicate a day to kicking around in a comfy robe, being royally pampered and having all the time in the world to enjoy it, stress-free.

That idyllic image is easy to tap into since Melbourne is home to an array of top-notch spas (often in some of Melbourne's best hotels), all within the cooee of the city's inner suburbs. From cult-favourite saunas and soaks to full-scale spas with seriously skilled therapists, bliss out on massages, treatments, and wellness experiences at every price point.

Here are the 17 best day spas in Melbourne. Thank us after you've gotten your glow on.

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Inner Studio, Collingwood

Housed in a former factory, Inner Studio houses all the essential day spa facilities you need for a proper self-care sesh. Unwind in one of the lush magnesium plunge pools, sweat it out at the Southern hemisphere's largest sauna or sign up for a wellness class. You'd be surprised at the wonders breathwork and yoga — followed by plenty of spa time — can do for your energy levels.

Classes and day passes cost $45 a pop, while weekly memberships range from $65–$75. The nature-filled oasis is calming, even without massages and treatments — remember to make time for sipping tea on a tree stump before heading back into the real world.

EQ Wellbeing, South Melbourne

Many spas in Melbourne set up spaces full of wellness technologies and then simply leave you to figure it out. This can be a haven for those who are familiar with the facilities, but the rest of us could do with some guidance.

With wellness journeys tailored for different needs, EQ Wellbeing doesn't let you flounder. You'll be told how to use the hammam, sauna, rain room, lounge, plunge pools, and light and sound therapy dome — and the optimal order to use them — as you relax, reenergise or de-stress. While EQ prefers not to be labelled as a spa, it basically is. And it is a damn unique one at that.

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne CBD

Most Melbourne spas struggle to compete with the opulence offered at the Ritz-Carlton, and none come close to having such spectacular views — the spa is located all the way up on the 64th floor. All treatment rooms are decked out with floor-to-ceiling windows, although you'll mostly be face-down on the massage table. Hour-long massages start at $230 and facials at $240, plus a stack of packages and add-ons dial up the luxe factor.

Luckily, the architects thought of everything: the skyline can be viewed in its full glory from all the spa's amenities, including a massive heated infinity pool, a hydrotherapy spa and a decked-out gym.

About Time Bathhouse, Torquay

Mornington Peninsula is home to stacks of world-class day spas and bathing spots, but the Surfcoast has long lagged behind. Fortunately, things are looking up for this side of Victoria's coastline, thanks to the late-2024 opening of About Time — a luxe day spa and bathhouse located in Torquay.

The brutalist building is fully equipped for all your bathing needs. Find a magnesium pool, cold plunge pool, traditional sauna and steam room, plus private infrared saunas and ice baths that can be booked for groups of eight. Step outside to the garden surrounded by towering gum trees, and you'll find hot and cold magnesium pools that are tailor-made for social bathing with mates.

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Lancemore Mansion Hotel Spa, Werribee Park

A trip to the stunning Lancemore Mansion Hotel Spa might change your definition of a spa day. Just 30 minutes from the CBD, the grand 19th-century property brims with old-world charm. Duck through arched corridors to find a day spa with a quiet air of seclusion, where ambient soundscapes meet a menu of primo massages and spa packages fit for a royal.

Expect tempting treatments like Moroccan Melt ($460): a Hammam session, followed by a 90-minute hot-stone massage and a 60-minute rose-infused facial and hair mask. Conclude your day of indulgence with a sweet treat, a cheeky glass of bubbly and a relaxing stroll through the acres of English gardens on the old-world property.

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Sense of Self, Collingwood

Housed in a stunningly converted Collingwood warehouse, Sense of Self takes cues from the bathhouses of Europe, Africa and Japan. Filled to the brim with greenery, the soaring space delivers a "no BS" offering that's serious about community and restoration. This means that naps are not only allowed, but encouraged in the lounge. And there's a Scrub Station at the door, where you can pick your own scrubs and masks for some Hammam time.

With a $65 weekday day pass, get acquainted with the range of bathhouse facilities, including a Finnish sauna, a 39-degree mineral bath and a cold plunge pool. Upstairs, a massage and mindfulness studio offers relaxation and remedial treatments like Swedish massages ($190 for 60 minutes). It's widely considered one of the best day spas in Melbourne — with a Sydney location already in the works.

Chuan Spa at The Langham, Southbank

Book in for a treatment at the upscale Chuan Spa in The Langham and you'll also score access to its lavish bathing facilities. That includes a stunning saltwater pool, complete with an outdoor deck and skyline views.

The massage menu heroes traditional Chinese techniques that target acupuncture points, while multi-treatment options combine elements such as full-body scrubs, plumping facials and mud masks. Bring your kids along — there's a dedicated spa menu for under-16s, starting at $45 for hand or foot treatments.

Sakura Lounge, CBD

Sakura Lounge is a Japanese-style day spa (sans onsen) tucked away down Warburton Lane. With an array of all-day packages that won't break the bank, it's a winning option for those looking to go all out. Think traditional Japanese massages and invigorating foot treatments and hydrating facials, rolled out one after the other until you've well and truly found your inner zen.

Try the 2.5-hour Decadent Detox package — a foot treatment, a heady chocolate-and-coffee body treatment and hot-stone massage — which clocks in at a reasonable $230. Tea and sweets are served throughout, though sushi and champagne are available as delicious upgrades.

Alba Thermal Springs & Spa, Fingal

If you like the idea of rounding out a wine-filled Mornington Peninsula getaway with some pampering, add this world-class spa and thermal springs destination to your coastal itinerary. Fingal's Alba Thermal Springs & Spa comprises a contemporary hillside spa set amid a sprawling series of 25 geothermal springs and pools.

Sneak in a heated volcanic stone massage or cryotherapy facial in between soaks — bathing access is complimentary with every treatment booked — or set aside a few hours to indulge in one of the top-to-toe spa rituals.

Botanica Day Spa, CBD

A serene urban oasis within the InterContinental, Botanica Day Spa's minimalist fit-out will do just as much for your mood as any muscle-melting hot stone massage. But in case that doesn't do the trick, it's also got a menu of treatments for every conundrum.

Seasonal depression? Seasonal therapies are on hand to help your body adjust to the weather shifts, including skin repair treatments, detoxes that support circulation and muscle-healing massages. Work stress? Try the Botanica De-Stress ($250), featuring a full-body and aromatherapy foot massage — a duo we could probably all do with every now and then.

Saltair Spa, Port Melbourne

First launched in Torquay, Saltair Spa has made its way to the cosy coastal suburb of Port Melbourne. Over two floors, skilled therapists provide face and body treatments using Babor skincare products, alongside beauty treatments like skin needling, sugaring and more.

There are also real treat-yourself packages for couples and groups, as well as individual day passes and facial programs — ideal if you're in the market for some primo pampering.

Endota Spa

Endota Spa, Various Locations

With over 20 sites in Melbourne alone, Endota Spa has spawned all over Australia and New Zealand. Despite its status as a mega chain, quality is not lost here. Yes, you won't find pools, saunas and other day spa facilities at any of the outposts — but what Endota is known for is a host of treatments at fairly affordable prices. Just prepare for the spa therapist to lightly spruik Endota's own wellness products at the end of your treatment (they actually feel pretty nice, to be honest).

Skin Day Spa, St Kilda

If you're after a spa destination that's clean, minimalist and ultra-relaxing, Skin Day Spa on Chapel Street has the goods. This little sanctuary offers a hefty menu of spa and beauty treatments (we're talking lash and brow tints, waxing and spray tanning), but when some unwinding and full-body pampering is on the cards, we recommend settling into the one-hour, muscle-soothing deep relaxation massage ($149).

There's also LED light therapy to revive and de-stress skin, dedicated pregnancy massages and luxurious facial treatments to suit a whole range of needs. The whole host of premium treatments helps make it one of the best spas in Melbourne.

Aurora Spa & Bathhouse, Sorrento

A new flagship for the award-winning Aurora Spa Group, Aurora Spa & Bathhouse is set within the Continental Sorrento. This cutting-edge, 500-square-metre bathhouse is a luxe indoor wellness precinct boasting numerous mineral pools and one of the largest saunas in the southern hemisphere.

Offering a modern take on traditional bathing practices, Aurora is kitted out with a suite of state-of-the-art facilities and experiences for you to explore. Along with that Nordic-style sauna, you'll find features like an icy plunge pool, an aromatherapy steam room, the 36-degree sky-lit Daydream Pool, a reflexology pool and a suite dedicated to halotherapy — a treatment that involves breathing in salty air. Meanwhile, the adjoining spa is offering treatments ranging from holistic facial therapies and massages, to algae body wraps and botanically-charged scrubs.

Natskin, North Ringwood

Hidden out in North Ringwood, Natskin might just be one of Melbourne's best kept wellness secrets. This warm and inviting Melbourne spa oasis offers a diverse menu of treatments, from stimulating skin therapies to stress-relieving massages. You can tailor your experience or opt for one of the many multi-treatment packages, that range from a classic massage-facial combo to a couples' retreat offering in one of the spa's duo suites.

Really earned some downtime? Book in for the 2.5-hour Rejuvenator package and escape reality with a skin-boosting exfoliation, tailored body wrap, scalp massage, hour-long body massage and fresh juice to rehydrate ($310).

Japanese Mountain Retreat, Montrose

Escape the hustle with a jaunt out to the Yarra Ranges. Just over an hour away from the city lies Japanese Mountain Retreat in Montrose, a luxurious mineral hot springs haven boasting a series of fully private outdoor mineral pools, meaning you won't have to share your soak with any strangers.

There's also an opulent Roman-style bathhouse for those who prefer an indoor dip, and a range of add-on dining experiences available to amp up any visit. You can even stay the night, with a variety of pamper-filled accommodation packages on offer.

Top image: Alba Thermal Springs & Spa courtesy of Visit Victoria