Slow down and unwind at these luxe Gold Coast day spas and bathhouses
Need to carve out some self-care time? Escape to a bathhouse or day spa and say goodbye to your phone, clothes and worries for a few hours of absolute bliss. In the spirit of slowing down, here are some of the best bathhouses and day spas on the Gold Coast and in Byron Bay that are well worth checking out.
Native State, Coolangatta: Perched on the shores of Kirra Beach, Native State is a luxe hybrid of high-performance gym and modern bathhouse. It’s where movement meets mindfulness, offering cutting-edge fitness classes, private coaching, hydrothermal therapies and a tranquil meditation lounge. The bathhouse features a heated vitality pool, icy plunge, infrared and traditional saunas and a steam room, creating the ultimate space to sweat, soak and reset.
Vikasati, Southport: Prefer to be outdoors? Vikasati is an open-air bathhouse in Southport that blends modern wellness with a relaxed, social atmosphere. Designed for both recovery and connection, it features magnesium plunge pools, an invigorating ice bath and one of the largest Finnish saunas in the country. Whether you’re seeking solo recovery or a shared soak with friends, Vikasati offers a flexible, feel-good space to recharge and unwind at your own pace.
Lan Bathhouse, Surfers Paradise: Lan Bathhouse brings a fresh take on wellness to the heart of Surfers Paradise. Located atop the Paradise Centre, this design-forward sanctuary invites guests to drift between mineral-rich pools, Finnish saunas, steam rooms, cold plunges and sunken lounges. Private spas come with the option of floating charcuterie and cocktails, while treatment rooms offer everything from hot-stone massages to Tibetan sound therapy. By night, the bathhouse glows by candlelight – creating a dreamy, elevated escape that feels worlds away from the bustling hub below.
The Banya, Mullumbimby: Located in an historic 1920s bank in the heart of Mullum, The Banya is an immersive social experience that puts a modern spin on traditional European bathhouses. The Banya’s open-air ground level features a small lap pool, two mineral hot pools, a wood-fired sauna, steam room and a cold plunge, while upstairs there are five massage rooms and a sun-soaked deck for post-treatment hangs. The Banya has also established an exclusive restaurant space for guests of the bathhouse to sit and savour a meal and a drink before, during or after their session.
Navia Bathhouse, Byron Bay: Navia Bathhouse brings the calm, connected spirit of Nordic wellness to Byron Bay. Inspired by Scandinavian sauna culture and the ritual of hot-cold therapy, Navia invites guests to unwind in a traditional sauna, magnesium hot pool, steam room and icy plunge pools. With its cosy timber interiors, laid-back lounge and optional massage treatments, this thoughtfully designed space is all about slowing down, finding balance and embracing wellness as a daily rhythm – not a luxury.
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Soak Bathhouse, Mermaid Beach: Always on the go? It’s time to slow down at Soak Bathhouse. Located in Mermaid Beach, this modern wellness retreat offers 90-minute self-guided sessions, letting you unwind your way. Soak in the 38-degree mineral spa, brave the 12-degree plunge pool, relax in the magnesium-infused pool or sweat it out in the steam room or red cedar sauna. Want more? Add a massage, LED facial or private infrared sauna session to truly maximise your ‘me time’ and leave feeling completely recharged.
The Bathhouse, Currumbin: Nature and relaxation go hand in hand, so this idyllic setting really is the perfect combination. Housed in the lovingly restored 100-year-old farmhouse next door to Pasture & Co at Ground at Currumbin, this serene sanctuary is equipped with mineral hydrotherapy spas, cedar hot tubs, plunge pools and wood-fired and infrared saunas. Guests can also indulge in bespoke facials and signature massages, designed to nourish, rejuvenate and deliver the ultimate in natural, restorative relaxation.
Comma, Byron Bay: Located in Byron Bay’s Arts & Industrial Estate, Comma is a minimalist sanctuary designed for deep, intentional rest. This boutique bathhouse invites you to slow down and move mindfully through a circuit of soothing rituals, from cedar sauna sessions and magnesium soaks to cold plunges and hammam steams. With a peaceful, low-sensory setting and small-group sessions, it’s the perfect reset for body and mind.
Kalm Springs, Casuarina: Tucked inside The Commons precinct in Casuarina, Kalm Springs is a modern wellness space where science meets serenity. From float therapy and infrared saunas to ice baths, LED facials and red light body treatments, every service is designed to soothe, restore and support your body’s natural balance – ideal for recovery, relaxation and everyday wellbeing.
On Eagle Wings Mountain Retreat & Spa, Neranwood: Just a short drive into the Mudgeeraba hinterland, this relaxation wonderland will make you feel like you’re worlds away. Leave your worries at home while you lay by the infinity pool with views to the coastline before you indulge in your chosen treatment, from facials to massage, body treatments, pedicures, manicures and more. The Eagle Retreat Spa Package is a great vibe – a half-day of massages, a signature facial and foot massage, infrared sauna sessions and a high-tea plate with a glass of bubbly to finish. Yes please.
Azure Spa & Fitness, The Star Gold Coast: For a luxurious escape in the heart of Broadbeach, Azure Spa & Fitness at The Star Gold Coast is the ultimate go-to. With six tranquil treatment rooms, including a couples’ suite, this serene sanctuary offers personalised rituals and wellness packages to restore body and mind. In need of serious TLC? The signature Deep Sea Body Indulgence is your fix – beginning with a skin-softening salt exfoliation, followed by a warm blue-green algae cocoon, and finishing with an aromatic full-body massage.
Greenhouse the Bathhouse, Tallebudgera Valley: Nestled at the entrance to Tallebudgera Valley, Greenhouse is a boutique day spa where luxury meets the healing power of nature. The communal bathhouse features magnesium hydrotherapy spas, a cold plunge pool, red cedar sauna, mineral pool and steam room – designed to restore body and mind. Signature massages, organic scrubs and nourishing extras elevate the experience, while the lush surrounds and tranquil energy make it unforgettable. After your soak, unwind with cocktails and plant-based plates at the on-site restaurant.
Halcyon Spa at Halcyon House, Cabarita: South-of-the-border boutique hotel Halcyon House features a luxurious on-site multi-level wellness space offering a full range of rejuvenating services to both hotel guests and locals. You can expect the full breadth of services, from thermal-infusing facials to massages, hand and foot therapy, a steam room, body exfoliations and more. Plus, each treatment is conducted with all-natural chemical-free products.
SpaQ at QT Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise: QT’s in-house wellness space is super relaxing, yet fun – and it oozes personality, which is a refreshing step away from some of the more clinical day spas. Choose from a well-curated series of spa, massage and facial therapies, body exfoliations and masks, grooming treatments and more. There are plenty of rejuvenating solo packages, plus options for couples and small groups. Either way, expect to be treated like the true VIP while you’re here.
O’Reilly’s Lost World Spa, Lamington National Park: Perched high in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Lost World Day Spa at O’Reilly’s is a serene hideaway surrounded by rainforest and sweeping valley views. From soothing massages and vinotherapy rituals to steam sessions and infinity-pool dips, every treatment is designed to reconnect you with nature. It’s a luxurious, soul-nourishing escape where the wild beauty of Lamington National Park meets pure relaxation.
Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Tallebudgera Valley: In the heart of the lush Gold Coast hinterland lies Gwinganna – a true sanctuary for the soul. One of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, the 33-room retreat seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces, with tranquil decks overlooking 200 hectares of bushland. The extensive menu spans everything from Eastern therapies and Ayurvedic aromatherapy to hot stone rituals, acupuncture, multi-sensory massages and eight unique facials – all designed to restore, rebalance and rejuvenate.
One Spa at RACV Royal Pines Resort, Benowa: One Spa at RACV Royal Pines Resort offers a refined wellness experience in a calm, light-filled space. Unwind with customised massages, rejuvenating facials and water therapies in beautifully appointed treatment rooms, including options with private spa baths and outdoor showers. Book a session in the Rejuvenation Lounge to utilise state-of-the-art amenities like infrared saunas, O2 Breathing Chairs and Somadome meditation pods.
SOL Elements, Tamborine Mountain: Rounding out this list is the soon-to-open SOL Elements, a rainforest-fringed bathhouse retreat on Tamborine Mountain. Inspired by the healing forces of earth, air, fire and water, this immersive experience invites you to journey through elemental therapy rooms, from a grounding clay lounge and Himalayan salt cave to communal onsens and a suite of saunas, including infrared and heated stone. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at SOL when it opens this winter – we can’t wait!