The best high teas in hotels around Australia

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Here is our comprehensive guide to the best high teas in hotels around Australia.

Our round-up of the best high teas in hotels around Australia focuses on venues that offer fabulous food alongside pots of premium beverages. Whether you want to catch up with friends or treat someone special, here are 16 of the best high teas to try around Australia.

1. Archibald High Tea at The Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

Food and art collide in this elegant high tea, which pays homage to Australia’s most prestigious portrait award. Taking cues from the Archibald Prize 2025 and the nearby Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, this high tea truly is a work of art. Departing from the traditional tiered display, the Archibald High Tea is arranged artistically across the table, echoing purple tones that reflect local jacaranda trees and the Archibald Prize 2025’s colour du jour.

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This delicate high tea is an ode to the Archibald Prize 2025 and the nearby Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

Executive Chef Bektaş Özcan and Sofitel Sydney Wentworth’s pastry team have created an indulgent menu to delight the senses. Settle into the sumptuous room swathed in burgundy velvet and indulge in decadent treats, pistachio and chocolate opera cakes that mimic the moss and stone in the landscape, and a delicate jasmine macaron redolent of a blooming garden. 

Savoury delights include cheeses, freshly baked baguettes, smoked salmon, charcuterie and quiches. Wash these down with a glass of Pommery Champagne and a refined selection of teas. 

Best hotel high teas
Delight in a selection of moreish savoury bites.

This high tea is only available for a limited time from May 10 to August 17.

Must try: Flourless chocolate cake

2. Aperture Afternoon Tea at Capella

The only thing better than a tasty afternoon tea? Afternoon tea set beneath the stunning Meadow kinetic floral installation in Sydney’s Capella Hotel. Feel cosy inside, while also enjoying bright natural light and the feeling of being in a well-manicured garden while sipping on a delightfully long list of Tea Centre tea or St Ali coffee. A classic earl grey is always a good time, but we also highly recommend the Blue Lagoon mix of hibiscus, rosehip, apple, orange peel, rose, cornflower and safflower. Elevate your drink menu even more by adding on a glass of champagne.

On your plate, find sweet and savoury delights with a unique twist, like the lobster roll with crispy lettuce and yuzu mayo, a lamington with pistachio, white chocolate and orange and a profiterole with a delicious peanut crunch. Think peanut brittle.

Must try: peanut crunch profiterole.

Aperture High Tea, capella hotel sydney
Enjoy high tea with a modern twist of flavours.

3. High tea at Glass Brasserie, Hilton Sydney

Elevate your high tea experience at Hilton Sydney which has launched its first-ever high tea in the ever-popular glass brasserie. High tea at glass brasserie is all-class as the experience includes epic views over the iconic dome of the landmark Queen Victoria Building in Sydney’s CBD. Experience serenity in the centre of the city every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 4.30pm at the brasserie where the sterling service is also a real treat. Here, at glass, you can expect to be pampered right from the get-go as much attention is paid to whether your glass is full and you have everything you need.

high tea at glass brasserie, Hilton Sydney
While away the afternoon with high tea at glass brasserie. (Image: T. Wholohan)

Keep your pinky finger poised for this impeccable high tea where the first order of business involves partaking in a glass of Pol Roger Champagne. The new afternoon tea menu is curated by executive chef Hamish Neale and his team of pastry chefs and includes a selection of sweet and savoury options such as classic smoked salmon cronuts, crab salad brioche rolls, jamon and cheese donuts and a prosciutto crisp. Sweet tooths will enjoy a sugary rush with decadent brûlée scones with Nutella, vanilla and matcha, indulgent seasonal tarts, opera slices, macarons and soft serve sundaes. The afternoon tea also includes a pot of premium tea, cocktails mixed tableside and a roaming Champagne service.

a selection of drinks at glass brasserie, Hilton Sydney
Pour yourself a glass to elevate your high tea experience. (Image: T. Wholohan)

Must try: The dreamy jamon and cheese donuts.

4. High tea on Level 36, Shangri-La Sydney, NSW

Shangri-La Sydney is one of the best hotels in Sydney for high tea, which means you’re likely to encounter everyone from multi-generational family groups to couples and colleagues partial to tea, cake and fizz with a view at High Tea on Level 36.

Altogether, the panoramic views of Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge are hard to beat, but the menu designed by pastry chef Kumiko Endo (ex-Tetsuya’s and Bather’s Pavilion) also causes heads to swivel.  As an illustration are dishes such as the braised ox-tail on a milk bun. Or the traditional buttermilk scones with house-made berry jam and fresh cream.

Must try: The honey cheesecake with coconut ginger streusel and cherry glaze.

Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney is one of the best spots in Sydney for high tea.

5. Gin High Tea The Lobby Lounge, Hyatt Regency Sydney, NSW

Gin High Tea at Hyatt Regency Sydne y is a mod Oz twist on high tea and it’s everything we want it to be. After settling in for an afternoon of indulgences, Gin High Tea takers are led on a multi-sensory journey starting with cocktails crafted with Australian Poor Toms Gin, Scapegrace Gin and Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin.

The native botanicals used in the cocktails have also inspired sweet and savoury delicacies such as scones matched with Australian jams and lobster anise-cream caviar brioche and scallop watermelon hibiscus salsa. Order your choice of Rabbit Hole loose-leaf tea and enjoy all-you-can-eat sweets.

Must try: Butterfly G&T and the S’mores pudding or mango cheesecake with pistachio slivers and gold leaf.

a picture of a decadent high tea with tea pots and a three-tiered tray full of treats at Hyatt Regency Sydney
Gin High Tea at Hyatt Regency Sydney has a contemporary twist. Credit: Wes Nel

6. High Cheese at voco Kirkton Park, Hunter Valley, NSW

If you’re obsessed with cheese, then this is the high tea for you. Although it is a novelty idea, it is also extremely well received and a fun way to taste a wide variety of cheeses. All of the cheeses served during the High Cheese experience are artisan cheeses sourced from the Hunter Valley.

There’s a woodfired brie, a Binnorie Dairy Duetoo (a creamy blend of mascarpone and gorgonzola), as well as savoury sandwiches and treats such as mushroom and molten cheese arancini. Best of all, you get to enjoy indulging in your cheese obsession from the light-filled Conservatory overlooking the prestigious 28-hectare voco Kirkton Park , which has just 70 guestrooms.

Must try: The Binnorie Dairy chilli, garlic and rosemary labna with a glass of Peterson House Sparkling.

High Cheese at voco, Kirkton Park Hunter Valley, Australia
If you’re obsessed with cheese, then this is the high tea for you.

7. High tea at The Reef House Adults Retreat, Palm Cove, Qld

The Reef House Adults Retreat  has launched a high tea offering on its restaurant terrace overlooking the Coral Sea in Palm Cove. Chef Ondrej Urbanovsky has crafted a selection of savoury and sweet treats that are made in-house. The three-tiered tower includes finger sandwiches and petit fours and lemon myrtle scones with seasonal berry jam and Daintree vanilla Chantilly. There’s also an indulgent coronation chicken choux pastry with snow pea sprouts.

Selection of sweet and savoury treats on offer at high tea at The Reef House Adults Retreat.
Selection of sweet and savoury treats on offer at high tea at The Reef House Adults Retreat.

The high tea experience is $150 for two people which is accompanied by bottomless tea from local company Blackbooks Tea and includes the option of a glass of Champagne or hand-crafted cocktail. High tea at The Reef House Restaurant is available from 2.30pm each weekend.

Must try: The lemon myrtle scones dolloped with seasonal jam.

people dining on the al fresco deck at The Reef House Boutique Hotel and Spa, Cairns
Enjoy high tea on the deck at The Reef House Adults Retreat. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

8. High tea at Coco’s Kitchen + Bar, Pullman Cairns International, Qld

High tea in Coco’s Kitchen + Bar Pullman Cairns International, at the marina end of the city, starts with a flute of Australian sparkling wine followed by pretty petit fours and finger sandwiches. The menu in the lobby bar is seasonal so expect jams made from exotic tropical fruit to spread atop freshly made scones, with dollops of cream as well as local fresh fruits, and an array of house-made pastries and cakes.

Savoury tooths will be pleased that the tiered trays include finger sandwiches stuffed with shredded chicken or Atlantic salmon. After a few pots of tea, stroll a block down to the centre of Cairns where you will find a plethora of cool places to eat and drink.

Must try: The plate of local and international cheeses.

High tea, Coco’s Kitchen + Bar, Pullman Cairns International, Queensland
The menu in the lobby bar is seasonal so expect jams made from exotic tropical fruit to spread atop freshly made scones.

9. High Tea at Deco Lounge, The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, Tas

The Deco Lounge at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, is a dreamy place to enjoy a high tea in a hotel. Located in Hobart, The Tasman opened in December 2021 and is the new kid on the block with 152 rooms across three different eras of architecture: heritage, Art Deco, and modern.

The high tea experience at The Deco Lounge is, like the vibe in the state’s capital, refined but relaxed. Although the signature high tea changes with the seasons, you can expect a glass of Arras Blanc de Blanc on arrival and an Aussie inflection with dishes such as lemon myrtle scones, the signature Tasman lobster roll, and bush tomato bread.

Must try: Hoji tea panna cotta complemented with a pot of Storm & India’s plant-based wellness tea.

High tea at The Deco Lounge at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel,
The Deco Lounge at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, serves a decadent high-end tea

10. Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton Perth, WA

The Ritz-Carlton Perth has a new Afternoon Tea menu at Hearth, which overlooks the picturesque Elizabeth Quay. While the two-course menu is not afraid of a cucumber slice, you can expect it to arrive pickled alongside house-smoked tart on top of your three-tiered stand.

The Afternoon Tea also includes savoury delights such as braised pork rillette with pink lady apple, and baked camembert tart as well as sweet treats such as Davidson plum and coconut lamington. Elevate the experience with a two-hour package served with Howard Park Petit Jeté sparkling wine.

Must try: The white peach mousse with lemon verbena and a peach glaze.

Putting on the Ritz: High tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth.

11. Afternoon tea at The Langham, Melbourne, Vic

There’s a soft light filtering into the lobby at The Langham, Melbourne and staff pirouetting around tables, making sure everything is just so. Afternoon tea at the Aria Bar & Lounge room is special-occasion stuff. And while there are the obligatory finger sandwiches, pastries, cakes and scones, the skill demonstrated by executive chef Thomas Rappl is in adhering to certain traditions while fusing flavours that are completely up-to-the-minute. Start with sandwiches and savouries such as the saffron arancini with shrimp butter sauce followed by hand-made pastries like the kaffir key lime meringue tart, which will finish you off in the best possible way.

Must try: The scones, oh the scones. Served with Yarra Valley clotted cream and macerated strawberry preserve.

The Langham Afternoon Tea at Aria Bar & Lounge
Afternoon tea at the Aria Bar & Lounge room is special-occasion stuff.

12. High Tea by the Sea at Stamford Grand Adelaide Hotel and Resort, SA

Enjoying views of Glenelg Beach makes the experience of a traditional High Tea by the Sea at Stamford Plaza, Adelaide even more special. The Promenade Restaurant is a peaceful oasis in a notable position that hums with the low chatter of happy customers and attentive staff who whirl about the space in a whisper while you while away the afternoon. Ask the knowledgeable staff to help zone in on your Dilmah tea of choice to accompany the food, which there is an abundance of.

Take your time over a traditional selection of sandwiches – pulled chicken and mayo; classic egg salad; smoked salmon and cream cheese – followed by pastries and petit fours and hot and savoury options.

Must try: The candy-coloured assortment of mini macarons.

High Tea by the Sea, Stamford Grand Adelaide Australia
Enjoying views of Glenelg Beach makes the experience of a traditional High Tea by the Sea even more special.

13. Champagne High Tea at PepperBerry, Hilton Darwin, NT

Although guests partaking of high tea at the Hilton Darwin will receive the prerequisite selection of sandwiches and petit fours, the sweet and savoury treats on the tiered tray arrive infused with flavours such as Kakadu plum, rosella, crab and coconut.

Expect the Piper-Heidsieck to be flowing at the sophisticated Champagne High Tea, located in Hilton Darwin’s signature restaurant, PepperBerry Restaurant. The hotel hosts high teas on Sundays with each tier arranged with savoury sandwiches such as crab and apple salad in rye sourdough, scones with raspberry and quandong jam and desserts such as blueberry cheesecake.

Must try: Scones with whipped butter, quandong jam and chantilly cream.

Champagne High Tea at Pepperberry Restaurant, Hilton Darwin, Australia
The hotel hosts high teas on Sundays.

14. High Cheese at Sheraton Grand Mirage Gold Coast, Qld

While the ocean views might be one of Pearl Bar’s main selling points, the carefully curated High Cheese at the Sheraton Grand Mirage Gold Coast is also worth feasting your eyes on. It’s a high tea, albeit with cheese.

high tea at Sheraton Grand Mirage
A delightful high tea set at Sheraton Grand Mirage.

You’d have to be Jatz crackers to count calories in this case: plan instead for a post-prandial walk on the beach (or one of the many other Gold Coast bush walks) so you can inhale every last crumb of cheese on the pretty platter.

a tray of sweets at Sheraton Grand Mirage
There are plenty of decadent sweets to choose from on the tray.

Enjoy triangles of creamy camembert, sharp cheddar and a tangy blue accompanied by silky prosciutto, fresh fruit and crackers before sinking into the Pearl Bar’s plush chairs. The Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort is also offering a Pink High Tea until November 30 to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, available from noon to 4pm.

Must try: The rosemary-baked camembert.

15. Chapter & Verse high tea at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

The Chapter & Verse high tea at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa includes a Teeny Tiny Tea for chipolata-sized fingers. Of course, it includes a miniature mix of sweet and savoury dishes. There is also a High Seas experience that showcases local seafood like oysters and tiger prawns. And a High Cheese that includes brie, blue and cheddar cheese. Purists will also appreciate the Traditional High Tea. Why? Because it includes sandwiches stuffed with pork and truffle cheddar cheese as well as berry-filled pastries.

JW Marriott Gold Coast High Tea
A traditional version of a high tea at the JW Marriott Gold Coast.

16. QTea at QT Sydney, NSW

Patissier Adriano Zumbo didn’t blow the dust off his yiayia’s old book of recipes. Instead, the new QTea experience at QT Sydney is all about extravagance, theatre and fashion. Evidently, this is more in line with the QT brand and its cool clientele.

Zumbo hasn’t taken the tradition of a tiered tray off the table. But the one on offer at QTea looks more like the work of an artist from the Cubist movement. Expect a mix of sweet and savoury dishes, such as his signature Zumbarons, Sconez and lobster rolls with coconut, chilli and lime mayo. The high tea is one of the best high teas in Australia. Basically because it includes paired pourings of Perrier Jouet Champagne.

 

Colourful macaroons, lobster rolls and other high tea goodies sit on a unique black stand with Alice in Wonderland themed decor. (Image: QT Sydney)
Experience Adriano Zumbo’s creativity at QTea. (Image: QT Sydney)

17. Solander Bar & Dining, Sydney

One of the most beautiful things about afternoon tea at Solander Bar and Dining is the blooms on display. The West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton, certainly leans into the seasons.

food and drinks at Solander Afternoon Tea
Indulge in pink-hued teas and snacks at Solander Afternoon Tea.

The venue is named after botanist Daniel Solander. Accordingly, it is a fabulously floral affair.

macarons at Solander Afternoon Tea
Get your hands on these pretty macarons at Solander Afternoon Tea.

As a matter of fact, the high-end high tea includes a tiered selection of both sweet and savoury snacks. Head chef Joel Robinson’s menu includes dishes such as poached prawn fennel and spiced mayo buns. And salted macaron mini eclairs for $65 per person ($20 extra includes bottomless house wine, sparkling and beer).  The Afternoon Tea Party happens every Saturday from 2pm to 6pm,.

drinks at Solander Afternoon Tea
Partake in a high tea in the beautiful botanical-themed restaurant and bar.

Must try: Saffron and buffalo mozzarella arancini with the welcome cocktail.

18. InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto, Melbourne

InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto celebrates native Australian ingredients in their indulgent afternoon tea offering at the Alluvial Restaurant under a stunning ten-storey glass atrium. Executive Chef, Charlie Song, serves bites such as Tasmanian smoked salmon on brioche paired with finger lime and sauce gribiche, traditional buttermilk scones served with Yarra Valley strawberry jam, sustainable honey, and lemon myrtle double cream, and Davidson plum-infused black forest and delicate pepperberry choux bun filled with berry crèmeux. Wash down these delightful bites with tea, champagne, and an orange and Cointreau shooter, served between courses to refresh the palate between courses.

Must try: Smoked ham hock terrine with bush tomato chutney and caper berry.

19. The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

Expect an elegant pot of loose-leaf tea and scones with berry jam and cream as part of the Signature Afternoon Tea at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney. Celebrate 150 years of the former GPO building with the signature tea, which was inspired by the Victorian Renaissance era.

A high tea and a teddy bear.
This elegant afternoon tea is inspired by the Victorian Renaissance era.

In this experience-driven economy, The Fullerton Hotel’s Signature Afternoon Tea presents an opportunity to enjoy a special occasion with a friend or family member.  Frock up in your finest attire to The Fullerton Hotel Sydney to enjoy a three-tiered tray of sophisticated sweet and savoury treats such as pinwheel sandwiches, potted shrimps and egg and a delicate canape of smoked salmon dotted with dill, cream cheese and salmon roe.

High tea cakes on a plate.
Tuck into delicate sandwiches.

The heritage tea has transitioned to the Signature Afternoon Tea due to its popularity. And it also includes a Neapolitan ice cream verrine, malted milk envelope, Bakewell pudding and apple charlotte.  Available daily at The Bar between noon and 4pm.

Must tryThe Fullerton Scones with a flute of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV Champagne and TWG Tea or Vittoria Coffee.

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Your guide to the best accommodation around Australia for every type of traveller

    Dilvin YasaBy Dilvin Yasa
    Whether you’re after the perfect family holiday or after something a little more romantic, Accor has the stay for you.

    Nothing sets the tone of your holiday quite like the accommodation you’ve chosen. After all, who can imagine a wellness retreat without an on-site day spa, or a sprawling family resort without a kids’ club (or babysitting service)? The truth is there are as many ways to holiday as there are types of travellers – but happily, there’s accommodation for every type of traveller.

    Fun family holidays

    A successful family holiday requires plenty of space – not to mention essential amenities, like a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, a central location near plenty of activities and attractions, and those all-important beaches. The following properties all fit the bill and were designed with kids in mind.

    1. Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas

    inside room at Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas
    Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas is perfect for a family getaway.

    Will it be a day of snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, horse riding along the golden sands of Cape Tribulation, or trying your hand at watersports at Four Mile Beach? For those checked in at Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas , the correct answer can only ever be ‘all of the above’ – but only if you can convince the kids to get out of the hotel’s lagoon-style swimming pool.

    Featuring one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments (some with private swim-up pool decks), the hotel is also conveniently located moments from the town centre.

    2. Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

    Novotel Sydney On Darling Harbour
    Send the kids to Kid’s club, and head to the restaurant.

    Kids’ club: the two words most parents of little ones long to hear. With Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour , however, that’s only the beginning. This eco-friendly hotel (which is famous for its spacious rooms) pulls out all the stops, serving up a 10-metre outdoor pool, tennis court and a signature restaurant, The Ternary .

    Located in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Darling Harbour precinct, the hotel is steps from WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo , SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and the Australian National Maritime Museum .

    3. Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff

    Mantra On Salt pool
    The Tweed offers the best of both worlds.

    When the kids are screaming ‘Gold Coast theme parks’ but your body needs a little Byron Bay downtime, the answer arrives in the form of Mantra on Salt Beach Kingscliff , an airy resort located in The Tweed. Some of Queensland and New South Wales’s top beaches and attractions are only a short drive away.

    Featuring one- and two-bedroom suites, a tennis court and a lagoon-style pool (plus a children’s wading pool), guests also have the option to rent a bike, book a treatment at the onsite day spa, or organise child-minding for date night.

    Couples getaways

    Remember those candlelit dinners when you first got together? Or what about those long walks along the beach and lazy sleep-ins – complete with room service?

    If you’re still searching your memory, it’s time to hit reboot on romance by booking a hotel geared around good food, good times and more than a little privacy.

    1. Sofitel Melbourne On Collins

    inside room at Sofitel Melbourne
    Soak in the gorgeous view.

    Located in the heart of Melbourne’s shopping and theatre districts, there’s every reason those checking into Sofitel Melbourne On Collins will want to head out and explore. A night in, however, can mean a champagne or signature cocktail (or two) at The Atrium Bar on 35 before an intimate feast at No35 , where French gastronomy reaches new heights.

    Top tip? Book the Romance Getaway Package , which includes a bottle of French champagne, breakfast in bed and a leisurely 2pm check out.

    2. Mondrian Gold Coast

    inside a room at The Mondrian
    Enjoy classy surrounds at The Mondrian.

    The Gold Coast suburb of Burleigh has all the ingredients needed for a romantic escape. And the best place to explore it all from is the stunning beachfront lifestyle precinct, Mondrian Gold Coast .

    Stay in one of 208 accommodation options, including studios, suites, homes and houses. Taste your way through the levels of dining options, from authentic Italian and surf-to-plate seafood, and dive into the lively pool club. Or relax with a restorative treatment together at the spa.

    City escapes

    Nabbing a front-row seat to urban life (and momentarily feeling like a local) is as easy as checking into a city hotel and letting the streets around you set the pace for your next holiday.

    Laidback retreats and coastal getaways will always have their place, but here you can step straight into galleries and boutique stores, roll into restaurants and tumble out of bars – all before watching the sun rise across a gleaming skyline.

    A convenient location, of course, is key.

    1. 25hours Hotel The Olympia

    25hours Sydney Atrium
    Book into Sydney’s newest boutique spot.

    Hotels are all too often about retreating from the city they’re located in, but at Sydney’s newest boutique spot, 25hours Hotel Sydney The Olympia , a stay is all about immersing yourself in the area. Channelling the energy and creativity of its Oxford Street location, the hotel’s bold and playful design is a nod to the building’s arthouse beginnings as West’s Olympia Theatre. Guests can choose to stay in either a light and airy Dreamers room or the more dramatic Renegades option.

    This is home to two stand-out bars (one of them on the rooftop) and a cafe serving Lune croissants, as well as The Palomar , a hot dining spot that serves as a love letter to the Mediterranean.

    2. Hyde Melbourne Place

    Hyde Melbourne
    Be steps from Melbourne’s best attractions.

    Some of Melbourne’s finest restaurants might be on Hyde Melbourne Place’s doorstep, but there’s no need for guests to venture out the front door for a bite to remember. The innovative brand’s first Australian offering is not only home to three distinctive venues (including an atmospheric rooftop restaurant), but is also the winner of a Michelin Key 2025.

    Conveniently located in the east end of the city’s CBD within moments of the city’s iconic laneways, accommodation ranges from a soothing General Admission Queen to the spectacular Headliner Suite (many with balconies overlooking the city buzzing below). A high-end fitness space and Peach Pilates streamed straight to your in-room tablet are available too. Our top tip? Call ahead for a Sonna Brightening LED Face Mask and say yes to winding down with a meditative ritual designed to support skin health, clarity and calm.

    Tranquil retreats

    There’s no question 2026 is going to be your year, but it would be foolish to hard-launch this new and improved you without first taking some time to relax, rejuvenate and reflect on how you can find better balance in the year to come.

    It’s time to treat yourself to a wellness getaway that’s designed around peace, natural beauty and more than a few spa treatments.

    1. Pullman Bunker Bay Resort

    Pullman Bunker Bay pool
    Relax into Pullman Bunker Bay Resort.

    Kangaroos at dawn, Margaret River wineries at noon and a long evening of life-affirming massage treatment come the late afternoon; there’s a lot to love about a stay at Pullman Bunker Bay Resort . And that’s without even touching on the resort’s secluded beachfront location.

    Whether you check into a studio villa or a three-bedroom, three-bathroom villa, the views stretching out over the lake or garden will help you hit reset as you ponder the important questions: should you take a drive to nearby Geographe Bay to enjoy the dive of a lifetime, settle in for a long and lazy day in the resort’s heated infinity-edge pool, or make booking after booking at Vie Spa to try its extensive range of massages, facials and treatments?

    The cherry on top? The resort has a complimentary – albeit seasonal – kids’ club, too.

    2. Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge

    couple in spa at Peppers Cradle Mountain
    Connect with yourself and nature at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge.

    Welcome to the ultimate alpine wellness experience, a luxurious lodge nestled in the lush peaks of Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, where ‘forest bathing’ takes on a whole new meaning.

    Offering quick and easy access to some of the region’s most iconic walking trails (not to mention a window to our most striking flora and fauna), every cabin and suite at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge – some with their own fireplace – is designed to help you exhale.

    Say yes to a wealth of included activities, such as an evening wildlife safari, a guided Crater Lake mountain walk or the Aboriginal Heritage & Bush Tucker tour. Unwind by retreating to the famous Waldheim Alpine Spa , where treatment rooms overlook rugged mountains and ancient forests.

    Wellness has never looked – or felt – so luxurious.

    Learn more and plan your next escape at All.com .