Unwind At Every Soothing Day Spa In Noosa

Pair a soothing escape to the Sunshine Coast with a visit to a tranquil day spa in Noosa.

In my book, leaning into holiday mode demands quality me-time at a local day spa. When I’m visiting beautiful Noosa, the options span the bush to the beach. Offering everything from lavish full-body pampering to Epsom salt soak sessions overlooking grassy hills, a day spa in Noosa always proves to be precisely what the doctor ordered. Here, my pick of local wellness experiences so you can sit back and simply breathe.

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If you only visit one day spa in Noosa, make it Ikatan Spa for its practically transportive Balinese-inspired immersion. You won’t find another sanctuary quite like it in the beach town.

1. Kin Kin Springs Bathhouse

a couple relaxing at Kin Kin Springs Bathhouse, Noosa day spa — Sink into natural springwater-fed baths. (Image: Kin Kin Springs Bathhouse)

The Sunshine Coast hinterland has been crying out for its own slice of day spa pie and, thankfully, the tiny town of Kin Kin has answered. I drive about 40 minutes from Noosa’s action-aplenty Hastings Street to find Kin Kin Springs Bathhouse which opened its doors in April 2025. Sinking into one of two hillside bathhouses that overlook resident cows, chirpy wildlife and a small lake, I’ve apparently died and gone to hinterland heaven. I find my own deep, handcrafted tub filled with Epsom salt as sparkling water and coconut water ensure I’m hydrated for the full two hours I’m there. My space is basically a shed, shaped from recycled materials, but the team have dialled up the warmth through vibrant artworks and potted greenery. The highlight? Those breathtaking views I struggle to part with. Make sure you ask the team to switch on the optional soft background music for true day spa indulgence.

2. Ikatan Spa

full body massage at Ikatan Day Spa, Noosa — Nourish your skin with a rich natural scrub at Ikatan Day Spa.

My favourite day spa in Noosa, Ikatan Spa is designed for anybody seeking Nirvana spliced with that signature shoulder-dropping Balinese enlightenment. I drive about 15 minutes inland from Noosa Heads to Doonan to park hassle-free (a rarity in Noosa) and step into a lush tropical garden. Here to soak up every inch of the 75-minute Prasanna Massage Package I booked, which is performed in a breezy thatched hut amid the palms, I only just avoid snoozing as my feet, head, arms and hands are massaged with just the right strength. Furthermore, the team are kind and gentle, further extending the allure of this day spa in Noosa. I wish I’d brought pals as Ikatan also does a High Tea service for a minimum of four guests, which I spy served to a group as I’m wrapping up, my body completely revitalised.

3. Noosa Facial Lounge

Once loved as Day Spa Noosa, the team rebranded to Noosa Facial Lounge at the beginning of 2025, seizing the chance to send their vibes into pure Pinterest territory. Located on Sunshine Beach Rd, the skin experts have crafted a string of results-focused treatments, spanning LED light therapy, peels, extractions and facials, without compromising their famed massages and couples’ packages. Forgot to buff those nails prior to departure? This day spa in Noosa also offers pedicures for photo-ready tootsies.

4. Noosa Springs Spa at Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort

a woman relaxing at Noosa Springs Spa, Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort — Experience the relaxing benefits of aqua therapy at Noosa Springs Spa.

Oozing Roman bathhouse vibes, the Noosa Spring Spa is grand and spacious – exactly what a resort day spa should be. I’m all about that hot and cold therapy life so I especially love the Thermal Suite with individual float stations to ensure you plunge away from fellow guests. Other standout treatments at this day spa in Noosa are the Instagram-famous Japanese Scalp Treatment, which serves as a halo around your head to release a waterfall of goodness, a magnesium salt-concentrated floatation pool, and facials for every skin concern. If you’re staying on-site at the Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort, one of the best Noosa accommodation picks, you’ll drift away on cloud nine no matter what you book.

5. City Cave Noosa

a man relaxing in a sauna at City Cave Noosa — Decrease your stress levels in the infrared sauna. (Image: City Cave Noosa)

I love a dedicated City Cave experience so having the franchise in Noosa is such a holiday bonus. City Cave Noosa is a calming spot offering a range of science-backed therapies. Float in a two-person-sized pool filled with 400 kilograms of Epsom salt or sink into an infrared sauna to amplify circulation, purification and muscle relaxation. Craving a massage? A wide variety suits everyone, including mamas-to-be.

6. Noosa Beach Yoga

yoga by the Noosa River — Give your muscles a good stretch.

There are no massage tables or Enya beats but while we’re talking wellness, Noosa Beach Yoga deserves a nod. Saluting the sun from the stillness of Noosa Woods overlooking the Noosa River, groups assemble every day of the week anywhere between 8am and 9:30am. It’s a nourishing, totally unique outdoor experience as expert yogis guide you through a series of deep stretches and movements suitable for all ages. Owner Claudia and her team can take private class bookings and welcome children under 12, who can sign up for free.

7. Elysium Spa

the wellness suite bathroom with infrared sauna at Elysium Noosa Resort — The wellness suite at Elysium Noosa Resort features an infrared sauna. (Image: Supplied)

Found in the centre of town, Elysium Spa is just beyond the lobby in the all-new Elysium Noosa Resort (opening December 2025 in the previous Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort on Hastings Street) and provides reliably delicious delights. While the Elysium team is putting fresh touches on the Noosa day spa as they move in, guests can still soak up the former AQUA Day Spa’s aqua therapy pool, book a massage or a facial, or consider one of the indulgent spa packages which span multiple hours. Whatever you book, you’ve got access to the soothing relaxation area where you can order fruit platters to enjoy at your own pace. The icing on the cake? The new owners are committed to enhancing the space in 2026, so watch this space.

8. Endota Spa Noosa

inside Endota Spa Noosa — Spend a self-care day at Endota Spa Noosa.

Know the nationwide brand? Sure, but rarely does this chain arrive so close to the sand. Endota Spa Noosa nails its signature treatments and warm service right opposite Noosa Main Beach on Hastings Street, just a few steps away from the surf. Pick your pamper poison but start every visit in the relaxation lounge where fragrant herbal tea is poured and soft tunes bring feel-good vibes. As for the treatments, expect various massages and facials utilising organic products, as well as harder stuff like LED and clinical peels. Essential holiday duties including manicures, spray tanning and waxing are also on hand.

9. Stephanies Ocean Spa at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas

a relaxing head massage at Stephanies Ocean Spa, Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas — Stephanies Ocean Spa is a haven for mind-melting treatments.

Whether you’re a guest at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas, or simply chasing quality downtime, Stephanies Ocean Spa is a haven for mind-melting treatments. There are both relaxing and targeted facials, multi-treatment packages that bundle up tea and sweets, body rituals including wraps and exfoliations, massages, pregnancy specialities and more.

10. Noosa Spa

the front exterior of The Noosa Spa — There’s a treatment to suit every mood at Noosa Spa. (Image: Lumea Photo)

Keeping locals mellow for more than 25 years, Noosa Spa is a Noosaville mainstay and always a good choice. Ideal for a day out with friends, the day spa in Noosa serves up a wide choice of packages to soothe, nourish and energise. Be it aromatherapy, facials, lymphatic drainage, sauna sessions, or beauty services, there’s a treatment for every mood. The team even arrange Spa Parties that usher in glasses of bubbles alongside treatments, so it’s a great group or multi-generation indulgence, too.

11. Sensaura Day Spa

the massage bed at Sensaura Day Spa, Noosa — The ‘Nurture and Nourish’ package will have you drifting off to sleep in no time.

I find plentiful calm at Sensaura Day Spa , which offers everything from body scrubs and facials to yoga sessions in an on-site studio. I tried the ‘Nurture and Nourish’ package during a recent visit and saw a foot soak, hot stone massage, signature facial, and scalp massage chased by a cheese platter and glass of bubbles utterly unwind me.

12. One Spa at RACV Noosa Resort

a soothing stone massage at One Spa, RACV Noosa Resort — Indulge in a soothing stone massage at One Spa.

Sink into serenity at One Spa at RACV Noosa Resort where rejuvenation reigns supreme. Inside this day spa in Noosa, I find an impressive selection of massages, water therapy treatments utilising the famous and totally dreamy Vichy shower, facials, and grooming, all performed in a calming, contemporary space. Indulge in one of their nine multi-hour spa packages to be shipped off to your own happy place.

Beyond the sand, sea and food scene, Townsville is shaping up to be the new events capital of the Sunshine State.

Townsville is quickly making a name for itself as an events capital of Queensland. From worldwide sporting events to celebrations of the arts, there’s never been a better time to align your next tropical getaway with the unbeatable vibes of an event in Townsville.

The yearly calendar is full, meaning there’s an event for everyone. But these are shaping up to be some of the biggest events in 2025.

1. North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA)

24 Sep – 12 Oct 2025

While sun, sea and sand might be the first images conjured up at a mention of Townsville, the tropical city is fast making a name for itself as a cultural hub. Experience it at its best during the North Australian Festival of Arts.

Over several weeks, the famous Strand in Townsville will be bursting with colour, sound and energy as it celebrates the arts, culture and community. Catch theatre, cabaret, dance, circus acts and so much more. Stop to listen to world-class live music and even get involved with interactive workshops.

In previous years, the Queensland Symphony Orchestra performed a free outdoor concert and Brisbane Author, Trent Dalton, was there to share his latest book.

performers at North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) — Catch live music and more.

2. Supercars NTI Townsville 500

11-13 July, 2025

Sports fans will be pleased to know that Townsville boasts more than just the NRL Cowboy’s. Those facing the comedown of this year’s Formula 1 can bounce back with the 2025 NTI Townsville 500. Each year, the event draws motorsport enthusiasts from around the country as Supercar racing takes over the streets of Townsville.

Off the race track, the weekend also promises plenty of car tricks and displays – think drifting, car builds and the MotorEx automotive expo – plus live music, ADF displays, freestyle motocross and more.

crowd watching Supercars NTI Townsville 500, townsville events — See supercars take over Townsville.

3. Australian Festival of Chamber Music

25 July – 2 Aug 2025

Clear your ears of the sounds of revving engines with one of the city’s longest-running events, The Australian Festival of Chamber Music (AFCM). Here, some of the world’s most celebrated musicians head to Townsville to perform an impressive 30 concerts over nine days.

The best part? AFCM features exclusive shows that can only be experienced at the festival, like AFCM Concert Conversations, where visiting festival musicians share their personal and professional lives.

lead image for Australian Festival of Chamber Music, townsville events — Experience exclusive events at the AFCM. (Image: Andrew Rankin)

4. SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week

28 Aug – 2 Sep 2025

Just 20 minutes from the city, koala-filled Magnetic Island is a must-do at any time of year. Time the trip for the annual SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week to not only enjoy paradise, but also five days of tropical racing fun with a twist.

Every August to September, enjoy live bands, parties, beach festivals, markets, long lunches and even mud crab races. All while taking in tropical island views.

SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week — Enhance Magnetic Island trips with five days of tropical racing. (Image: TEQ)

5. Wedgwood: Artists and Industry exhibition

23 Apr – 24 Aug 2025

Hailing from England, Wedgwood has been a household name almost since the brand started in 1759 (by Charles Darwin’s grandfather). With over 260 years under the company’s belt since then, its ceramics and designs are popular all over the world.

And now, Wedgwood: Artists and Industry will showcase highlights of the brand’s history – straight from the UK’s Victoria and Albert Museum – at Townsville’s Perc Tucker Regional Gallery.

Wedgwood teacup — See the best of Wedgwood. (Image: Getty/ Photonewman)

6. Wallabies v Argentina

6 September

Rugby fans should time their Townsville getaway for September to add watching the Wallabies clash against Argentina from Queensland Country Bank Stadium to their itineraries.

The home ground of the NRL North Queensland Cowboys, this vibrant and stylish $185 million sporting venue in South Townsville is the perfect setting to enjoy sports.

aerial of Queensland Country Bank Stadium in townsville — See the rugby at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. (Image: TEQ)

Start planning your event-filled getaway at townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au .

Every dreamy day spa in Noosa to melt away your worries