In need of a break? We’ve got you. Check out (mentally) and check in (physically) with one of these health retreats near the Gold Coast. Thank us later…
Eden Health Retreat, Currumbin Valley
Surrounded by rainforest in Currumbin Valley, Eden Health Retreat combines luxury accommodation with a holistic wellness program. Days revolve around yoga, meditation, nourishing wholefoods and spa treatments, alongside guided walks and workshops designed to help you reset and recharge. With national park at its doorstep and birdsong all around, it’s an easy place to slow down and reconnect.
Numala Retreat, Bonogin
Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city on an eight-acre slice of paradise, Numala Retreat is the ultimate escape. On the property, you’ll find three creeks, two waterfalls and a lush rainforest to explore – if you manage to tear yourself away from the many healing workshops, classes and therapies on offer. With yoga for every skill level, meditation groups and Sensory Energy healing sessions to help you unwind and recover, Numala Retreat has something for everyone.
Summerhills Retreat, Binna Burra
One of Byron Bay’s premier wellness resorts, SummerHills offers a unique, eco-focused getaway. Your accommodation options vary from panoramic mountain, forest or garden-view rooms, and come complete with personalised services including relaxation massage services and a tour and activities desk. Enjoy group or private yoga and meditation sessions, or hit the two or four-kilometre trails for a spot of bird watching. The choice is completely yours.
Gwinganna, Tallebudgera Valley
Nestled in the lush Gold Coast hinterlands, Gwinganna offers the ultimate rainforest escape. Based on principles of wellness, energy and calmness, Gwinganna helps you disconnect from the stresses and negative influences of the modern world with a bevvy of spa treatments, rejuvenating activities like hiking and yoga, clean eating and luxe facilities. If you’re looking to disconnect and transform, this is the place.
Nirvana Wellbeing Retreat, Springbrook
High in the Gold Coast hinterland, Nirvana Wellbeing Retreat offers a peaceful escape centred on rest, nature and gentle rejuvenation. The retreat focuses on simple, restorative experiences – think yoga, massage, wholesome meals and quiet time surrounded by rainforest. With panoramic hinterland views and a calm, unhurried atmosphere, it’s an ideal spot for a weekend reset close to home.
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Escarpment, Mt Tamborine
Perched on the edge of Mount Tamborine, Escarpment Retreat is all about quiet luxury and uninterrupted hinterland views. The boutique property features spacious villas designed for rest and privacy, with fireplaces, spa baths and private decks overlooking the valley. Add in spa treatments and a slow pace of life, and it’s an easy place to unwind for a weekend away.
Gaia Retreat and Spa, Brooklet
From mountaintop yoga to clay sculpting, or sipping herbal tea in the cathedral-like Kakura House, there is so much to enjoy during your stay at Gaia Retreat. Float in the tranquility of the shady pool, or indulge in a treatment at their award-winning day spa. Whatever you do, be sure to bring that feeling of focus and calm home with you – if you can ever bring yourself to leave.
Soma, Byron Bay
Set on 22 acres of lush rainforest, SOMA is designed to help you properly switch off. Centred around meditation, yoga and mindful living, the property blends striking architecture with nature – most notably its glass geodesic dome, where many of the retreat’s yoga and meditation sessions take place. Days here move at a slower pace, with guided classes, nourishing communal meals and plenty of time to relax by the infinity pool or wander the peaceful grounds.
Blue Green Sanctuary, Byron Bay
Set in the lush Byron Bay hinterland, Blue Green Sanctuary offers a relaxed, nature-focused wellness escape. Expect yoga, nourishing shared meals and plenty of time to unwind among rolling green hills and peaceful gardens. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming rather than overly structured, making it easy to slip into holiday mode while still enjoying the restorative benefits of a wellness escape. With a slower, less structured approach than many retreats, it’s an easy place to rest, reset and soak up the calm of the hinterland.
DON’T MISS THE TWH X SANCTOM RETREAT: The Wholeness Hub and Sanctom are teaming up to bring a first-of-its-kind retreat to Blue Green Sanctuary. From May 29 to June 1, it’s designed for those feeling a pull into something deeper and more intentional. Led by experts in psychology, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, kinesiology and reiki, you will be guided through a program of workshops, talks by guest speakers, gentle movement and intentional downtime, all providing opportunities to connect with likeminded women. Click here to learn more.
