The 13 best spas and day spas in Melbourne

The award-winning Soak Bathhouse has opened its latest iteration in the heart of South Yarra. The lush oasis offers mineral bathing in huge pools, hot spas, a dry cedarwood sauna, a steam room and cold plunge pools, all nestled amongst leafy greenery. Plus, you can also treat yo' self to additional wellness treatments like infrared saunas, LED facials and full-body massages. We can feel the tension melting away from our shoulders already. 

Where to find it: Suite 1, Ground Floor/10 River St, South Yarra 3141

Inhale, exhale – Comma, a spa and bathhouse in Melbourne, is here to relieve the weary and worn. As the name implies, Comma stands for pausing and finding calm in and amongst the clamour of city life. This modern Australian bathhouse believes in a holistic spa experience and offers several signature massage treatments. There's also a private infrared sauna session to light up and awaken the cells, which includes a mineral hot tub and cold pail shower.

Where to find it: 10-12 Hill St, Cremorne 3121

If you’re in need of a little R'n'R amid the hustle and bustle of daily life, you have to check out Sense of Self. It used to be a warehouse so it’s split over two levels. The first floor is home to the massage and mindfulness studio where remedial, relaxation and pregnancy massages can be booked, as well as dry body brushing, Gua Sha facials and more. Then there’s the bathhouse itself. The showers are divine, featuring decadent brass showerheads and tapware. The venue provides body wash, steaming hot water and enough ambience to wash the stress away.

Where to find it: 30-32 Easey St, Collingwood 3066

While Pond Bathhouse’s wellness offering is on par with the state’s best, it’s the setting of this one that sets it apart. The heavenly wellness sanctuary is housed in a heritage-listed former vicarage dating back to 1863. Between vintage wooden beams, lush plants and soft, earthy-toned seating spaces, you’ll find a magnesium bath, ice plunges, infrared and traditional saunas, and a spacious steam room. You can also book a treatment with one of the talented on-site therapists – with relaxation or deep tissue massages available to book pre- or post-soak. 

Where to find it: 1 Ross St, Mornington 3931

EQ aims to be a sanctuary for those wanting to incorporate wellbeing practices into their daily lives. Curated seasonally, EQ's evidence-based approach ensures that guests will experience practices backed by science and tailored to help them navigate the challenges of modern work life. You can embark on a three-hour signature journey with hot and cold therapy, an immersive light and sound therapy dome, meditative breathwork, informative sessions on wellbeing practices and a community social lounge to connect with other guests. 

Where to find it: 5/22 Kings Pl, South Melbourne 3205

Glowing skin is not just a matter of vanity – it is a mirror of your overall health and wellbeing. Whether battling the city's pollution or facing harsh UV rays, investing in your skin is one of the best self-care moves you can make. That is where Shine Skin and Body steps in. The Richmond-based salon offers facials that address several skin issues and aim to help you maintain healthy, hydrated skin throughout the year. Founded in 2012 by husband-and-wife team Sheridan and Jason Rollard, it specialises in extraction facials, acne treatments and blackhead removals.

Where to find it: 323 Swan St, Richmond 3121

Fans of award-winning skin clinic Hüd have been singing the praises of the St Kilda outpost since founder and beauty expert Gry Tømte first opened it in 2017. And now a second clinic has opened on High Street in Northcote. The focus is on trusted connection, tailored treatments (like skin needling, enzyme lymphatic therapy and clinical facials) and skincare without the spin. It's a space where people can talk honestly and openly with dermal clinicians about their skin concerns, and receive qualified advice and personalised plans in return. There's certainly no 'one size fits all' approach here. 

Where to find it: 507 High St, Northcote 3070

While the Little Company doesn’t quite qualify for day spa status (the speciality here is facials) it still deserves to be on this list. While you won’t receive soft fluffy robes and slippers, you will be wrapped up under a duvet while your face is attended to. The reception area has refreshments and a casual lounge, and there is also the option to bask under a LED Light whilst listening to a recorded meditation by A Space. At the end of your treatment, you’ll receive expert guidance and personalised product recommendations to help your skin. 

Where to find it: Montalto Pl, Collingwood 3066

This luxury day spa has several treatment suites, a steam room with an ice fountain, a yoga and pilates studio, and a tranquil relaxation lounge that make it a perfect space for escaping from the hectic demands of city life. The services available include full-body massages, facials, body scrubs and water therapy – you can also add on a number of enhancements, like scalp and feet treatments.

Where to find it: 19 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe 3079

The Aurora Spa and Bathhouse (which is part of the Continental Sorrento) is i​​nspired by the healing powers of water and ancient European water therapies. It offers old-school bathing traditions with a modern twist, meaningful spa rituals and evidence-based remedies that deliver deeply restorative wellness outcomes. Inside this serene oasis you’ll find four interconnecting hydrotherapy pools, an aromatherapy steam room, a halotherapy suite (which offers salt treatments), sensory showers, glacial mist chamber and a timber-lined Nordic sauna.

Where to find it: 23 Constitution Hill Rd, Sorrento 3943

If you’re seeking a complete escape into opulence and luxury, look no further than the Spa at Crown Towers. Treatments by La Prairie and Subtle Energies offer the usual facials and massages, and every session longer than one hour is complemented with time in the Aqua Retreat, which consists of a steam room, vitality pool and Swiss shower. The white fluffy bathrobe and a relaxation lounge with snacks and refreshments add that extra bit of wow factor that makes parting with your dollars a little bit easier.  

Where to find it: Level 3, Crown Towers, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank 3006

Tucked away in Hawksburn Village on Malvern Road is the very pretty Blanc Spa. While this is not a day spa with extensive facilities, the luxury touch points have certainly been considered. Blanc Spa has a lovely team of skin and body experts, and a spa menu that is sure to cater for any self-care needs. The venue offers facial treatments, bespoke massages, deluxe body and bathing experiences and premium beauty services.  

Where to find it: 572 Malvern Rd, Prahran 3181

Fitzroy Street is hiding one of the most relaxing spots in the bayside area. Nourish Spa and Skin Clinic offers the complete pampering experience, from mani-pedis (bubbles optional), waxing and specialised facials to massages, spray tanning, IPL treatments and lashes. On entering a dimly lit treatment room, you'll be asked to jump into a fluffy bathrobe and soak your feet to prepare for a foot scrub. Next is a full body exfoliation with a dry body brushing. The main event is the super relaxing full-body massage using a fragrant essential oil of your choosing. It's a totally luxurious experience. 

Where to find it: Level 2/157 Fitzroy St, St Kilda 3182