Serious pampering is as much in demand these days
as top-class cuisine and accommodation. Queensland is leading
the trend by offering an ever-increasing range of spa resorts
and day spa facilities which provide the latest health and beauty
treatments in idyllic locations.
TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND
Angsana Spa & Resort, Palm Cove
Sitting quietly under swaying fronds, overlooking Palm Cove's
idyllic stretch of sand, The Angsana Resort & Spa, Great Barrier
Reef is like chocolate to spa enthusiasts. You can choose between
the air-conditioned beachfront treatment rooms or the open-air,
sheltered roof-top Spa Pavilions, both come with soothing sights
of the Coral Sea and sand right outside their doors. Each rooftop
Spa Pavilion has two side-by-side massage beds and a private plunge
pool, simply ideal for couples. Popular spa treatments include
Jasmine Frangipani Sparkle, Aloe Sunkisser and Cloud 9.
The Angsana Spa's therapists are flown in to Palm Cove from the
Banyan Tree Spa Academy in Phuket, Thailand, and offer a contemporary
holistic, non-clinical range of treatments. Ph: +61 7 4055 3000
or visit http://www.angsana.com.
Healing Waters Spa, Silky Oaks Lodge
Set high in a tree house in lush tropical rainforest overlooking
the Mossman River, the Healing Waters Spa at Silky Oaks Lodge
has been inspired by the ancient wisdom that celebrated water
as a renewing and life-giving force. The surrounding landscape
and rainforest play a vital role in the complex spiritual life
of the local indigenous people, the Kuku Yalanji of the Mossman
Gorge and Daintree region. The landscape, local natural products
and aboriginal culture are reflected in the variety of indigenous-inspired
treatments described as "Gayba" -"make the body feel good". The
spa also offers steam massage and water therapies along with the
pampering and therapeutic nature-based treatments. Ph: +61
2 9299 2477 or visit http://www.silkyoakslodge.com.au
Azure Spa, Lizard Island
If you're feeling like a leathery lizard, Lizard Island's Azure
Spa is the only place for you! The beauty of the island
is infused in every treatment at the Azure Spa. The spa aims to
provide an experience of total harmony between health, beauty
and nature. From the Sodashi to the Phytomer products, each treatment
is inspired by nature and the sea and balances marine and other
natural elements to refresh the body, mind and spirit. Ph: +61
2 9299 2477 or visit http://www.lizardisland.com.au/
The Spa of Peace and Plenty, Dunk Island
You can combine an active island resort holiday with a rejuvenating
spa retreat at beautiful Dunk Island, about 5km off the Tropical
North Queensland coast. While you're melting away the stress at
The Spa of Peace and Plenty, others in your brood can be playing
a round at the superb golf course, being entertained at the excellent
Kids Club or partaking in activities as diverse as horse riding,
windsurfing, snorkelling or archery. Guests looking for total
relaxation and indulgence can spend four nights in a spacious
beachfront Bayview Suite and surrender to a lavish pampering program
designed to clear the last vestiges of stress and cleanse, balance
and tone the body. Ph: +61 2 9299 2477 or visit http://www.dunk-island.com.
Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa
The multi-award winning Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa is set in the
gorgeous and ancient Daintree Rainforest. If you can rip yourself
away from the office for a few days, you will learn the pleasures
of drifting off to a restful sleep in your treetop chalet and waking
to an indulgent day of pampering in the Spa. This may include
the signature 'Walbul Walbul - Butterfly' therapy incorporating
the contrasting sensations of oil and desert salts. The spa uses
exclusive Australian Aboriginal products and massage techniques
not found anywhere else in the world. A stay can also include
exotic tropical fruit tastings, a Daintree River eco-cruise or
a rainforest interpretive walk with the resident Aboriginal guide.
The spa was recently awarded 'Best Spa in Australia and South
East Asia' at the Conde Nast 2004 World Spa Awards. Ph: +61 7
4098 6100 or visit http://www.daintree-ecolodge.com.au.
The Sebel Reef House and Spa, Palm Cove
Set in the secluded beach-side village of Palm Cove, this boutique
resort has only 69 rooms. The Reef House Spa is a purpose built
facility embracing different architectural styles from around
the world, complete with white-washed walls, terracotta tiles,
use of native timbers and a freshwater moat complete with bridge.
The signature treatment is Mala Mayi a 90-minute full-body rejuvenation.
You will be cleansed, revitalized, energized and exfoliated and cocooned
in Mapi mud, while enjoying a Paudi scalp massage. Then, after
your 'rain therapy', you can take advantage of the optional body
Kodo Massage. Ph: +61 7 4055 3633 or visit http://www.reefhouse.com.au.
Treetops Life Spa, Port Douglas
In Port Douglas, with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and
the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, Radisson Treetops
Resort's Treetops Life Spa is literally in the rainforest tree
tops! Located in a peaceful tree house, the spa offers treatments
including Lithos Stone Therapy, Infrared Sauna, steam room treatments,
Hydroco Suzi hair and scalp treatments, a full range of massage
techniques. Facilities include spa and beauty treatments, two
vichy rooms, styling room, relaxation areas and meditation walk.
Ph: +61 7 4030 4333 or visit http://www.radisson.com
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa, Palm Cove
Prior to construction, the developers engaged a feng shui expert
to survey the building plans and a local Aboriginal elder then
joined with him to cleanse and smudge the resort. Located with
a luxurious 100-apartment resort, the spa's treatments includes
stone massage, zen shitatsu massage, chakra holistic massage,
reiki, spiritual healing and Balinese facials. Ph: +61 7 4055
3400 or visit http://www.mangolagoon.com.au/
The Lakes Cairns Resort, Cairns
Reds Salon & Spa at the Lakes Cairns Resort offers treatments
based on their signature essential oil of lemongrass, lemon myrtle,
Australian sandalwood, cinnamon and Tasmanian lavender. The spa
is located in the four-and-a-half star resort, adjacent to Cairns'
magnificent tropical Botanical Gardens. Ph: + 61 7 4053 9411 or
visit http://www.thelakescairns.com.au
or http://www.redssalong.com.au
Hibiscus Gardens Spa Resort, Port Douglas
This resort combines the beautiful tropical location and the sublimely
appointed resort with spa treatments inspired by Aboriginal Dreamtime,
medicine and massage. Said to evoke the potent forces of the earth
upon the giver and the receiver 'The Dreamtime' will leave your
emotions and your soul refreshed. Ph: +61 7 4099 5315 or visit
www.hibiscusportdouglas.com.au
Sea Temple Resort & Spa, Palm Cove
Taking full advantage of the resort's absolute-beach-front location,
yet ensconced safely within its walls. The Sea Temple's signature
treatments include Tranquility, Energy, Harmony and Purity incorporate
skin re-balancing, cleansing and detoxifying, hydrating and toning
treatments, with complementing essential oils. Ph: + 61 7 or visit
http://www.mirvachotels.com.au
WHITSUNDAYS
Hayman Island
Award-winning Hayman Island on the Great Barrier Reef is one
of the world's most acclaimed resort destinations and a member
of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Retreat offers guests
an expanded range of health and spa therapies, 13 individual
treatment rooms including a dedicated wet treatment room, therapy
rooms with peaceful garden views, two separate relaxation lounges
including a meditation suite, a beautiful Hydrotherapy area,
separate female and male sauna and steam room and change rooms
and hair salon. Ph: +61 7 4940 1234 or visit http://www.hayman.com.au
Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa
The focus is on rejuvenation and renewal at the Daydream Island
Rejuvenation Day Spa, which is considered one of Australia's
premier spa resorts. Featuring views of the azure waters of
the Whitsundays from its treatment rooms, the spa's comprehensive
rejuvenation programs include naturopathic consultations; natural
weight control assessing metabolism, body composition and liver
function; computerised iridology and allergy testing; vitality
and longevity analysis, haemaview live blood analysis; healthy
aging scan; cholesterol testing; instant blood typing; and vitamin/mineral
deficiency testing, as well as a completed range of spa treatments.
Ph: +61 7 4948 8790 or visit http://www.daydreamisland.com
Endota Spas
Beautiful by name beautiful by nature! Endota means "beautiful"
in indigenous dialect and The Whitsunday region plays host to
two Endota Spa facilities at Peppers Palm Bay, Long Island
which opened in September 2004, and the second and most recent,
at Pinnacles Resort and Spa, Airlie Beach. From the spectacular
natural surroundings to the spectacular natural treatments,
the spas specialise in the art of serious pampering - offering
facials, massages and a range of luxurious spa experiences using
only organic products. Signature Endota treatments include 'Endota
rapt' where clients are treated to full body exfoliation before
they are wrapped in a West Australian clay cocoon. This treatment
is finished with a mini facial and a one-hour massage. Ph: Pinnacles
on +61 7 4948 2970 or visit http://www.pinnaclesresort.bestwestern.com.au.
Ph: Peppers Palm Bay on +61 7 49469090 or visit http://www.endota.com.au.
BRISBANE
The Dome Retreat, Brisbane Marriott Hotel
You're in the middle of the city yet it feels like you are miles
away from it all. Cocooned in the luxurious surrounds of The
Dome Retreat Brisbane's only international hotel day spa - you
might as well be. The Dome Retreat was named one of the world's
top 10 urban day spas by the prestigious UK Conde Nast Traveller
Magazine's readers' choice awards in 2004. Treatment is by professional
therapists with the highest qualifications who combine preventative
and healing therapies with high performance products. Guests
at the retreat enjoy complimentary use of the beautifully-appointed
lounge areas, swimming pool, sauna and spa and specialist spa
cuisine based around a seasonal menu and featuring healthy and
cleansing food, fruit smoothies and fresh juices, before or
after treatments. Ph: +61 7 3303 8050 or visit http://www.thedomeretreat.com.
Clear Mountain Sanctuary Spa
Get right away from it all and still within 35 minutes of bustling
Brisbane at Clear Mountain Sanctuary Spa. Situated high atop
Clear Mountain with 360 degree views, it offers views taking
in Mt Coot-tha and the mountains of the Great Dividing Range,
the Glasshouse Mountains, Lake Samsonvale, Moreton and North
Stradbroke islands and, at night, the beacon of Brisbane City
and the Redcliffe Peninsula's lights. Choose from a selection
of packages, all of which include treatment from a team of professional
therapists. Accommodation is available on site. Ph: +61
7 3298 5100 or visit http://www.clearmtn.com.au.
GOLD COAST
Palazzo Versace Salus Per Aquum
Salus Per Aquum derives its name from the latin phrase 'health
through water' and derives its philosophy from the European tradition
of the spa. Set inside the magnificent Palazzo Versace (Versace's
first hotel in the world) with the calm of the Gold Coast Broadwater
on one side and the surge of the ocean on the other Salus Per
Aquum combines ancient tradition with contemporary flair. Ph:
+61 7 5509 8000 or visit http://www.palazzoversace.com.
Sheraton Mirage Golden Door Spa & Health Club
The Sheraton Mirage, Gold Coast Resort and Spa offers
five-star luxury, right on the beach. Add to this the formidable
array of treatments and facilities available in its Golden Door
Spa and Health Club and you have a recipe for total relaxation.
Do you feel like a salt scrub, hot stone therapy or a facial?Want
to calm or energise yourself? The choice is yours. Once you are
feeling rejuvenated and ready to face the outside world take the
skywalk access to the many beautiful boutiques close by. Ph: +61
7 5591 1488 or visit http://www.starwoodspacollection.com/.
Hotel Watermark Gold Coast
Located in the four-and-a-half star Hotel Watermark Gold
Coast in Surfers Paradise is the Ocean Dream Day Spa. A Japanese-inspired
health and beauty salon, it offers guests a wide selection of
therapeutic facials, soothing massages and invigorating hydrotherapy
treatments designed to renew both the body and spirit. There's
also a Finnish sauna, fully-equipped gymnasium and two heated
outdoor pools. Ph: +61 7 5588 8319 or visit http://www.watermarkhotel.com.au
Couran Cove Island Resort
This idyllically located day spa at Couran Cove Island Resort's
marina overlooks sparkling blue waters and boats. It offers a
completed range of spa and rejuvenation treatments for guests
staying at Couran Cove on South Stradbroke Island which is accessed
by a 30 minute ferry ride from the Gold Coast. Resort facilities
include luxurious eco-friendly accommodation on the water's edge
or deep in a forest of Banksia trees, a kids club, every kind
of water sports, dining, and access to 22km of Pacific Ocean surf
beach. Ph: +61 7 5509 3000 or visit http://www.couran-cove.com.au
Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort
The perfect place to relax and rejuvenate can be found in this
luxury resort in the heart of Surfers Paradise. The Spa and Health
Club offers a full range of beauty treatments to tantalize tired
bodies from top-to-toe. Spa therapies such as scrubs, wraps and
facials are perfectly complemented by the resort's Health Club
which boasts a steam room, plunge and lap pools, exercise counselling
and classes. Resort guests can book spa services when they make
their reservation or avail themselves of the resort's Pure Indulgence
Package. Ph: (07) 5592 9800 or visit http://www.marriott.com
Q1 Gold Coast
Set in the world's tallest residential building, Q1 Resort and
Spa in beautiful Surfers Paradise offers guests a range of facilities
and treatments. The Q1 spa includes eight ambient treatment rooms,
dual wet/dry rooms, Vichy showers, Jet Spa, Hydrostorm, indoor/outdoor
mineral spa and a serenity room for total indulgence. Q1 Spa use
a unique range of spa products called Li'Tya (pronounced L-dee-a),
inspired by the Dreamtime. This range features ingredients like
a wattle seed protein polish, Qandong hair masque, wild Rosella
bud, Lilly Pilly and macadamia facial cream - all gathered from
the bush. The Q1 Signature treatment is the Mala Mayi Body Treatment,
recognised by Conde Nast Traveller UK and Spain, Harpers &
Queen London, as well as British and Australian Vogue Magazines.
http://www.Q1.com.au
SUNSHINE COAST
Ikatan Day Spa
For Asian-style pampering, look no further than the Ikatan Day
Spa at Doonan in the Noosa Hinterland, Sunshine Coast. Set amid
tranquil Balinese gardens, Ikatan offers double and single treatment
rooms, and incorporates exotic tropical treatments including a
Bali coffee buff, rice and coconut exfoliation and coffee and
cinnamon exfoliation. Ph: +61 7 5471 1199 or visit http://www.ikatanspa.com.au
The Sun Spa, Hyatt Regency Coolum
Within the serene Hyatt Regency Resort is The Sun Spa - a place
where mind and body are united in harmony through the influence
of the sun. A range of massage, body treatments and facials are
complimented by a 25-metre heated outdoor lap pool, an Aquacise
pool, a Hair and beauty salon, a fully equipped Fitness Centre,
an aerobics and yoga studio and squash courts. Ph +61 7 5446 1234
or visit http://www.coolumhyatt.au-hotels.com
Aqua Day Spa at Sheraton Noosa Resort
The AQUA Day Spa is a tranquil haven dedicated to the total care
of both mind and body. Eight state of the art treatment rooms
and the unique Aqua Therapy Centre ensure the perfect experience
of relaxation through water therapy. Facilities include the steam
room, vichy shower, and hydrotherapy spa bath. Ph + 61 7 5449
5777 or visit http://www.aquadayspa.com.au
Noosa Spa of Health and Beauty, South Pacific Resort
A stone's throw from the peaceful Noosa River is Noosa Spa of
Health and Beauty. It's a serene haven of beguiling aromas, peaceful
music and tasteful decor designed to restore your spirits and
re-energise your body. It is the perfect way to spend an hour
or a whole day and treatments are designed for men and women.
Indulge in massage therapies, beauty therapies, or hairdressing.
Bridal beauty is a specialty. Ph: +61 7 5473 1200 or visit http://www.southpacificresort.info-link.com.au
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