Elysia Wellness Retreat
Elysia Wellness Retreat is located in Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley, a little over two hours from Sydney. Hidden in the iconic wine region, this retreat is your launchpad to chef-hatted restaurants, award-winning wineries, distilleries and natural wonders, including the historic Old Great North Road. The hotel is located approximately an hour’s drive from Newcastle Airport (NTL). Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.
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The Retreat — Stretch out, relax and unwind in top-rated luxury
Just two hours from Sydney, Elysia Wellness Retreat creates a place where you can reconnect with nature — with uninterrupted valley views from every private suite — and find peace of mind amid picturesque wine country at Pokolbin’s #1 rated spa on Tripadvisor. Escape the city noise and reset your mind, body and soul with the retreat’s extensive facilities: practice your tennis swing on the onsite courts, sweat out stress in the fitness centre, dive into the onsite pools and relax in the Day Spa with complimentary access to the steam rooms and relaxation lounges.
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Your Handpicked Inclusions – Hunter Valley Escape – Welcome bottle of wine, wine tasting, wellness classes and A$50 retreat credit
Arrive to a welcome bottle of local wine waiting in your room and later in your stay, enjoy a wine tasting at First Creek Wines. Make the most of the retreat’s top-rated spa or retail offerings with A$50 retreat credit per package included. You’ll also enjoy full access to the resort’s onsite spa and relaxation lounges, plus one wellness class per person, with a range of holistic experiences available. Plus, take part in a premium wine tasting at First Creek Wines.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Wellness Retreat Upgrade – All-inclusive dining, complimentary wellness activities and A$50 retreat credit
Stretch out, relax and take a deep breath with daily mind and body classes. Recharge and reinvigorate with daily gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus morning and afternoon tea that will nourish your body. Make the most of the retreat’s top-rated spa or retail offerings with A$50 retreat credit per person included in your package. You’ll also enjoy full access to the resort’s onsite spa and relaxation lounges, plus welcome consultations and seminars.
Relaxation Massage Upgrade: Be pampered to heavenly heights with a 50-minute relaxation massage per adult when you select the Massage Upgrade Hunter Valley Escape package. This soft and relaxing massage utilises oils to balance the mind, body and soul while reducing stress.
- The Day Spa
- Outdoor resort-style pool
- Heated indoor 25m pool
- Restaurant
- Tennis courts
- Fitness centre
- Three fitness studios for yoga, meditation and cycling
- Indoor activity court
- Meditation Hill
- Walking trails
- Library
- Theatre
- Guest lounge
- Guest laundry
- Parking
- Limited-speed Wi-Fi (in-suite only)
- Check-in: 2pm / Checkout: 10am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel until 18 November 2025 (bookings must be made before 18 September 2025).
Child Policy: Guests under 18 are not permitted and cannot be accommodated.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Please Note:
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Guests not staying on a Wellness package are required to dine next door at the Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort. A shuttle service is available.
- The schedule for the mind and body activities will be updated daily and can be subject to change without notice.
- Wellness classes must be pre-booked from a limited selection, subject to availability.
- The included retreat credit must be used during your stay. Any unused credit will for forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash. Credits cannot be combined.
- The retreat credit is to be used across the retreat for beauty products, blissful spa treatments, and the retail store.
- Seven-night packages must check-in on Sunday.
- Please note that smoking is strictly forbidden.
- Wellness seminars are only available on weekdays.
- Hunter Valley Escape packages do not include daily housekeeping or turndown services.
- Wellness Retreat upgrade packages include daily housekeeping service and no daily turndown service.
- Wellness Retreat Upgrade: Please note that alcohol and caffeine will be unavailable to guests staying on this package. Wellness Retreat Upgrade does not include bottle of wine or wine tasting.
50-Minute Relaxation Massage Inclusions & Fine Print (select packages only)
- Inclusions: One 50-minute relaxation massage per adult at Elysia Wellness Retreat.
- Available: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm (final booking time) by appointment.
- Not valid: Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.
- Late arrival may shorten treatment time.
- Individual results may vary.
- Treatment contents may vary, subject to availability.
- This experience may not be suitable for pregnant people.
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Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
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