Escape the ordinary and create sparks with your partner at some truly romantic getaways around Victoria. Around the state, you’ll find a whole tapestry of charming retreats to suit every taste. Create wonderful memories at some truly dreamy destinations, from historic mansions, to elegant villas and beyond. We’ve found some enchanting escapes for you to try, so keep this list in mind for your next anniversary or weekend adventure.
Retreat to one of these romantic getaways in Victoria
Woodlands Rainforest Retreat
Tucked away in a rainforest, near the scenic Black Spur, is the dreamy Woodlands Rainforest Retreat. This tranquil location has self-contained cottages, offering plenty of seclusion from each other and the outside world. Look out for wildlife, including wombats, wallabies, echidnas and cockatoos, and upgrade your experience to include hampers for breakfast, supper and picnics. If you’re really in the mood for romance, the retreat also has a range of surprises to help you delight your loved one. Surprises include rose petals on the bed, shimmering candles throughout the cottage and a fragrant spa bath bubbling away on arrival. This romantic getaway starts at $530 a night, with stays ranging from two to fourteen nights. See more here.
📍137 Manby Rd, Narbethong VIC 3778
Lake House
The luxurious Lake House in Daylesford is home to a hatted restaurant, a spa, and yes, a hotel. After a day of pampering, stay overnight in one of the suites, lodges or villas. Swim in the infinity pool, heat up in the outdoor hot tub and keep the romance going with some lovely extra touches, like ordering rose petals, candles and champagne. Find out more.
📍4 King St, Daylesford VIC 3460
Japanese Mountain Retreat
Spark romance with mineral bathing, spa treatments and luxury accommodation at Japanese Mountain Retreat. Relax with private mineral bathing outdoors, within a walled Japanese or tropical garden, or inside an opulent Roman bathhouse. Relax with a treatment at the day spa, then indulge in lunch or dinner. Keep the romance going and stay overnight in a luxury villa. You’ll find this five acre resort nestled within the Dandenong Ranges. Bathing start from $165 per person, and accommodation packages start from $1799. See more here.
14 Mountain Cres, Montrose VIC 3765
Nook on the Hill
Escape to the Grampians and stay together in the sustainable tiny house, Nook on the Hill. Sleep on a queen bed, get cosy in a book nook and soak in an outdoor bath, where you can take in sweeping views of the surrounding ranges. Warm up by the firepit, have a chat under festoon lights at the picnic table and go stargazing. Stay for two nights from Friday to Sunday for $1500, or hang out during the week and stay for three nights for $1300. See more here.
📍32 Pioneer Ln, Halls Gap VIC 3381
Chateau Yering
Feel like you’re living in a romance novel at Chateau Yering. The mansion at this historic site was built in 1854, and overlooks Victoria’s first vineyard. The romantic hotel at Chateau Yering has 32 suites, and each of them are decorated in a unique style, filled with antique furniture and fine art. Gaze out at the Yarra Valley from your private balcony, or go for a walk through the gardens. Dine in the elegant Elenore’s Restaurant, and enjoy breakfast in the casual Sweetwater Café. This location is also a wedding venue, so if you’re engaged (or about to be), a stay at Chateau Yering can double as important research. Prices start at $239 per night. See more here.
42 Melba Hwy, Yering VIC 3770
Peninsula Hot Springs
Located just 90 minutes away from Melbourne, Peninsula Hot Springs is a popular place for relaxing weekend getaways and day trips. And with over 70 bathing and wellness experiences to choose from, there’s lots to do! Stay a little longer, and go glamping at the hot springs.
Check in at 2pm and enjoy a day of total bliss with on-site bathing. Indulge in a spa treatment, and find something delicious to eat. Then, retreat into a premium glamping tent filled with a king bed, private deck, en suite bathroom and private amenities. You can enjoy moonlit bathing until 2am. After a deep sleep, wake up to the sound of birds and enjoy a delicious breakfast for two. There’s a range of different glamping packages available, starting at $599 a night. Find out more here.
You can also stay in one of the Eco Lodges. These rooms feature their own hot spring or outdoor mineral bath, so you can enjoy private bathing. Rooms start at $799 a night.
If you’re looking for romantic getaways, and you’d prefer to go further out in Victoria, glamping is also available at Metung Hot Springs, their sister site in Gippsland.
140 Springs Ln, Fingal VIC 3939
Jackalope Hotel
For your next romantic getaway, escape to the indulgent surrounds of Jackalope Hotel. Nestled within Mornington Peninsula, this stunning venue has hatted restaurants, a cocktail bar, a spa and a variety of stunning art pieces scattered around the property. There’s a few different rooms for you to stay in overnight, such as a terrace room, a vineyard room and a lair suite. During your stay, enjoy comfy facilities like a plush king bed and double rain shower. Stays are from $642 a night. More info here.
166 Balnarring Rd, Merricks North VIC 3926
Bubble Retreats
Sleep under the stars, cocooned in your own transparent bubble, at Bubble Retreats. Located on a hill over Wilsons Prom, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the starry canopy above and the unfolding landscape below. This unique experience is perfect for romantic getaways in Victoria, and the bubble has a four poster bed, ensuite bathroom, telescope for stargazing and an outdoor barbeque. For a bit more nature, wander down the hill, relax in the picnic area and check out a nearby waterfall. There’s two bubbles available, and this experience starts from $795 a night, plus Airbnb’s service and cleaning fees. Learn more here.
Agnes, VIC 3962
Chocolate Gannets
Treat yourself to a delightful stay at Chocolate Gannets on the Great Ocean Road. Located in Apollo Bay, you can choose between their Beachfront Villas or Luxury Villas. As you can guess from the name, the Beachfront Villas look straight out to the ocean. Sit out on the deck and keep an eye out for whales, dolphins and seals. Meanwhile, the Luxury Villas offer partial views of the ocean and are surrounded by native trees. Receive a bottle of wine and some chocolates on arrival, then soak in the magnificent spa bath. In the morning, graze on a complimentary breakfast hamper. Prices start from $1100 for two nights. More info here.
6180 Great Ocean Rd, Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Clifftop at Hepburn
There’s a whole range of enchanting villas for you to choose from at Clifftop at Hepburn. Located in Hepburn Springs and the surrounding areas, these villas are filled with dreamy views and comforting amenities like suspended day beds, stone baths, fireplaces and more. And with so many romantic options to choose from, you can come back for more getaways in the future. Prices vary with each location. See more here.
Hepburn Springs, VIC 3461
Linden Gardens Rainforest Retreat
There’s four different venues to try if you stay at Linden Gardens Rainforest Retreat. Nestled in the Dandenong Ranges, you can hide away from the world in a suite, a cottage, a two-level space or a three-level tower. Each space includes a lovely spa bath and complimentary breakfast. Add rose petals, a tasty platter or a massage for an extra touch of indulgence. Bookings start at $290 a night. More info here.
📍1383 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Mount Dandenong VIC 3767
Kangaroo Ridge Retreat
Hop over to Healesville and unwind in a secluded escape for two at Kangaroo Ridge Retreat. Take in panoramic views of the valley and mountains, and enjoy the best of the Yarra Valley with a curated pantry stocked with locally-sourced snacks for grazing and a curated selection of wine, beer, ciders and spirits. Unwind in the spa bath and use some DIY spa treatments. You can also enhance your stay with some awesome upgrades, like arriving via helicopter or enjoying a couples massage. Stays start at $825 a night. See more here.
📍38 Turners Ln, Healesville VIC 3777
Lon Retreat & Spa
Slow down and enjoy a blissful stay at Lon Retreat & Spa. There’s seven luxury suites to choose from, and you can enjoy lovely facilities like a fireplace, a rain shower, a stone bath fed with mineral water and more. Hold hands and stretch your legs together on a walking trail, or stay indoors and order a grazing platter, a home-baked cake or a sharing seasonal meal for two. Pre-order some native flowers for your arrival, and relax with a visit to the spa. See more here.
📍25 Gill Rd, Point Lonsdale VIC 3225
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate
Stay among vineyards with a stay in one of the Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate. There’s three standalone villas for you to choose from, and all of them extend over a lake. Sip on a cup of tea on the balcony and listen out for the sounds of twittering birds. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting session for two, and get cosy by the fireplace or in the spa bath. There’s also a breakfast hamper for you to try on your first morning. Add on other experiences like an in-room massage, a picnic box or a visit to other locations around Mornington Peninsula. Bookings start from $550 a night. Learn more here.
📍25 Harrisons Rd, Dromana VIC 3936
The Pole House
When driving along the Great Ocean Road, it’s hard to miss the iconic Pole House. Suspended 40 metres above Fairhaven Beach, this architectural marvel is the most photographed house on the Great Ocean Road. For your next romantic getaway, tick something off the bucket list and stay in this luxurious, suspended home. Inside, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the spectacular coastline. There’s also a comfy queen bed and a suspended fireplace to keep you cosy. The Pole House costs $1300 a night, so it’s best to save this one for something like a milestone anniversary. See more here.
60 Banool Rd, Fairhaven VIC 3231
Five Acres
For a touch of luxury on Phillip Island, stay among the rolling farmland of Five Acres. This coastal retreat has three cabins for you to choose from, and they’re all decked out with elegant touches. Take in sweeping views of the ocean, and sink into the outdoor concrete bath. Explore the island or the micro-farm, or stay indoors and relax by the fireplace with a grazing platter. Stays start at $670 a night. More info here.
📍46 Mchaffies Ln, Ventnor VIC 3922
187 Merrijig
Escape to the High Country, and stay on a 100 acre property at 187 Merrijig. Designed for adults only, it’s great for romantic getaways in Victoria. Take in views of the Delatite River Valley, go for a stroll and encounter kangaroos, feed alpacas and a miniature donkey, swim in the seasonally heated pool and more. Located at the foot of Mount Buller, you’ll find plenty of spectacular views. There’s two suites to choose from. They both include a king sized bed, private outdoor terrace, rain shower, free standing bath and more. Upgrade to their breakfast package for a Mediterranean-style grazing breakfast in the morning. This escape in the High Country starts from $575 a night. Learn more here.
187 McCormacks Rd, Merrijig VIC 3723