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Mornington Peninsula

Nihi Sumba in Indonesia stables native horses.

The world’s 10 best places to relax and rejuvenate in 2025

Go on an inner journey to these locations lauded for restfulness, harmony and peace.

  • Traveller Team
Alba Thermal Springs & Spa.

Can only get two days away? Here are the best spots for a short break

Two days can seem like a lot more if you escape to a wellness retreat, or combine good food and wine with time in nature.

This is one of many pools spread across the grounds of Alba Thermal Springs & Spa, including geothermal ones and cold-water plunge pools.

Popular Melbourne hot springs transforms from day spa to stay spa

First look at the new accommodation offering at Alba Thermal Springs on the Mornington Peninsula.

  • Jane Reddy
Retro vibes at The keith.

Rescued from decay, motel is now a prime Melbourne beach escape

The Keith accommodates all comers, with a prime location for beach, winery-packed getaways in the Mornington Peninsula.

  • Belinda Jackson
Eco Lodge suites have the added bonus of private pools.

Victoria’s hot springs mecca launches three luxury eco lodges

At Peninsula Hot Springs there’s a new premium accommodation experience far from the crowds, and it comes with private soaking pools.

  • Julietta Jameson
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The Mornington Peninsula’s very western tip.

The end point of the Mornington Peninsula is both beautiful and creepy

For first-time campers, Point Nepean Discovery Tents, on raised timber platforms with camp stretchers, provide a soft introduction to camping.

  • Catherine Best
Alba is a restorative thermal springs of Brutalist beauty.

What to expect at Alba Thermal Springs and Spa, Mornington Peninsula

If there is one thing better than diving into a restorative thermal spring, it is diving into a Karen Martini poke bowl.

  • Paul Chai
Sorrento's 1875 Continental Hotel building is a commanding landmark central to the town's character and life.

Intercontinental Mornington Peninsula Sorrento review, Victoria: Iconic pub's hotel transformation

A revamp of this much-loved landmark building has won over locals.

  • Julietta Jameson
There are five courses plus a few smart little appetisers.

Ten Minutes by Tractor, Mornington Peninsula: The lunch that keeps on giving

This Mornington stalwart has kept up the tradition and refined the idea of the long lunch.

  • Ben Groundwater
There's a fireplace, and that plunge pool, which heats up to a perfect temperature for an evening dip.

Cassis Mornington review: Luxury amongst the vines in an unbeatable spot

A luxurious mix of rustic and modern in an incredible location.

  • Ben Groundwater