From run clubs to ice baths, breathwork to ultra-luxe saunas, the wellness boom has well and truly taken hold. And it's not just in Perth. More and more wellness hot spots (see: MEND) have popped up throughout WA's South West/Wadandi Boodjar that'll go down oh-so well with the wining and dining on offer. After all, we're all about balance here at Urban List.
Whether you're craving the ultimate escape of a meditation retreat, a heart-pumping workout or a relaxing massage, these next-level wellness destinations in the Margaret River region will sort you out.
For The Body
Sometimes, we just need to give our bodies a bit of love. That might look like relaxation, or it might look like getting the blood pumping and muscles moving. We've got all your bases covered here.
MEND
Margaret River
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If you're obsessed with Ember Bathhouse in Perth, you'll wanna take note of the newest opening in Margaret River, MEND. The stunning new addition provides locals and visitors with a multi-wellness space, including Finnish and infrared saunas, plus, a hot plunge pool and ice bath. It's all set within a stylish space filled with earthy and neutral tones, cedar-type aromatics and a zen aesthetic—creating the perfect cave of calm.
Book a group or private session utilising the sauna, magnesium salt hot plunge and ice bath for 90 minutes, and for the ultimate reset, follow it up with an Intuitive Myofascial massage from Samanmali or a holistic therapy from Sonya. Open seven days a week from early until late, you’ll wish you lived in Margaret River to have this spot on your doorstep.
Margaret River Massage
Margaret River
You’ve done the moving and need someone else to look after the aches and pains? The uber professional ladies at Margaret River Massage provide a range of different services, from ouchy remedial massage through to pure relaxation. There’s also an infrared sauna on-site if you’d like to add some heat.
Bodhi Yallingup
Yallingup
On the northern end of the capes, Bodhi Yallingup is a dreamy destination day spa that is as beautiful as it is functional. With multi-treatment rooms, spa bath, sauna and lounge, it’s ideal for solos and couples who want to spend a day fully immersed in pampering. Combine a facial and massage for head-to-toe care.
Injidup Spa Retreat
Wilyabrup
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Injidup Spa Retreat wins the gong for the spa with the best views—you can’t get closer to the ocean. Massage, facial or infrared sauna, and stay overnight in a villa to take things to the next level.
Empire Spa Retreat
Yallingup
Empire Spa Retreat is another beloved luxury stay in the Dunsborough vicinity. Ultra-stylish rooms are complimented by state-of-the-art spa facilities offering massage and facial treatments.
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The Core Collective
Margaret River
Mikku at The Core Collective offers dance class terms, drop-in workshops, and classes. You can also book a private class if travelling with a group. Girls-only trip with a Beyonce dance routine? Yes, please.
Studio Down South
Margaret River
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For those keen to move in a slightly slower and stretchier manner, the Studio Down South is tucked behind the town and provides drop-in Pilates, barre and fitness classes in their calm and pared-back surroundings.
Swell Yoga Studio
Margaret River
Swell Yoga Studio is one of the most popular yoga schools in the region, and it’s easy to see why. Plenty of classes, a spacious barn-like venue and skilled teachers offer a wide range of classes over the course of the week.
Gnarabup Yoga Studio
Gnarabup
Gnarabup Yoga Studio is ideal for those who like to stay as close to the coast as possible and get their flex on.
Skuhlpt
Margaret River
Skuhlpt has positioned itself as a pilates provider with a luxe touch, and the studio is a real stunner. Their reformer classes pack a real punch too, with a mix of relaxing flow and stretch sessions and heart-thumping strength and jump board classes.
Alchemy Saunas
Busselton
Take a refreshing dip in the waters by the Busselton Jetty, followed by a heat session at Alchemy Saunas’ newest location—right on the beach.
Kaarnasauna
Margaret River
Kaarnasauna is a mobile wood-burning sauna that can be set up wherever you are based. Founded by a Finnish/German couple with Euro sauna culture in their blood, they know exactly what they are doing.
Tama Wellness
Dunsborough
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Dunsborough sauna fans can pop into Tama Wellness. Their private saunas come with in-sauna entertainment so you can even binge Netflix while sweating out yesterday's wine tastings. You can also book in for a massage, cold plunge or facial here too.
Crossfit Margaret River
Margaret River
There are plenty of classes that travellers can drop into while on holiday. Like to weights or take fitness classes? Visit the super friendly crew at Crossfit Margaret River in Margaret River to get a workout in and get endorphins pumping.
For The Skin
Many of the above spas bestow beautiful massages and facials, but a couple of skincare providers in the region make skincare their life mission.
Eden Aesthetics
Margaret River
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Eden Aesthetics has grown its practice due to unprecedented demand since Dr Sarah opened the doors in 2018. Skin treatments, injectables and more are offered in a serene and spacious location on the main street.
Meraki
Margaret River
Meraki is nestled on 8 acres in Margaret River, and Janelle and Kate are magicians when it comes to skincare. You need to book well in advance but leave with an outer and inner glow
For The Soul
Meditation, nature and gentle, feel-good movement, these soul-soothing activities feel like a breath of fresh air. Basically, the perfect remedy for too much screen time and never-ending deadlines.
Fair Harvest
Margaret River
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For those who like guidance or are after healing or mindfulness, keep an eye on Fair Harvest’s schedule, where yoga classes and mindful retreats are often held.
Tig-Le House
Margaret River
Dharma teacher Genyen/Upāsaka Ian Hackett of Tig-Le House facilitates mindfulness retreats and classes inspired by the Universalist Buddhist Dharma tradition.
Margaret River Mountain Bike Tours
Margaret River
Get out in nature on one of the many hikes or sandy beaches for forest bathing and a low-cost, high-impact wellness exercise. If two wheels are more your thing than two feet, Margaret River Mountain Bike Tours will take you out amongst the canopy of the region’s trails.
Untamed Escapes
Margaret River
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Untamed Escapes hosts a 3-day Margaret River retreat from November through to April, which includes yoga, hiking, cooking classes, wine tasting and more.
Hairy Marron
Margaret River
Hire a bike from the Hairy Marron and find your way along the region’s trails, kicking off from Rotary Park in the centre of town.
Edgewalkers
Margaret River
Edgewalkers offer a range of Margaret River-based retreats, combining hiking and creativity—whether your jam is writing, drawing or culinary.
Amber Houbara
Margaret River
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Amber Houbara provides bespoke retreats, nourishing yoga sessions and Biodynamic craniosacral therapy and massage. She also offers gentle Anapanasati silent retreats at Fair Harvest.
Uniquely Balanced
Margaret River
Uniquely Balanced is just off Caves Road near Margaret River and offers sound healing and energetic therapies.
Premalaya
Yallingup
Premalaya is based in Yallingup and has plenty for the soul, spirit, body and mind. Stay on-site, or drop in for yoga or a holistic or Ayurvedic treatment.
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