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Give someone the gift of doing absolutely nothing, beautifully. Our luxury escapes package five-star stays, fine dining and quiet mountain or coastal views into a getaway they'll want to talk about for months. Think plush robes, something cold in a glass and a view worth staring at over breakfast. Whether you're planning valentine's day, an anniversary or an ordinary Tuesday that deserves an extraordinary reply, a luxury getaway says more than a card ever could. Browse retreats from the Hunter Valley to Kangaroo Island and find the one that fits.
If you've always wanted to spoil yourself or someone special with a getaway that feels like living like royalty for a few days, this is it. It's the perfect way to step off the daily treadmill and spend time relaxing, exploring or simply doing nothing at all. Our luxury holidays span the country, from hinterland hideaways to coastal cabins and everything in between.
Luxury escapes also make a genuinely memorable gift. Whether it's a birthday, Christmas, anniversary or Valentine's Day, a well-deserved luxury holiday for two says a lot more than another parcel to unwrap. These packages suit a 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th or 60th birthday just as well as a Mother's Day or Father's Day surprise, whether you're gifting for a man or a woman in your life.
What types of escapes does RedBalloon offer?
The range runs wide. Five-star hotels, private villas, off-grid eco cabins, hidden cottages and countryside estates all sit under the one roof, alongside plenty of lavish glamping domes that swap four walls for a view of the stars without giving up the bathrobe.
Luxury Escapes around Australia
Here's where our storymakers are booking in right now, state by state.
NSW luxury escapes
New South Wales does luxury getaways properly, from the Hunter Valley's rolling vineyards to Sydney's coastline and the Southern Highlands beyond. For a wine country escape, the 2 Night Hunter Valley Getaway with Wine Tasting pairs two nights away with a guided tasting through the region's best cellar doors. Feeling nostalgic for a hot air balloon at sunrise over the vines? Add on a Hunter Valley hot air ballooning flight to make the weekend complete.
Further south at Kiama, the 2 Night Weekend Luxury Dome Stay & Wellness Package trades hotel walls for a glass dome overlooking the coast, with a wellness session built in. Explore the rest of what's on offer across NSW getaways.
Victoria luxury escapes
Melbourne's grand old hotels are hard to go past for a luxury weekend getaway. The Hotel Windsor Getaway with Breakfast puts you up at one of the city's most iconic addresses, with a full buffet breakfast for two included. See the full range of Victoria getaways for more.
Queensland luxury escapes
From hinterland treehouses to the Great Barrier Reef itself, Queensland has a luxury retreat for every mood. Deep in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, the 2 Night Mount Glorious Bowerbird Cottage Stay is tucked into rainforest for two nights of proper quiet. For something more ambitious, the All Inclusive Reefbed Premium Stay puts you on the Great Barrier Reef itself, snorkelling included. A scenic flight over the reef beforehand isn't a bad way to build the anticipation. Browse the rest of our Queensland getaways.
South Australia luxury escapes
Kangaroo Island is one of the country's better-kept luxury secrets. The Overnight Luxury Kangaroo Island Stay with Wine pairs a night away with a bottle to enjoy once you've settled in. Head north to Clare Valley for the 2 Night Estate Stay with Wine Tasting, a rare option built for groups of up to ten rather than just a couple. See more across South Australia getaways.
Tasmania and Western Australia luxury escapes
On Tasmania's east coast, the 3 Night Rockpool Resort Stay settles you in for three nights with breakfast and a bottle included. Over in Western Australia's south, the 2 Night, 2 Bedroom Denmark Off Grid Cabin Getaway suits a couple bringing another pair along, off the grid but not off the comfort scale. Explore more in Tasmania and Western Australia.
Once your escape is booked, round out the trip with a day spa package, a romantic dinner or a spot of wine tasting nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are luxury escapes?
A luxury escape is a premium overnight or weekend package that bundles high-end accommodation with extras like dining, wine or spa treatments, so the whole stay is sorted before you even arrive. They're built for slowing down rather than ticking off a checklist.
What are the best destinations for luxury escapes in Australia?
Wine regions and coastlines tend to lead the pack. The Hunter Valley and Tweed Valley in NSW, the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, and Kangaroo Island and Clare Valley in South Australia are consistently popular. In the Tweed Valley, the 2 Night Rainforest Retreat with Breakfast and Wine at Crystal Creek is a good example, tucked into the rainforest with breakfast delivered to your door each morning.
Are luxury retreats worth it compared to luxury hotels?
It depends what you're after. A hotel gives you a room. A retreat usually gives you the room plus the meals, the wine, the spa credit and the setting, all planned out as one package rather than a series of separate bookings. The 2 Night Estate Stay with Wine Tasting in Clare Valley is a good case in point, built around the tasting experience rather than just the bed.
How much do luxury escapes and getaways typically cost?
Pricing varies by location, length of stay and what's included, from a one-night escape to a multi-night stay with dining and spa treatments built in. Each RedBalloon escape lists its full inclusions on the product page so you can see exactly what you're getting before you book.
When is the best time to book a luxury getaway?
Book a few weeks ahead if you have a specific weekend or date in mind, as popular escapes and peak periods like long weekends fill up fast. If you're gifting a voucher rather than a fixed date, RedBalloon vouchers stay valid for years, so the recipient can pick their own timing.
What amenities should you expect at a luxury retreat?
Think spa treatments, fine dining, premium bedding, private bathrooms and often a pool or wellness facility. The Overnight Dinner and Spa Package at Mansion Hotel and Spa in Melbourne covers most of this in one night, with a two-course dinner, breakfast and a spa treatment each.
How do you choose the right luxury escape for your needs?
Start with the setting you're drawn to, whether that's wine country, coast or rainforest, then check what's actually included. Some retreats lean into dining and wine, like Villa Alaia: 2-Night Luxury Spa Stay with Wine in the Hunter Valley, while others lean into wellness or seclusion. Matching the inclusions to what the recipient will actually use is the difference between a nice stay and a memorable one.
Other Getaway Experiences
Luxury escapes sit alongside a wider range of getaways on RedBalloon. If romance is the focus, our romantic getaways are designed with couples in mind. For something more rustic, try our country getaways or glamping and camping packages. City lovers should look at city escapes, while beach fans will want our coastal and beach getaways. Short on time? Our weekend getaways are built for quick escapes, and our spa and wellness retreats are perfect if relaxation is the whole point. See the full collection on our getaways page.