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Geothermal bathing is the perfect antidote to a cold winter’s day. Soak in over 25 hot springs, naturally heated from the underground aquifer 550 meters below the surface to a warming 37-43 degrees. Guests arriving after 6.00pm will be treated to a complimentary glass of mulled wine by the firepit (weather permitting). Our restaurant Thyme is open all day, from 7.30am until 10.00pm and serves locally-sourced,…

Alba’s pristine springs and extra quiet midweek atmosphere are exactly what you need to unwind. Take your time.  Start the day right with a nourishing one course breakfast and choice of beverage in our restaurant Thyme, followed by a soak in the hot springs from $100pp. WEEKDAY WELLBEING Did you know that every Monday to Friday, guests visiting Alba for…

A special thank you. We would like to invite essential service workers to visit Monday to Friday with 20% off geothermal bathing. It’s our way of shining a light on the quiet dedication and hours spent supporting communities. This unique offer falls on days where Alba is naturally quieter, with fewer guests and more time to unwind. It’s a slower…

WIN UNLIMITED BATHING FOR MUM As we approach Mother’s Day on 10 May, we recognise that every special woman deserves a day of pure tranquillity. Book a 90 minute or longer spa treatment for her during May and go into the draw to win a Springs Club membership. The Springs Club is our annual membership offering unlimited geothermal bathing, special upgrades, and more. To explore our…

This May and June, Alba has created two considered retreats to add to our calendar. Our Peninsula Retreat suits those seeking something a little more active, or for food & wine lovers, join us for our Wine and Wellness Retreat. PENINSULA RETREAT Sunday 31 May and Monday 1 June 2026 Embrace the natural beauty of the Peninsula and the healing powers of…

Avoid the heat of the day with an evening soak in our pools. Settle in to watch the sun set over the Mornington Peninsula from our stunning pool, The Falls or enjoy the cool temperature in The Seasons. The Bight is perfect for an invigorating plunge on a warmer night. Open until 10.00pm. FOR NIGHT OWLS Arrive after 5.30pm and…

Star bathing, social escapes and sensory joy at Alba. With the new year almost upon us, we reflect on the wellness trends and bespoke experiences we’ll be craving for 2026. Recent industry reports and travel tastemakers highlight that wellness in 2026 takes many forms, often rooted in social and immersive experiences, reinforcing what we’ve long believed. Here’s our take on…

Embrace the natural beauty of the Peninsula and the healing powers of water and nature with this two day wellness retreat. Join us on Sunday 16 November – Monday 17 November at Alba Thermal Springs & Spa, Fingal, Mornington Peninsula.  Alba is a place of tranquillity and relaxation. All activities are optional. We are supported in this retreat by our partner Wild…

Embrace the natural process of growing older, whilst maintaining physical and mental wellbeing. Join us for  a day retreat focussed on nutrition, fitness, skincare, relaxation techniques and stress management. THE DETAILS Monday 18 August Alba Thermal Springs & Spa, Fingal, Mornington Peninsula $395 per person THE ITINERARY 9:30am     Welcome and refreshments 10:00am   Nutrition with Cherelle Almarker 11:00am   Fitness with Peter…

As the cooler months arrive, Alba’s onsite restaurant, Thyme, is now serving up fresh new autumnal delights across its seasonal menu. Created by award winning chef Karen Martini, the latest fresh and flavour-driven dishes on Thyme’s lunch and dinner menus include: Alba’s elevated take on prawn toast, featuring succulent tiger prawns, prawn mayonnaise, shiso, finger lime and a bright yuzu-lime dressing An…

This May and June, Alba has created two considered retreats to add to our calendar. Our Peninsula Retreat suits those seeking something a little more active, or for food & wine lovers, join us for our Wine and Wellness Retreat. PENINSULA RETREAT Sunday 31 May and Monday 1 June 2026 Embrace the natural beauty of the Peninsula and the healing powers of…

We welcome the warmer weather and the launch of a new spring menu full of fresh and flavoursome dishes. Glazed beef short rib with shoyu, sour tamarind date chilli sauce and local mushrooms, and Sichuan ‘Bolognese’ with spiced pork, shiitake and house rye udon, join the menu alongside Alba favourites like the crumbed fish sandwich with iceberg, cos lettuce and nori tartare. Sweet tooth? Try the delicious white lamington with pandan and lime,…

Thyme is warming up with the cooler weather this autumn. Joining house favourites such as the Alba red rice bowl and signature Karen Martini fish sandwich are some exciting new seasonal dishes. Indulge in burrata with persimmon, roasted grapes, vincotto, black garlic dressing, coriander and hazelnut oil, or scallop and prawn wontons served with golden chicken broth, toasted sesame, crustacean…

Nothing says Australian Christmas like a pavlova covered in summer fruits. Serves: 8 Ingredients: Pavlova 240gm egg whites, at room temperature 420gm icing sugar, well sifted, or blitzed in a food processor 4 ½ tbsp cornflour (cornstarch) 1 ½ tsp cream of tartar 1 tbsp white vinegar Whipped cream to fill pavlova 350ml thickened (whipping) cream, chilled 3 tbsp pure…

Make time for stillness. Spend the day bathing in Alba’s restorative geothermal springs, then relax with high tea at Thyme. Available on the last Sunday of the month, Thyme’s high tea serves up an array of delicious treats. Choose from savoury bites such as Blini with crème fraiche, trout gravlax, and caviar; Brioche toast, chicken liver parfait with mirin jelly;…

Everything from produce to pottery we try to source locally, so you can enjoy a unique and quintessentially Peninsula experience. The Peninsula is blessed with an abundance of fantastic local ingredients and inspirational producers. Take family-owned Cape Schanck Olive Estate who is supplying our restaurant Thyme with vegetables and herbs from its market garden. Other ingredients such as berries and…

There is plenty to be excited about this spring. Why not celebrate the longer evenings in our sunset pool – Eve – followed by dinner at Thyme? Or alternatively, start your day with breakfast and bathing. Come in and try some of our favourites. Green Good Morning Smoothie packed with vitamin-rich ingredients. Skull Island prawn toast with avocado and a tangy yuzu dressing. The delicious Karen Martini…

Drive between winding country roads and the most scenic coastal vistas here on the Mornington Peninsula.

Spoilt for choice, the peninsula region boasts countless walking tracks.

Perfect your golf handicap at one of the many beautiful golf courses on the Mornington Peninsula.

Enjoy the calm waters of the bay or try a surf break along one of the back beaches.

With today marking Earth Day, we’re taking a moment to reflect on Alba’s journey so far, and the meaningful actions we take every day to care for the environment around us. Our thriving native gardens Alba’s native gardens are flourishing. Since opening, we’ve planted over 3,000 local grasses, trees, sedges, lilies and more. Our long-term vision continues to be regenerating…

WIN UNLIMITED BATHING FOR MUM As we approach Mother’s Day on 10 May, we recognise that every special woman deserves a day of pure tranquillity. Book a 90 minute or longer spa treatment for her during May and go into the draw to win a Springs Club membership. The Springs Club is our annual membership offering unlimited geothermal bathing, special upgrades, and more. To explore our…

As we approach Mother’s Day on 10 May, we recognise that every special woman deserves a day of pure tranquillity. Read on to discover Alba’s Mother’s Day offerings, warmly open to mothers, mother figures, those tenderly remembering loved ones, and those hoping to become mothers. UNINTERRUPTED BLISS IN THE SPA We understand how rare it is to truly carve out…

As the cooler months arrive, Alba’s onsite restaurant, Thyme, is now serving up fresh new autumnal delights across its seasonal menu. Created by award winning chef Karen Martini, the latest fresh and flavour-driven dishes on Thyme’s lunch and dinner menus include: Alba’s elevated take on prawn toast, featuring succulent tiger prawns, prawn mayonnaise, shiso, finger lime and a bright yuzu-lime dressing An…

This May and June, Alba has created two considered retreats to add to our calendar. Our Peninsula Retreat suits those seeking something a little more active, or for food & wine lovers, join us for our Wine and Wellness Retreat. PENINSULA RETREAT Sunday 31 May and Monday 1 June 2026 Embrace the natural beauty of the Peninsula and the healing powers of…

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s achievements, the strength of female community, and the importance of wellness – values Alba proudly upholds every day. As we celebrate female visionaries shaping the sensory experiences every woman deserves, this special newsletter introduces a Q&A with Kate Walker, founder and creative director of Kate Walker Design. Known for her thoughtful,…

Considering some time out? Explore Alba’s newest ways to unwind and indulge. From our beautiful new pools on The Ridge, shady cabanas to escape the heat or delicious gourmet picnic around the springs, read on to plan your perfect visit. EXPLORE THE RIDGE Located on the easterly slope of the property, The Ridge features three new geothermal pools nestled within thoughtfully…

PICNIC THYME FOR TWO Enjoy a soak in the springs and a picnic by the pools with someone special. The package includes a picnic rug and hamper filled with delicious goodies including cheese, olives, smoked trout, crudités with pistachio dip, seasonal fruit and more, plus a bottle of local Peninsula wine, coupled with all day access to our 25 contemporary…

This February, treat your valentine to a night at The Sanctuary – Alba’s luxury villa accommodation. Book our With Love package and enjoy Ten Minutes by Tractor Vintage Cuvee, a box of Cacao chocolates, a 60 minute Alba Artisan couples massage, and a picnic in a reserved space by the springs. This is in addition to the usual room inclusions such as access to the hot springs…

Evening bathing in the hot thermal springs is one way to keep warm this winter. Guests arriving after 6.00pm will be treated to a complimentary glass of mulled wine by the firepit (weather permitting) from now until 31 July. WORLD BATHING DAY There is no better place to celebrate World Bathing Day, 22 June, than the Mornington Peninsula, home to three…

Evening bathing in the hot thermal springs is one way to warm yourself up this winter. From today, guests arriving after 6.00pm will be offered a complimentary glass of mulled wine by the firepit (weather permitting). Our restaurant Thyme is open until 10.00pm (last seating 9.00pm) and serves locally-sourced, seasonal produce alongside local cold-pressed juices and a wine list highlighting the…

Alba’s pristine springs and extra quiet midweek atmosphere are exactly what you need to unwind. Take your time.  Start the day right with a nourishing one course breakfast and choice of beverage in our restaurant Thyme, followed by a soak in the hot springs from $100pp. WEEKDAY WELLBEING Did you know that every Monday to Friday, guests visiting Alba for…

A special thank you. We would like to invite essential service workers to visit Monday to Friday with 20% off geothermal bathing. It’s our way of shining a light on the quiet dedication and hours spent supporting communities. This unique offer falls on days where Alba is naturally quieter, with fewer guests and more time to unwind. It’s a slower…

Every special woman deserves to be spoilt for choice this Sunday. Give mum, or that special someone, the gift of wellness this Mother’s Day with an Alba gift card. Our gift cards are valid for three years and can be redeemed across our property including The Sanctuary, spa, springs, boutique and restaurant. Gift cards can be purchased online or at our on-site boutique. WIN 12…

WIN UNLIMITED BATHING FOR MUM As we approach Mother’s Day on 10 May, we recognise that every special woman deserves a day of pure tranquillity. Book a 90 minute or longer spa treatment for her during May and go into the draw to win a Springs Club membership. The Springs Club is our annual membership offering unlimited geothermal bathing, special upgrades, and more. To explore our…

As we approach Mother’s Day on 10 May, we recognise that every special woman deserves a day of pure tranquillity. Read on to discover Alba’s Mother’s Day offerings, warmly open to mothers, mother figures, those tenderly remembering loved ones, and those hoping to become mothers. UNINTERRUPTED BLISS IN THE SPA We understand how rare it is to truly carve out…

Tucked away on the Mornington Peninsula, just over an hour from Melbourne, Alba Thermal Springs & Spa offers something increasingly rare – a setting that feels undiscovered. REIMAGINE YOUR NEXT CORPORATE EVENT Alba provides an exceptional venue for corporate events, celebrations, team activities and product launches. Our attentive service and premium facilities guarantee a unique experience for your guests. REIMAGINE…

As the cooler months arrive, Alba’s onsite restaurant, Thyme, is now serving up fresh new autumnal delights across its seasonal menu. Created by award winning chef Karen Martini, the latest fresh and flavour-driven dishes on Thyme’s lunch and dinner menus include: Alba’s elevated take on prawn toast, featuring succulent tiger prawns, prawn mayonnaise, shiso, finger lime and a bright yuzu-lime dressing An…