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Escape to the Mornington Peninsula for a night and enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and wine appreciation. Start with geothermal bathing on The Ridge before a private transfer to Ten Minutes by Tractor for a wine tasting and 3-course Prix Fixe lunch with paired wines in Petit Tractuer. You will be driven back to Alba for rest and relaxation…

Celebrate this festive season with your family, friends and colleagues by enjoying a soak in our geothermal pools and a delicious meal in our restaurant, Thyme. Alba provides the perfect backdrop to connect, unwind and take a moment to celebrate together. Our Thyme to Celebrate package is $120 per person and includes: All day access to 22 contemporary geothermal pools, sauna and steam room One course…

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…

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s achievements and prioritise our well-being. This year, we invite you to experience the transformative power of mindful relaxation, connection and community. As we come together to mark this important day, we reflect on the progress made towards gender equality and the importance of supporting each other in our personal and professional journeys.

We are very pleased to support women-owned businesses on the Mornington Peninsula. Meet some of the local women who contribute to the Alba experience. Kate Bowman, Ceramicist and Co-owner of creative arts hub Stoker Studio Kate’s work explores the relationship between bold geometric shapes and organic forms to create pieces with a mid-century feel. Using a combination of contrasting clays…

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.

Escape to the Mornington Peninsula for a night and enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and wine appreciation. Start with geothermal bathing on The Ridge before a private transfer to Ten Minutes by Tractor for a wine tasting and 3-course Prix Fixe lunch with paired wines in Petit Tractuer. You will be driven back to Alba for rest and relaxation…

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…

Take a moment to keep cool and relax these holidays. Soak up the summer vibes in the pools, then enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at our restaurant Thyme. Our Summer Thyme package is $100 per person and includes: All day access to 25 pools, sauna and steam room One course a la carte lunch or dinner at Thyme Use of a locker, towel and robe This special offer…

Alba isn’t just for the cooler months. This summer, we’re inviting you to switch up your routine and experience the restorative benefits of geothermal bathing at sunrise or sunset. Did you know we’re open from 7.00am – 10.00pm? Why not start your day with a peaceful morning soak after breakfast, or linger into the evening for golden hour bathing, sunset…

Alba is embracing the magic of the season with a lucky locker prize every day until Christmas Eve. Each day, one lucky guest will open their locker to discover a hand-painted bauble, revealing a special gift. Designed to bring joy, our prizes include show-stopping gifts like our most exquisite spa ritual The Jewel, and a stay in Alba’s coveted and beautifully designed private villa accommodation, The Sanctuary. Signature Alba favourites…

Alba is embracing the magic of the season with a lucky locker prize every day until Christmas Eve. Each day, one lucky guest will open their locker to discover a hand-painted bauble, revealing a special gift. Designed to bring joy, our prizes include show-stopping gifts like our most exquisite spa ritual The Jewel, and a stay in Alba’s coveted and beautifully designed private villa accommodation, The Sanctuary. Signature Alba favourites…

From a stay at The Sanctuary to champagne and caviar, a special prize will be placed in one locker each day until Christmas. Alba is embracing the magic of the season with a lucky locker prize each day from 1 December until Christmas Eve. Each day, one lucky guest will open their locker to discover a hand-painted bauble, revealing a special gift….

Give the gift of choice this festive season with an Alba gift card. Our gift cards can be used to enjoy bathing in over 30 contemporary geothermal pools, a range of luxurious spa treatments, dining at our restaurant Thyme or an indulgent stay at The Sanctuary. Give the gift of unlimited bathing with The Springs Club, Alba’s annual membership. This…

Celebrate this festive season with your family, friends and colleagues by enjoying a soak in our geothermal pools and a delicious meal in our restaurant, Thyme. Alba provides the perfect backdrop to connect, unwind and take a moment to celebrate together. Our Thyme to Celebrate package is $120 per person and includes: All day access to 22 contemporary geothermal pools, sauna and steam room One course…

Escape to the Mornington Peninsula for a night and enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and wine appreciation. Start with geothermal bathing on The Ridge before a private transfer to Ten Minutes by Tractor for a wine tasting and 3-course Prix Fixe lunch with paired wines in Petit Tractuer. You will be driven back to Alba for rest and relaxation…

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…

Take a moment to keep cool and relax these holidays. Soak up the summer vibes in the pools, then enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at our restaurant Thyme. Our Summer Thyme package is $100 per person and includes: All day access to 25 pools, sauna and steam room One course a la carte lunch or dinner at Thyme Use of a locker, towel and robe This special offer…

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…

Alba isn’t just for the cooler months. This summer, we’re inviting you to switch up your routine and experience the restorative benefits of geothermal bathing at sunrise or sunset. Did you know we’re open from 7.00am – 10.00pm? Why not start your day with a peaceful morning soak after breakfast, or linger into the evening for golden hour bathing, sunset…