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Elysia Wellness Retreat

3.5 star property
Adults-only hotel with spa services and 24-hour front desk

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$336
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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165 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, NSW, 2320
  • Place, Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Roche Estate
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Valley View Suite - Taste of Elysia Package - Spa Credit, Wellness Class

Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Valley View Suite - Taste of Elysia Package - Spa Credit, Wellness Class

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

Balcony view

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Deep-soaking bath
  • 88 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View (No Housekeeping)

Balcony view

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View (No Housekeeping)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Deep-soaking bath
  • 88 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View (No Housekeeping)

Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View (No Housekeeping)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Pokolbin

At Elysia Wellness Retreat you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Tamburlaine Organic Wines. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and mani/pedis. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Near this 3.5-property class Pokolbin hotel, you'll find Hunter Valley Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Roche Estate - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Audrey Wilkinson Winery - 8 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Hope Estate - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oak & Vine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fudge Factory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brokenwood Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Baume - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Elysia Wellness Retreat

Adults-only hotel with spa services and 24-hour front desk
Elysia Wellness Retreat offers its guests an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Elysia Wellness Retreat also features spa services and a lift. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Pokolbin hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Elysia Wellness Retreat offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 35 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Elysia Wellness Retreat Hotel
Elysia Wellness Retreat Pokolbin
Elysia Wellness Retreat Hotel Pokolbin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

Elysia Wellness Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

As of 27 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elysia Wellness Retreat on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$335.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

Yep, Elysia Wellness Retreat has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Elysia Wellness Retreat have a pool?

Elysia Wellness Retreat has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Is Elysia Wellness Retreat family-friendly?

No, Elysia Wellness Retreat is an adults-only property.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Elysia Wellness Retreat serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

No, Elysia Wellness Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Elysia Wellness Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Elysia Wellness Retreat Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely welcome at reception. Wonderful swimming pool. Sound proofing between upper and lower units was the main complaint fortunately this was only for one night . Pillows need updating. Enjoyable and healthy breakfast. Certainly interested in exploring the health retreat options
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a beautiful stay. So peaceful. The perfect sanctuary to rest and restore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My mum and I recently stayed at Elysia Wellness Retreat, and honestly, it was one of the most peaceful and relaxing experiences we’ve had in years. From the moment we arrived, everything felt calm and welcoming, like the place was designed to make stress disappear. We stayed in a two-bedroom upper apartment, and the view was stunning—rolling hills, endless trees, and a golden sunset glow that made everything feel even more serene. Sitting on the balcony, listening to the birds and watching kangaroos laze around below was absolute bliss. The beds were firm but comfy, and while the kitchen had an oven and stove, we quickly realised they were “for display purposes only,” which gave us a laugh. The staff were incredible. The guy who checked us in (whose name I stupidly forgot to ask) was always friendly whenever we saw him. The housekeeper who helped us with our luggage was so sweet, loading it into her buggy and taking it down to the car for us—such a small thing, but it made a difference. We stayed midweek, so it was quiet in the best way possible. It honestly felt like we had the whole place to ourselves, which made it even more peaceful. Being surrounded by nature, with nothing but birdsong and the occasional distant car, was exactly what we needed. The whole retreat just has this incredible sense of calm that makes you want to stay forever. If you need to reset, breathe & actually relax, this is the place to do it. Mum and I don’t know when we’ll be back, but we know we will
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to unwind

Great location! Our room was immaculate clean and amazing view from our balcony. Only negative was there was only 2 pieces of each cutlery. No room service was available we had to go and collect our food from the bistro which wasn't ideal. Great Spa facilities available and nice and peaceful area. Staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place like no other. Spiritual, healing, sense of peace and calm. Lovely staff and community. Wonderful spa facilities and treatment. Fabulous breakfast at Cypress Lakes. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Merv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rimmal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My best friend and I went on a weekend away here and the intent of our getaway was to relax and destress from all the busyness we were experiencing lately. This place did just that! Faboulous views, services, amenities. We had a few encounters with kangaroos in our surroundings, had a massage and facial and did meditation on the mediation hill which is easily accessible from all the villas. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

TANYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tranquil and Peaceful Place To Stay

Beautiful Tranquil place to stay. Amazing location Surrounded by wildlife. Will definitely stay again. The shuttle Bus service that picks you up and drops you back from the Cypress Lakes Resort is awesome. The only negative would be the heated pool and spa were not heated which was disappointing. The spa was also broken so no bubbles or heat
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kyu, Mercer Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

WEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Positive Experience

It sounds like you had a bit of a mixed experience at the hotel! On the positive side, it's great that you enjoyed the indoor pool, spa, valley view room, and the cleanliness of your room upon check-in. Plus, seeing kangaroos at your doorstep must have been quite an experience! On the flip side, it's understandable that issues like the receptionist being occupied with a phone call, lack of included housekeeping, non-operational internal restaurant, poor internet in the room, expensive massage therapy, and limited gym facilities were disappointing. Overall, it seems like the positives outweighed the negatives, but there were definitely some areas that could have been improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elysia is a fabulous property in the Hunter Valley. Rooms are spacious and clean. Staff are friendly and helpful. The gym is amazing as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pool, sauna and ice bath. The resort is feeling a little dated which is why I couldn't give 5 stars, but I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to thank the staff, in particular the lady who arranged for a room transfer due to my disability to use stairs. She was very obliging and assisted by picking me up in the transport buggy whenever required. The view from the room was spectacular and very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

JEAN CLAUDE

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Param

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to spend as a wellness retreat, or a wine-tasting weekend - OR both. If you're only using accommodation & spa/fitness centre, restaurant is 10 walk away. Otherwise, lots to do fitness, activities, spa, pools, kangaroo watching. Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adults only
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic we will repet it soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024