The 7 Best Romantic Getaways In Victoria
By Bec Milligan.
Romantic getaways are the best way to reignite the spark in your relationship, and Victoria, Australia is brimming with incredible destinations.
Below, 1Cover has handpicked the best places in Victoria for romance, complete with our top accommodation picks and activity ideas designed for two.
The best romantic getaway destinations in Victoria:
1 Daylesford
Daylesford, just 90 minutes from Melbourne, is home to Australia’s largest concentration of natural mineral springs.
The region's European-style villages, historic architecture, and world-class spas create an atmosphere that's equal parts indulgent and intimate – perfect for a romantic getaway!
Our top picks for accommodation:
Lake House offers luxury accommodation right on the shores of Lake Daylesford.
The iconic property seamlessly blends contemporary design with natural surroundings, and features rooms with heated bathroom floors, plush bedding, and private balconies with picture-perfect lake views.
Not to mention, the onsite restaurant is destination dining at its finest, with a menu built around seasonal local produce and an impressive wine cellar.
Notable mentions: Mineral Springs Hotel, Hotel Bellinzona, and Clifftop at Hepburn.
Activities for couples:
The Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa should be your first stop when you and loved one visit Daylesford. Book a private couples’ treatment room where you can soak in mineral baths together before indulging in side-by-side massages.
And the spa’s ‘Sanctuary Pool,’ with its underwater music and mood lighting, is particularly romantic in the evening.
You should also take a leisurely walk around Lake Daylesford at sunset, stopping at the Victorian-era boathouse for cute couples photos.
2 Yarra Valley
The Yarra Valley is the Victorian equivalent to France's Champagne region – think stunning vineyards, orchards, and farmlands.
Located just an hour from Melbourne, the valley feels worlds away from city life. Rolling hills dotted with cellar doors create a landscape that’s incredibly picturesque, especially during autumn when the vines turn brilliant shades of gold and crimson.
Plus, the combination of award-winning wineries, farm-to-table restaurants, and luxury accommodation makes the Yarra Valley an obvious choice for couples seeking both sophistication and relaxation.
Our top picks for accommodation:
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley offers everything you could want for a romantic wine country escape, all in one spectacular property.
The estate features 70 spacious rooms and suites with contemporary furnishings and many of which offer vineyard or garden views.
But what sets Balgownie Estate apart is the sheer convenience – you can roll out of bed and straight into a wine tasting at the cellar door, enjoy a leisurely lunch at Restaurant 1309, and then spend the afternoon unwinding at the onsite endota spa.
Notable mentions: Chateau Yering, Stones of the Yarra Valley, and Re’em Yarra Valley.
Activities for couples:
Wine tasting is obviously Yarra Valley’s main drawcard. Start your day with bubbles at Domaine Chandon, where you can pair champagne with a three-course lunch overlooking the vineyards.
Then work your way through other renowned estates like Levantine Hill, Soumah Wines, and Yering Farm.
For a truly memorable experience, book a sunrise hot air balloon flight. There’s something oh-so romantic about drifting silently over the valley as the sun comes up, watching the mist lift from the vineyards below.
3 Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula is where many Melburnians go when they want to feel like they’re on holiday without actually leaving the state.
The region, which stretches into Port Phillip Bay, offers an irresistible combination of beaches, boutique wineries, and natural hot springs.
Not to mention, the Peninsula’s villages each have their own character: Sorrento and Portsea feel upmarket and historic, Rye and Blairgowrie are relaxed and beachy, and Red Hill and Main Ridge are all about wine and fresh produce.
This means you can tailor your romantic getaway to whatever vibe you and your spouse are wanting to experience together!
Our top picks for accommodation:
Hotel Sorrento captures everything that makes the Mornington Peninsula special – heritage charm, clifftop views, and easy access to both beaches and village life.
This beautifully restored hotel (which has been family-owned for three generations!) sits in an enviable position overlooking Port Phillip Bay, just a two-minute stroll from Sorrento’s main street – known for its chic cafés, galleries, and boutiques.
The rooms blend period features with contemporary comfort, and many have private balconies where you and your partner can watch the sun set over the water. Swoon!
Notable mentions: Peninsula Hot Springs’ Glamping Rooms, Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill, and Polperro Villas.
Activities for couples:
Peninsula Hot Springs is absolutely unmissable. This hillside complex of natural thermal pools offers everything from intimate cave pools to hilltop bathing with bay views.
We recommend couples book the private bathing pavilion for the ultimate romantic experience.
For coastal adventures, walk the Fort Nepean trail through Point Nepean National Park, ride the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola for panoramic views, or simply find a quiet beach like Number 16 and spend the day swimming and reading together.
And while the Peninsula's wine region is smaller than Yarra Valley’s, it's no less impressive.
Couples can spend an afternoon visiting cellar doors like Montalto (which also has an excellent sculpture trail), Red Hill Estate, and Ten Minutes by Tractor.
4 Great Ocean Road (Lorne & Apollo Bay)
The Great Ocean Road is one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives.
While day-trippers flock to the Twelve Apostles, couples who base themselves in towns like Lorne or Apollo Bay can experience the road’s magic at a more romantic pace.
Our top picks for accommodation:
Mantra Lorne is truly unique – it's the only accommodation along the entire Great Ocean Road with direct beach access.
This means you can literally walk from your room onto the sand, which is exactly the kind of effortless luxury that makes a romantic getaway special.
The property offers a mix of contemporary apartments and heritage-style rooms, many of which boast spa baths and private balconies overlooking Louttit Bay.
Notable mentions: Chocolate Gannets in Apollo Bay and Cumberland Lorne Resort.
Activities for couples:
The Twelve Apostles are famous for a reason; they are spectacular, particularly at sunset when the crowds thin out and the golden light makes the limestone stacks glow.
While exploring the Great Ocean Road, couples can also stop at Kennett River to koala watch (they're remarkably easy to find here), explore the rainforest walks in Great Otway National Park, and visit Split Point Lighthouse at Aireys Inlet.
For an extraordinary dinner, book at Chris’s Beacon Point Restaurant in Apollo Bay, a decades-old institution serving Mediterranean-inspired fine dining with commanding ocean views.
5 Grampians
The Grampians rise dramatically from the western Victorian plains and their ancient sandstone peaks create a breathtaking landscape that’s unlike anywhere else in the state.
It’s a perfect destination for couples who are looking for genuine remoteness; expect starry night skies, abundant wildlife, and the kind of intimate stillness that only exists far from cities.
Our top picks for accommodation:
Boroka Downs has won numerous awards, and for good reason!
The stunning property – which is exclusively for couples – features five identical residences, each positioned for complete privacy from the others.
Floor-to-ceiling windows frame mountain views, while interiors are all clean lines, natural materials, and understated elegance.
Each residence has its own deck with BBQ facilities, perfect for cooking dinner while kangaroos graze nearby in the golden evening light.
Notable mentions: DULC Cabins and Royal Mail Hotel.
Activities for couples:
The Grampians are all about getting outdoors.
MacKenzie Falls is the region’s most spectacular waterfall and worth the walk down (and back up) to the viewing platform.
The Balconies – also called the Jaws of Death as the sandstone resembles the jaws of a T-Rex dinosaur – is an iconic rock formation with dizzying views. And the Venus Baths are a series of natural rock pools, perfect for a refreshing dip after a hike.
Wildlife is everywhere in the Grampians too; expect to see kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, and, (if you’re lucky), wedge-tailed eagles.
After a day exploring together, stop at Fallen Giants Winery for sunset drinks overlooking the vines, or if you’re willing to venture further south, the Royal Mail Hotel serves some of the finest regional dining in Victoria.
6 Beechworth
Beechworth is a beautifully preserved gold rush town in Victoria’s High Country, where honey-coloured heritage buildings line the wide streets and the air has a crisp alpine quality.
If the name Beechworth sounds familiar, it’s because it’s where infamous Australian Ned Kelly was tried and sentenced.
But, unlike other historic towns that feel trapped in the past, Beechworth expertly balances its heritage with a contemporary appeal.
Couples can expect hatted restaurants, boutique accommodation, and local producers who are proudly carrying on vintage traditions like honey-making and wine production.
Our top picks for accommodation:
1860 Luxury Accommodation offers something genuinely charming – a chance to stay in an original 1860s timber cabin that’s been lovingly restored for modern comfort while retaining its historic soul.
Every cabin at the couples-only retreat features a king bed, open fireplace, and complete self-contained facilities, all wrapped in the character of hand-cut timber and period details.
Plus, the location means you can walk into Beechworth’s historic centre in minutes but return to complete privacy and quiet.
Light the fire, open a bottle of wine from the nearby King Valley, and you’ll have everything you need for a romantic evening.
Notable mentions: The Buckland Studios, Belmont at Beechworth, and The Grand Oaks Resort.
Activities for couples:
Beechworth is small enough to explore on foot, and that’s exactly what you and your significant other should do.
Make sure you visit the old courthouse where Ned Kelly was tried, the atmospheric Beechworth Gaol, and Beechworth Honey – where you can taste and buy local varieties.
For outdoor-loving couples, you can enjoy the Beechworth Gorge Walk, which follows Reids Creek through a picturesque granite gorge, or hire bikes and tackle part of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, a 100-kilometre sealed path connecting Beechworth with Bright and the King Valley wineries.
7 Geelong
Geelong and the neighbouring Bellarine Peninsula might be the most underrated place in Victoria for a romantic getaway.
While everyone flocks to the Mornington Peninsula, savvy couples head to this western shore of Port Phillip Bay for waterfront dining, boutique wineries, and charming seaside villages – all without the crowds.
The region has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. Geelong’s waterfront now features excellent restaurants and cafés, while towns like Queenscliff, Portarlington, and Point Lonsdale retain their fishing village character alongside new wine bars and farm gates.
It feels like a secret that not everyone knows yet, which is precisely what makes it so appealing.
Our top picks for accommodation:
The Royal Queenscliff is a beautifully restored heritage hotel that perfectly captures the romance and elegance of the Bellarine Peninsula.
This adults-only boutique property dates back to 1854 but has been lovingly transformed into one of the region’s most luxurious romantic escapes – think plush bedding, beautiful period details, and modern amenities that don’t compromise the historic atmosphere.
Notable mention: Vue Grand Hotel.
Activities for couples:
The Q Train is something you won’t find anywhere else: a restaurant aboard a beautifully restored heritage train that travels the Bellarine Railway while serving a multi-course degustation matched with local wines.
It’s wonderfully nostalgic and genuinely romantic, while the gentle rocking of the carriages and changing landscape really adds to the experience.
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