5 ways to spoil yourself in Adelaide
Looking to spoil yourself in Adelaide? From a day spa treatment to a shopping expedition, here are some suggestions from those in the know.
The Tailor
The team at The Tailor creates exclusive luxury holiday experiences around Australia, for both national and international clientele. For a slice of local luxury why not treat yourself to an adventure through The Tailor’s dedicated South Australian private and immersive touring company, The Tailor Touring Co., and join the “Adelaide — Full Day Private Tour” experience? Travel by luxury vehicle as you take in the best in food, wine and culture across Adelaide, with options including the Adelaide Central Market, the JamFactory or Adelaide Oval. Lunch at a premium restaurant, including beverages, is a highlight, as is a private tour of Penfolds Winery where you’ll get to taste the famous Grange wine. Prices start at $830 per person for six guests and include return travel to Adelaide Airport or your accommodation. Other tailor-made options include a three-day “Eos by SkyCity Package”, a three day “Scenic Sequoia Escape” and, if you’d prefer to go further afield, there’s a customised three-day “Fantastic Fleurieu Water and Wine” tour. This is a company that takes the stress out of high-end holiday planning, so all you need to do is pack your bags and bring your sense of adventure.
Kytons
Apart from their renowned, award-winning hot cross buns (available from around Shrove Tuesday every year) the 86-year-old family-owned bakery has a huge variety of baked goods to savour. Why not treat yourself to a lamington? Choose from the iconic traditional chocolate coconut treat to coffee, raspberry and native Aussie flavours. Or grab yourself a batch of their bikkies — choc chip, macadamia and white chocolate, butter shortbreads or seasonal specials. And if you can’t settle on just one — perhaps bundle up a selection of their goodies from sweet to savoury in a hamper to spoil a special someone.
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Experience Eos
Luxury hotel Eos’s symphony of glass and steel rising above the River Torrens is hard to miss. This is a monument to opulence where every detail is meticulously curated to elevate your stay. All the rooms and suites are stunning, but for the ultimate experience try The Grace Villa. You’ll be transported to new heights of luxury with its two incredibly spacious bedrooms, marble bathrooms, sauna, gym and a personal butler service. Enjoy room service in the sumptuous 305 square metres or dine at one of SkyCity’s restaurants including SOL Rooftop Bar with its sweeping views from the sea to the hills.
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King William Road
The iconic paved strip is packed with a treasure trove of opportunities to spoil yourself. You can update your wardrobe with the latest looks from shops such as Denim Iniquity or Denim and Cloth. If retail therapy isn’t your thing, perhaps book in some self-care and float away your stresses at Blue Lagoon or enjoy a facial or massage at Endota Spa. And you can go from brunch to lunch and dinner and beyond with a huge selection of choices — from a casual coffee and cake with friends to snacks and a cheeky cocktail in one of the popular bars such as Amor Wine Tapas and Cocktails or Willy’s.
Davaar House
If you are looking for the ultimate luxurious self-care spa day, the five-hour Retreat Day at Davaar House in the restored-to-its-former-glory mansion on the corner of South Terrace and Hutt Street is it. Begin with an hour of oxygen therapy to enhance overall wellbeing and boost your energy, then experience Adelaide’s first lymphatic roller to massage and detox. Next, relax in the gentle infrared sauna to sweat out toxins, followed by some float therapy in warm, magnesium-rich water. In between treatments you’ll enjoy a fresh juice or herbal tea in the light-filled cafe. The retreat finishes with a blissful massage and custom facial to revive mind and body.
Photograph George Sotiropoulos
The article originally featured in the 2024 issue of SALIFE Food+Wine+Travel magazine.
