Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat  

In Hepburn Springs, about an 80‑minute drive from Melbourne and a five‑minute walk from Hepburn Springs Golf Course, Shizuka Ryokan sits steps from Portal 108 and the Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa — an Australian Japanese ryokan spa and wellness retreat blending traditional Japan with local mineral springs.

Slip off your shoes and enter tatami floors, sliding shoji screens and traditional architecture. The small, award‑winning guesthouse features private courtyard gardens, air‑conditioned rooms with private balconies, deep soaking baths and separate rainfall showers, plus personalised service and authentic omakase dining.

Wake up to quiet garden mornings and unwind in a full spa offering massages, holistic treatments and hot‑spring access; the retreat also runs yoga and cooking classes, has a library, picnic area, a bar and free self‑parking.

Complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, luggage storage and express check‑out keep stays smooth for work or play.

Dine at Shizuka Ryokan for authentic Japanese cuisine and curated omakase experiences; Japanese breakfasts are served daily (fee applies) and limited room service is available.