Upscale day spa in central Hobart with infrared sauna, magnesium spa, ice bath and in-house naturopathy, open daily except Mondays with walk-ins and day passes.
At a glance
- Price
- $$$
- Signature treatment
- Seasonal Full Body Rejuvenation Package (Soak, Scrub and Glow)
- Hotel guests only
- No
- Couples treatments
- Yes
- Access
- Day passWalk-ins welcome
- Good for
- CouplesSolo travelers
- Price
- Upscale
Nova Holistic Spa sits on Goulburn St in central Hobart, offering nine treatments plus access to a full spectrum infrared sauna, magnesium spa and ice bath. It positions itself as a holistic wellness space rather than a pure pampering stop, with a corneotherapist, naturopath and counsellor on staff alongside standard treatment rooms.
The signature offering is the Seasonal Full Body Rejuvenation Package, a soak, scrub and glow combination. Couples treatments are available, and the spa welcomes both solo visitors and pairs. Day passes are sold and walk-ins are accepted, so a booking isn't strictly required to use the facilities, though confirming ahead is sensible given the smaller, boutique scale of the place.
Hours run nine to five Thursday through Saturday, ten to four Tuesday and Wednesday, and a shorter ten-to-three window on Sundays. The spa is closed Mondays. Pricing sits in the upscale tier, so expect this to be a higher-cost outing rather than a budget soak. Service is in English, and the location is central enough to fold into a day of exploring Hobart. Between the magnesium spa, ice bath and infrared sauna, the facility leans toward contrast-therapy style wellness alongside its treatment menu, making it a fit for travelers looking for recovery-focused options rather than just a massage.
Good to know
- Do I need a booking, or can I just walk in?
- Walk-ins are welcome and day passes are available, so you can show up without a reservation, though calling ahead is a good idea at a smaller boutique spa.
- What facilities come with a day pass?
- A day pass gives access to the full spectrum infrared sauna, magnesium spa and ice bath, in addition to whichever treatment you book.
- Is this spa only for hotel guests?
- No, it's a standalone day spa open to the public, not restricted to hotel guests.
- Can couples book treatments together?
- Yes, couples treatments are offered, and the spa suits both solo travelers and couples.
- What are the opening hours?
- It's open Tuesday and Wednesday 10am-4pm, Thursday through Saturday 9am-5pm, and Sunday 10am-3pm; it's closed Mondays.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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