Minor Hotels to Launch Australia’s Largest Integrated Resort Wellness Precinct at Avani Cypress Lakes
Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced Avani Cypress Lakes Resort, a premium lifestyle and wellness resort set to launch in phases from October 2026 in New South Wales’ Hunter Valley.
Scale & Integration:
340 acres combining Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort and Elysia Wellness Retreat — making it Australia’s largest integrated resort wellness precinct.
Accommodation:
204 rooms and suites across two distinct styles, making it the largest Avani property in Australasia.
Wellness Focus:
- Launch of AvaniWell in Australia (after debuting in Thailand in 2024).
- 70 wellness suites, magnesium pool, 26 treatment rooms, Pilates reformers, infrared saunas, outdoor cold-plunge pools.
- Flexible wellness programmes (multi-day retreats, individual treatments, day-spa experiences).
Leisure & Lifestyle:
- 18-hole golf course, pickleball courts, outdoor cinema, pool bar with DJ booth.
- New dining concepts including Chakraya, inspired by Sri Lankan cuisine.
Events & Families:
- 24 meetings and events spaces with wellness and outdoor activities integrated into corporate itineraries.
- AvaniKids programmes focused on creativity, movement, and outdoor play.
Timeline:
- First facilities open October 2026.
- Full completion expected by Q3 2027.
Strategic Impact
- Positions Hunter Valley as “Australia’s home of wellness”, blending wine country experiences with modern wellness travel.
- Expands Avani’s footprint in Australasia alongside upcoming openings in Mooloolaba (May 2026) and Queenstown (September 2026).
This development is a bold move to capture the growing demand for wellness-led and experiential travel, especially in regional destinations. It’s not just about retreats — it’s designed to let guests weave wellness into everyday leisure, family holidays, or even corporate events.
