Went here when I was pregnant wanting some pampering/relaxation and left early, disappointed and angry. I've been to health retreats before and enjoyed them. Given Golden door is double the price I've paid before, so I was hoping for something special. But the bottom line is the cost just ISN'T WORTH IT. Service is terrible. There aren't enough staff around.... more

We spent a weekend on the property. It was given to us as a gift and my original thoughts were, "not the hunter valley again", I ve been to the hunter numerous times in the past year and not being a drinker can get quite boring at the Hunter. Upon arrival at the Golden Door, you have to go through... more

We visited for a weekend as independent guests. We have been a number of times and have always enjoyed our stay, however this time we noticed a real change. In particular the restaurant experience is nowhere near as good, staff and program options over the weekend seemed a bit thin. I'm sure as a program guest you would still have... more

Recovering from six months of one illness after another, I took off to the Golden Door for the 5 day program, hoping to regain my health and to lift my attitude to life. The retreat is located on a rise with stunning views for 360 degrees around the property. All the rooms look over lovely Hunter Valley vistas, and each... more

This is my third visit to Golden Door health retreats, my second to Elysia. For the first time I went by myself. My reservation experience was very easy, good responses to requests for information, plus confirmation and pre-arrival details e-mailed to me in plenty of time. The shuttle picked me up at the Sydney Airport in a timely manner, driver... more

NO MEAT!!!! the cost is high, nice views.... cant eat what u want, very little to eat. spa treatments over priced. Amery the manager is a very rude lady. i saw her take food off a guest as they where not allow to have it... they change $10 for room service! they shut the only restaurant and if you don't... more