Olivia Newton-John to sell her Byron Bay wellness resort Gaia after it was named global hotel of the year
Olivia Newton-John is selling her famed Gaia retreat in Byron Bay just months after it swept the World Luxury Hotel Awards.
The entertainer, 72, announced in a statement that she was ready to ‘pass the baton’ to new owners.
‘Having won so many humbling and outstanding awards, we have decided it is time to “pass the baton” to new custodians so they can continue our positive message that Gaia is ‘your timeout to reconnect, breathe and surrender,’ she said.
Farewell: Olivia Newton-John is selling her famed Gaia retreat in Byron Bay just months after it swept the World Luxury Hotel Awards
‘It’s bittersweet, but as a team, we always agreed that we would ‘go out on top’ and we couldn’t be more proud of the Gaia we have built with our incredible family team,’ she continued.
‘We will miss our wonderful guests and amazing staff who have all been a huge part of making Gaia such a special magical place.’
The resort was loved by celebrities and recently picked up an impressive four awards at the World Luxury Hotel Awards.
‘It’s bittersweet’: The entertainer, 72, announced in a statement that she was ready to ‘pass the baton’ to new owners. (Pictured with co-owner Gregg Cave)
It came out on top for the Global Overall Chairman’s Award, Global Win – Health & Wellness Cuisine, Continent Win – Luxury Boutique Hotel and Continent Win – Luxury Healing Spa.
The awards are an impressive feat given that the World Luxury Hotel Awards are considered the Oscars of the Hospitality Industry.
The retreat is a favourite for many stars including Lisa Wilkinson, Jodhi Meares and Delta Goodrem.
Winning: The resort was loved by celebrities and recently picked up an impressive four awards at the World Luxury Hotel Awards
A twin stay for the three-day retreat in the Koma Luxe villa is valued at $9,400 (AUD).
The suite includes two king master bedrooms with ensuites, a living area with a fireplace, a heated swimming pool, and a private deck with spectacular views.
Services also include facials, a naturopath consult, a cocooned body masque and a variety of skincare products on offer.
Pampering: The Gaia’s three-day ‘Timeless Beauty retreat’ comes with two facials, a naturopath consult, a cocooned body masque and a variety of skincare products on offer