we are different…

No two massages here are the same. Each treatment is fully customized to how you're feeling on the day, with as deep or as little pressure as you need. We're a cooperative, so we love it when you connect and book directly with the therapist who's right for you.

ALL INCLUSIVE

All experiences include 25 minute access to our shared, boutique sento bathhouse.

WE RECOMMEND ARRIVING 30 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED TREATMENT TO ENJOY THE BATHHOUSE.
PLEASE ARRIVE WEARING SWIMWEAR UNDER YOUR CLOTHING AND LEAVE ALL JEWELLERY AT HOME.

MagnaPool® is a revolutionary mineral pool system that uses a unique blend of magnesium and potassium minerals, similar to what is found in natural springs, to detoxify and balance your body naturally. This can help to relieve stress, anxiety, aches and pains.

NOT ONE SERVICE BUT MANY…

We are a co-op of professional therapists from all over the world. All service bookings, enquires and gift voucher purchases and redemptions should be made directly with your preferred therapist.

COUPLES TREATMENTS?

Absolutely! Simply book each session with your preferred therapist at the same time. All our schedules are published online, we all share set treatment times so booking at the same time is easy.

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As IRONMAN RECOVERY Massage & Stretch package

$175 ・ 1 hr

You've crossed the finish line — now let your body recover the way it deserves. This specially crafted package pairs deep massage with a personalised stretch session to melt away tension, soothe tired muscles, and help you move freely again. Your session begins with access to our shared MagnaPool® bath and infrared sauna for the full recovery experience.

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Michael Joseph

Principal Founding Therapist

With over two decades of experience as a massage therapist, Michael brings a rare combination of deep technical mastery and heartfelt dedication to every treatment. His journey began at the iconic Spa Chakra on Sydney Harbour, took him through the breathtaking Whitsundays, and eventually led him to Port Douglas, where he founded The Deep Retreat, a place that reflects everything he believes great healing should feel like.

Along the way, Michael deepened his passion for men's health through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, training as an Ayurveda Perfect Health Teacher under Deepak Chopra at the renowned Chopra Center in California. This foundation shapes the way he works, thoughtfully, intuitively, and with a profound respect for the whole person on the table.

Qualified in Remedial, Sports, Swedish Massage and Stretch Therapy, Michael's technique has evolved far beyond any single modality. He is now best known for a massage style that is Kahuna and Ayuredic Medicine inspired, deeply therapeutic, holistic, and genuinely transformative.

30m deep massage $95
For those needing specific attention.
All massage is tailored to your specific needs. We can get a lot done in 30 minutes.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, shared bath house, where the MagnaPool®and Far Infrared Sauna extend your restoration long after the table.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
We all need to be taken care of in the deeper meaningful way.
Every massage is truly customized, because no two bodies are the same.
Drawing from the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, we root our work in practices that have honoured the body for thousands of years. We are known for our deep, purposeful bodywork, bridging powerful moments with periods of ease and release, so you leave feeling holistically cared for, not just worked on.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, public bath house, where the ancient and the sensory meet, extending your restoration long after the table.
You don't just book a massage. You step into a ritual, designed entirely around you. One of Port Douglas most unique spa experiences.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
Sometimes people want to experience a little bit of both and this package is the perfect place to start. Experience a 30 minute massage that's fully customized and a mini facial for 30 minutes to complete a full-body holistic experience.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, public bath house, where the ancient and the sensory meet, extending your restoration long after the table.
2 × 30min treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
Our best-selling package, and once you try it, you'll understand why.
In just 60 minutes, two guests enjoy 30 minutes together in our Sento Bathhouse, a sauna and warm Magnesium mineral pool, followed by 30 minutes of massage with the same therapist, alternating consecutively.
The perfect blend of bathhouse ritual and hands-on therapy for couples or friends who want a genuinely restorative experience without the full-day commitment.
LOOKING FOR LONGER?
If you want a full hour each simply select the ‘deep massage’ option here with your other preferred therapist. We share set appointments times making it super easy.
A private, one-on-one session blending reformer pilates, yoga, and stretch into one holistic experience.
Fully tailored to you, each session is designed to complement and elevate your practice at home, helping you move better, feel stronger, and get more out of every session. More than just a workout, it's an investment in how you move through life.

BOOK WITH MICHAEL JOSEPH

GIFT A SESSION WITH MICHAEL JOSEPH

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David

Principal Therapist

From the moment you meet David, his gentle warmth puts you completely at ease — and that sense of being truly cared for never leaves the treatment room.

With over two decades of hands-on experience at some of the world's most celebrated wellness destinations, including Six Senses, Ananda in the Himalayas, Aman, One&Only, Chiva-Som, and The Ritz-Carlton, David brings a rare depth of mastery to every massage and bodywork session. Trained as a naturopath, psychotherapist, and integrative remedial bodyworker, he combines an exceptionally intuitive touch with a finely tuned understanding of how the body holds tension, stress, and imbalance.

What sets David apart is not just his world-class technique, but the way he listens , to what you say, and to what your body tells him. Each session is thoughtfully tailored, leaving you with a profound sense of ease, clarity, and restoration that lingers long after you leave the table.

30m deep massage $95
For those needing specific attention.
All massage is tailored to your specific needs. We can get a lot done in 30 minutes.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, shared bath house, where the MagnaPool®and Far Infrared Sauna extend your restoration long after the table.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
We all need to be taken care of in the deeper meaningful way.
Every massage is truly customized, because no two bodies are the same.
Drawing from the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, we root our work in practices that have honoured the body for thousands of years. We are known for our deep, purposeful bodywork, bridging powerful moments with periods of ease and release, so you leave feeling holistically cared for, not just worked on.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, shared bath house, where the MagnaPool®and Far Infrared Sauna extend your restoration long after the table.
You don't just book a massage. You step into a ritual, designed entirely around you. One of Port Douglas most unique spa experiences.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
Our best-selling package, and once you try it, you'll understand why.
In just 60 minutes, two guests enjoy 25 minutes together in our Sento Bathhouse, a sauna and warm Magnesium mineral pool, followed by 30 minutes of massage with the same therapist, alternating consecutively.
The perfect blend of bathhouse ritual and hands-on therapy for couples or friends who want a genuinely restorative experience without the full-day commitment.
LOOKING FOR LONGER?
If you want a full hour each simply select the ‘deep massage’ option here with your other preferred therapist. We share set appointments times making it super easy.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
A restorative treatment for the face, the nervous system, and the subtle emotional body.
The face holds tension, expression, and unprocessed feeling. Through slow, attentive touch, facial massage, acupressure, and lymphatic techniques, this treatment softens habitual holding patterns while supporting circulation, detoxification, and natural vitality.
Working gently yet precisely, the session invites a deep unwinding—often bringing a sense of calm, clarity, and quiet emotional release.
Integrated with breath awareness and subtle energetic attunement, the experience becomes more than skin-deep. It is a return to softness, both internally and externally.
You leave not only refreshed in appearance, but more settled, open, and at ease within yourself.
deep complete (immersion)
Signature Experience: Depth-oriented: a personalised, multilayered journey designed to restore the body, settle the nervous system, and reconnect you with yourself at a deeper level. Our most complete offering. Port Douglas's most unique wellness journey.
Inclusions:
- Deep therapeutic bodywork
- Facial
- Periods of stillness and integration
- Gentle therapeutic dialogue or inquiry (if appropriate)
- Subtle energetic and nervous system support

BOOK WITH DAVID

GIFT A SESSION WITH DAVID

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Lea

Massage Therapist

Léa is a French-born spa therapist and wellness specialist with a rich international background, having worked across Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, and now Australia. Trained in an extensive range of massage modalities — including Ayurvedic, Balinese, Polynesian, Lomi-Lomi, Swedish, Californian, and lymphatic massage, she brings a globally informed touch to every treatment.

Léa has built her expertise in some of the world's most prestigious spa environments, gaining deep knowledge of luxury brands such as Cinq Mondes and NUXE, as well as hands-on experience in advanced facial treatments, body contouring, and foot reflexology. Her background also includes clinical work alongside a physiotherapist, where she delivered supervised therapeutic and recovery massages — giving her a genuine understanding of the body that goes beyond relaxation.

Currently furthering her academic knowledge with a Master's Degree in Biology and Health specialising in Physiology and Physiopathology, Léa combines scientific rigour with a warm, intuitive approach to client care. Multilingual and endlessly curious, she is passionate about holistic wellbeing and delivering personalised, results-driven experiences.

1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
We all need to be taken care of in the deeper meaningful way.
Every massage is truly customized, because no two bodies are the same.
Drawing from the ancient wisdom of Eastern traditions, we root our work in practices that have honoured the body for thousands of years. We are known for our deep, purposeful bodywork, bridging powerful moments with periods of ease and release, so you leave feeling holistically cared for, not just worked on.
Each experience includes 25 minute access to our boutique, public bath house, where the ancient and the sensory meet, extending your restoration long after the table.
You don't just book a massage. You step into a ritual, designed entirely around you. One of Port Douglas most unique spa experiences.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
Our best-selling package, and once you try it, you'll understand why.
In just 60 minutes, two guests enjoy 30 minutes together in our Sento Bathhouse, a sauna and warm Magnesium mineral pool, followed by 30 minutes of massage with the same therapist, alternating consecutively.
The perfect blend of bathhouse ritual and hands-on therapy for couples or friends who want a genuinely restorative experience without the full-day commitment.
1hr treatment + 25m bathhouse total experience.
A restorative treatment for the face, the nervous system, and the subtle emotional body.
The face holds tension, expression, and unprocessed feeling. Through slow, attentive touch, facial massage, acupressure, and lymphatic techniques, this treatment softens habitual holding patterns while supporting circulation, detoxification, and natural vitality.
Working gently yet precisely, the session invites a deep unwinding—often bringing a sense of calm, clarity, and quiet emotional release.
Integrated with breath awareness and subtle energetic attunement, the experience becomes more than skin-deep. It is a return to softness, both internally and externally.
You leave not only refreshed in appearance, but more settled, open, and at ease within yourself.