Pretend you’re in Sorrento, Italy, at the glamorous 108-room Intercontinental hotel – in Sorrento, Victoria. There are both rooms and suites (both one- and two-bedroom) in the restored 1875 limestone building, or you can opt for a stay in the extended wing with a private outdoor terrace.

There’s a Mediterranean-inspired pool deck exclusively for guests, with million-dollar views out over Sorrento and the glistening Port Phillip Bay. Green-and-white-striped furniture and chequerboard tiling give it Amalfi Coast vibes.

The Woods Bagot-designed building blends luxurious Victorian and art deco details, as the hotel dials up the old-world glamour, complete with plush velvet furnishings and freestanding tubs.

Adjoining the hotel is the sultry Aurora Spa & Bathhouse, a state-of-the-art wellness centre that boasts a float room, hydrotherapy pools and several thermal experiences (including an “igloo” ice room) to level up your stay.