Peninsula Hot Springs

On the wild, windswept southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula, Peninsula Hot Springs is Australia’s first and finest geothermal mineral springs and day spa. It’s a place where you soak in warm, mineral-rich water while gazing over rolling hills and the Bass Strait — pure coastal bliss. The experience is part natural wonder, part wellness retreat, and wholly unforgettable.

Highlights & What to See

• Hilltop Pool — The iconic infinity-edge pool offers 360-degree views of the peninsula and ocean. Arrive at sunset for the most magical soak.
• Geothermal Cave Pool — A steamy, womb-like cavern with a natural sauna feel, perfect for quiet contemplation.
• Turkish Steam Bath — A fragrant, tiled hamam where eucalyptus steam opens your pores and soothes your muscles.
• Reflexology Walk — A short, barefoot path over smooth stones and water jets that invigorates your feet before you dip again.
• Bathing Rituals — Guided sessions that include cold plunges and saunas, inspired by European and Japanese bathing traditions.

Suggested Time to Spend

Plan for at least half a day — three to four hours lets you cycle through the main pools and try a steam or sauna. For the full experience, book a morning session and stay through lunch at the café (the turmeric latte and avocado toast are excellent). If you can, stretch it to a full day with a spa treatment or a guided bathing ritual; the evening twilight soak is sublime.

Nearby Areas Worth Combining

• Mornington Peninsula National Park — Dramatic coastal walks, blowholes, and the Cape Schanck Lighthouse, just a 10-minute drive away.
• Sorrento — A historic seaside village with boutique shops, fish-and-chip spots, and ferry access to Queenscliff.
• Port Phillip Estate — One of the region’s best wineries, with a restaurant and cellar door offering cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
• Arthur’s Seat — The highest point on the peninsula, with panoramic views you can reach via a scenic chairlift or a short hike.
• Red Hill — A foodie hinterland of farm gates, artisan producers, and the Red Hill Brewery.

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