Like the thermal spa centres of Europe, Asia, the Americas and New Zealand, Peninsula Hot Springs offers the benefits of the natural hot spring bathing and relaxation culture.

The discovery of an abundant source of naturally heated healing mineral waters up to 50 degrees Celsius, 637 metres below Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula, lead to the creation of a spa centre offering a fusion of the best of bathing cultures from around the world, set in an Australian coastal environment.

Peninsula Hot Springs is the only natural thermal mineral springs bathing and day spa facility in Australia. Two main facilities provide relaxation and recreational spa experiences. The private Spa Dreaming Centre has an emphasis on tranquil spaces, private pools for guests 16 years and older and an array of pampering spa treatments to revitalise body, mind and spirit.

There is a cafe in the spa centre provides the perfect setting for a lunch with you partner or friends. Breakfast and lunch is available every day of the week and a Dine and Bathe package is available for dinner on Friday, Saturday and Tuesday evenings.

The Bath House bathing area features a wide variety of social, family friendly and wellness bathing options. Relaxation, rejuvenation and fun can be found in the 20 plus bathing experiences including a cave pool, reflexology walk, hydrotherapy pool, thermal stream gully, sauna, hilltop pool offering stunning 360 degree views, massaging thermal showers, family pools and many more. A cafe in the Bath House offers lunches and light snacks every day of the week.

Cost

Cancellation and booking policy

Bookings are only required for massage and spa treatments and private bathing. Pre payment for spa treatments is required at the time of booking. A refund will be provided if more than 24 hours notice of cancellation is given.

Local directions

The Hot Springs is at the Back of Rye next to Moonah Links Golf Course. From the end of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway turn left into Boneo Road then next rignt into Browns Road. Turn right into Truemans Road and left again into Browns Road. The Hot Springs is 2 kilometres along Browns Road on the left.

Facilities

Activities

Tourism awards

2012  - Victorian Tourism Awards  - Hall Of Fame

2012  - Victorian Tourism Awards  - Winner

2011  - Victorian Tourism Awards  - Finalist

2011  - Victorian Tourism Awards  - Winner

2010  - Victorian Tourism Awards  - Winner

Opening hours

Peninsula Hot Springs is open seven days a week except for Christmas Day.

Daily
7:30am -10:00pm
Open seven days a week.

Memberships

• Aboriginal Tourism Australia

Disabled access

Contact operator for further details.

Additional business information

Bathing Procedures at Peninsula Hot Springs
Recommended Hot Springs bathing procedure 1. Before entering pools please take a shower. 2. Drink plenty of water and remember to remain hydrated throughout the bathing experience. Water fountains are provided at the pools or bring your bottled water (no glass please). 3. Upon entering bathing pools adjust your body gradually to the hotspring. Pour the hot spring water over extremities such as toes and fingertips and then towards the heart. This step dilates the blood vessels of the surface of your body, which prevents dizziness later on. 4. Taking a long bath in hot water causes a rise in blood pressures and increased heart rate. Bathe at a temperature of around 40C until you feel sweat lightly on your forehead, then sit outside of the bath tub for a break and re-enter once you cool down a little. Remember to keep drinking water. Bathing for more than 15 minutes without taking a break is not recommended. 5. As the beneficial mineral adsorption of the hot spring water can goon for three hours after leaving the pools, it is recommended you donot rinse your body after taking a bath. 6. After taking the bath your body gets tired even though you feelrefreshed. It requires two to three hours until blood pressure stabilises, therefore take some time to rest, ideally for at least 30 minutes. Allow a cool down period of 20 to 30 minutes wrapped in your bath sheet - recline in the pool-side lounges and soak up the unique atmospherics of our coastal dune surrounds. Be careful not to cool your body down completely. Don't forget to drink plenty of water again to avoid dehydration.

The Science and Art of Mineral Water Therapy
Balneology is the scientific study of the therapeutic benefits of naturally occurring mineral waters. In Australia, this science is not very well known, and is even less seldom practised. However, throughout Europe and Japan, balneology and hot springs therapy is very much a part of routine medical care. Medical prescriptions are given by licensed doctors for the treatment of a wide range of conditions, and bathing in mineral waters as a part of preventative medicine is widely recognised and encouraged. Hot spring soaking has a deep and far reaching tradition in North America, starting with the indigenous North American tribes who considered hot springs to be 'power spots' in nature. Native cultures universally have utilised natural waters for healing, purification ceremonies, sacred gatherings, and tribal meetings. Peninsula Hot Springs are filtration hot springs. The water rises from 637 metres below The Cups at Rye. By the time comes to the surface the temperature is approximately 50 C . The temperature of the pools varies from 42 C to 36 C. Peninsula Hot Springs are classified as 'true mineral springs', with dissolved solids measuring over 3500 parts per millon (PPM). Peninsula Hot Springs are sodium chloride bicarbonate hot springs, with a ph level of 6.8. The alkalinity is primarily the result of the potassium, calcium, magnesium and sodium ions. Hot Springs Therapy: Mineral Content In addition to the value of the trace minerals found in most hot springs and the stimulating benefits of highly mineralised waters, balneotherapists generally agree on the following observations: Bathing in bicarbonate water assists opening peripheral blood vessels, improve circulation to the body's extremities and can help address hypertension and mild atherosclerosis. Some researchers believe that bicarbonate baths also assist cardiovascular disease and nervous system imbalances.

What does mineral water do for you? Mineral water and massage
Therapy using mineral water spas combined with massage is being used increasingly for work-related diseases such as back problems, stress and tinosinavitus. It is also proving very effective for rehabilitation after accidents. Rheumatism, arthritis and gout sufferers find great relief through spa therapy as do many heart disease patients. Balneotherapy has to be seen as part of a whole process of treatment and does not offer a full cure itself. The combination of benefits from drinking mineral water and using various mineral water treatments goes a long way towards creating a framework for better nutrition and relief from aches and pains. CALCIUM - vital for bone tissue, proper functioning of muscles and relaxation. SILICA - for bone formation (acts like caron fibre in steel - makes them strong without being heavy), it is not found in processed food. MAGNESIUM - good for muscles, asthma, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, depression, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, premenstrual syndrome, and hypertension. It is essential for the proper functioning of the liver. BICARBONATE - balances the pH in the blood stream. POTASSIUM - is important to your body for a strong healthy nervous system, maintaining a regular heart beat and proper muscle contraction. Potassium nourishes the heart, kidneys, pancreas, muscles and the nerves. Potassium works with sodium to regulate the body's water balance. Potassium controls the flow of nutrients through cell walls and in the transmission of electrochemical impulses needed by the human nervous system. Potassium is also needed to maintain a stable blood pressure level.