Peninsula Hot Springs district
Mornington Peninsula, Australia
Home to the largest and most well-established hot springs, offering up to 50 different bathing experiences.
Places in Peninsula Hot Springs district
- Bath House Cafe Offers light meals and freshly ground coffee at Peninsula Hot Springs.
- Amphitheatre Cafe Features a menu inspired by the SLOW movement at Peninsula Hot Springs.
- Coffee Hut Provides freshly brewed coffees and teas at Peninsula Hot Springs.
- Jackalope Hotel bar A bar at the award-winning 46-room boutique hotel.
Practical notes for Mornington Peninsula
- Best time to visit
- March to May and September to November for mild weather ideal for both the hot springs and coastal hiking; hot springs are enjoyable year-round, especially in cooler months.
- Getting around
- Peninsula Hot Springs and Alba Thermal Springs anchor the wellness side of the region, with winery cellar doors like Point Leo Estate and Port Philip Estate nearby, and coastal walks along Cape Schanck and Point Nepean National Park accessible by car from Dromana's Safety Beach area.
- Currency
- Australian Dollar (A$)
- Language
- English. Aboriginal languages are spoken in some communities.
- Timezone
- AEST (UTC+10, UTC+11 in summer)
- Current trends
- The Mornington Peninsula's geothermal hot springs, led by the well-established Peninsula Hot Springs and the newer Alba Thermal Springs, continue to put the region on the international tourist map, while its world-class wineries known for chardonnay and pinot noir, and boutique stays like the award-winning Jackalope Hotel, reinforce its position as Melbourne's premier wellness-and-wine escape.
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