Peninsula Hot Springs just got even more entertaining.
Peninsula Hot Springs , on the Mornington Peninsula just outside of Melbourne, has been a favourite destination for wellness gurus and hot spring enthusiasts since it opened in 1997. And now there’s yet another reason to go: the Peninsula Hot Springs Bathe in Cinema.
Sign up for a soothing dip surrounded by natural bushland. (Image: Visit Victoria)
Dive into pools of naturally heated, mineral-rich waters surrounded by natural bushland – and be entertained by a lineup of beloved rom-coms and tear-jerkers.
Held every remaining Thursday in May, let your body relax in one of the pools while some of your favourite films grace the screen. Perfect for a date night, friend catch-ups or a solo sensory experience that makes for the perfect mid-week mood booster.
Be entertained by 00s rom-coms.
In May, hot springs goers can look forward to:
Thursday 15 May – Miss Congeniality
Thursday 22 May – The Blind Side
Thursday 29 May – Little Miss Sunshine
Every detail in the Eco Lodges is designed for your ultimate relaxation.
Want to extend your stay? Take advantage of Peninsula Hot Springs’ on-site accommodation. Discover suites with everything needed for a restorative getaway (from a large master bedroom with views over wetlands, a kitchen, comfy sofas and a private geothermal hot pool outside), or opt for a glamping tent option.
Watch our video below for an inside look at the suites.
May as well visit some other incredible hot springs in the area while you’re there. Check out our favourites here.
Kassia Byrnes is the Native Content Editor for Australian Traveller and International Traveller. She's come a long way since writing in her diary about family trips to Grandma's. After graduating a BA of Communication from University of Technology Sydney, she has been writing about her travels (and more) professionally for over 10 years for titles like AWOL, News.com.au, Pedestrian.TV, Body + Soul and Punkee. She's addicted to travel but has a terrible sense of direction, so you can usually find her getting lost somewhere new around the world. Luckily, she loves to explore and have new adventures – whether that’s exploring the backstreets, bungee jumping off a bridge or hiking for days. You can follow her adventures on Instagram @probably_kassia.
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