about us

discover where our story began and how our award-winning destination has evolved into a thriving sanctuary

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Peninsula Hot Springs is a leading global wellness destination based on the Mornington Peninsula, offering hot springs bathing, spa and accommodation

Founded in 1997 by brothers Charles and Richard Davidson, Peninsula Hot Springs was inspired by Charles’s experience visiting hot springs in Japan in 1992. Drawing on their travels worldwide, the Davidsons envisioned an Australian-style retreat that blends seamlessly with the natural landscape. Today, our site features 70 distinct bathing and wellness experiences, each reflecting different traditions from around the globe.

Richard and Charles

our story

Our journey starts with a deep connection — to people and nature’s vital element, water. It was sparked by two brothers sharing a family dream, influenced by their global experiences, and driven by a goal to introduce the healing benefits of hot springs to Australia. Today, this spirit of connection continues to inspire everything we do, shaping a warm and inviting environment where families, friends, and loved ones can come together to experience the revitalising power of geothermal water.

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our water

Hot springs bathing holds profound significance worldwide, with each culture embracing its own customs and traditions. In Japan, it is a ritual of purification and cleanliness; in the Nordic regions, a tradition of healing and revitalisation. At Peninsula Hot Springs, our mineral-rich waters continue this timeless practice, offering benefits that range from deeper, more restful sleep to improved circulation, just some of the many reasons to immerse yourself in our water.

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our bathing culture

With hot springs in nearly every corner of the world, we embrace and celebrate the global tradition of bathing, a timeless practice that brings people together in shared wellbeing. Guided by founder and Creative Director Charles Davidson in partnership with co-owner Bharat Mitra, the Peninsula Hot Springs Group includes Peninsula Hot Springs, Metung Hot Springs and Maruia Hot Springs.

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it begins with nature

'we rejuvenate and renew through relaxation, movement, nutrition, sleep, mindfulness, creativity and being at one with nature'

Peninsula Hot Springs Co-Founder, Charles Davidson

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our wellness philosophy

Our bathing and wellness offerings are underpinned by our seven pillars of wellness  — relaxation, movement, nutrition, sleep, mindfulness, education and creativity. These pillars shape our unique approach, guiding each guest on a holistic journey that nourishes body, mind and spirit.

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community connections

Collaboration with the community is a fundamental principle of Peninsula Hot Springs’ brand promise. We measure our success not only as a leading health and wellness destination, but by the opportunities we create for people to connect with the community, each other and themselves.

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arts, culture & events

Guided by a deep appreciation for the arts, Peninsula Hot Springs celebrates creativity as a pathway to connection and cultural understanding. Our year-round program inspires collaboration through music, performance and storytelling, honouring both global celebrations and the traditions of the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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the heart of our purpose

from where we have been to everything we do, it is all underpinned by our guiding promise, purpose and values.

our promise

Connect with your pure nature.

our purpose

To co-create experiences where people relax in nature with themselves and each other to connect with the deep well of their being.

our values

Inclusive, creative and innovative, loving and respectful, uncompromising integrity.

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awards and achievements

Peninsula Hot Springs received its first Victorian Tourism Award in 2010 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in Health and Wellbeing, Tourist Attraction, and Ecotourism categories