2-Hour Deep Blue Hot Springs in Warrnambool
Description
Give your body a boost with a relaxing soak in the natural geothermal waters at the Deep Blue Hot Springs. Located in Warrnambool, immerse yourself in the award - winning Hot Springs Sanctuary with a myriad of hot springs rockpools, sensory caves and cleansing waterfalls. Experience the therapeutic benefits of bathing in the natural geothermal waters, rich in minerals and heat. Delve into Sensory caves and cold plunge pools, then surrender to the sweet aromatic scent of the aromatherapy pool. Purchase a sanctuary pass for access to all enhanced bathing pools located at the Deep Blue Hot Springs Warrnambool.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for daytime sessions is 5 years
- Minimum age for Twilight sessions is 16 years
Reviews(173)
Wow what a beautiful place. It was relaxing, peaceful, tranquil and we will definitely be going back again. Thank you for the experience.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and had such a relaxing stay with us. It means a lot to know you’re already thinking about returning, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another visit.
A great 2 hours - warm spa pools, great company on a winters day.
Thank you for your lovely review. There’s nothing quite like soaking in warm geothermal pools with great company on a winter’s day. We’re delighted you enjoyed your two-hour visit and hope to welcome you back again soon.
Everything from booking to leaving the hot springs , was easy .... ! Parking on site , lovely staff greet you , explain things to you ... and the hot springs are just wonderful !
Thank you for sharing your lovely review. We’re delighted everything from booking and parking through to your arrival and bathing experience felt easy and welcoming. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to our team, and we hope to welcome you back to the Hot Springs again soon.
We were very disappointed 😞 when we visited yesterday. Being a Saturday it was busy, elbow to elbow in each pool. When asked staff about capped capacity they said they were at capacity at 120 people !!! We were floored. 3 pools were closed for reno and it was so cramped. I have been a couple of times before during the week. Don't go weekends and certainly not school holidays.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry your recent visit did not provide the relaxing experience you had enjoyed previously. Guest numbers are capped in line with the Sanctuary’s operating capacity; Saturdays and school holidays are naturally higher demand periods. The Sanctuary offers 15 bathing pools, and the areas you noticed were not existing pools closed for renovation, but spaces being prepared for new experiences. We appreciate your comments and our team will take your feedback into consideration. For a quieter experience, we recommend visiting on a weekday or selecting one of our lower-demand session times. We hope to welcome you back again.
We had a good time, 2hrs was heaps of time. Change rooms etc excellent. Variety of pools and different temps was great
Thank you for sharing your experience, Peter. We're so pleased you and your friend were able to join us and enjoy a relaxing day trip at the Hot Springs. We’re sorry to hear you weren’t aware of the need to book a session in advance, and appreciate your understanding on the day. It’s great to hear our team was able to accommodate you, and that you found the two-hour session gave you plenty of time to enjoy the variety of pools and temperatures on offer. We’re also glad the facilities helped make your visit comfortable and enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another soak.
I was not as excited when I got there seeing many people in the pools trying each one. There was a lot of movement and noise The temperature was too hot most and
Hi Kathy, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re sorry to hear that your visit didn’t feel as relaxing as you had hoped. The atmosphere can vary throughout the day, and at peak times there is naturally more movement and energy across the pools. For a quieter experience, we often recommend visiting during our off-peak periods or earlier/later sessions, when the Sanctuary tends to feel more spacious. In regard to the temperatures, our geothermal pools range from 37-41 degrees, we don't set the pools. In this instance, coming on a cooler day or alternating between the cold plunge or time out of the pools might be more suited to your needs. We understand that comfort can be very personal, and we appreciate you sharing this as it helps us continue to refine the experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back at a time that feels more aligned with the peaceful experience you were looking for.
Very enjoyable, the ambience was lovely. The hot springs were delightful. You’re able to experience all the different springs at your leisure .The caves were amazing.
Admission fee was exorbitant. We had travelled by public transport so didn’t have towels. $6 extra each for a towel and $8 locker hire which came to $134 for 2 adults. Some of the pools were lovely and certainly relaxing. The change rooms, lockers and toilets were spacious and clean. The area where the pools were was a lot smaller than we had anticipated. Some pools were way too hot and small so it did not help that there was a large number of (loud) people, especially groups. Cameras over every pool also felt a little OTT. Everyone was herded in at the same time from reception, which felt unnatural from the start. If I was to return I would go at a very quiet time, take our own towels and water. There were two water stations in the pool area but both had no water. That seemed a big miss given some people will overheat easily. We left after an hour as it was anything but relaxing. It was loud, noisy and sadly, over rated. A positive was each pool had a small intro plaque with depth, number of steps and type of pool. Some were difficult to get out of as only some had hand rails. The staff were mostly pleasant: but no one took the time to explain the set up and experience. Treated like you were privileged to be there but certainly did not feel like that !
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We’re really sorry to hear that your first visit didn’t feel as relaxing or enjoyable as you had hoped. We understand your concerns around pricing, particularly when additional items like towels and lockers. Our model is designed to keep entry as flexible as possible by allowing guests to choose what they need, however we appreciate that this can feel like it adds up, especially when travelling without your own items. It’s great to hear you found some of the pools relaxing and the facilities clean and spacious, though we’re disappointed the overall environment felt too noisy. The Sanctuary can vary depending on the time of day, and for a quieter experience we generally recommend visiting during off-peak periods where the pace is slower. In regard to temperatures, our geothermal water comes from underneath the ground at 42 degrees and its dispersed into the pools varying between 37-41 degrees, we don't set them. Though we understand some may feel too warm depending on personal preference, it's always recommended to either have more regular breaks or alternate between hot and cold. We’re also sorry to hear about the water stations not being filled during your visit — this is certainly not the standard we aim for and will be followed up with our team. We appreciate your feedback around the arrival experience and communication from staff. Feeling welcomed and informed from the beginning is an important part of the visit, and we’re sorry this wasn’t reflected on the day you were here. Regarding cameras, these are in place purely for guest safety and monitoring, however we appreciate you sharing your perspective. Thank you again for your honest feedback. While we’re sorry this visit fell short, we do hope there’s an opportunity to welcome you back at a quieter time for a more relaxing and comfortable experience.
Sorely disappointed. The pools were ok but if visiting the area and considering this an activity, I would give it a miss. The locker room is unisex. No shampoo. Hair dryers at front desk so you need to ask for them. Salt room was not operational and no other saunas near the spa. The most minimal basic spa I have ever been to. If a tourist I would spent time and money doing other activities!
Hi Brad, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really sorry to hear that your visit didn’t meet expectations. To clarify, our changing facilities are not a unisex changeroom. The space you’re referring to is our shared locker area, with private cubicles available for guests to change comfortably. We appreciate that this setup may not suit everyone, and your feedback is important for us to hear. We also understand your comments around amenities. Hair dryers are available on request from our team, and while we keep our offering intentionally simple, we recognise that this may differ from what some guests expect from a spa-style experience. In regard to the Salt Room, we apologise that it was not operational during your visit. We aim to communicate any changes to available experiences as clearly as possible. We truly value your feedback and will take it on board as we continue to improve. While we’re sorry this visit fell short, we do hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future for a more positive experience.
Wow, Wow, Wow. Do not miss this facility on your Great Ocean Road itinerary and allow time to arrive for your whole two hours
Hi there, Thank you for your glowing review. We're so pleased to hear you had a wonderful hot springs experience while visiting. Thank you for sharing your great tip with others to arrive early, as it allows for the best experience when you're not rushed or potentially missing out on your session time :) We hope to see you again in the future.
