Cape Town in Winters is freezing badly but is offering you a good time to warm up yourself at the natural hot springs. If you wanna get down with some cabin fever in these colder months, then soon you will explore some places just a short drive away from the city.
These escape places offer you a picturesque backdrop, cosy ambience and natural hot springs. Western Cape is genuinely a great place and home to some amazing natural hot springs, for a winter getaway. Yet you can still enjoy the outdoors no matter what time of the year it is.
Add these luxurious hot springs coupled with relaxing accommodation and leisure activities to get rid of the winter chill. Check out these epic destinations listed by Love Cape Town for you:
The Baths Natural Hot Springs
Looking for an idyllic resort with natural springs reaching 43 degrees celsius with a good amount of history delivery, then The Baths is for you. The hot spring is located near Citrusdal, which is a small town at the base of the Cederberg mountains amidst lush farmlands.
It is a spring that flows from an artesian well, date all the way back to the year 1739 when the Dutch East India Company constructed a building and bath huts to facilitate bathing in the springs. However, the history of the area can be traced much further back, so it is worth visiting the nearby San Rock Art.
There is no shortage of activities in Citrusdal where the visitors can go for some hiking, play a few rounds of golf, or explore the scenic surroundings on horseback. The accommodation options include chalets, flats, caravans and camping sites.
Calitzdorp Hot Springs
The famous Calitzdorp Hot Springs offers a tranquil and relaxing retreat in the Klein Karoo mountains with water temperatures that reach upto a comfortable 50 degrees celsius. If the heat gets too high, there are two cold pools to cool off in and provides a variety of sports facilities to use. However, the real draw of this resort, is the magnificent flora and fauna set against a picturesque backdrop.
Calitzberg Hot Springs is also a great delight for bird watchers with a dedicated birdwatching spot to absorb all the sights and sounds of over 72 different species. Here, the visitors can choose from a variety of chalets to accommodate large or small groups or opt for the immersive campsite with your pick of caravans or tents. The activities range from wine tasting to fruit picking, hiking, and even the occasional outdoor festivals.
Warmwaterberg Spa
Warmwaterberg Spa is another Route 62 gem away located between Barrydale and Ladismith. The mineral hot spring is situated on a large property that offers self-catering accommodation (houses, chalets, caravans, or camping facilities), a restaurant, and a spa.
The nearby Barrydale, deserves a well worth visit, especially during the tourist season when visitors flock to the town to hang out at the local markets as well as their annual sporting events and spring festival.
Caledon Hotel & Spa
Well known to locals, The Caledon Hotel and Spa is a popular and foremost choice for Capetonians. It’s just over an hour away from the city (about 113km) and is a great spot weekend away or even a great place for day trip.
This Overberg retreat boasts not only their natural hot springs but also the hundred-year-old Victorian Bath and an award-winning spa. It counts among well-appointed accommodations that offer the choice of their standard rooms, superior rooms, or a suite for extra space and comfort.
AKTV Goudini Spa
A true fan-favourite hotspot with a long history of being the resort of choice for Cape Town locals, AKTV Goudini Spa is a must visit. Located in the picturesque Boland area, just 95.5km away from Cape Town central, ‘Goudini’ (as it’s known to the locals) has no shortage of activities.
From its mineral pools, to its supertube, tennis and volleyball courts, and games room it entertains you with everything. The accommodation is self-catering and fully equipped with an array of offerings to cater for large or small groups.
The Guests can choose from the Boland Houses (6 or 8-sleeper units), Badsberg Flats (5 or 6-sleeper units), Slanghoek Villas (6-sleeper units), or the Rondawels (4 to 6-sleeper units).
Montagu Springs
Montagu is a charming little town surrounded by the Langeberg Mountains and known for its rich agricultural heritage (vineyards and orchards abound!) and, of course, its renowned natural hot springs.
The resort is located on the famous Route 62, a scenic road connecting the Western Cape and the Eastern Cape and known for spectacular views and some of South Africa’s most remarkable ecology. It stretches for 850km and offers unique opportunities to visit and support small farming villages and boasts the title of the longest wine route in the world!
Aside from the stunning location, the resort itself is fully equipped with a myriad of activities including sports facilities (tennis, cycling, football, and volleyball), multiple swimming pools both heated and cold for the warmer days, as well as playgrounds and a games room for kids.
Accommodation they offer also includes large and small chalets in a variety of different styles, or private villas nestled away in the slightly higher reaches of the resort.