While drifting through the ocean waves and basking under the beating sun are simple pleasures many enjoy, it’s important to incorporate a mix of relaxation and self-care activities into your monthly, weekly or daily routine.

Whether you spend every day under the sun, or the occasional one-off beach adventure – it’s important to take regular respite from the elements.

When you feel it’s time to stop and unwind, one of the best ways to switch off is by escaping to one of the Gold Coast’s most serene bathhouses.

For the ultimate places to slow down, de-stress and rejuvenate on the Gold Coast, explore our top 5 Gold Coast bathhouses below.

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Soak Bathhouse

Say goodbye to your phone and worries for a few hours at Soak Bathhouse. While this communal bathhouse boasts feelings of absolute tranquility and escape from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, it’s actually situated in the heart of Mermaid Beach – perfectly blending city life with the restorative magic of the natural world. Reward yourself after a week of hard work, or head there for a new experience, with indoor and outdoor mineral baths, hot spas, plunge pools, steam rooms and more. There are also a number of relaxing private experiences to choose from.

Soak Bathhouse

Greenhouse the Bathhouse

Joy is found in life’s simple pleasures. So, soak, sweat, steam and repeat at Greenhouse the Bathhouse in Tallebudgera Valley. It’s a communal bathhouse with heated magnesium-infused hydrotherapy spas, magnesium plunge pools, wet steam rooms and red cedar saunas. This sensationally tranquil space also has a garden lounge area for out-of-water relaxing.

Greenhouse the Bathhouse

The Bathhouse at Ground

Escape daily pressures and leave feeling better, happier and lighter after a session at The Bathhouse At Ground – situated within the lush rainforest of Currumbin Valley. This bathhouse has a number of mineral-rich hydrotherapy spas, plunge pools and traditional cedar hot tubs. If you’re looking for a spot with a bit extra to offer – The Bathhouse at Ground has a therapeutic cold bath, a large wood fired hot stone sauna, and an outdoor infra red sauna. Nature is blended into the design of this bathhouse, with every inch of the space breathing relaxation.

The Bathhouse at Ground

Native State

There’s nothing like the feeling of warm mineral-rich water on your skin. Feel that and so much more at the serene haven that is Native State in Coolangatta. This bathhouse is guided by four wellness principles: re-centre, rebuild, reinforce, and realise. Whether you want to integrate wellness into your everyday routine, or just spend a day taking a break from the pressures of daily life – Native State is where luxury and wellbeing come together.

Native State

Verandah House Wellness Spa

While it’s on the pricier side, Verandah House Wellness Spa is on our list for its completely unique and special offerings thanks to its overlooking panoramic views of the Gold Coast. Where else can you get such an exquisite relaxation experience? Located within Tamborine Mountain hotel, this bathhouse has breathtaking views and tranquility. You don’t have to be a guest at the hotel to book this experience, just book and turn up to embrace mountain life in style with a range of body treatments and massages, facials, scalp massages, decompression and more.

Verandah House Wellness Spa