Taking a break from the routine for a vacation is always a good idea, but the definition of paradise could be very different for everyone. If you are team hot water, you will love these hot springs near CDMX.
But what is the difference between a mineral water site and a hot spring? Hot springs are waters that gush out of the ground at more than 5°C higher than the surface temperature.
The best? They are said to have healing properties because they are rich in various mineral components and lend themselves to therapeutic use through baths, inhalations, irrigations and more. But without further ado, we tell you where you can find these hot spring paradises.
1. Ixtapan Water Park
This hot springs site is one of the favorites due to its proximity to Mexico City and Toluca. It opened its doors in 1939 and since then it has not stopped being visited frequently.
What awaits you? Swimming pools, slides, wave pool, children’s games, an artificial river and even a little train to go around the park . Perfect to go with kids!
🚗 2 hours from CDMX
Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Cost $330 per person, children up to 1.30m $205 and children under 90cm get in free.
Plaza de San Gaspar S/N, 51900 Ixtapan de la Sal, México
2. Balneario El Géiser Spa
Located in the Magical Town of Tecozautla, Hidalgo, is this hot springs spa near Mexico City. What’s special about it? It is a volcano vent and its hot springs are at 95ºC.
This space is open 365 days a year, so you can visit it on the days that best suit you even if it’s not a vacation.
🚗 2 hours from CDMX
Open 365 days a year from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Cost $150 per person. Children over 95cm pay general admission
El Geiser S/N, Uxdejhé, Tecozautla, Hgo.
3. Las Huertas Spa
This hot springs spa near Mexico City is located in the state of Morelos, and you won’t want to miss it, as it is surrounded by lush vegetation.
What’s special about it? They give you the option to camp so you can enjoy an ecotourism experience to the fullest.
2 and a half hours from CDMX.
Open 365 days a year from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Cost $100 per person. Children up to 1,20m $80. Children under 90cm get in for free
Mexico-Acapulco Highway km. 149 Tlaquiltenango, Morelos
4. Spa Las Termas Atotonilco
This place has six hot springs, and you can enjoy swimming pools, splash pools, slides, green areas, sports courts, an aquatube and more.
🚗 2 and a half hours from CDMX.
Open 365 days from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cost $120 per person. Children $100
Calle Las Termas, 62925 Centro Atotonilco, Morelos
5. El Tephé Water Park
This hot springs site near CDMX is located in the state of Hidalgo. Here children and adults can have fun.
What’s special about it? A 20-meter high artificial geyser and its relaxing massages, so it will be a vacation for everyone.
3 hours from CDMX.
Open 365 days a year from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost $150 pesos per person from Monday to Friday. Weekend $230 pesos
Mexico – Laredo Highway km 152, El Tephé, Ixmiquilpan Hidalgo.
6. La Heredad Ecotourism Center
This spa and eco-tourism center offers cabins, camping area, restaurant, bar and thermal water pools.
What’s special about it? They are the only spa with a steam vault, so you can enjoy a paradise of relaxation where there are massages and tranquility.
🚗 3 hours away from CDMX.
Open 365 days from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
General cost $100 per person. Children under 1 m are free
San Juanico S/N La Heredad, 42302 Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo
7. Tolantongo Caves
Perhaps the most photographed hot springs site near Mexico City, it is literally a paradise with incredible views.
Here you will find caves, tunnels, trails, waterfalls and its magnificent thermal water pools with temperatures ranging from 36ºC to 38ºC.
3 hours 40 minutes from CDMX.
Open 365 days from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost $200 pesos per person. Parking for $30 pesos
San Cristobal Municipality of Cardonal, Hidalgo, Mexico. CP. 42370