I have to assume that the idea for this article came about for personal reasons. I love hot springs, even in summer, and I was looking for some destinations not far from the capital. I thought to myself: I must not be the only person who shies away from cold sea water or waterfalls! So if you also prefer to relax in the warmth, check out some of the towns with thermal waters in the interior of São Paulo.
Santa Barbara waters
The small town about 300 km from the capital of São Paulo offers several leisure options in the middle of nature. At Balneário Mizael Marques Sobrinho, you can access the town’s medicinal water springs.
According to Águas de Santa Barbara City Hall radioactive alkaline medicinal water is used for the prevention and treatment of various diseases.
The municipal spa has a structure with baths for individual treatments, ofuro, sauna, indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Visiting the site is free, but the treatments are paid for.
When looking for the best accommodation options, I found the Green Village Hotel. The resort has a structure for those who want to enjoy the benefits of thermal waters without sacrificing comfort.
Here, guests can enjoy swimming pools, a sauna, a waterfall and a spa. In addition, mineral water is complimentary.
Águas de São Pedro
The smallest municipality in São Paulo, located 187 km from São Paulo, is one of the eleven municipalities in São Paulo considered to be hydromineral resorts in the state.
At Balneário Municipal Dr. Octávio Moura Andrade, you can enjoy the waters and treatments of the Thermal SPA. There are three types of water here: the Fountain of Youth, the Gioconda Fountain and the Almeida Salles Fountain. Each of them has medicinal and healing properties.
For accommodation, my favorite cost-benefit option was the Piccola Pousada, which has 10 suites, some of which allow you to bring your pet. There is also a swimming pool, an interior garden and breakfast included in the night’s stay.
Ibirá
Ibirá is 425km from the capital, between the cities of Catanduva and São José do Rio Preto. Five sources make up the hydromineral complex of Termas de Ibirá where you can enjoy vanadium, alkaline and bicarbonate mineral waters, among others.
Visitors can enjoy the pools, lakes, small islet and mini-peninsula in a space that allows them to truly immerse themselves in nature. In addition, you can pay for services such as massage, immersion baths and many others.
I found it a bit difficult to find accommodation, at least online. On the big booking sites, I found few options and on the City Hall website, most of them didn’t have a website or photos (making it difficult to choose), but you can take a look at the list at the city’s official tourist guide.
Águas de Lindóia
180 km from São Paulo, Águas de Lindóia is considered the thermal capital of Brazil. That’s why it’s the best known and most visited.
Currently, the Municipal Spa of Águas de Lindóia not only offers baths to treat ailments, but also relaxing and moisturizing baths, massages, lymphatic drainage, Scottish showers and other services.
There is no shortage of accommodation options to suit every style of traveler and budget. In other words, you can search without fear and you won’t be short of options. In any case Morro Verde Inn i think it’s the perfect combination of proximity to the center and contact with nature.
Olympia
Around 430 km from the capital, Olímpia is home to the Thermas dos Laranjais water park. The hot springs park is the fifth largest in the world and the most visited in Latin America.
This is the right choice if you have children, because the structure is perfect for fun for all ages.
The Wyndham Olímpia Royal Hotels is considered one of the best hotels in Olímpia. It is located next to Thermas dos Laranjais and has an exclusive entrance to the park.
Lins
In the center-west of the state, Lins is another key destination for those looking to relax with thermal waters in São Paulo. The quiet town promises a sigh of tranquillity for visitors, being approximately 430km from the capital.
For accommodation, we recommend the Blue Tree Thermas de Lins resort. The complex is full of comfort and tranquillity for guests, with a spa, massages and various special baths. In other words, an unmissable destination for relaxation!