The best natural pools in Granada

Water is a vital source of health and well-being, offering the most natural way to hydrate both inside and out. For this reason, thermal waters—those warm streams that rise to the Earth’s surface in spectacular locations—provide the perfect opportunity to relax body and mind in the open air.

At Hammam, we guide you to the best natural hot springs in Granada, helping you find spaces where disconnection, joy, and nature come together.

5 Hot Springs in Granada to Bathe In

Immersing yourself in high-temperature waters can stimulate circulation, oxygenate skin tissues, and speed up the elimination of toxins. When you combine these benefits with direct contact with nature, you create one of the most rewarding experiences for both body and mind.

Best of all, some of these spectacular places are surprisingly close. Let’s discover five natural hot springs in Granada that are worth visiting.

Alhama Hot Springs

We begin our list with Alhama, a town whose very name comes from the Arabic Al Hammam, meaning “the baths” or “natural hot springs.”

Here you’ll find three thermal water sources reaching 42°C (107°F): Baño Viejo, Baño Nuevo, and Huerta Rodero. These springs feed three public pools, where you can enjoy the water’s warmth and notice how it cools the farther you move from the source.

Santa Fe Hot Springs

Hidden in the Dehesa de Santa Fe park, surrounded by olive trees, lie thermal waters that can reach up to 40°C (104°F). Rich in calcium, magnesium, and sulfate, they are known for their therapeutic properties, especially in treating skin conditions like eczema or acne, and reducing inflammation.

Around fifteen meters wide, the main pool flows into several smaller ones, creating an impressive natural cascade.

Zújar Thermal Pool

Years ago, the receding waters of the Negratín reservoir revealed a true natural wonder: a thirty-meter-long and twelve-meter-wide pool with striking turquoise waters, valued for their skin-nourishing qualities.

Located on Jabalcón Mountain at the reservoir’s edge, some areas reach a depth of two meters. If you’re not fully confident in the water, it’s best to practice beforehand. Still, this is one of Granada’s most remarkable hot springs, maintaining a steady temperature of about 32°C (90°F) year-round.

Urquízar Baths

In the Lecrín Valley, near the town of Dúrcal, you’ll find the Baño Grande (or Vacamía) and Baño Chico pools, once used by the Arabs for processing esparto grass and flax.

Baño Grande measures around twenty square meters, while Baño Chico actually consists of two smaller pools. Known locally as “healing waters,” they flow at a pleasant 24°C (75°F), making them ideal for relaxing in nature.

Fuencaliente Spring

In Huéscar, waters from the Montilla and La Encantada mountain ranges emerge at 19°C (66°F) in the Fuencaliente thermal springs. With a flow rate of 180 liters per second, they constantly feed a large, clear natural pool.

The site is equipped with shaded areas, sports facilities, and recreational spaces—perfect for enjoying with family or friends. However, keep in mind that in summer, it can get quite crowded, so it’s best to visit in quieter months for a more peaceful experience.