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Waikite Valley Thermal Pools

1,092 Reviews

#12 of 68 things to do in Rotorua

Nature & Parks, Hot Springs & Geysers

Waikite Valley | Rd1, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand

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“thoroughly enjoyed”

We arrived later in the day like 5pm or so. It was a weekday in Jan. and not at all crowded which... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

islandcameo

Auckland, New Zealand

“Hot stuff !”

Great experience bathing in the pools in a natural setting. It was not busy when I was there with a... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

Geri B

Horsham, United Kingdom

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4.5 1,092 reviews

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Average5%
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Terrible1%

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“thermal pools”(196 reviews)

“eco trail”(56 reviews)

“private pool”(90 reviews)

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Waikite Valley Thermal Pools provides the opportunity to relax and experience the pure natural geothermal waters from the Te Manaroa Spring. Facilities include The Pukeko in the Ponga Tree Cafe, a splash pool with adjoining toddlers play area...more

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Waikite Valley | Rd1, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand

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islandcameo

Auckland, New Zealand

396

Reviewed 1 week ago

thoroughly enjoyed

We arrived later in the day like 5pm or so. It was a weekday in Jan. and not at all crowded which made it perfect. It was $18 to enter for adult and only an extra 5-8$ to get a private spa for 45 min...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank islandcameo

Geri B

Horsham, United Kingdom

2310

Reviewed 1 week ago

Hot stuff !

Great experience bathing in the pools in a natural setting. It was not busy when I was there with a maximum of 3/4 people in each pool.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Geri B

Jan G

132

Reviewed 1 week ago

Relaxing, clean and inviting

We visited here, it has been 14 years since we were here last. What a transformation. 6 more pools, a great way to end a great week in the greater Rotorua area. The pools are clean, the changing rooms are clean. A really great experience....More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Jan G

raodevi10

Canberra, Australia

255

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

HAL MS NOORDAM 12Nights Cruise from Sydney to Auckland NZ

Day Trip - Drive a Go-Rental Auto Sedan to Whitianga Geo-Thermal Pool-Spa situated in Coromandel Peninsula 200km from Auckland City; 90min Spa Therapy immersing, soaking in Natural Mineral Rich Hot Water Pools set in the most sublime n' tranquil surroundings...must see & experience the unique...More

Date of experience: March 2018

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Phloxylady2

Toronto, Canada

10716

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Lots of walking on well-signed paths

Though it was a rainy day, we enjoyed our walk along the shortest path to visit all the ponds. Quite an experience! Loved it!

Date of experience: November 2018

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Julie H

Greater Wellington, New Zealand

162

Reviewed 13 January 2019

Great but not a warm day

We visited this after Waiotapu Wonderland on a 27C day. Lunch was sufficient in the cafe. The staff was friendly and provided information. There are lockable lockers and big changerooms and outdoor showers. There were only about 20 other visitors and we soon learnt why....More

Date of experience: January 2019

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revett2016

Santa Rosa, California

41068

Reviewed 9 January 2019 via mobile

Relaxing baths

Come earlier for a clean bath! They drain the pools at 8:30 pm daily and open at 10am...so plan accordingly. We were delighted with their 6 pools. There’s something for everyone...a pool, small hot tubs, hot soaking pool and hot hot soaking pools. There are...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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brucedelaney59

Hamilton, New Zealand

243

Reviewed 7 January 2019

Great for weary travellers

The Waikite thermal pools are a hidden gem, away from the normal hustle bustle of the tourist spots. I first visited the place approx 50years ago when it was being established (as my grandparents owned a farm nearby) then to see it again recently amazed...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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LindsayMast

Fayetteville, Arkansas

7415

Reviewed 5 January 2019

Relaxing, but felt a bit dirty

We went here for a date evening in December. The thermal pools were very relaxing, but the space itself seemed a bit dirty with lots of hair in pools, and just generally not super well kept. I was expecting more of a spa experience, and...More

Date of experience: December 2018

1 Thank LindsayMast

Aimsandbren

Dunedin, New Zealand

206

Reviewed 1 January 2019 via mobile

Something for everyone

We visited as a group of 6 adults and 6 children aged between 4-10 years. There was something to suit everyone. Quiet soak pools with stunning views, a larger cooler children’s pool with shade cover. We enjoyed a good soak here after walking around Wai-O-Tapu...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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farmgurl13

what does the season pass include?

14 October 2017|

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The season pass includes the use of all there spas except the private spas

do you have to pay the admission fee and then the extra $20 if you're wanting the private pool too? or can you book the private pool if thats all you want to use? :)

6 July 2017|

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Hi there if you pay for the private pool or spa plus this also gives you access to the other public pools and Eco trail

julieteng

if i am planning come on june, is he thermal pools open? how much is the entrance ticket and how far from rotorua? thanks julie

21 February 2017|

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Hi Julie The facility is open every day except Christmas from 10 am. I don't recall the exact price, but think it was something like $25-30 per adult for general admission. It's about 30 minutes from Rotorua

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