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Experience Wairakei Terraces hot pools - a geothermal wonderland with healing and curing properties and one of New Zealand's premier geothermal locations... Adults Only (14yrs +) Opening hours Friday to Wednesday: 8:00am - 9:00pm Thursday: 8:00am - 7.00 pm
Experience Wairakei Terraces hot pools - a geothermal wonderland with healing and curing properties and one of New Zealand's premier geothermal locations...
Adults Only (14yrs +)
Opening hours
Friday to Wednesday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 7.00 pm
Highlights
- One of New Zealand's premier geothermal locations!
- The perfect way to unwind and relax
- Thermal waters boast a range of healing properties including detoxifying and relieving aches and pains
- Pools are Adults Only (ages 14+)
Come and revitalize your mind, body and soul at Wairakei Terraces hot pools - A geothermal wonderland located at the heart of the North Island.
Maori have bathed in the waters of Wairakei for generations and its healing and therapeutic benefits are now receiving worldwide acclaim in the field of natural holistic therapies.
The waters, rich in silica, sulphate, magnesium, potassium and a whole host of other valuable minerals, can assist with a whole array of health ailments. Positioned underneath the silica terraces and a beautiful waterfall, the pools dazzling blue waters provide the perfect surroundings for the ultimate in rest and relaxation.
Let life's daily stresses run free from your mind as you bath and hear the melodic calls of native birds in their natural setting of beautiful cascading water's, breathtaking gushing geyser's and billowing steam's. Come and experience for yourself Wairakei's remarkable healing and curing properties at one of New Zealand's premier geothermal locations.
POOLS ARE ADULT ONLY-14 years and over
Opening hours
Friday to Wednesday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 7.00 pm
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Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyThe pools are incredibly relaxing and beautiful, surrounded by nature (45 people said this).
- emergencyThe staff are friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience (22 people said this).
- emergencyThe variety of pool temperatures is a highlight, catering to everyone's preferences (30 people said this).
- emergencyThe adult-only environment creates a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for unwinding (18 people said this).
- emergencyMany visitors appreciate the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities (25 people said this).
- emergencyThe scenic surroundings and calming sounds of water add to the magical experience (20 people said this).
- star_shineConsider visiting early in the day to avoid crowds.
Bring your own towel for convenience.
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Karen Larisch from New Zealand wrote on 19 February 2026
Awesome Experience
We really enjoyed basking in the pools Thanks to the amazing staff there. Great carvings for sale, too. Will be back for sure.
William Cunliffe from Canada wrote on 18 February 2026
Amazing
My wife and I loved our relaxing visit to the pools. Very clean and relaxing tropical setting with 4 pools at 4 different temperatures. We will definitely recommend this place to friends traveling this way.
Darien McGrath from New Zealand wrote on 18 February 2026
Relaxing
Just blissful. Abit crowded but the experience is a must.
delacy from New Zealand wrote on 18 February 2026
Perfect day of relaxation
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at the hot pools. From the moment I walked in, I felt all my stress melt away. The hot springs were incredibly soothing, and the facilities were clean and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and professional. I left feeling completely rejuvenated and can't wait to come back. Highly recommend!
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Mark Germain from United Kingdom wrote on 19 February 2026
Wonderfully Relaxing
Staff on the counter and poolside were all very friendly and helpful. The 4 pools being at different temperatures allowed us to move around to suit the way we were feeling over time. An enforced 14+ age limit ensured noise was low and a relaxing time in all areas. Parking was easy, and no wait to get in. Only slight niggle was nowhere comfy to sit outside the pools, but the site is quite small so not enough room to do that.