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
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
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
A fantastic and serene experience. Multiple pools at different temperatures let everyone find their perfect heat. The natural setting is stunning—soft lighting, steam rising from the water, and lush greenery create a magical atmosphere. Adults-only is a big plus for quiet relaxation. We even had great chats with friendly locals. An unforgettable, peaceful soak and a must-visit when in Taupō.
Not over crowded, good price. Different temperatures catered to all our family. Will be back again
Absolutely enjoyed our experience at Wairakei Thermal Hot Pools Staff were welcoming and helpful - facilities were extremely well maintained, thoughtfully designed - a pleasure to spend time in such a well presented relaxing environment. A credit to everyone involved We have been telling everyone how great it is
Gorgeous pools -lovely surroundings
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Brendon fromNew Zealand wrote on 28 September 2025
Pools great, rest average
Pools area really nice but reception and changing rooms not great when large groups arrive at the same time as areas all packed. Having lockers in men’s or women’s a pain for couples to use one for all gear. If those areas were made bigger it would be 5 star.