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On the shores of Lake Rotorua, Wai Ariki is a luxury Māori cultural wellness destination, built on the legacy of Ngāti Whakaue healing practices.
WE INVITE YOU TO EXPERIENCE
WAI ARIKI, WHERE HEALING WATERS AND MĀORI CULTURE MEET
Step into Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua, a place where Ngāti Whakaue culture, healing traditions, and warm hospitality converge. Nestled by the captivating Lake Rotorua, its name, ‘Chiefly Waters,’ reflects the majesty it holds.
Owned and curated by the local iwi (tribe), you’ll discover the signiture Wai Whakaora – Restorative Journey, a spa experience that is a journey to restoration, and the exclusive sanctuary, Āhuru Mōwai, both deeply rooted in Māori values. From thermal pools, a geothermal mud lounge, massage, facials and more, experience a world of uniqueness that transcends borders and touches hearts. Wai Ariki awaits to embrace you with its magic.
Wai Whakaora
Restorative Journey
Bathing Across Five Pools + Sauna + Mud + Steam
Embark on a two-hour transformative journey of healing and renewal with Wai Whakaora – the Restorative Journey. This unique, two-hour immersive wellness experience blends the natural elements of geothermal heat, water, mud, and steam with the rich cultural traditions of Ngāti Whakaue. Your seven-step therapeutic journey is purposefully designed to relax and rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit, offering a deeply grounding escape unlike any other. Feel the warmth of Rotorua’s geothermal waters, the soothing embrace of steam, and the restorative power of mineral-rich mud as you reconnect with yourself.
2 hours
$175
WAI WHAKATĀ
Restorative Bathing
Bathing Across Five Pools
Step into a sanctuary of warmth and renewal with Wai Whakatā, a one-hour restorative bathing experience at Wai Ariki. Designed to soothe both body and mind this one-hour experience offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and reconnect. Immerse yourself in five distinctive pools, each offering a blend of warmth and therapeutic properties. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful escape or moment of stillness, Wai Whakatā invites you to unwind, reflect, and experience the healing power of water.
60 Minutes
$99
Mirimiri Wai Ariki & Āhuru Mōwai
Signature Massage & Sanctuary Bathing
Indulge in a luxury spa experience in Rotorua with our Signature Massage & Sanctuary Bathing package. Begin your journey in the tranquil Sanctuary, where mineral-rich pools, prepare you for ultimate relaxation. Then, surrender to a 90-minute signature massage in, designed to restore harmony between your mauri (vital energy) and wairua (spirit).
2.5 Hours
$315
Āhuru Mōwai + Mirimiri Wai Ariki
Wai Ariki Signature Massage + Bathing
Indulge in a luxury spa experience in Rotorua with our Signature Massage & Sanctuary Bathing package. Begin your journey in the tranquil Sanctuary, where mineral-rich pools, prepare you for ultimate relaxation. Then, surrender to a 90-minute signature massage in, designed to restore harmony between your mauri (vital energy) and wairua (spirit).
2.5 HOURS
$355
Mata Mānuka + Āhuru Mōwai
Mānuka Nourishing Facial + Sanctuary Bathing
Revitalise with Aotearoa’s Mānuka Honey: antibacterial, hydrating, and radiant. Then enjoy a visit to The Sanctuary inviting rest in mineral-rich waters, drawn directly from the source, for a unique and rejuvenating thermal escape.
120 Minutes
$245
Wai Whakaora & Āhuru Mōwai
Restorative Journey & Sanctuary Bathing
The Sanctuary (Āhuru Mōwai) is a luxurious haven that provides a place of peace, tranquillity and calm for visitors (manuhiri) to experience traditional Ngāti Whakaue therapies in unique spaces that directly reflect our centuries-old legacy in this region.
180 Minutes
$270
Give the Gift of Wellness
A Thoughtful Gift for Mind, Body & Spirit
Celebrate the season with a restorative experience that goes beyond the ordinary. A Wai Ariki Spa gift voucher is more than a present, it’s a journey of connection, renewal, and deep cultural healing inspired by Ngāti Whakaue traditions.
Explore the gift voucher options below and share the gift of wellness with someone special.
PRIVATE BATHING, SPA TREATMENTS & SEASONAL OFFERS
puna Tūmataiti
Private Geothermal Pools
Experience the restorative power of Rotorua’s geothermal waters in your own private bathing suite at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa. Overlooking Lake Rotorua, our private pools are perfect for couples, or friends seeking a luxury spa experience in complete privacy.
ngāwha
Private Geothermal Baths
Enjoy the healing benefits of Wai Ariki’s mineral-rich geothermal waters in a serene, private setting with our Ngāwha baths. Perfect for individuals, couples, or friends seeking a luxury spa experience in Rotorua, this private bathing ritual is designed to restore balance and soothe the senses. Indulge in a luxurious soak infused with geothermal mud, mineral salts, and herbal blends
RAUMATI
Discover Summer at Wai Ariki
Our Raumati (Summer) packages are designed to rejuvenate your body and mind, offering the perfect balance of warmth, healing, and indulgence.
Operating Hours
Wai Ariki is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Restorative Journey Wai Whakaora
2 Hour Cultural Wellness Experience
Daily: 9:00AM – 10:00PM (Latest arrival 8:30PM)
Bathing
Daily: 9:00AM – 8.30PM
Private Pools
Daily: 9:00AM – 10:00PM (Latest arrival 9:00PM)
The Sanctuary Te Āhuru Mōwai
Sanctuary Pools
Daily: 9:00AM – 5.00PM (Latest arrival 4:30PM)
Spa Treatments
Daily: 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Café
Sunday to Thursday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
Friday and Saturday: 9:00AM– 7:00PM
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