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WE INVITE YOU TO EXPERIENCE, WAI ARIKI HOT SPRINGS AND SPA
Step into Wai Ariki, 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, you’ll discover the Wai Whakaora, a path to restoration, and the exclusive sanctuary, Āhuru Mōwai, both deeply rooted in Māori values. Experience a world of uniqueness that transcends borders and touches hearts. Wai Ariki awaits to embrace you with its magic.
Wai Whakaora
Restorative Journey
Rest and find stillness in a truly unique mineral bathing experience that combines our region’s geothermal mineral waters with the centuries-old legacy of Ngāti Whakaue culture, traditional practices and manaakitanga (caring for people and community).
Āhuru Mōwai
Sanctuary Bathing
Indulge in a premium bathing experience during your visit to the Sanctuary (Āhuru Mōwai) Bathing. Access to Sanctuary Bathing includes our Geothermal Mineral Pools and Stargaze Pool.
Puna Tūmataiti
Private Geothermal Pool
Some manuhiri prefer to indulge in bathing alone or in groups of up to 4. We have several options to enjoy from private pools, to your own mud bath – all with the benefit of Wai Ariki’s mineral-rich geothermal water
Seasonal Offer
Twilight Opera at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa will be held on Saturday 16 November 2024, 7.30pm to 9pm
Frequently asked questions
Before your arrival, we kindly ask you to take a moment to peruse our FAQs and familiarise yourself with our terms and conditions.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Operating Hours
Wai Ariki is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Restorative Journey Wai Whakaora
Pools
Pools Daily: 9:00AM – 10:00PM (Latest arrival 8:00PM)
Summer opening hours: 9:00AM – 11PM (Latest arrival 8:30pm)
Private Pools
Daily: 9:00AM – 9:00PM (Latest arrival 8:00PM)
The Sanctuary Te Āhuru Mōwai
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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