Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has earned national recognition at the 2025 Spa & Wellness Awards, named Most Unique Property. The venue was also featured in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list. Published yearly by the global travel authority, this list features the top 50 must-visit destinations and essential experiences for next year from around the globe….
Fresh from being crowned one of the Top 10 Places to Relax and Rejuvenate in 2025 at the SMH Traveller Awards, Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa have marked the occasion by unveiling a vibrant refresh of its onsite café rooted in culture, nature and community: Te Rourou. Whether you’re fresh from the spa…
Make your next girls’ weekend getaway unforgettable with a spa day in Rotorua. Discover group packages that are perfect for friends at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa.
With the new spring season comes the opportunity to cleanse and declutter. Discover how to perform a spring clean on your mind at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa.
This year marks the 50 year celebration of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. Yet, with only 4.3 percent of Aotearoa able to hold a conversation in te reo Māori, the wero (challenge) has been laid to businesses to do their part to preserve the taonga. Since its inception in 1975, Te wiki o Te…
Celebrate Father’s Day in Rotorua with a gift rooted in Māori tradition. Discover Wai Ariki’s hot springs packages – indulgent, restorative, and meaningful
