Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Experience cultural wellness at our award-winning adult Spa located on the foreshore of Lake Rotorua.
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This new luxury spa offers an array of expeiences, including the popular 2hr Restorative Journey - a combination of geothermal heat, water, mud & steam. Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is a luxury spa and wellness centre set to open on Rotorua’s lakefront in early 2023. Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa will deliver health and wellness experiences infused with aut

hentic te arawa and Māori culture, to create a rejuvenating experience to remember and share. With Māori culture at its heart, the development draws on the 650 year legacy of the local Maori tribe, Ngāti Whakaue’s and Rotorua’s famed spa heritage. Its name, Wai Ariki or “chiefly waters”, is a reminder of the origin of Rotorua’s healing thermal waters, which have drawn visitors to the city for more than 130 years. Wai Ariki’s unique features combine with therapeutic mineral waters to deliver a world class bathing, spa and wellness facility that provides a place to relax, sustain and heal. Developed by Pukeroa Oruawhata, in conjunction with acclaimed spa and wellness provider Belgravia Leisure, Wai Ariki will be necessary to visit, and leave a desire to return.

Our spa sanctuary is designed so that every manuhiri (guest) leaves feeling better than when they arrived. We are deligh...
05/08/2026

Our spa sanctuary is designed so that every manuhiri (guest) leaves feeling better than when they arrived. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed our signature massage, and appreciated the care and attention to detail that makes each experience so special.

Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review 🩵

We’re proud to be part of STOKEDNZ’s breast cancer weekend, bringing together breast cancer survivors, those currently o...
04/08/2026

We’re proud to be part of STOKEDNZ’s breast cancer weekend, bringing together breast cancer survivors, those currently on their breast cancer journey, whānau, friends and supporters for connection, kōrero and support 💕

Day two brings everyone to Wai Ariki Spa for a morning centred around our Restorative Journey, a chance to slow down, connect and take some time for yourself.

If you know someone who would love to connect with others on a similar journey, head over and to learn more about this special weekend, how to purchase a ticket and support a cause that touches so many of us.

We can’t wait to welcome you all on 11 October.

All profits donated to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Last year I didn’t even think people would come…

Turns out... I was wrong… and we need more!
More time and space for conversations.

Women who’d never met before sat together for hours. Breast cancer survivors. Mums. Daughters. Best mates. Women supporting women. There were hugs, tears, lots of laughs and so many “me too” moments.

When the boat got back, no one wanted to leave.

We ended up back at the café... and then the café closed... and people were still standing around chatting.

So when we started planning this year, the feedback was pretty clear.

More time together.

That’s exactly why Day 2 exists.

We’ve teamed up with the legends at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa to spend the morning slowing down together. Think hot pools, sauna, steam rooms, cold plunges, clay rituals and all the good stuff that makes you leave feeling totally pampered. One of those days we want, probably need but never have time for 🫣

Day 2 is open to everyone. (Day 1 female only)

Bring your partner. Your mum. Your sister. Your best mate. Heck, bring your dad if he wants a spa day. ❤️

And because so many people are travelling, we’ve added a camping option too. Stay the night, share a few laughs around the campfire and make a proper weekend of it.

This has become so much bigger than a fundraiser.

It’s a weekend about connection, community and raising money for a cause that touches so many of us.

I genuinely can’t wait to share it with all of the epic humans coming.

Questions - ask away 😘

August marks your final opportunity to experience our Winter wellness offers.Whether you're seeking relaxation, rejuvena...
02/08/2026

August marks your final opportunity to experience our Winter wellness offers.

Whether you're seeking relaxation, rejuvenation, or a moment to reconnect with friends and loved ones, we have the perfect package waiting for you ✨

Book our Winter wellness experiences here: https://www.wai-ariki.co.nz/seasonal-offer-winter/

Until the end of August, enjoy a private geothermal pool experience for two for just $99.Relax, reconnect and unwind tog...
31/07/2026

Until the end of August, enjoy a private geothermal pool experience for two for just $99.

Relax, reconnect and unwind together in your own private pool. With stunning views across Lake Rotorua, it's the perfect date night escape.

Book your spot today: https://www.wai-ariki.co.nz/bathing/private-geothermal-pool/

We're blessed to provide manuhiri with an experience that nurtures their taha tinana (physical wellbeing), taha hinengar...
29/07/2026

We're blessed to provide manuhiri with an experience that nurtures their taha tinana (physical wellbeing), taha hinengaro (mental wellbeing) and taha wairua (spiritual wellbeing).

Ngā mihi nui for your kind words 🤍

Discover what’s new at Te Aronui our onsite gift store at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa. We're excited to welcome Praise...
28/07/2026

Discover what’s new at Te Aronui our onsite gift store at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa.

We're excited to welcome Praisenme to our collection, alongside new arrivals from favourites BO & KO Aotearoa & AWHI our Brand of the Month.

Whether you're looking for a thoughtful gift, a special taonga, beautiful jewellery, or something to treat yourself, you'll find plenty to explore in our carefully selected range.

We're open late, so take your time browsing before or after your spa experience.

📍 Visit Te Aronui gift store at Wai Ariki Spa

27/07/2026

Reconnect with a luxurious spa experience at Wai Ariki 🤎

Our packages for two combine revitalising spa treatments, soothing mineral bathing, and food and beverage options, all designed to promote wellness and harmony.

Book your next date night at https://www.wai-ariki.co.nz/packages/packages-for-two/

Take a moment for yourself and rejuvenate dry winter skin with our range of hydrating facials.Book your spot in our Āhur...
26/07/2026

Take a moment for yourself and rejuvenate dry winter skin with our range of hydrating facials.

Book your spot in our Āhuru Mōwai (Spa Sanctuary) today: https://loom.ly/XN-xb6c

Parents, consider this your invitation to pause.With the kids back in school, indulge in some well-deserved me-time. Whe...
23/07/2026

Parents, consider this your invitation to pause.

With the kids back in school, indulge in some well-deserved me-time. Whether it be with a massage, facial, or bathing experience, Wai Ariki awaits to embrace you with its magic ✨

Address

1047 Whakaue Street
Rotorua
3010

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 10:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 10:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 10:30pm
Thursday 9am - 10:30pm
Friday 9am - 10:30pm
Saturday 9am - 10:30pm
Sunday 9am - 10:30pm

Telephone

+6473497111

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