Hot Pools in Rotorua

Rotorua Hot Pools

Rotorua sits on one of the most active geothermal fields in New Zealand, and soaking in naturally heated mineral water is one of the best ways to end a day in the region. Our Rotorua hot pools cover the Polynesian Spa, Hell's Gate geothermal mud baths, private forest hot tubs, Wai Ariki spa treatments and combo packages that pair hot pools with rafting, ziplining or kayaking.

Polynesian Spa on Lake Rotorua

The Family Hot Pools suit a relaxed soak with children, the Pavilion Adult Pools keep things adults only, the Deluxe Lake Spa adds private pools looking over Lake Rotorua, and the Sky View Private Hot Pools covers an even more secluded soak with scenic views.

Hell's Gate Geothermal Mud Baths

The Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa and The Full Experience at Hell's Gate both pair a walk through the reserve's boiling mud pools and hot springs with a soak in the onsite mud bath, one of the most active geothermal sites in the region.

Private Forest Hot Tubs and Luxury Spa Treatments

The Secret Spot Hot Tubs puts you in a private cedar hot tub heated to 39.9 degrees among native forest, while the Restorative Journey at Wai Ariki pairs geothermal bathing with a full spa treatment.

Combine Hot Pools with Rafting, Ziplining or Kayaking

The Grade 5 River Rafting & Hell's Gate Mud Bath Combo pairs the Kaituna River with a soak afterward, the Rotorua Ziplines, Rafting & Hot Pools Combo and Ziplining & Hot Pool Combo both finish an adventure day with hot pools, and the Evening Gourmet Kayak Tour & Hot Pools Entry paddles to a hot pool only reachable by water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best known hot pools experience in Rotorua? The Polynesian Spa on Lake Rotorua is the region's best known hot pools, with family, adult only and private pool options.

What makes Hell's Gate different from other hot pools? Hell's Gate pairs a walk through an active geothermal reserve with boiling mud pools and hot springs, finishing in an onsite mud bath rather than a standard soak.

Is there a private hot pool option in Rotorua? Yes, the Secret Spot Hot Tubs offer a private cedar hot tub in native forest, and the Polynesian Spa also has private Sky View pools.

Can I combine hot pools with an adventure activity in Rotorua? Yes, several combos pair hot pools with rafting on the Kaituna River, ziplining, or an evening kayak tour to a pool reachable only by water.

How hot are the private forest hot tubs in Rotorua? The Secret Spot Hot Tubs are heated to 39.9 degrees Celsius, set among native forest for a private soak.