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Waikite Valley Thermal Pools

Waikite Valley | RD1, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
07 333 1861
Ranked #3 of 40 attractions in Rotorua
4.5 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
Type: Hot Springs/ Geysers
Owner description: Waikite Valley Thermal Pools provides the opportunity to relax and experience the pure natural geothermal waters from the Te Manaroa Spring.... more » Owner description: Waikite Valley Thermal Pools provides the opportunity to relax and experience the pure natural geothermal waters from the Te Manaroa Spring. Facilities include The Pukeko in the Ponga Tree Cafe, a splash pool with adjoining toddlers play area, passive bathing pools, private spas, nature trail and separate changing, toilet and shower area for families. Waikite Valley Thermal Pools also offers powered and non powered campground sites. « less
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Auckland, New Zealand
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wow have people got cool pools or what, There are so many pools you dont know which one to get into first. We cant wait to return but this time we will camp here.

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Had a private spa pool which was lovely. good choice for us as the rest of the pools seemed quite crowded.

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Te Awamutu, New Zealand
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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We picked out the Waikite Thermal Pools from feedback in Trip Advisor and weren't dissapointed. We felt the entry fee of $14 was really good given the tourist trap Rotorua can be, there were 5 or 6 pools of various size and heat. You could play or laze and was great not just for couples like us but very family... More

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Anaheim, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

If the weather is bad and you want to do something in Rotorua, then this is the place to go. Great price. Great service! Was recommended to come here and Im so glad the place is so surreal!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Great place to go, only 40 mins from Taupo and wondefully quiet. We took two yound children and we all had a great time. Highly recommended!!

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Ruakaka, New Zealand
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

nice and clean environment with lots of different pools

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Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Super clean as the water is changed everyday due to the huge volume of thermal hot water avaliable.We parked up for a fewdays and just laxed ate scrum oysters, nz sav blanc and soaked

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Raglan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Located in a lovely peaceful country setting with a good range of pools. Lovely and relaxing

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

fantastic rural setting, private pools a must but all others v good too, go when not too busy

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Russell
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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This place is on the way between Rotorua and Taupo and a perfect place to stop!! It also has a camp ground which is small so you'll need to book as it's very popular in certain holidays. A great selection of pools, nice, clean and tidy, Choose these as didn't want the over crowded ones in Rotorua. Very pleased we... More

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