Eat

A little of what you fancy

Our cafe serves the tastiest treats to complete your hot pool experience. Our cafe veranda overlooks the pool complex and cascades, and there's seating inside when the weather's not playing the game. It's an ideal spot to refuel before you head off to your next adventure.

We're open from 11.30am to 6pm daily.

Fuel for the family

Choose from our snack menu, or keep it simple and grab a big bowl of hot chips to share.

Hot and cold drinks

Start your day with an espresso coffee and a slice, or enjoy a cold beer or wine after your soak.

Plan your visit

We’re off the beaten track. When you get here you’ll see why it’s worth the short drive.

Opening Hours

We are open daily from 10.30am to 8pm. Last entry is at 7pm as we start to drain pools at 7.15pm.

Location

Waikite Valley Hot Pools
648 Waikite Valley Road, Waikite Valley 3077

GPS co-ordinates:
Latitude -38.327164, Longitude 176.302929

Drive Time

Waikite Valley Hot Pools are just a 30-minute drive from Rotorua and 45 minutes from Taupo.

From Rotorua, travel south towards Taupo on SH5 (the same route as Te Pā Tū, Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland). Turn right onto Waikite Valley Road (opposite the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland turn-off) and follow the Waikite signs for 6km.

Lovely place tucked away surrounded by farms and bush.

They have several pools with different temperature. A luxurious way to wind down.

Shirley Hodge April 2025

Well worth a visit or stay

Very tidy well kept facilities. Nice selection of pools.

C Rose May 2025

LOVE this place.

Like a little slice of heaven carved into the bush.

Melissa Stone June 2025

It is absolutely divine.

The worst thing about Waikite is leaving and not knowing when you will be back. The pools are the best I've ever been to.

The beef nachos were delicious and would absolutely go back for seconds if I could...

P P June 2025

Love this place set in beautiful nature.

Great pools great campspots 10 out of 10 will go again

Paul Haimes July 2025

Highly recommend a visit.

Visited the Waikite Hot Pools today. A lovely experience. Beautiful, lush & peaceful setting. Very friendly staff & tasty food in the cafe!

Romie Saunders July 2025

We will be back.

We stayed two nights in our Motorhome with our grandchildren aged 4 & 5. We loved the pools and the location and the facilities.

Nikki July 2025

Highly recommend!

Stunning location, slightly off the beaten track. The pools are clean, beautifully warm and the amenities are well maintained. The staff were friendly, and the café served good food at reasonable prices.

It’s not a high-end spa like you might find in Rotorua but the relaxed, family-friendly vibe and quiet setting make it feel less touristy and create a really enjoyable experience. The short walk to Te Manaroa Spring is well worth it.

Georgia Thompson July 2025

Visiting the hot pools was a truly relaxing experience overall, offering a serene escape.

The various pools, each with a different temperature, provided a diverse range of comfort. The natural setting surrounding the pools was stunning, enhancing the sense of tranquility. I would highly recommend a visit to these hot pools for anyone seeking relaxation.

Pratik Sankhe July 2025

Love this place set in beautiful nature.

A must visit when we are in the area.

Mari Oquist July 2025

Beautiful spot.

Came here not sure what to expect. What a great place, very clean, staff were awesome and very welcoming. Bonus having a small cafe here. We will be back.

Tony and Kathy Gray August 2025

Staff were amazing, courteous, helpful and friendly. Pools were clean, they get emptied and refilled every night. Facilities are clean tidy. Resort level tidy.

The nature walk just adds to the experience If you stay in the campground to get access before the public which is a nice an peaceful way to begin the day. Amazing, this is a well kept secret, worth the drive from Rotorua.

Aaron Paki August 2025

Love these pools.

So clean and plenty to choose from.

Andrew Ivey September 2025

An absolute must place to visit

An absolute must place to visit, lovely hot pools and a variety of temperatures. Another must is to walk up the track, 10 minutes to see the source of the boiling water 98 degrees.

Roland September 2025

Beautiful spot.

Amazing thermal pools with adjoining campground. Daily charge includes access to pools - multiple times if desired.

Elizabeth Russell September 2025

The hot pools? Undeniably healing.

But the carrot cake? Just as divine. Being a camper and having early access, absolute treat.

George Bubb September 2025

A favorite!

About 28 km from Rotorua, mostly up a paved rural road off the highway from Rotorua to Taupo. A series of pools, getting warmer as you proceed uphill towards the source of the hot spring. The water has to be cooled because it comes out of the ground at 99C. The pools are nicely built and the views are great. After you've soaked, walk the eco trail and read the informative panels along the path.

Gang Warily Jan 2024

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