# Polynesian Spa

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Attraction

Polynesian Spa is a geothermal bathing complex in Rotorua fed by the Priest and Rachel mineral springs, operating on the site since 1878. It has 28 pools across family, adult-only Pavilion, Deluxe Lake Spa and private pool areas, plus a day spa offering massage and body treatments. Pools stay open into the evening, and bookings for public pools or spa treatments are made online in advance.

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## How to get there

Polynesian Spa sits on Hinemoa Street on the shore of Lake Rotorua, close to the Government Gardens and a short walk or drive from Rotorua's central shopping and dining strip on Tutanekai Street. It is easily reached on foot from central accommodation, or by a brief taxi or rideshare trip from further out. On-site parking is available for those driving, and several city tour operators include the spa as a stop or offer pickup for guests booking treatments.

Approximate location: -38.13768, 176.25816

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## Quick answers

**What pools does Polynesian Spa have?**

The complex has 28 pools split into family pools with a hydroslide, adult-only Pavilion pools, the premium Deluxe Lake Spa area, and private pools for shorter soaks. Water comes from two natural mineral springs, the Priest and Rachel springs.

**Do I need to book Polynesian Spa in advance?**

Booking ahead online is recommended for both public pool sessions and day spa treatments, since sessions and treatment slots can fill up. The site is cashless, with payment taken by card at the time of booking or entry.

![Steaming mineral bathing pools terraced above a lakeshore at dusk.](https://cdn.godosomething.fun/media/site__place-new-zealand-rotorua--polynesian-spa.webp)
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