Invest in your wellbeing for a free day of wellness activities to celebrate Global Wellness Day! With the cost-of-living crisis impacting our disposable income, many of us are left with little to no
Black Ferns’ secret recovery weapon revealed
The Black Ferns, New Zealand’s top women’s rugby team, have discovered a game-changing recovery secret within the walls of Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa. Nestled by Lake Rotorua, this hidden gem
All whaea welcome at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Cafe this Mother’s Day weekend
With the greater part (60%) of the Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa team being a whaea (mother), it’s no surprise that the business is built on the strength of whānau (family). Additionally, as the
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Wai Ariki Hosts Rotorua’s official Waitangi event: A wellness celebration like no other
In the heart of Rotorua, Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa stood proud as the host of the official Waitangi event, “For the Love of the People | Mō te Aroha o te Iwi.” This year, the theme of wellness
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa’s wellness secrets revealed at inaugural wellness event
Last weekend, ten wellness enthusiasts embarked on a transformative journey in the serene landscapes of Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa’s inaugural wellness event. Set against the backdrop of the
Meet Karen Aleksich: from world-class spa director to implementing traditional Māori healing at a luxury level
Karen Aleksich brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for wellness to her role as Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa’s Guest Experience Manager. With a journey spanning continents and
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Aquaman’s hidden oasis discovered! You won’t believe where Jason Momoa finds serenity
Aquaman star Jason Momoa has lived up to his name by enjoying a restorative soak at Rotorua’s Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa. The multi-award-winning venue is built on the legacy of Māori culture
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Indigenous Women Lead and Inspire at 2024 Industry Summit at Wai Ariki
In a celebration of leadership and cultural heritage, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa recently played host to the 2024 Indigenous Women in Industry (IWI) Summit. Set against the breathtaking
Wai Ariki’s architecture in the spotlight in ArchitectureNow
We are honoured to see Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa featured in ArchitectureNow for its architecture and grounding in te ao Māori. Wai Ariki’s culturally, architecturally, experiential and beautiful
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Pioneering Wellbeing and Travel Trends in 2024
Officially opened in June 2023, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua, is already proving a hit with local and international visitors alike, while it has also picked up