Te Aroha Domain — Attraction in North Island

Great place to spend some time relaxing or start a hill climb to the summit of Mount Te Aroha, Whakapipi or Bald Spur.

This is a historical location with a successfully renovated Edwardian Domain. Very modern hot pools that is suitable for all age groups. Historical buildings including the Cadman Bath House (1898), housing the local museum, the newly renovated No 2 Bath House, restored tea rooms and boarding house.

At the back of the domain is the world's only hot soda water geyser, erupting approximately every 40 minutes to around 4 m, with the soda water reputed to have therapeutic values.

The track to the lookout point is a good alternative to the summit at 350 m if the 952 m summit is not for you. It is steep but a well formed track and takes 2.5 hours zigzaging its way up the hill. However, well worth the view from the top.

There are a number of shorter walks behind the domain including a 30 minute small waterfall walk. There are plenty of information signs on the walk behind the domain about ther local native flora, birds and animals...

Te Aroha domain is located on one end of town located beside the mineral springs. The museum is also located in the domain area, as are the information center and the art gallery. The domain is fairly large but it does mostly consist of lawn bowls fields. There is a path that goes along the whole area with patches of lower beds scattered around. There is a water feature and playground on the mineral spring end of the domain. There are a few walking tracks around the area including one that heats to the summit of Mt Te Aroha. There are also BBQ facilities available. It was a nice place to walk around. There is also a Mokena Geyser located behind the mineral springs but it was just steaming...

From the moment I walked along the pathway leading up the steps to the front door I felt like home away from home. The aroma of oils and lotions were instantly relaxing me. I was greeted by a friendly and kind person and shown around which enabled me to get my bearings. I found myself mezmorised by the interesting and ageless beauty of the architecture and interior design. My chosen treatment of a facial was delightful provided by another joyful and caring person. Afterwards as I sipped on water in the quite room. I felt taken care of and valued...