We spent a long weekend in Ohakune and couldn’t believe our luck finding these fire-heated hot tubs while searching for hot pools in the cooler weather. The price was a little higher than we’d usually spend on ourselves, but absolutely worth it — a special treat you don’t get to do every day.
The space is private, clean, and very well maintained. Adding wood to the fire, the smell of it burning, the soft glow of the lights in the trees, the evening breeze, and the call of moreporks in the distance made it such a unique and relaxing experience. The host’s hospitality was excellent, we were even given water on arrival. Only small tip: softer shoes would make it perfect, as footsteps do carry.
All in all, a fantastic and memorable experience. We left feeling completely relaxed, muscles soothed. Highly recommend, and we’ll...
Read moreFirstly, the location of these baths are primo, if you happen to be staying at the lodge or apartments, it’s next door and otherwise a quick stroll from the inner village. The owner has to be one of the loveliest, most accomodating hosts out there with a wonderful, wholesome, kiwi approach. And lastly the wood fired spas are to die for, no disconcerting chemicals, they keep consistently warm and the audible crackle has a fantastic impact on your senses. This spot is a great new addition to the area and a MUST if you’ve come off a day up the slopes. Would be a crime to review as any less...
Read moreOh so impressed with this set up! Gave me south island vibes. Such a cool idea and so glad it has happened as Ohakune has been needing a spot like this for so long. There is 6 stalls and all have enough privacy which is great and more privacy will come when the trees he has planted reach maturity. Love the fact that these are proper hot tubs also - heated by fire not just ya average spa model brought from harvery normal. 10/10 for originality and class. Overall so chuffed with this addition. I wouldnt recommend more that 4 people as we had 5 and was a bit...
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