• FAQs

Risks and Responsibilities

There are inherent risks in the participation in or at the Polynesian Spa Pools.  You, by entering these Pools, accept the inherent risks of personal injury, accident, illness or personal property loss. You must act in a responsible manner while at the Pools.  Adults and caregivers are solely responsible for persons under their supervision.  You must act with good judgement and consideration both for yourself and others, and refrain from behaviour which could affect your safety or the safety of others. Physical restrictions may apply in our facilities for safety or operational reasons, please refer to displayed signage.

You are responsible for your own personal property and vehicle while at the Pools.

Promotions and offers

Promotions/offers at Polynesian Spa often include services and products that have limited availability. Therefore; promotional items are all subject to availability and may not be available at preferred times or sometimes at all.

Promotions/offers cannot be substituted for alternate products and services.

Promotions/offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, special, package, or discount.

Promotions/offers are only available during specified dates.

Day Spa Retreat Terms and Conditions

RIGHT TO REFUSE TREATMENT

We endeavor to treat all our clients with dignity and respect and we expect our staff to be treated in the same manner. We reserve the right to refuse to provide services, or not complete a service, where our staff are treated inappropriately. In these instances no refund will be provided.

CANCELLATION

We understand that sometimes it is necessary for you to change your appointment. Out of consideration, we kindly ask that you provide a minimum of 12 hour’s notice if you wish to change or cancel your appointment. Should the appropriate notice be given we will provide a full refund. If insufficient notice is given you will be charged at full price.

GROUP THERAPY BOOKINGS & CANCELLATION

7 days post confirmation of booking date: A deposit of 25% is required to confirm your booking. The confirmation deposit is non-refundable and will be forfeited if the group booking is cancelled or individuals within the group cancel.
14 days prior to event: The remaining 75% of event cost is due for payment.

Polynesian Spa reserves the right to release all appointments if the confirmation deposit or balance is not received by their due dates. If the whole group booking needs to be cancelled, a minimum of 7-day notice is required. Individual bookings within the group can be cancelled 48-hours prior.

LATE ARRIVALS

We ask that you arrive on time for your booking to fully enjoy your soak and therapy. Late arrivals will result in an accordingly shortened booking and the full booking price will be charged.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS

Certain medical conditions or health issues sometimes mean it is not advisable for a guest to have a therapy. Please advise us on booking of any health issues, allergies or injuries.

PREGNANCY

Please advise if you are an expectant mother so we can offer you the best advice on our services most suitable for you during this special time.

MINIMUM AGE

Polynesian Spa welcomes guests between 12 and 15 to enjoy a ‘Family Retreat Therapy Package’ with a parent or guardian in a dual treatment room. After 16, you may enjoy your single therapies.

How does the mineral water affect jewellery?

Mineral water will tarnish silver jewellery and some gold. Please remove all jewellery before entering the pools. If your jewellery has contact with the water and does become tarnished you can clean it or take it in to a jewelers for cleaning.

What are the white particles in the pools and why is the water cloudy?

The most active minerals in the thermal waters are sulfur, silica and iron oxides. These bond together as the water cools and may become visible, either in the form of milky water or white particles in the water. The clarity of the mineral water can change with atmospheric conditions or variations in the mineral solids suspended when temperatures lower.

What health or medical conditions should I be aware of for hot pool bathing or a therapy?

If you are allergic to sulphur based drugs we strongly recommend not bathing in thermal pools as skin reactions may occur.

For the health and safety of both you and the therapist, if you have a cold or flu you cannot receive a therapy. Soaking in the waters is fine however to stop the spread, we ask that you consider other bathers and only come to Polynesian Spa when you have recovered.

Is it ok to have a hot mineral soak or a therapy if I am pregnant?

We recommend that pregnant women are cautious when bathing in hot mineral water and only soak in the low temperature (33oC – 38oC) alkaline Rachel Spring hot pools, while ensuring a high intake of fluids and breaks in between. We do not recommend pregnant women bathe in the acidic Priest Spa hot pools. Some pregnant women choose to only soak their feet.

For pregnant women who’d like to enjoy a therapy, we offer an Aromatherapy Associates Rose Pregnancy Massage or facial services.

Is it ok to have a hot mineral soak if I have a small baby?

Infants can soak in the hot mineral pools although we recommend keeping them in the lower temperature pools to ensure they do not overheat and babies must be supervised at all times.

Do we have to book to use the pools?

Bookings are not required to use the pools (including Private Pools). However, bookings are essential for The Retreat spa therapies.

What health or medical conditions should I be aware of for hot pool bathing or a therapy

If you are allergic to sulphur based drugs we strongly recommend not bathing in thermal pools as skin reactions may occur.

For the health and safety of both you and the therapist, if you have a cold or flu you cannot receive a therapy. Soaking in the waters is fine however to stop the spread, we ask that you consider other bathers and only come to Polynesian Spa when you have recovered.

Are towels and lockers included?

Towels and lockers are included in the entry price for guests to the Deluxe Lake Spa Pools and for The Retreat when you are booked in for a spa therapy.

For all other areas towels can be hired for $9.95, or can be purchased from the Spa Essentials Shop. Storage tubs are also available for your possessions for free, however a secure locker for your valuables can be hired for $6.95. Swimsuit hire is also available at $13.95.

What can I wear in the pools?

Swimwear has to be worn when bathing in the pools. Rash shirts, board shorts or other clothing using synthetic fabric such as lycra, nylon and polyester are permitted. Cotton shirts and pants including underwear are not permitted to be worn in the pools at any time. Babies must wear swimming nappies. Swimwear is not obligatory in the Private Pools.

Can I use a Private Pool on my own?

No, the Aquatic Facilities Guidelines state that pools that are not in public view must have a minimum of two adults per pool. An adult is aged 15 years and above.

Can I leave my children unattended?

Children under 8 years of age must be actively supervised by a caregiver aged 16 or over, this means you must be in the water with your child at all times and be able to provide immediate assistance. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

What changing room facilities are there?

All Polynesian Spa bathing areas have changing rooms, which include showers and lockers.

How often do you change the water?

All pools meet stringent water quality standards. The law states that we must change the water in our mineral pools every 4 hours. We meet these legal requirements, and in some pools the water is changed every 3 hours. During the day there is a constant supply of fresh mineral water entering the pools. All pools are emptied, cleaned and refilled with fresh hot mineral water over night.

The chlorinated family pool is not emptied daily, but water is maintained constantly by the filter and chlorination plant to regulated levels.

Do you have wheelchair access to the pools and changing rooms?

Yes, Polynesian Spa is wheelchair accessible; however we do not have hoists into the pools.

Do you offer group discounts?

We regularly work with groups for wellness weekends or day retreats, spa therapies, pool bookings and provide delicious lunches and/or platters and drinks from our on site Cafe.  We have a private Wellness Room that can be booked out for your group.

For customising your group booking, please contact marketing@polynesianspa.co.nz.

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