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Polynesian Spa's New Cafe '88Ra' Opens in Style

Geothermally-heated seats, native timber and volcanic rock have been architecturally incorporated into the upgrade of a newly refurbished modern café for Rotorua’s Polynesian Spa.

The redevelopment of the visitor café at the popular geothermal bathing complex is part of a $1 million project that includes a new health and wellness-focused juice bar and outdoor courtyard.

Pools Redevelopment | Adult Pools Area

Heated Seats Arrive In The Deluxe Lake Spa

Polynesian Spa is happy to welcome its newest addition to the Deluxe Lake Spa. A new heated seat area has been built next to the 36 degree Rachel Spring Pool. This area houses 5 brand new geothermally heated recliners. The recliners are a great sustainable addition to the premium bathing area. The heated recliners installed in 2015 are hugely popular so its great to be able to provide more of these to guests.

Polynesian Spa Features In Tourism New Zealand Campaign

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Polynesian Spa development projects 2017 | Cafe, Lake Spa Seating, Adult Pools

Starting 24 July 2017, several development projects are underway at Polynesian Spa. The Cafe is being redeveloped from the ground up, more geothermally heated recliners are being installed in the Deluxe Lake Spa area, and, another Priest Pool is being relined in the Adult Pools Area. The new cafe, shown above in the architects render, is set to bring a level of offering to match the outstanding bathing, therapy, and gifting currently found at Polynesian Spa.

Plans for new café at Polynesian Spa unveiled

A step through Polynesian Spa’s front doors will reveal a modern and enticing new café experience as part of a $1 million redevelopment opening in late September 2017.

Polynesian Spa, a geothermal bathing and soul soothing retreat, has undertaken multiple renovations over the last three years, with the latest addition the most significant in terms of first impressions.

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Featuring some of New Zealand’s best beauty and wellness brands, the Polynesian Spa shop is open from 8am to 11pm so you can get Mother’s Day sorted any time of the day. Gift wrapping is complementary for all products and gifts can be posted on request.

Still stuck on a decision? Let mum decide with a Polynesian Spa gift voucher redeemable at the Polynesian Spa shop, pools, Retreat and café.

Polynesian Spa appoints new sales and marketing manager

Polynesian Spa’s new sales and marketing manager Richard Allen says he is excited to be working with the iconic brand which has such great history.

Mr Allen, who started last week, comes from Metro Marketing in Tauranga where he was digital marketing manager, leading a team of consultants and developers. Prior to that, he was a senior marketing associate with ReserveGroup Consulting.

Julian Dean Unwinds at Polynesian Spa During Rotorua Bike Festival

In Spain they use a noun to describe a commotion, an unusual busy-ness, or the drama and difficulty you experience when trying to get something done. They call it ‘jaleo’ and this is always the word that comes to mind when our city gets overrun with visitors during the holiday season - especially when we are trying to enjoy the things that as locals we get to enjoy here often such as biking, being at the lakes, restaurants and of course, the Polynesian Spa.

Endangered gulls at Polynesian Spa

They may be noisy but did you know that the black-billed gulls at Polynesian Spa are the most threatened gull species in the world?

Sulphur Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a unique hot spot on our shores, is home to the black-billed gull, as well as the more common red-billed gull. The gulls of Sulphur Bay are also rare as they are not usually found in geothermal environments; these species are typically found along braided rivers, mostly in the South Island.

Wrap up the perfect Christmas gift for Her

Christmas is just around the corner and because we know deciding what to buy can be the trickiest part, we’ve put together the perfect gift guide that includes some of New Zealand’s best beauty and wellness brands for the special women in your life.

The Polynesian Spa Shop is open from 8am to 11pm and with our complimentary gift wrapping service, Christmas shopping will be complete in no time.

Wrap up the perfect Christmas gift for Him

Christmas is just around the corner and because we know deciding what to buy can be the trickiest part, we’ve put together the perfect gift guide for the men in your life. From health maintenance products to beachwear, the Polynesian Spa Shop has even the trickiest men sorted.

The Polynesian Spa Shop is open from 8am to 11pm and with our complimentary gift wrapping service, Christmas shopping will be complete in no time.

Wrap up the perfect Christmas gift for Kids and Baby

Christmas is just around the corner and because we know deciding what to buy can be the trickiest part, we’ve put together the perfect gift guide for the wee ones in your life. From organic cottons to soothing skin care products, there’s something for every family.

The Polynesian Spa Shop is open from 8am to 11pm and with our complimentary gift wrapping service, Christmas shopping will be complete in no time.

Why mornings are better

Mornings are better for a variety of reasons. While long walks on the beach and coffee dates are high on the list, a morning soak at Polynesian Spa aims to start your day the right way by granting you some much-appreciated ‘me’ time.

Here’s the top five reasons why mornings are the best time to visit: