1 / 2Welcome Bay Hot Pools & Campground
📍 Welcome Bay, Bay of Plenty
Natural geothermal hot pools in Welcome Bay with a large swimming pool at 29°C and a soaking pool at 39°C. BBQ areas, picnic tables and a café on site.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
The pools themselves deliver - naturally heated, daily-changed water in a quiet location with shelter nearby. Day visits are the strongest use case at present, with the campground closed until May 2026. Pack your own food and towels.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Cherrie Bristow
a month ago
“We went for the Hot Pools: Staff were very Welcoming, and Friendly. Considering it was a Friday, end of a working week, it was laid-back, mind you it started to pick up when we left. I would highly recommend this Establishment to relax your weary body.”
Pamela Dunn
3 weeks ago
“My husband, grandson and I stayed here for the AIMS Games this past week. We were so impressed with the staff and facilities that we will be back very soon! Way to go Jade you were so accomodating and helpful. Ka pai! Pamela”
Wonderland Realm
a month ago
“Hot pool was so hot and a beautiful place to relax. Wish they were open sooner”
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Based on Google review tagsHot pools
23 reviews
Bbq
15 reviews
Relaxing atmosphere
8 reviews
Picnic tables
5 reviews
Clean pool
4 reviews
Overview
Welcome Bay Hot Pools features two naturally heated geothermal pools - a large swimming pool at 29°C and a smaller soaking pool at 39°C. The site includes BBQ areas, picnic tables, roofed shelter near the pools and a café. Pool water is changed daily. A private spa is bookable with discounted access for visitors with disabilities. The campground is closed until May 2026. Day visitors access the pools only.
