Within 50 miles of Hastings
Close enough for an evening soak after work.
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waipiropiro Hot Spring | 34 mi west | Not recorded | Natural | Waiouru (30 mi) |
| Mangatutu Hot Springs | 38 mi northwest | Not recorded | Natural | Napier (32 mi) |
| Mangatainoka Hot Springs | 41 mi northwest | Not recorded | Natural | Turangi (34 mi) |
| Tarawera Hot Springs | 45 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Taupo (35 mi) |
50 to 100 miles: day trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikau Pools | 68 mi northeast | Not recorded | Natural | Wairoa (23 mi) |
| Scalding Hot Water Spring | 77 mi northwest | Not recorded | Natural | Taupo (1 mi) |
| Otumuheke Stream Hot Pools Free | 78 mi northwest | Not recorded | Developed | Taupo (1 mi) |
| Craters of the Moon | 80 mi northwest | Not recorded | Developed | Taupo (3 mi) |
| Wairakei Thermal Valley | 82 mi northwest | Not recorded | Natural | Taupo (5 mi) |
| Ngatamariki Hot Spring | 85 mi northwest | Not recorded | Natural | Taupo (11 mi) |
| Butchers Pool Free | 86 mi north | Not recorded | Developed | Murupara (19 mi) |
| Hot 'n' Cold Free | 92 mi north | Not recorded | Developed | Rotorua (16 mi) |
| Waterfall Spout Bath Free | 93 mi north | Not recorded | Developed | Rotorua (16 mi) |
| Waikite Valley Thermal Pools | 95 mi north | 208°F | Developed | Rotorua (13 mi) |
| Puakohurea Springs | 96 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (13 mi) |
100 to 150 miles: weekend trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whakawerawera Bathing Pools | 107 mi north | Not recorded | Developed | Rotorua (2 mi) |
| Oruawhata / Malfroy Pool | 109 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua |
| Otei Hot Spring | 111 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Kawerau (8 mi) |
| Ruahine Springs | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (10 mi) |
| Awakeri Hot Springs | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Edgecumbe (2 mi) |
| Maraeroa Springs | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (9 mi) |
| Otutarara Springs | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (8 mi) |
| Parengarenga Springs | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (9 mi) |
| Manupirua Springs Hot Pools | 113 mi north | Not recorded | Developed | Rotorua (10 mi) |
| Taheke Springs | 116 mi north | Not recorded | Natural | Rotorua (11 mi) |
| Okoroire Hot Springs | 129 mi northwest | Not recorded | Developed | Matamata (10 mi) |
| Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park | 139 mi northwest | Not recorded | Developed | Matamata (4 mi) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hot spring to Hastings, New Zealand?
Waipiropiro Hot Spring is the closest listed hot spring, about 34 miles west of central Hastings in a straight line.
How many hot springs are near Hastings, New Zealand?
4 listed hot springs are within 50 miles, 15 within 100 miles and 27 within 150 miles.
Are there hot springs resorts or pools near Hastings, New Zealand?
Yes. The closest developed options are Otumuheke Stream Hot Pools (78 mi), Craters of the Moon (80 mi), Butchers Pool (86 mi).
Are there free hot springs near Hastings, New Zealand?
Otumuheke Stream Hot Pools (78 mi), Butchers Pool (86 mi), Hot 'n' Cold (92 mi) are recorded as free. Parking or recreation passes may still apply.