WAIKITE VALLEY ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Camp at the Hot Pools: Site 6 — a compact, non‑powered campervan pitch beside Waikite Valley’s geothermal pools
A non‑powered gravel site (6 m × 3.3 m) for small campervans with 1–4 day stays bookable online and included access to six public geothermal pools.
Camp at the Hot Pools: Site 6 — a compact, non‑powered campervan pitch beside Waikite Valley’s geothermal pools.
Set within Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, Site 6 is a small, non‑powered gravel campervan pitch positioned for quick access to the complex’s facilities and six public geothermal pools. It’s an uncomplicated, close‑to‑the‑water option for 1–4 day stays when you want to trade the rigours of long‑haul parking for warm soaking and an easy campsite rhythm.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Six public geothermal pools included
Your camping fee includes use of all six public pools at Waikite Valley Thermal Pools; note that pools begin to drain at 7:15pm and close at 8:00pm.
A compact, non‑powered pitch for small campervans
Site 6 is a non‑powered gravel site measuring 6 m long by 3.3 m wide and is suitable for a small campervan. It’s one of the closest sites to the toilets, showers, small communal kitchen, laundry and the geothermal pools.
On‑site services — café, laundry and reception
The complex offers a café (open for coffee and hot food roughly 11:30am–6:00pm, hours subject to change), laundry and showers; coin‑operated machines and soap powder are available at reception.
What the day feels like
What the stay feels like
This is a low‑fuss, restorative stop: park your small campervan on a compact gravel pad near the pool precinct, collect keys or check in at reception, then slip into the warm geothermal pools for an evening soak before the pools drain. The setting favors short stays — a night or a couple of days — and is geared toward those who value proximity to amenities over full hookup services.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this site suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring appropriate swimwear for public bathing and gear for a non‑powered stay; coins for laundry/dryers (site lists $4 washed and Dryers ($2 coins only) and soap powder is available at reception).
Pools begin draining at 7:15pm and close at 8:00pm. Reception hours are 10:00am–7:30pm. Standard check‑in is 2:00pm (early check‑in can be purchased) and check‑out is 11:00am.
Expect limited cellphone reception; Wi‑Fi is available for purchase. There is no dump station on site; the closest dump station is in Rotorua. A drying shed is located near site 12.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I stay at Site 6?
Stays are bookable online for 1 to 4 days.
Is there electricity at the site?
No — Site 6 is a non‑powered site intended for small campervans; the dimensions are 6 m long by 3.3 m wide.
Are the thermal pools included with camping?
Yes — use of the six public pools is included in your camping fee; pools begin to drain at 7:15pm and close at 8:00pm.
When can I check in and check out?
Standard check‑in time is 2:00pm (early check‑in available to purchase at booking); check‑out is 11:00am. Reception hours are 10:00am–7:30pm.
Is there laundry and what does it cost?
Laundry and coin‑operated dryers are available; the site notes "$4 washed and Dryers ($2 coins only)" and soap powder is available at reception.
Can I bring my pet or fly a drone?
Pets are not permitted during public holidays (long weekends) or peak season (1 December–31 January); absolutely no drones are allowed on site.
What about phone reception and Wi‑Fi?
There is limited cellphone reception at the complex; Wi‑Fi is available for purchase.