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Tekapo Springs

6 Lakeside Drive, Lake Tekapo 7945, New Zealand (Formerly Alpine Springs)
0064 3 6806 550
4.5 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
Type: Hot Springs/ Geysers
Traveller Description: Overlooking Lake Tekapo, Tekapo Springs is an amazing setting to relax in the 3 large Hotpools, or indulge a treatment in the Day Spa. There is also... more »
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Wellington, New Zealand
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

So relaxing to soak here, great soft/gentle lighting. Make sure you book a cheap ticket on Bookme, for a 50% discount. However it's worth its full price. More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Lake Tekapo Springs is a great place to visit. You can sit and have a hot drink and affordable food with views over the beautiful Lake Tekapo, relax in the pools (also with a wonderful view - especially amazing at night sitting under the clearest sky in the southern hemisphere). In summer you can in-line skate or try the summer... More

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TekapoSpringsNZ, Public Relations Manager at Tekapo Springs, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Thank you very much for the summary of Tekapo Springs! We hope you see you back in the near future. Tekapo Springs also operates a Day Spa offering a wide range of treatments. We are committed to sustainability and growth, so watch this space as there is still a lot more planned for future development. Thanks again. More

Hong Kong, China
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

We started by ice skating. I expected the ice to be quit bumpy but was surprised that it was freshly cleaned and very good. We had the rink to ourselves which was an awesome time for our family. Then we did the hot pools which was a nice to warm up. Food was really good quality and great prices. I'd... More

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TekapoSpringsNZ, Public Relations Manager at Tekapo Springs, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Tekapo Springs prides itself on the quality of ice surface we have. We often host curling, ice hockey and figure skating on the ice which requires a smooth surface. We regularly groom the ice throughout the day. Over winter we will have our snow tube running in place of the... More

Timaru, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Recently went to Tekapo Springs with a girlfriend for my rare afternoon off. It was awesome lazing in the hot pools with a view of Lake Tekapo in the background. The big bonus was the adults only pool in the school holidays. The inlet jets of water were very theraputic. The time frame paid for was very adequate and the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

There are 3 pools to choose from depending on how hot you like the water, but its best to try them all and then settle in to the one you like and just chill out and relax...great for the body! There is a lifeguard on duty incase you turn into a lobster. I imagine it would be a wonderful experience... More

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TekapoSpringsNZ, Public Relations Manager at Tekapo Springs, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Tekapo Springs is a growing year round attraction, open 364 days of the year. Over winter we often get snow settling around the hot pools, but it's only a quick trip to the warmth of the changing rooms and sauna. Hope to see you return in the near future. Thanks! More

Copenhagen
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

The springs itself are ok as it's just a heated pool with a great view but it was the spa that was fabulous. The staff, the treatments and the set-up. More

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Wanaka, New Zealand
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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We love tekapo Springs, especially for the older bones.one thing I would like to suggest is that not all of us want to dress and undress in front of other people.You really do need to have a couple of change rooms where one can have privacy to do so.Its wouldn't cost much to build them within the large rooms you... More

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Inverell
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Great place for adults and children alike! Hot springs and ice skating in the one place which is great! More

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Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

It was a very fun and amazing experience ! I suggest you visit during winter because snow tubing is so fun and also you can ice skate there. There is also a hot spring in case you get chilly :) More

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Lincs
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

We got the combo package, doing tubing, skating and hot pools. Tubimg is fun for a little while, but only one short course. Skating was great, very enjoyable, good quality kire skates and a large rink. Hot pools were full of kids, splashing shouting diving and messing around. We went at 7.30pm to avoid this, but were unlucky. Surely this... More

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TekapoSpringsNZ, Owner at Tekapo Springs, responded to this review
23 April 2012

Thank you very much for your comments. We take all feedback onboard and remedy where we can. From your mention of many children being in the hot pools, I suspect you had visited us over easter or the school holidays when we are indeed very busy with families. I am disappointed you did not have relaxing time you expected in... More

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