Take a step back with these handpicked spa hotels, retreats, and peaceful lodges across New Zealand. From thermal springs to lakeside havens, each stay in this collection is designed to slow the pace, clear the mind, and offer a genuine reset.

Featured Relaxation & Wellness Stays

These are places where early mornings stretch out, phones stay tucked away, and the view does most of the talking. Expect natural surroundings, minimal noise, and hosts who understand the value of downtime.

Maruia River Retreat – Lewis Pass, South Island

Price Per Night: $495 NZD

  • Boutique eco-retreat surrounded by native forest
  • On-site yoga, spa treatments, and forest bathing
  • Farm-to-table dining using organic produce
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Solitaire Lodge – Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Price Per Night: $1150 NZD

  • Lakefront luxury lodge with geothermal access
  • Onsite chef, open bar, and guided nature experiences
  • Private hot tubs and panoramic decks
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Te Arai Links Lodges – Northland

Price Per Night: $980 NZD

  • Coastal escape with wellness pavilion and spa
  • Private villas with ocean views and fireplaces
  • Designed for slow living and nature immersion
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Millbrook Resort – Arrowtown, Otago

Price Per Night: $440 NZD

  • Full-service resort with award-winning day spa
  • Mountain backdrop and open green space
  • Multiple dining options and heated pools
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The Lost Spring – Whitianga, Coromandel

Price Per Night: $385 NZD

  • Geothermal spa pools and private soaking pavilions
  • Boutique suites available near the spa complex
  • Tropical gardens and massage therapies
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Split Apple Retreat – Abel Tasman, Nelson Region

Price Per Night: $1200 NZD

  • Exclusive retreat focused on wellness and nutrition
  • Infinity pool overlooking the bay
  • Art-filled interiors, gourmet plant-forward dining
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Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa – Rotorua

Price Per Night: $360 NZD

  • Newly opened Māori-owned wellness destination
  • Based on traditional healing practices
  • Thermal mineral pools, steam rooms, and treatments
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Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat – Glenorchy, Otago

Price Per Night: $270 NZD

  • Certified sustainable accommodation
  • Quiet village atmosphere with mountain backdrop
  • Meditation spaces, walking trails, and zero-distraction design
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