Relax in a onsen with an amazing view
We traveled to the South Island of New Zealand by car from the end of June to the beginning of July, which belongs to winter season, so how can we miss the experience of soaking in hot springs! Although the online reviews of Onsen Hot Pools are very mixed, when we made an appointment on the official website nearly three months before departure, we found that many time slots in July had already been booked. Seeing that it was so popular, we decided to give it a try. Successfully booked a traditional private indoor hot spring at dusk.
Our reserved time slot was from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. We arrived 15 minutes early as required. The staff were very friendly. We choose our drinks first, the staff said they would send them to the hot springs with snacks later. At 4:55, the staff led us to the private hot spring, and also served drinks and snacks, indicating that there would be a reminder 10 minutes before the end of the time slot.
We changed our swimsuits, there were shower facilities in the private hot springs, and after a quick shower, we immediately enjoyed the hot springs. Spring water dynamics, lights, door switches, etc., can be automatically adjusted by action buttons right next to the hot spring. While enjoying the hot springs to relax our body and mind, we enjoyed the sunset and the beautiful mountains.
One hour passed without knowing it, the fatigue of rushing for the trip for several days was relieved, and we all left with satisfied smiles.
Overall, we recommend everyone to try it out. The key points of the reservation are as follows:
1. It is convenient and easy to make an
appointment on the official website, and it can
also be cancelled free of charge at the
specified time
2. There are two types of hot springs: outdoor and
indoor. It is also available for 4 people to book
together. The more number of people to share,
the cheaper for each
3. Each session is an hour
4. Be sure to make an appointment at least 2-3
months in advance as if super popular
5. The hot spring is currently undergoing
expansion work, so arrive early to be on time
You need to report to the front desk 15 minutes
before your scheduled time slot
6. It doesn't matter if you are not self-driving,
because they provide hourly pick-up and drop
off service, a small from the centre of
Queenstown.
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The environment is very dreamy. I think it is worth the money. But the bad thing is that children are not allowed to enter at night. I don't know why. But overall it is still a good experience.
very nice experience. love the view, enjoyed onsen massage and treatment. the price is not friendly but it's worth ✨️
The Onsen Barrel Hot Spring is a very good hot spring in Queenstown. Here you can enjoy the barrel hot spring that is very close to nature, which makes people doubly relax physically and mentally. Soaking in the hot spring while looking at the beautiful scenery outside is really a kind of enjoyment in life.
The Angsen Barrel Scenic Hot Spring in Queenstown is a place worth visiting. There are many huge barrels filled with natural hot spring water. It can accommodate 3 to 8 people at the same time. Everyone can enjoy the beautiful scenery around without any obstacles. It feels so strange. You must come and experience it.
The Angsen Barrel Hot Spring is the most famous hot spring in Queenstown. It is divided into two types: open-air hot spring and indoor hot spring. A large wooden barrel is built above the hot spring pool. When you soak in the barrel, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery around you. It feels like the sky is your blanket and the ground is your bed. It is very comfortable.
It's OK, the location is good, but there is a road under construction at the door, so parking is convenient. One hour is too short to take a shower and change clothes. I suggest you go there during the day or in the evening, and you can buy a Pedro lamb chop on the way back.