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    Hanmer Springs

    Posted by lilydunn 5 January 2011

    An array of thermal pools set among lawned gardens. Some of the pools are in natural rock form and range in temperature from warm to extremely hot and sulphuric. The effect is instant relaxation. Also in the complex are several large free form swimming pools catering for all ages from fun themed with flumes for children to graduated depths for stronger swimmers. All pools are heated via natural springs and are useable even in snow. There is a glass fronted cafe serving wonderfully healthy food all reasonably priced. There is a backdrop of mountains and a wild west feel to the small town where you will find a range of cheap (such as hostel) to luxury accommodation. This was my favourite place in New Zealand and an ideal way to recouperate after many days on the road.

    www.hanmer springs.co.nz.
    42 Amuri Avenue, Hanmer Springs 7334, New Zealand
    +64 3315 0000
    Google map: bit.ly/fMzalO

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