Onsen Hot Pools

Let’s face it, Queenstown is hectic. Being the adventure capital of New Zealand most visitors jam pack everything in. Which makes Onsen Hot Pools a small, hot and bubbly gem in the middle of the action-packed madness. 'Onsen' is the Japanese word for hot spring, and while these pools aren’t heated from a natural hot spring, the water is pure, and hot - at 38.3 degrees. They’re also private with a retractable roof so you can enjoy the insanely good view in any weather, even in a storm. Set high on the cliffs overlooking the Shotover River canyon with a glass of something cold the scenery, day or night, is stupendous. Bookings are essential, and they have a free shuttle from Queenstown.