Shaped by nature and cared for across generations, Te Puia is for our community and visitors from all walks of life. It is a place where connection to the land, the sea, and one another can be experienced.
Undoubtably one of New Zealand’s most unique natural hot pools are not be missed.
Whether you’re looking for a cozy place to stay, local spots to eat, or memorable experiences, you’ll find plenty of options here.
Come, relax and expeience this slice of paradise all year round.
We'll shortly be publishing the results from our August 2026 community survey describing what kind of community we want Hot Water Beach to be in 10, 20, 30 years' time.
Register now to ensure you receive the results and the start of a community discussions about our walkways, visitor amenities, growth opportunities, environmental protection and infrastructure improvements.
Hot Water Beach has an awesome network of trappers protecting native bush and reserves. But there is a trap gap aroud village itself.
Installing just one trap helps reduce pest numbers, and give our native birds and wildlife a better chance to thrive.
Every trap added to trap.nz helps build on the great work already underway across our slice of paradise.
Learn about our local businesses, community planning, and how we work with council, or find ways to connect with community.
Discover how you can get involved in caring for our environment through trapping, weed Control, bird protection or planting .
Joining the ratepayers association is a great way to stay informed and connect.