That is my first time to experience the hot springs in New Zealand. The first thing shocked me is that we have to pay the money for the wifi, which reminded me of Bear Grylls. Finally, I drove to the gas station, which is 10 minutes away to send regards to friends. However, the advantage is we experienced one day without relying on the cell phone and totally absorbed ourselves into the beautiful environment.
About the pools, there are four for outside and two for inside. When you try the outside ones and there is no net suspended, you will get the 100% welcome from sandflies and their families. No exaggeration.
Maybe the facilities are quite different from my primary expectation, which makes me a little disappointing with this trip. Or, maybe next time we should choose to camp somewhere.