Napier City Council is defending what some Ocean Spa users are labelling a “ridiculous” price increase at the heated pool and gym complex, and says it is investigating a special price for locals.
The price increase at Napier’s Marine Parade facility went from $11.50 to $20 for an adult entry fee as of July 1.
Children aged 2 to 14 now cost $12 and a spectator and toddler cost $4.
Ocean Spa user Angus McLay said it was a near 100% increase and he didn’t feel the price matched the facilities provided.
McLay said he frequented the complex at least twice a month and enjoyed the steam room, sauna, and cold pool.