The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Rotorua in - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Hamurana Lodge

6.1 km from Lake Rotorua

Lisa

Rp5.104.164

Rp5.869.844 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area.

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

8 km from Lake Rotorua

Sumer

Rp1.466.621

Rp1.686.660 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern lighting, and a large window providing natural light.

An aerial view of a residential area with multiple buildings, roads, and a large industrial facility emitting smoke in the background.

A hotel with a tennis court, multiple parking spaces, and a parking lot with several cars.

3. Regal Palms Resort

8.7 km from Lake Rotorua

"This was our first time staying at this property, and we were very impressed. We stayed in a suite and found the check-in process to be quick and easy. It was also convenient to find a parking space close to our room, and we appreciated the range of facilities on offer. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and the spa bath was more like a spa pool, which was a fantastic bonus. The underfloor heating added an extra touch of comfort...

Terese

Rp2.296.059

Rp2.640.468 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

A hot tub with a wooden deck, a bowl of fruit, and a bottle of wine.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and potted plants.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a road.

4. Newina Rotorua

5.8 km from Lake Rotorua

Parley-Nicolene

Rp1.734.402

Rp1.994.562 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a black refrigerator, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, a bench, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

5. Avero

8.8 km from Lake Rotorua

Thalia

Rp2.214.550

Rp2.546.748 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small dining area, and a bed.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.

6. Thermal Oak Motel

7.9 km from Lake Rotorua

Riana

Rp1.627.271

Rp1.871.362 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a zebra-patterned chair, and a ceiling fan.

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

8.4 km from Lake Rotorua

Damian

Rp1.479.328

Rp1.701.227 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a backyard with a pool and greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a small balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a building.

8. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

8.9 km from Lake Rotorua

Kane

Rp1.243.698

Rp1.430.253 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a green armchair, a coffee table with books and glasses, and a TV on a stand.

A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a town and hills through a balcony.

9. Rydges Rotorua

9.1 km from Lake Rotorua

Daisy

Rp1.746.848

Rp2.008.875 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

A room with a glass table, two blue sofas, a single armchair, and a ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a window, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs.

10. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

7.3 km from Lake Rotorua

Shane

Rp1.189.127

Rp1.367.502 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'

A wooden picnic table with a black umbrella, surrounded by green plants and a wooden fence.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a checkered floor, and a light fixture at the end.

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

7 km from Lake Rotorua

Dallas

Rp550.097

Rp632.612 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

12. Apex on Fenton

8.4 km from Lake Rotorua

Tyler

Rp1.132.284

Rp1.302.127 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, floral wallpaper, and a chandelier.

Two armchairs facing a fireplace with bookshelves and a chandelier in the background.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a vintage telephone.

13. Prince's Gate Hotel

6.4 km from Lake Rotorua

Mark

Rp1.789.013

Rp2.057.365 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, and a gray sofa with cushions.

A park with a pond, a concrete path, and a statue.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining table with chairs and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a window.

14. Rose Apartments and Spa

7 km from Lake Rotorua

Wendy yu-wen

Rp2.232.275

Rp2.567.121 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern living room with a glass door leading to a balcony. The balcony has a barbecue grill, a hot tub, and a grill cart.

A 5-star apartment complex with a sign indicating vacancy.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a toaster. There is a dining table with chairs and a bowl of fruit.

15. Kings On Peace

8.2 km from Lake Rotorua

David

Rp2.775.529

Rp3.191.893 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.

A building with a sign that reads "Executive On Fenton."

A residential area with houses, a gated driveway, and parked cars.

A bedroom with two beds, a window with shutters, and a painting on the wall.

16. Executive on Fenton

7.8 km from Lake Rotorua

Joseph

Rp1.664.860

Rp1.914.645 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a table, and chairs. There is a kitchen visible in the background.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A cozy interior with a high ceiling, wooden panel walls, a dining area, and comfortable seating.

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and two wall sconces.

17. Pure Motel

8.2 km from Lake Rotorua

Craig

Rp1.114.147

Rp1.281.269 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.

A couple seated at a table with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a meal.

A spa room with two treatment beds, a hot tub, and a wooden deck with a view of greenery.

A backyard with a hot tub, wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.

18. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

5.1 km from Lake Rotorua

Varun

Rp1.507.573

Rp1.733.724 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A spa area with a hot tub, seating, and plants.

A hotel room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white bed, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A building with a brick facade, a window with a white curtain, and a hanging flower basket.

19. Fenton Court Motel

8.1 km from Lake Rotorua

Pumi

Rp1.138.396

Rp1.309.130 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a dresser.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in island, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery and mountains.

20. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

6.1 km from Lake Rotorua

Honey

Rp1.457.713

Rp1.676.370 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Rotorua

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hamurana Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 193 reviews	View
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua	9.8 Exceptional 122 reviews	View
Regal Palms Resort	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Newina Rotorua	9.4 Exceptional 405 reviews	View
Avero	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View

Top Lake Rotorua Hotel Reviews

ibis Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Love the ability to stay here economically with the kids but visit and use the Novotels facilities also as a guest. Lovely reception staff"

Pullman Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice hotel clean and in the center of downtown, you have may restaurants walking distance, the staff was really nice, yo also have kiwi park at walking distance and government gardens also, restaurant was really good and breakfast is great, I 100% recommend this place"

Hideaway of Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the animals and the location was very close to activities and a supermarket."

All Seasons Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Cabin was great. We booked for six people, however, only got four towels other than the towel issue cool, everything else was good."

Newina Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Good size room, clean, accessible parking"

Sudima Lake Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Nice but a little bit dated."

On The Point - Lake Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Truly one of my most magical hotel stays ever. My private cottage was beautiful and perfect, the grounds with roaming sheep and donkeys were so lovely and peaceful, the lodge was beautiful and the staff was incredible. The lake view is stunning. Very nice made to order breakfast every morning and great location that was just a few minutes away from most of the attractions I visited. Thank you so much for a perfect visit--I'd love to come back!"

Ripple Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Quite"

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property and excellent location"

Other attractions near Lake Rotorua

A large body of water with a small island in the center.

Mokoia Island

Accessible only on a guided tour, this small island at the centre of Lake Rotorua is rich in native birdlife and Māori history and culture.

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A forest with tall trees and a dirt path.

Hamurana Springs

8.8/10 (35 reviews)

Walk beneath giant redwoods beside an enchanting stream to the fast-flowing source of these idyllic springs whose crystal-clear water is many stunning shades of blue and green.

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A group of people observing a ritual in a lush, green forest with a river.

Mitai Maori Village

9.0/10 (441 reviews)

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

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A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park

8.8/10 (81 reviews)

Learn about New Zealand’s most famous bird as you explore this comprehensive wildlife park, complete with a lake full of trout and walk through aviaries.

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Hamurana Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Hamurana at Hamurana Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Agroventures

Take the family on an outing to Agroventures during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Volcanic Hills Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Volcanic Hills Winery during your travels to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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aMAZEme

Bring your family to aMAZEme and enjoy this exciting theme park in Ngongotaha Valley.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Rotorua?

Lake Rotorua is located in an area that travellers like for its spas. You'll find 363 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Lake Rotorua?

Millennium Hotel Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Lake Rotorua. Other good options within a few miles include Newina Rotorua and Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort.

How many hotels are there near Lake Rotorua?

Expedia has 363 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Rotorua.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Rotorua, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Lake Rotorua.

What can I see and do near Lake Rotorua?

Sights like Te Amorangi Museum and Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House highlight some of the local culture. Local parks like Government Gardens, Kuirau Park and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Be sure to get some family photos at Wonderworld Amazement Park, Skyline Rotorua and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance while you're out sightseeing near Lake Rotorua.

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Our top choices for Lake Rotorua hotels

1. Hamurana Lodge

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

3. Regal Palms Resort

4. Newina Rotorua

5. Avero

6. Thermal Oak Motel

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

8. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

9. Rydges Rotorua

10. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

12. Apex on Fenton

13. Prince's Gate Hotel

14. Rose Apartments and Spa

15. Kings On Peace

16. Executive on Fenton

17. Pure Motel

18. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

19. Fenton Court Motel

20. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

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Top Lake Rotorua Hotel Reviews

ibis Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua

All Seasons Holiday Park

Newina Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

On The Point - Lake Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Other attractions near Lake Rotorua

Mokoia Island

Hamurana Springs

Mitai Maori Village

Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park

Hamurana Golf Course

Agroventures

Volcanic Hills Winery

aMAZEme

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