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Check availability on Lake Okataina Family Hotels

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30 Sept - 1 Oct
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1 Oct - 2 Oct
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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Lake Okataina family-friendly hotels

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, lounge chairs, and a wooden deck area.
A single-story building with a porch, a slide, and a dinosaur statue.
A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living room.
A natural hot spring with clear water, surrounded by rocks and trees.

1. All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
Hannahs Bay
  • Family fun splashes into action with indoor, outdoor, and kids' pools at this holiday park near Lake Rotorua and Polynesian Spa.
NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
All Seasons Holiday Park
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a telephone, and a view of the sea through the window.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and a clock on the wall.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and pendant lighting.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Sudima Hotels', a large statue, and a staircase leading to the lobby.

2. Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Rotorua
  • Lake Rotorua family escape offers outdoor pool, kids' meals, and steps from gardens.
NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Three children sitting by a poolside with lounge chairs and greenery in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.
A dining table with a cheese board, grapes, crackers, and two glasses of red wine.
A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.

3. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
Whakarewarewa
  • Family escapes in lakeside Rotorua—enjoy heated outdoor pool, spa pool, and kids' playroom.
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rydges Rotorua
Indoor/outdoor pool
A spacious indoor area with wooden floors, large windows, and multiple seating arrangements.
A hotel entrance with a curved archway, glass doors, and a central decorative panel.
A spa area with a hot tub, seating, and large windows overlooking a scenic view.

4. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Inner City
  • Serene family lakeside retreat at Novotel Rotorua offers swimming pools, spa pools, and nearby park adventures for all ages.
NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
A cozy children's room with a mural of a forest, a bean bag, a small table, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.
Two yellow armchairs facing each other with a table between them, set against a vibrant, colorful wall mural.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with multiple bottles of toiletries.

5. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Victoria
  • Families splash into adventure at this outdoor pool oasis, steps from Polynesian Spa.
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
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.

6. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
Inner City
  • Family-friendly luxury awaits with 4 pools, babysitting, and steps from Government Gardens.
NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Prince's Gate Hotel
A playground with a blue playhouse, swings, and a small pond.
A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a gray sofa.
A modern wooden house with large windows, a covered patio with outdoor furniture, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

7. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Springfield
NZ$75
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
A pool table with a colorful ball return system, surrounded by chairs and potted plants in a wooden room with large windows.
A commercial building with a sign for Drapac HealthBeauty Products, a souvenir shop, and a restaurant named Kawaha.
A hotel room with a glass shower, a bed, a chair, and a TV on the wall.
A restaurant with wooden interior, tables, chairs, and potted plants.

8. AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
Fairy Springs
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
AWA Hotel
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a house in the background.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a bathroom, and a balcony.
A natural landscape with a small stream, dense greenery, and a wooden fence.
A playground with a yellow slide, surrounded by a tree and a building with a porch.

9. Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua
Fairy Springs
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ripple Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bed with a blue cover, and a view of palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

10. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
Glenholme
NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Lake Okataina

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
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Top Lake Okataina Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, clean, great location"
Rodney 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Prince's Gate Hotel
ibis Rotorua

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"
Amie 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
ibis Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Rajdeep singh 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Rydges Rotorua
Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central

10/10 Excellent
"See earlier quest review"
Hilary 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Quest Rotorua Central
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Nice but a little bit dated."
Gregor 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good
"Private hot tub for each room which you filled with fresh hot thermal water each time you used it.very clean"
David 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good
"Good value for money. Hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Not a bad location as well."
Joseph Peter 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Arawa Park Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Lake Okataina like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Lake Okataina is a good choice. The parks, sporting events and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is the closest airport, or Whakatane (WHK), which is located 31 mi (49.9 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Lake Okataina?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Lake Okataina is 1660 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Lake Okataina?
While you are holidaying in Lake Okataina, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Tamaki Maori Village and Eat Street. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Rotorua Central Mall and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

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