Lake Okataina Travel Guide

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Even though it was overcast, Lake Okataina was gorgeous. The freezing water didn’t stop us from going for a swim!
Even though it was overcast, Lake Okataina was gorgeous. The freezing water didn’t stop us from going for a swim!

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Lakes Lodge Okataina

Lakes Lodge Okataina

3 out of 5
692 Lake Okataina Rd Lake Okataina Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$249 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$249
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach lodge in Lake Okataina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa and Lake Rotoiti ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
Place was a dump. Toilet didn’t work properly, television didn’t work, remote needed batteries, wifi didn’t work properly. The food menu wasn’t even close to the pictures on line. It was run down and was a disaster. We paid for two nights but checked out after one. Only positive was Claire the ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Lakes Lodge Okataina
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$167 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$167
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,126 reviews)
The hotel is well located next to one of the geothermal attractions. Staff was extremely helpful and kind and room was ready before check-in time, what was a blessing. Beds were comfortable and wifi was great.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$201 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$201
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Felt that for the price the room was very dated, and an extremely soft bed didn't allow a good sleep. Breakfast was nice.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central

4 out of 5
1192 Hinemoa Street Rotorua
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,087 reviews)
Pleasant room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Quest Rotorua Central
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

4 out of 5
1420 Hamurana Road Mourea
Stay at this aparthotel in Mourea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Okere ...
9/10 Wonderful! (589 reviews)
The original condo we were given was outdated, with unclean furniture and a musty smell. When we asked for a different condo we were told they were all full. When we asked for our money back, they were able to find an available “club” condo they we would like much better. Ultimately the new condo ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua

3.5 out of 5
4 Barnard Road Rotorua
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Polynesian ...
9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
The room is very clean

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Ripple Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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