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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Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$207 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$207
22 Mar - 23 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! (1,122 reviews)
Great views of the garden and mountains.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$209 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$209
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 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
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$294 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
NZ$294
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Fantastic room, excellent facilities and friendly and helpful staff.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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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 ...
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 Rainbow ...
9/10 Wonderful! (509 reviews)
Spotless room. Really did a good job with a small space. Cozy family vibe.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Ripple Rotorua
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