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$213 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$213
5 Mar - 6 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! (1,115 reviews)
We love the swimming pool

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$241 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$241
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
This hotel is not 4 stars hotel, the lady works at the breakfast this morning and the young girl at the reception extremely rude and unprofessional. I have expectations in a “4 stars” hotel. Bathroom is dated and the bedsheets were not the cleanest. Overall not a comfortable staying. Paid way too ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$313 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$313
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent Accommodation

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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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
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! (1,083 reviews)
Absolutely exceptional Service.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Quest Rotorua Central
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! (507 reviews)
Stayed in a superior studio. It did feel a little dated, however it was very clean and comfortable and had a lovely water view from the back deck. The staff were very friendly and helpful too. Just a short drive to most attractions and a walk across the road toThe Skyline.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Ripple Rotorua
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