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Our top choices for Lake Tarawera motels

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

1. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The luxury room was refurbished so was in lovely condition. The pool and playground are in bad shape. In the photos they look in great condition but they need an upgrade, especially for how much you pay for the facilities."
Australia
Stacey
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Regal Palms Resort
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

2. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good value"
Australia
Damian
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

3. New Castle Motor Lodge

New Castle Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Fenton Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
New Castle Motor Lodge
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aura Accommodation
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

5. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay."
Australia
Sumer
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A row of single-story cabins with sliding doors, a picnic table, and a grassy lawn.

6. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (308 reviews)
"Loved the animals and the location was very close to activities and a supermarket."
Australia
Angela
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hideaway of Rotorua
Living area

7. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Convenient and cosy"
Australia
Mohamed
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Avero
A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

8. Arista of Rotorua

Arista of Rotorua
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (457 reviews)
"Loved our stay at The Arista over Matariki weekend. Great hotel, comfy beds, nice wee kitchenette and of course a spa pool."
Australia
Julia
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Arista of Rotorua
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

9. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

10. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"good for 1 night stays, recommend"
Australia
Tyler
The price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Apex on Fenton
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.

11. Sport of Kings Motel

Sport of Kings Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347 reviews)
"great stay will stay next time"
Australia
Kevin
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sport of Kings Motel
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.

12. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Thermal Oak Motel
A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

13. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Court Motel
2.5 star property
Glenholme
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (416 reviews)
"Great staying here all the time"
Australia
Pumi
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fenton Court Motel
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

14. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
Koutu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

15. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Wylie Court
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

16. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Adequate place to spend a night or two."
United States
Dorothy
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Capri on Fenton
A two-story motel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a signboard.

17. Six on Union

Six on Union
3.5 star property
Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (316 reviews)
"Very nice place parking was hard but we didnt mind thou , owners wete very nice to us and the beds are very comfy will deffnetly stay again when were back in town"
Australia
Sylvester
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Six on Union
A patio area with a table and chairs under a white umbrella, surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.

18. Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (379 reviews)
"Good stay 👍 very affordable"
Australia
Kasim
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Birchwood Spa Motel
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of trees and buildings in the background.

19. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (350 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Astray Motel
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.

20. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Koutu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (370 reviews)
"Great place for families to stay! The kids highlight was the heated pool, we couldn’t get them out. Cottage was spacious, well stocked and perfect for larger families. Location was excellent - close enough to everything. Staff were helpful and friendly. We can’t wait to come back again next year."
Australia
Sandi
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Red Rock Thermal Motel
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Top Lake Tarawera Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Really appreciated how clean the place was and how warm the staff were 😊 Ps. Loved having a nespresso pods machine and air fryer in the room. Would definitely stay again!"
Carmela 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

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Lake Tarawera Motels information

Number of reviews
6,413
Accommodation
61 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$99
Highest Price
NZ$251

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Lake Tarawera?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Lake Tarawera, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 32 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Lake Tarawera?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Regal Palms Resort is located 12 km from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Enjoy the in-room private hot tub, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Central Lake Tarawera is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Hideaway of Rotorua: Central Lake Tarawera is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. Aura Accommodation: 8 mi (12.9 km) from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Enjoy access to the 2 indoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Lake Tarawera?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Tarawera, Lake Tikitapu and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Skyline Rotorua, Waikite Valley Thermal Pools and Velocity Valley. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Buried Village, Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
What's the weather like in Lake Tarawera?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Lake Tarawera to help you plan yours: 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 Tarawera is 1660 mm.
What are my options for getting around Lake Tarawera while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Lake Tarawera to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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