Book a Top Rotorua Motel

If you’re having trouble locating a motel in Rotorua, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 331 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

When you stay at a motel, you’ll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the car park. The word “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Silver Fern Accommodation & Spa: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Cleveland Thermal Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Regal Palms Resort: Enjoy the in-room private hot tub, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Executive on Fenton: A snack bar/deli along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and a manager’s reception are available during your stay. Aura Accommodation: Enjoy access to the 2 indoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

Take your pick from 48 motels in Rotorua.

While you’re sightseeing in this family-friendly, culturally rich area, visit the relaxing spas. Those visiting Rotorua have good things to say about its lakeside, hot springs and forests. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Polynesian Spa, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Government Gardens. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Skyline Rotorua, Agroventures and Zorb. To learn more about local history, take some time at Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rotorua to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Rotorua is 1035 mm.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Rotorua to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Tauranga (TRG), which is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.