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Our top choices for Waimangu 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
13 Oct - 14 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good value"
Australia
Damian
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A building with a sign reading 'AVERO NO VACANCY' and a white picket fence.

3. 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 modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

4. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room with all the amenities."
Australia
Mohammed
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Wylie Court
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, (133 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay."
Australia
Sumer
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.

6. Executive on Fenton

Executive on Fenton
4.0 star property
Glenholme
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Great property and location"
Australia
Joseph
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Executive on Fenton
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.

7. 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
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Thermal Oak Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

8. 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
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A row of single-story cabins with sliding doors, a picnic table, and a grassy lawn.

9. 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
Hideaway of Rotorua
A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

10. 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
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Arista of Rotorua
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
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sport of Kings Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

12. 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
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Capri on Fenton
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"The stay was perfect for a night in Rotorua, the location is convenient and everything is within walking distance"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Aura Accommodation
A covered outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub, wooden deck, and a sliding glass door leading to a room with a wooden floor and a bed.

14. Ashleigh Court Motel

Ashleigh Court Motel
3.0 star property
Glenholme
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (272 reviews)
"Amazing refurbished room. Loved the spa. Will definitely be back."
Australia
shirley
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ashleigh Court Motel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

15. Brylin Motel

Brylin Motel
4.0 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (406 reviews)
"I like the space that Brylin provides. I've stayed a couple times now when visiting Rotorua and I love it. It's a great place to relax after a full day of exploring, it's comfortable and close to the city centre."
Australia
Kiri
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Brylin Motel
A two-story building with a prominent entrance and large windows.

16. Devonwood Motel

Devonwood Motel
3.0 star property
Glenholme
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (346 reviews)
"great place to stay, friendly staff, great location and it was really clean. I definitely would stay here again, highly recommend"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Devonwood Motel
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

17. 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$177
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

18. New Castle Motor Lodge

New Castle Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Fenton Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
"Great place , very accessible. Friendly staff great motel."
Australia
Danielle
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
New Castle Motor Lodge
A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.

19. Aurora City Suites Motel

Aurora City Suites Motel
2.5 star property
Victoria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Well appointed room and good location. The contactless check in/out procedure was smooth and easy."
Australia
Hamish
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Aurora City Suites Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

20. 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$118
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Apex on Fenton
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Top Waimangu Hotel Reviews

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Good value for money. The room was really clean, which was great."
Emma 2-night trip
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Newina Rotorua

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Waimangu Motels information

Number of reviews
6,832
Accommodation
61 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$113
Highest Price
NZ$251

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Waimangu?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Waimangu, let us help you find a motel or something similar from more than 663 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Waimangu?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Regal Palms Resort is located 18.2 km from the heart of Waimangu. 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 Waimangu is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from the heart of Waimangu. Hideaway of Rotorua: Central Waimangu is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. Aura Accommodation: 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from the heart of Waimangu. Enjoy access to the 2 indoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Waimangu?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Tarawera, Waimangu Volcanic Valley and Lake Rotomahana. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Skyline Rotorua, Waikite Valley Thermal Pools and Velocity Valley. Other places worth a visit include Te Rata Bay and Mount Tarawera.
What's the weather like in Waimangu?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Waimangu 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 Waimangu is 1660 mm.
What are my options for getting around Waimangu while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Waimangu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 12.5 mi (20.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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