Peppers On The Point Lake Rotorua

Peppers On The Point is a luxury hotel in Rotorua built in a 1930’s mansion on the edge of Lake Rotorua with stunning lake views. All of the suites are spacious and clean with underfloor heating and spa baths. Villas include a kitchen and a dining area. The gourmet meals are outstanding!

This hotel is known for it’s excellent, welcoming service and genuinely friendly atmosphere. It retains it’s 1930’s character with wooden furniture, crystal chandeliers and antiques. There is also a fitness centre and tennis court for guests.

Treetops Lodge & Estate

Treetops Lodge is one of the best Hotels in Rotorua, set in a private native forest. It is one of the top luxury Lodges in the North Island so everything is 5 star. The luxurious suites and villas each have a spa bath. There are outdoor mineral hot tubs surrounded by ferns, a dreamy experience. The service is wonderful, as are the gourmet meals created from local game and produce. Other facilities include spa treatments, games room, library and bar.

Other activities offered include hunting, fishing, forest hikes (one with a waterfall, and a night one with glow worms), and mountain biking.

Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua is located in the city, minutes walk from the lakefront and eateries. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the service is friendly and professional. It has valet parking, a gym, restaurant, bar and meeting rooms. There is no pool, but it is within easy walking distance to the Polynesian Pools. Better suited for a business stay than for bringing the family. This is the only large 5 star hotel in Rotorua.

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

A glamorous boutique hotel on the edge of Lake Rotorua, with tranquil lake, pool and rose garden views. The outdoor swimming pool is solar heated and there is also a hot tub, sauna, croquet, petanque and free Wifi. The hotel has its own helipad so indulge in a scenic tour over the local volcanoes and thermal parks!

All of the luxurious rooms have their own fireplace, coffee machine, TV and awesome showers, and come with a free a la carte breakfast. The service here is excellent and it has wonderful reviews from travellers. Only five minutes drive from the city centre. This is a wonderful 5 star hotel in Rotorua.

Prince’s Gate Hotel

Prince’s Gate Hotel in Rotorua is a beautiful vintage style, luxury hotel in a historical building that dates back to 1897. It is in the centre of Rotorua, near the lakefront and adjacent to the Polynesian Spa and Government Gardens. It’s an excellent location for tourists. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the large lounge is warm and inviting with open fires. There is a restaurant and bar, and high tea is also available. Relax in the three thermally heated pools and sauna after your day out.

Regent of Rotorua Boutique Hotel

The Regent has beautiful modern decor, is very clean and comfortable, and is only a five minute walk to local shops and eateries. There is a heated outdoor pool with loungers and an indoor mineral pool. The food in the restaurant is very highly rated.

Staff here are very friendly and helpful. Enjoy the unlimited free Wifi and fitness centre. Each room has designer furniture, luxury linen and a monsoon rain shower! This is a superb boutique hotel in Rotorua.

Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort is one of the best value for money hotels in Rotorua. It is in a great location and has an outdoor heated pool, BBQ area, tennis court, 9-hole mini golf, playground, table tennis, day spa and fitness centre. All rooms have cooking facilities, hot tub, satellite TV, heating/aircon, microwave and fridge.

There is a golf course nearby, and it is also handy to the mountain biking trails in Whakarewarewa Forest. Regal Palms has glowing reviews and amazing service!

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua (formerly the Holiday Inn) overlooks the famous Whakarewarewa Geothermal Reserve and historical village and is also handy to the Redwoods Forest with it’s network of walks and mountain bike trails. It has a geothermically heated swimming pool and two hot tubs. There are facilities available for mountain bike storage and washing.

The buffet breakfast here is amazing value. We always take our family here for the breakfast when staying in town. It has become a tradition for our kids! Kids under 12 stay and eat free, and are catered for with two kids channels on TV, and a new games room that is open on weekends and school holidays. This is my favourite hotel in Rotorua.

Distinction Hotel Rotorua

Distinction Hotel Rotorua is located close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and handy to the network of mountain bike trails in the forest for the active family. They have a secure bike storage room and wash down facilities and a large map of the bike trails available to plan your outings. Come back and relax in the heated outdoor pool, or spa pools in a little grotto.

The rooms here are comfortable and roomy and there’s a sensational buffet breakfast with loads of variety to start your day. Arikikapakapa golf course is next door and it’s a five minute drive to the city centre and Lake Rotorua.

Jet Park Hotel Rotorua

Jet Park Hotel Rotorua is in a handy location, five minutes walk from the city centre. They have complimentary buffet breakfast with great variety and a play area for children. It is excellent value for money and the staff are warm and welcoming. The pool is only heated to a slightly warm 24 degrees, so better suited to warmer months or hardy swimmers. They even have some pet friendly rooms set up with beds and treats for your family pooch. This is an excellent choice for a family hotel in Rotorua.

Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

The Copthorne Hotel is in a nice quiet location, five minutes drive to the city centre and Lake Rotorua and close to the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and famous Pohutu Geyser. The pool and spas are great for entertaining the kids, and it’s five minutes walk to the Rotorua Golf Club.

The rooms are clean and well sized, and everyone raves about the comfortable beds! Staff are friendly and personable. There is free Wifi, free parking and a cooked or continental breakfast.

Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua

Arawa Park Hotel (formerly Rydges) is located next to the racecourse with views over the city. It is a few minutes walk to the shopping area and Lake Rotorua. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and there is free Wifi and parking. Kids under 12 dine free in a beautiful courtyard restaurant, and there is a buffet breakfast with a good selection available.

Deluxe rooms have a spa bath and private balcony. There is no pool anymore so is excellent value if you’re out a lot and just need somewhere to sleep.

Apollo Hotel Rotorua

Apollo is an apartment-style hotel in Rotorua, located close to many tourist attractions and shops, with enough space to be comfortable for a family stay. The staff are pleasant and helpful and there is plenty of close car parking available. The pool is not heated, so probably best for a summer stay, but there is a spa available as well for winter. There is also a laundry available for guests, which is always handy when travelling with kids!

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside is a great family hotel in Rotorua. It’s located right next to the lake in the centre of town. This is the prime spot to stay in Rotorua, next to Eat Street and the lakefront. Novotel has an excellent pool which kids will love. They also do a great buffet breakfast which is a firm favourite with my kids.

Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua

A good pool is essential if you’re travelling with kids, so Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua is a firm favourite with families. The hotel is close to town, it’s walking distance from the waterfront. There are plenty of family rooms, and an excellent restaurant with a breakfast buffet. There’s also a Maori cultural show!

ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua is an excellent hotel in Rotorua. It’s next to Novotel on the lakefront in the heart of town, so the location is superb. It’s a little cheaper than the Novotel too, which is great for those on a budget. There’s a restaurant that has a breakfast buffet.

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua is a large 4 star, it’s one of Rotorua’s best hotels. It also has one of Rotorua’s best hotel pools. Millennium is well located near the Polynesian Spa and the Government Gardens. It’s an easy walk to most of downtown and the lakefront.

Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua has a lovely pool, and they have two bedroom family suites. Because of this it is a popular family hotel in Rotorua. There’s a mountain bike cleaning area for families who bike together. The waterfront is a short walk away. This is an excellent choice for families with older kids.