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Our top choices for Lake Tarawera motels

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

1. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great private spa pools"
Australia
Thomas
The price is HK$583
HK$671 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

2. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is HK$988
HK$1,137 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Regal Palms Resort
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.

3. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is HK$704
HK$810 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Thermal Oak Motel
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

4. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"The spa pool was incredible 😊"
Australia
Jasmine
The price is HK$713
HK$820 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

5. New Castle Motor Lodge

New Castle Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Fenton Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Great place , very accessible. Friendly staff great motel."
Australia
Danielle
The price is HK$432
HK$496 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
New Castle Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

6. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Property was good rooms were tidy pool was great"
Australia
Lee
The price is HK$810
HK$931 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Wylie Court
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

7. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
Koutu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (474 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is HK$569
HK$654 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, a table, and chairs.

8. 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 HK$527
HK$606 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fenton Court Motel
Living area

9. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great location accommodation that felt welcoming, relaxing and upmarket."
Australia
Penny
The price is HK$1,030
HK$1,184 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Avero
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

10. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Victoria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (662 reviews)
"Lovely staff but whole place needs refurbishing and modernising. Tired furniture and carpets. Great shower!"
United Kingdom
Briony
The price is HK$508
HK$585 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of trees and buildings in the background.

11. 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 HK$418
HK$480 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Astray Motel
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.

12. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Koutu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 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 HK$367
HK$431 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Red Rock Thermal Motel
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

13. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 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 HK$1,034
HK$1,189 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Aura Accommodation
A patio area with a table and chairs under a white umbrella, surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.

14. Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"Well positioned"
Australia
Frances
The price is HK$380
HK$437 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Birchwood Spa Motel
A white building with a green roof and a tower, surrounded by palm trees and a road.

15. Greenview Motel

Greenview Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
6.0 out of 10, (363 reviews)
"Great location, basic but had everything we needed. Would stay again "
Australia
Tamara
The price is HK$419
HK$482 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Greenview Motel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

16. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. The host is very welcoming and accommodating. They have"
United States
Sairam
The price is HK$583
HK$671 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hideaway of Rotorua
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

17. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The gentleman that looked after us was very polite and friendly. And the room was extremely clean, probably the cleanest motel room we've seen. "
Australia
Craig
The price is HK$535
HK$615 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pure Motel
A balcony with a white table, a potted plant, and a vase with white flowers.

18. Six on Union

Six on Union
3.5 star property
Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (318 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 HK$432
HK$497 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Six on Union
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.

19. 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 HK$797
HK$917 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sport of Kings Motel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

20. Brylin Motel

Brylin Motel
4.0 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408 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 HK$546
HK$628 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Brylin Motel
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Top Lake Tarawera Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Great location"
Janette 2-night trip
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Millennium Hotel Rotorua

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Lake Tarawera Motels information

Number of reviews
5,955
Accommodation
61 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$431
Highest Price
HK$1,189

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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