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ROTORUA ACCOMMODATION

The following is just a sample of some of our more popular  properties in this area. It is by no means a comprehensive listing of available accommodation for this town or region. Please feel free to contact us for more choices or assistance with booking properties other than those listed here. 

Rates expire 31Dec05

DELUXE

Royal Lakeside Novotel
Tutanekai Street, Rotorua

This international standard 199-room hotel is located on the shores of picturesque Lake Rotorua with views over the lake and local parks. A five-minute stroll brings you to the city centre.
All rooms have TV, radio in room, room service, air conditioning, bath and shower, coffee and tea maker, mini bar and hair dryer.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception, room service, geothermal spas, 3 massage and treatment rooms for beauty treatment and body wraps, poolside saunas and gymnasium, conference and meeting facilities. The Atlas Brasserie is open for breakfast lunch and dinner and Clarke’s bar is open until late. Also available at its adjacent Cultural Centre is nightly Maori Hangi and Concerts. 

FIRST CLASS

Millennium Hotel

Corner Eruera and Hinemaru Streets, Rotorua

The Millennium Hotel is just a brief stroll from Lake Rotorua, Rotorua’s International Convention Centre, Polynesian Spa and the town centre and tourist attractions and adventure activities.
The hotel has a total of 227 fully air-conditioned rooms and suites, including 6 spa rooms, 160 premium rooms and 2 executive suites.  All rooms are equipped with colour TV, Sky TV, minibar, telephone and tea and coffee making facilities.  There are 2 on site restaurants and 1 bar.  The 'Feast and Revue', New Zealand's finest Maori Cultural Concert, operates nightly.
It also offers many facilities and services, babysitting, parking, gymnasium, sauna, spa pools, plunge pool, heated swimming pool, modem and fax facilities, internet and email, adventure booking, conference and banquet facilities.
Ten minutes away from the airport and 2 hours away from the skifields. 

QUALITY

Rydges Hotel
272 Fenton Street, Rotorua

At Rydges Rotorua you'll enjoy the comfort and charm of Rotorua's most spacious accommodation, located on the edge of Rotorua's Arawa Racecourse in a park-like setting.
From the hotel, experience panoramic views across the city to Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island.  The hotel is within walking distance of the Rotorua central retail and leisure development and Convention Centre. In total there are 135 rooms, deluxe rooms and deluxe suites:

• 91 distinctive rooms feature spa baths, private balconies offering views of Lake Rotorua and Redwood Forest, tea and coffee facilities, mini bar, ironing board, TV and hairdryer.

• 21 corporate business rooms feature bureau desk, private spa bath, balconies and fax and modem points.

• Room features: individually controlled ceiling fans, remote control TV, pay TV movies, tea and coffee facilities, ironing board, mini bar and refrigerator, clock radio, hair dryer, functional workspace area and interconnecting rooms are available.

The hotel offers 24-hour reception and room service, complimentary car parking, conference and meeting facilities. Recreational activities on site include a rooftop indoor thermally heated swimming pool, plunge pools and sauna, fully equipped gymnasium with TV, water cooler and air-conditioning plus mountain bikes for hire. The Atrium Café is set in a spectacular four storey central court area, The Mezz Bar overlooks the atrium and the nightly Maori and Polynesian Cultural show and Hangi Feast is sure to thrill.

Distance from Airport:  8.5 kilometres
Distance from central business district:  2.0 kilometres 

STANDARD

Park Heritage Hotel
Froude and Tyron Streets, Rotorua

The 203 room, recently refurbished Park Heritage Hotel overlooks the legendary Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and historic Village. The hotel is near forest jogging tracks and adjacent to the Rotorua Golf Course. A 71 room extension recently opened offering the newest rooms in Rotorua.
All rooms have colour TV, Sky movies, radio alarm clock, individually controlled air-conditioning, ISD/IDD phones, desk, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, laundry and dry cleaning service, iron and ironing board, hairdryer.
The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, thermally heated pool and spas, free car parking, babysitting, complimentary courtesy van to and from town. Chapman’s Restaurant and cocktail bar caters for in-house food and beverage and nightly Maori feast (hangi) and concert cultural performances cater for visitors from all over New Zealand and the world are held in the spectacular purpose built Cultural Centre.

Lake Plaza Hotel
1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua

The Lake Plaza Hotel is situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua opposite the Polynesian Spa Pools and Resort. All 250 rooms offer ensuite bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone, colour TV, Sky TV, CNN, In-house movies, mini bar and 24 hour reception and room service. Superior rooms also include an iron, ironing board and hairdryer. Located just two blocks from the CBD, services include a guest laundry, heated pool and private spas, restaurant and bar and nightly Maori Hangi dinner and concert.

BED and BREAKFASTS AND BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION

The Springs
16 Devon Street, Rotorua
Hosts:   Colleen and Murray Ward

Warm hospitality, elegant surroundings and superb food make The Springs Luxury Bed and Breakfast the finest stay in central Rotorua.
Each of the four ensuite rooms is luxuriously appointed with every modern facility. King or twin beds have crisp cotton sheets, cosy wool comforters and plumped up pillows. The rooms all enjoy ensuite bathrooms, walk-in-closet with luggage storage, individual central heating, ceiling fans, robes, hairdryer, iron, telephone, television, fresh flowers and doors to a private patio overlooking the garden have access to the garden filled with roses and camellias. Breakfast time is fun with meals cooked to order in our warm and open breakfast room. Chat with the chef, read the paper or organise the day's activities with your helpful hosts.

Summary of Information:

• No. of rooms with ensuite: 4

• Cooked breakfast included

• Dinner available: No

• Do you have any pets: No

• Children 14 years and over are welcome

Note: Check-in time is from 3 pm. Should you anticipate arriving earlier, please advise at time of reservation.

Princes Gate Hotel

1 Arawa Street, Rotorua

Princes Gate Hotel will delight travellers who appreciate distinctive properties that radiate character.  The hotel is just a short stroll from central Rotorua's many cafes, bars, shops and attractions, as well as the Tourist Information Centre. It is close to the city centre and a just stone's throw from the edge of beautiful Lake Rotorua.  The airport is a convenient 10 minute drive away.
There are 50 guest rooms, including 2 luxury suites, 36 superior guest rooms, 12 one and two bedroom apartments with kitchens.  All rooms have a private bathroom, radio, Sky TV, telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities.  The Hotel offers off street parking, 24-hour reception, room service, conference facilities, sauna, sun bed, thermal swimming pool, private thermal pools and plunge pools.  There is an on site restaurant and bar. 

LODGES

Kawaha Point Lodge
171 Kawaha Point Road, Kawaha Point, Rotorua

Kawaha Point lodge is a beautifully restored family owned retreat on the shores of Lake Rotorua. Set in one acre of mature gardens with panoramic views. Kawaha Point Lodge is guaranteed to suit those in search of luxury and tranquillity. Kawaha Point Lodge offers beautiful settings for experiencing superb cuisine and wines. Dinner can be served in the elegant Dining Room or in the Library for more intimate occasions. The Garden Room and wide verandas make for great alfresco dining. This exclusive lodge offers eight double Ensuite bedrooms each with garden or lake views. Our stunning lodge provides the perfect setting for overseas guests, small weddings, conferences or that extra special celebration.

Includes:  Accommodation, 5 course dinner, full cooked breakfast, morning and afternoon tea and all non-alcoholic beverages.

Surcharge for Christmas Day and New Year's Eve applies

Treetops Luxury Lodge
351 Kearoa Road, RD 1, Horohoro, Rotorua

Treetops Lodge offers the ultimate in world class luxury accommodation and is located in the heart of the trout fishing capital of the world, Rotorua New Zealand. This modern, luxury lodge boasts its own wilderness park, hunting and game reserve at its doorstep.
Nestled in magnificent natural surroundings, Treetops Lodge boasts an elegant architectural style that is derived from New Zealand's pioneering past. Timber and stone finishes echo the beauty and simplicity of the great outdoors at Treetops Lodge.  If you not only enjoy luxury accommodation but desire your own 2,500 acre eco park, 7 trout streams, lakes, over 70 kilometres of hiking trails, mountain bike riding, horse riding and the ultimate in tranquillity and solitude - Treetops is the place.
Accommodation is either in the main Lodge or in one of the eight Villas.  
The accommodation wing in the Lodge accommodates eight guests, twin share or double.  
The Villas are 1400 square feet in size and feature a comfortable bedroom, spacious lounge with a fireplace and a kitchenette. Each Lodge and Chalet bedroom feature a super-king bed, ensuite bathroom with double vanity, spa bath and separate shower.

Includes: Accommodation, pre-dinner drinks, dinner and breakfast.