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Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free spa
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Welcome to the Kowhai Motel Rotorua, where adventure meets comfort! Located just a stone's throw from Rotorua's buzzing city center (only 0.2mi away), this fabulous 4-star motel serves as the perfect home base for your explorations. Step into your cozy retreat at 1232 Ranolf Street, and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime—all starting from just $113 a night!
Dive into relaxation at our refreshing outdoor swimming pool, soak in the luxurious hot tub, or indulge yourself with a trip to the spa—all without breaking the bank because these amenities are free for your enjoyment! Our rooms come equipped with all the modern comforts: air conditioning, a kitchenette for those late-night snacks, and a private entrance to ensure your stay is a private escape. And for those sun-soaked days, our beach loungers await you, complete with a lovely garden atmosphere that's perfect for unwinding.
With 1,328 glowing reviews, Kowhai Motel Rotorua is a beloved choice for many travelers. Guests rave about our impeccable service, the tranquil environment, and the convenience of free Wi-Fi and parking. Whether you're soaking in the nearby geothermal wonders or exploring scenic hotspots, you'll find that our cozy motel feels like a home away from home!
But that's not all that Kowhai Motel Rotorua has to offer—let’s talk about the wide variety of rooms beckoning you to enjoy a cozy night’s sleep after a day filled with adventure. From charming studios perfect for romantic getaways to spacious three-bedroom apartments designed for larger families or groups, your choices are vast! Imagine unwinding in a room with a kitchenette, where you can whip up a quick breakfast before diving into your day of exploration, or snuggling in the living area of a family suite, sharing travel tales while the kids play nearby. With smart layouts and comfortable beds, each space is tailored to ensure you wake up refreshed and ready for whatever Rotorua throws at you!
For those looking to explore the wonders of Rotorua beyond the motel, you're in for a treat! From geothermal parks to cultural experiences, the excitement never ends. Soak in the stunning natural beauty of the area while you hop on nearby trails, or unleash your inner thrill-seeker with a bit of bungee jumping or white-water rafting. With the city center just a short distance away, you’ll find plenty of shops, cafes, and local eateries where you can savor delectable New Zealand cuisine. Don’t forget to ask our friendly staff for their personal recommendations—after all, they’re also passionate about helping you discover the hidden gems of this vibrant locale!
And let’s not forget about the evenings! After a day of excitement, what better way to wind down than by taking a dip in our adults-only heated outdoor pool? Picture yourself floating under the stars, the warm water melting away the day’s adventures. Or grab a soak in the hot tub—your perfect ending to a day of exploration. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply choosing to indulge in a little well-deserved relaxation, Kowhai Motel Rotorua is your ticket to an unforgettable experience. So pack your bags, invite your friends or family, and prepare for a journey bursting with comfort, adventure, and heartwarming moments!
Closest airports
Rotorua Airport
4.3miTauranga Airport
32.3miWhakatane Airport
39.2miTaupo Airport
42.5miHamilton International Airport
53.3miOutdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free spa
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Garden
Bathtub
Free toiletries
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One-Bedroom Apartment
1 Double Bed
2 Sofa Beds
485 sqft
Hot tub
Spa tub
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
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Stay in our stylish One-Bedroom Apartment, perfect for a group of 4 adults and 3 children. Indulge in the luxury of a hot tub/Jacuzzi and spa tub, as well as a fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom with a bathtub. Plus, enjoy amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and free toiletries.
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Family Double Room
1 Twin Bed
1 Double Bed
1 Bunk Bed
485 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenware
Private entrance
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Experience spacious and comfortable living with our Family Double Room, boasting a generous size of 484 sqft. This room accommodates up to 5 adults and 4 children, featuring a fully-equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and a range of amenities for your convenience and enjoyment.
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Three-bedroom
2 Sofa Beds
4 Twin Beds
2 Double Beds
1035 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenware
Private entrance
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Spacious three-bedroom apartment with 1033 sqft, accommodating 10 adults and 4 children. Includes air conditioning, private entrance, and a fully equipped kitchen. Offering comfort and convenience for larger groups.
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One-Bedroom
2 Twin Beds
1 Double Bed
485 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenware
Private entrance
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Experience the ultimate comfort and convenience in our stylish One-Bedroom Apartment. With its spacious layout and modern amenities including a fully-equipped kitchen, private entrance, and flat-screen TV, this room is perfect for families or groups.
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Studio
1 Queen Size Bed
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Private entrance
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Welcome to our cozy Studio room! With a spacious area of 161 sqft, this room is perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, kitchenette, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.
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Two-Bedroom
1 Sofa Bed
1 Double Bed
2 Twin Beds
485 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenware
Private entrance
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Welcome to our Two-Bedroom Apartment, a spacious and comfortable retreat perfect for families or groups of up to 7 people. This modern and well-equipped apartment features a kitchen, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and a cozy sitting area, ensuring a relaxing stay for all guests.
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Jonni
8.2
July 2023
Great location that suited our needs well. Staff were kind and went out of their way to accommodate our special requests prior to arrival (parking in view of room and allowing our small dog in the car) We loved the swimming pool which was warm enough to swim on a cold winter's morning and also the small thermal pools to warm up afterwards. The unit was immaculately clean and reasonably well equipped. The bed was comfortable and the shower was great.
We had clearly booked for four people but the 4th sofa bed was not made up ready for our arrival and we had to go ask, and then ask again for another towel, cutlery etc. We booked a room with a private spa in a courtyard attached. When we asked for the plug to fill the spa we were discouraged from using it saying it was too cold and hard to keep the spa warm, but the plug was given. We felt if a spa is advertised it ought to be set up for use... in particular there were no floating rubber covers for the spa which is what is commonly used to retain water temp between uses. This is poor management and after advertising the spa to attract guests it borders on a transgression under the Fair Trading Act.
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Kushla
8.2
May 2023
We booked the 3 bedroom apartment for 4 Adults and 3 children. It felt more like a home, was so spacious, exactly what was needed. One room consisted of a large double bed, 2nd room large double bed and 2 singles, 3rd room had 2 single beds and there were 2 single beds in the lounge dining area and it still felt spacious. Staff were friendly and also accommodated for the extra cars .
Would have been nice if a vaccum was available just because I prefer to keep the property clean. With 3 children under 7, keeping crumbs off the floor tends to be a little impossible 😁
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Wanda
9.1
January 2023
we were upgraded to a two bedroom suite with fully stocked kitchenette. Yong was so friendly and helpful during our check in and provided a small carton of milk for our morning coffee! He suggested great places to eat and shop and provided maps to make sure found our way. The hotel has two small thermal pools that were too hot to actually get in but we managed to splash ourselves with the mineral water. Be sure to remove all your jewelry before hand. My silver was badly tarnished… The hotel is showing its age but was clean and comfortable. Within walking distance to main eating and shopping and directly across from a nice park.
Would have been nice to have a sign near the thermal pool to advise to remove jewelry.
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Karina
8.2
September 2023
I liked the lady at reception friendly helpful and easy to deal with. The location was great we could walk to town and the netball courts were just up the road. The Pool was right by our rooms which was great.
The old fulla he was a busy body he came to one of my ladies rooms when a couple of our friends were visiting us and starts telling the lady at reception that we have more than we are meant to in the room etc and just poking his nose around where it was not wanted or needed.
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Ritika
8.2
October 2023
Property is fine neat and clean. They provide all the kitchen stuff bedding was nice . Heaters ac were working .
Its very small thing but I guess they should provide toothpaste too , but again never mind and it was very windy and doors kept banging all night which was quite uncomfortable may be doors need to but screwed up . If they could provide more information in kitchen explaining they have provided gas stove as well it will be excellent.
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Noriko
10
January 2024
The staff were friendly, the room had everything I needed, and it was in a safe area within walking distance from the city center. There were restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and parks nearby, making it a convenient and value-for-money place to stay.
Nothing!
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Wong
9.1
October 2023
The young staff is very friendly and helpful. So is the boss that see us leave. The room and bed is very comfortable. We like the 2 by 3 mineral dip all by ourselves. Walking distance to kuirau park and sat market. Nice stay!
The parking lot for room 8 need reverse into the lot in front of the house, not for big vehicle. I did like dozen 3 point turns to reverse in to the narrow lot due to other vehicles in outer lots.
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Alison
9.1
September 2022
Lovely staff and room although my unit was too close to the road/footpath for my liking and I felt paranoid having a spa at night just hearing people walk past sounds real close like they were on the otherside of the wall or near my car. The rooms above reception can probably partially see you in the spa and courtyard in the unit I had, otherwise I enjoyed our stay. Will be back when I need another break from home 😁
I don't really have much to complain about everything was pretty good. Maybe put a max fill level for the spa for people like me as I didn't know much about them and didn't realize it was flooding out to the footpath until reception come to tell me (sorry again for that)
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Miguel
8.2
February 2024
We spent 4 nights at this Motel and had a great stay. The room was big and comfortable, with a very handy well equipped kitchen. The hotel also had 2 mineral hot pools which was great to relax by the end of the day.
The room did not have bedside tables so we used a chair instead. Also the room lightning could be improved.
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Dennis
8.2
February 2024
This location was excellent. Easy walk to the CBD and the central park. Each room was assigned a parking spot. While the pool area was not large, it provided a good spot to relax.
If you are looking for an upscale place to stay this is not the place. However it is clean and comfortable and is a perfect location for walking to the CBD and parks.
Attractions
Te Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.2miGovernment Gardens Rotorua
0.5miBlue Baths
0.6miSulphur Point
0.6miPolynesian Spa
0.6miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.7miVelocity Valley
4.3miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5.3miLake Okareka
5.8miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.9miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.8miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.7miMt. Tarawera
15.4miLady Knox Geyser
16.3miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.4miAttractions
Te Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.2miGovernment Gardens Rotorua
0.5miBlue Baths
0.6miSulphur Point
0.6miPolynesian Spa
0.6miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.7miVelocity Valley
4.3miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5.3miLake Okareka
5.8miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.9miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.8miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.7miMt. Tarawera
15.4miLady Knox Geyser
16.3miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.4miAirports
Rotorua Airport
4.3miTauranga Airport
32.3miWhakatane Airport
39.2miTaupo Airport
42.5miHamilton International Airport
53.3miLocation
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free spa
Spa tub
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Garden
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Activities
Happy hour
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Spa tub
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Desk
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Fold-up bed
Iron
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Free spa
Hot tub
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa facilities
From 15:00
Until 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 07:00
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Reservations
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+1-833-728-2041Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$18 per child per day
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
$18 per person per day
The price in NZD has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only,
Eftpos
This property accepts cash.
What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Kowhai Motel Rotorua?
Kowhai Motel Rotorua offers check-in timings from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Make sure to check out by 10:00 AM.
Does Kowhai Motel Rotorua provide parking options?
Yes, there is parking available at the Kowhai Motel Rotorua. The parking is free, private, on site, and reservation is not required.
What's the nightly rate at Kowhai Motel Rotorua?
Kowhai Motel Rotorua has rates that begin from $113. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.
What are the room types available at Kowhai Motel Rotorua?
The Kowhai Motel Rotorua offers a variety of room types, including two-bedroom apartments, one-bedroom apartments, family double rooms, one-bedroom rooms, and studios. The rooms range in size from 161 sqft to 484 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms can accommodate different numbers of adults and children, with the maximum being 5 adults and 4 children. The beds in the rooms include double beds, twin beds, sofa beds, queen size beds, and bunk beds.
Where can guests find entertainment in Kowhai Motel Rotorua?
Guests at the Kowhai Motel Rotorua can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool where guests can take a refreshing dip or relax by the poolside. The pool is heated, ensuring a comfortable swimming experience regardless of the season.
In addition to the swimming pool, the hotel also offers spa facilities, including a spa tub and a hot tub/jacuzzi. Guests can indulge in a therapeutic soak to unwind and relax. The hotel provides beach chairs/loungers for guests to lounge by the pool or on the beach, adding to the leisure options available.
With these amenities, guests can make the most of their stay at the hotel, whether it's swimming in the pool, enjoying a soak in the spa tub, or simply lounging by the poolside.
Does Kowhai Motel Rotorua feature a pool area?
The hotel has an outdoor pool called Pool 1. It is available all season and is heated. However, it has an age restriction and is only for adults.
What methods of payment does Kowhai Motel Rotorua accept?
Kowhai Motel Rotorua accepts various payment methods including Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos. Additionally, cash payments are also accepted.
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