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Our top choices for Lake Tarawera hotels

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
16.5 km from Lake Tarawera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"The spa pool was incredible 😊"
Australia
Jasmine
The price is P5,650
P6,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

2. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Lake Tarawera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (422 reviews)
"Great place for a Rotorua stop over, the room was clean & bed comfortable."
Australia
Martin
The price is P6,470
P7,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Newina Rotorua
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

3. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
16.3 km from Lake Tarawera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is P7,878
P9,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Regal Palms Resort
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

4. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
15.9 km from Lake Tarawera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,192 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Rotorua"
United States
Tim
The price is P5,680
P6,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Rydges Rotorua
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.

5. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
18.5 km from Lake Tarawera
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 P2,911
P3,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Red Rock Thermal Motel
A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

6. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Lake Tarawera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (553 reviews)
"The park catered for our needs"
Australia
Ricky
The price is P2,454
P2,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Living area

7. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Lake Tarawera
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great location accommodation that felt welcoming, relaxing and upmarket."
Australia
Penny
The price is P8,206
P9,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Avero
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

8. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 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 P4,356
P5,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pure Motel
A pool with water splashing, surrounded by a covered area with a clock and a sign.

9. All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Loved our stay there will definatly stay again"
Australia
rona
The price is P3,939
P4,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
All Seasons Holiday Park
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.

10. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
16.6 km from Lake Tarawera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is P5,613
P6,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Thermal Oak Motel
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
17.2 km from Lake Tarawera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
The price is P2,051
P2,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."

12. Redwood Apartments

Redwood Apartments
3.0 star property
16 km from Lake Tarawera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Great base for exploring Rotorua"
Australia
Graham
The price is P8,233
P9,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Redwood Apartments
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

13. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great private spa pools"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P5,258
P6,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

14. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
16.8 km from Lake Tarawera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was clean and well presented."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is P5,544
P6,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

15. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"The place was spotless, the location ideal."
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
The price is P3,645
P4,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Apex on Fenton
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
18 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (270 reviews)
"The area is great and the campground is really nice."
United States
Omar
The price is P4,407
P5,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

17. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
16.8 km from Lake Tarawera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Janette
The price is P7,780
P8,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

18. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
16.9 km from Lake Tarawera
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 P4,308
P4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

19. New Castle Motor Lodge

New Castle Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
16.1 km from Lake Tarawera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (521 reviews)
"Great place , very accessible. Friendly staff great motel."
Australia
Danielle
The price is P3,775
P4,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
New Castle Motor Lodge
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by potted plants and trees.

20. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
17 km from Lake Tarawera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (671 reviews)
"Staff were very accommodating.dati g to our needs and facilities were excellent"
Australia
Paul
The price is P4,042
P4,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Ambassador Thermal Motel
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Compare top hotels near Lake Tarawera

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

2.0 star property
16.5 km from Lake Tarawera
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A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

Newina Rotorua

4.0 star property
19.9 km from Lake Tarawera
View
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

Regal Palms Resort

5.0 star property
16.3 km from Lake Tarawera
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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 star property
15.9 km from Lake Tarawera
View
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.

Red Rock Thermal Motel

3.5 star property
18.5 km from Lake Tarawera
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9.8
Exceptional
157 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
422 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,192 reviews
8.8
Excellent
371 reviews
The price is P5,650
P6,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The price is P6,470
P7,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is P7,878
P9,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The price is P5,680
P6,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The price is P2,911
P3,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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  • Yes, Pool
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  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Lake Tarawera Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Didn’t have the hot spring for the price we paid. No kitchen in the rooms. Breakfast was 40NZD not worth the price. Coffee by the front desk 6NZD was okay. Not strong enough."
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Other attractions near Lake Tarawera

A rustic wooden structure surrounded by dense forest.

Buried Village

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
Entombed by the eruption of a brutal volcano, this historic village has been perfectly preserved for more than 100 years.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Tarawera?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Tarawera, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 52 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Tarawera?
Solitaire Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Tarawera.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Tarawera?
Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Tarawera.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Tarawera, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Lake Tarawera.
What can I see and do near Lake Tarawera?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Te Rata Bay and Tarawera Falls. Surround yourself with nature at Lake Okareka, Mount Tarawera, and Lake Rotomahana. A visit to Buried Village is worth the trip when you're visiting.