Luxury hotels in Rotorua

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Rotorua. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Perfectly positioned on the edge of Lake Rotorua, Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel offers a solar-heated swimming pool, a sauna and free Wi-Fi. All rooms boast a fireplace and views of the lake, pool or rose garden. The luxurious rooms include an espresso coffee machine, an iPod dock, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. You can enjoy the monsoon rain shower and the luxury bath products provided. Set on 1 acre of manicured gardens, Lakeside Black Swan Boutique Hotel features a private jetty and both a croquet lawn and a petanque court. The tour desk can arrange a helicopter trip to see the region’s famed volcanos and thermal parks. Overlooking the beautiful lake, the restaurant offers contemporary Pacific fusion cuisine. Your breakfast includes a full range of continental options as well as cooked options including full English breakfast, eggs benedict, freshly baked croissants and homemade pancakes. The hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Roturua, and 10 minutes’ drive from the Rotorua Museum of Art and History. Rotorua International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 939 NZD.

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• 2 Pullman Rotorua Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Hotel. Situated in Rotorua, 4.9 km from Rotorua International Stadium, Pullman Rotorua features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Buried Village is 15 km from Pullman Rotorua, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 9 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 289 NZD.

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• 3 Peppers on the Point Lake Rotorua Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Resort. Surrounded by Lake Rotorua, Peppers on the Point is a luxury retreat featuring spectacular views to Mokoia Island. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the restaurant or indulge in a massage or treatment at the day spa. Peppers on the Point Lake Rotorua is a 15-minute drive from Whakarewarewa Thermal Village and a 10-minute drive from Rotorua Museum of Art and History. Rotorua Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Each room includes under-floor heating, air conditioning and an en suite bathroom with a spa bath and shower with massage jets. Satellite TV, ironing facilities and an in-room safe are also provided. You can play a game of tennis or work out in the fitness centre. Relax with DVD from the library or curl up with a book in front of the guest lounge’s open fire. The restaurant offers New Zealand cuisine accompanied by fresh vegetables and the finest wines. Dine either in the main dining room, a private dining room, your suite or outside overlooking the lake. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 982 NZD.

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• 4 Regal Palms Resort Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Resort. Regal Palms Resort offers a range of studios, suites and apartments, all with cooking facilities and hot tub. Facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna and guest lounge/bar with open fireplace. Each room at Regal Palms Resort includes a private bathroom, flat-screen satellite TV and DVD player. Heating and air conditioning are provided, along with tea/coffee making facilities, microwave and fridge. All rooms have either an outdoor patio or private balcony. Guests have access to a BBQ area, tennis court, fitness centre, day spa and 9-hole mini golf course. Guests can charge their meals from selected local restaurants to their room. It is a 5-minute drive to Rotorua city centre and a 15-minute drive to Rotorua Airport. Lake Rotorua is 3 km away. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 305 NZD.

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• 5 Kings On Peace Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Located in Rotorua, within 3 km of Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km of Paradise Valley Springs, Kings On Peace provides accommodation with free bikes and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star motel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The motel features family rooms. Guest rooms at the motel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Kings On Peace features certain rooms that include a terrace, and all rooms have a coffee machine. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Kings On Peace offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and barbecue. Buried Village is 14 km from the motel, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 7 km from Kings On Peace. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 275 NZD.

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• 6 Ngamihi Lodge Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Ngamihi Lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation just 10 km from Rotorua, overlooking the beautiful Lake Okareka. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature views of the lake or garden. Rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding, cycling and fishing. The bed and breakfast also offers free use of bicycles. Buried Village is 4 km from Ngamihi Lodge, while Rotorua Museum is 10 km from the property. Rotorua Airport is 8 km away. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 595 NZD.

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• 7 KARANDA BnB Rotorua, New Zealand

  Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Rotorua, KARANDA BnB offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a shared lounge. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Rotorua International Stadium is 1.8 km from KARANDA BnB, while Paradise Valley Springs is 8.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional, 12 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a free airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 260 NZD.

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• 8 Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Featuring rooms with a spa bath and free Wi-Fi, Silver Fern Rotorua is just 1 kilometre from Rotorua Golf Club. It features a hot tub and a day spa. Free parking is available on site. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa is 10 minutes’ drive from the famous Polynesian Spa and Mitai Maori Village. Rotorua Airport is a 15-minute drive away. All rooms have a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each modern room includes cable TV, a DVD player and electric blankets. Some rooms have access to a shared balcony. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace, or enjoy a meal in the barbecue area. The property also offers free bicycle rental, free DVD rental and a tour desk. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 215 NZD.

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• 9 Solitaire Lodge Rotorua, New Zealand

  

  Lodge. Solitaire Lodge is a luxurious 5-star property 20 minutes' drive from Rotorua, set on a private peninsula on the shores of Lake Tarawera. Spacious suites feature modern interiors and stylish furnishings. with views of the lake, the lagoon, or the volcanic summit of Mount Tarawera. The property features a private helipad for flights over Mount Tarawera and Orakei Korako. The Lodge hosts can assist with booking helicopter tours and arranging cruises on the lake. The restaurant serves fresh local produce and a selection of New Zealand wine. Outdoor dining is possible on-site. Solitaire Lodge is a 10-minute drive from The Buried Village, and a 20-minute drive from Whakarewarewa Forest. It is a 40-minute drive from Rotorua Regional Airport and the Polynesian Spa. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 2650 NZD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!