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Our top choices for Lake Tarawera hotels

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

1. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Lake Tarawera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (419 reviews)
"Great place for a Rotorua stop over, the room was clean & bed comfortable."
Australia
Martin
The price is ￥14,603
￥16,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Newina Rotorua
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
16.5 km from Lake Tarawera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Clean and fantastic service. We really enjoyed our stay!"
Australia
Vinay
The price is ￥15,894
￥18,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
STAY280 & STAY284 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is ￥19,561
￥22,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Regal Palms Resort
Living area

4. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Lake Tarawera
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The interior of the room was fantastic and really nice to be able to relax in the wooden tub. Staff was really helpful with recommendations of places to visit whilst in Rotorua"
Australia
Scott
The price is ￥18,541
￥21,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Avero
A pool with water splashing, surrounded by a covered area with a clock and a sign.

5. 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 ￥9,961
￥11,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
All Seasons Holiday Park
A commercial building with a sign for Drapac HealthBeauty Products, a souvenir shop, and a restaurant named Kawaha.

6. AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
20.5 km from Lake Tarawera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"Good for sleeping for the price!"
New Zealand
Aguilar
The price is ￥8,000
￥10,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
AWA Hotel
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

7. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
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 ￥10,427
￥12,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Pure Motel
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

8. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
17.2 km from Lake Tarawera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
The price is ￥5,326
￥6,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

9. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
16.8 km from Lake Tarawera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay at a very convenient location. Good facilities available."
Australia
Kevin
The price is ￥19,753
￥22,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a lake.

10. Koura Lodge

Koura Lodge
5.0 star property
19.3 km from Lake Tarawera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Perfect stay! Beautiful location, right on the lake shore, and beautiful property. Kayak, spa, sauna, and less than 10 mn drive to downtown Rotorua. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
Australia
caroline
The price is ￥39,830
￥45,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Koura Lodge
A house with a large glass conservatory, a well-maintained lawn, and a view of a calm lake.

11. Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
19.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel and beautiful location!! The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating for my family. Thank you"
Australia
Murtuza
The price is ￥70,149
￥80,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

12. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
18.5 km from Lake Tarawera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (474 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is ￥11,586
￥13,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

13. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
18.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is ￥13,934
￥16,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

14. On The Point - Lake Rotorua

On The Point - Lake Rotorua
5.0 star property
19.4 km from Lake Tarawera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Very special well maintained hotel with an exceptional view of the lake. A redeveloped house with additional cabins and animals on the property. Gave it a 4 stars instead of 5 because dinner is incredibly expensive and there was no way to walk around the lake and do some exploration"
United States
Ivan
The price is ￥93,947
￥108,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
On The Point - Lake Rotorua
A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.

15. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
4.5 star property
14.5 km from Lake Tarawera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"We enjoyed the trip"
Australia
Larry
The price is ￥14,996
￥17,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
A swimming pool with a metal handrail in the foreground.

16. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
17 km from Lake Tarawera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (670 reviews)
"Staff were very accommodating.dati g to our needs and facilities were excellent"
Australia
Paul
The price is ￥9,994
￥11,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ambassador Thermal Motel
A luxurious outdoor pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake at dusk.

17. Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
4.0 star property
19.7 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621 reviews)
"Nice staff and good amenities"
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is ￥17,992
￥20,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

18. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
18 km from Lake Tarawera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"The area is great and the campground is really nice."
United States
Omar
The price is ￥7,588
￥8,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

19. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
15.9 km from Lake Tarawera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,186 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Rotorua"
United States
Tim
The price is ￥17,675
￥20,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Rydges Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

20. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Good location. We'll equipped rooms and the spa tub was wonderful after a long day of sight seeing."
Canada
Charleen
The price is ￥13,059
￥15,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Tarawera

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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
9.4
Exceptional
419 reviews
View
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
9.8
Exceptional
148 reviews
View
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.
Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Living area
Avero
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
15 reviews
View
A pool with water splashing, surrounded by a covered area with a clock and a sign.
All Seasons Holiday Park
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
580 reviews
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Top Lake Tarawera Hotel Reviews

Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome spot. Everything you need. Mike was incredible to deal with. Just an outstanding place to hang out"
Crawford R. 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

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.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Tarawera?
For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Lake Tarawera, head over to our customer service page.
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.