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Ripple Rotorua

3.5 star property
Family-friendly apartment with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden view
Near Skyline Rotorua, Ripple Rotorua provides a terrace, mini golf, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥12,288
￥14,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13

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House, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Standard Studio

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Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Superior Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Family Apartment

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Deck/patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Fairy Springs, a neighborhood in Rotorua, Ripple Rotorua is in the entertainment district and on a river. Mitai Maori Village and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skyline Rotorua and DriftKartz. Traveling with kids? Consider Luge Rotorua and Agroventures.
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Map
3201, Rotorua, 4 Barnard Road

What's nearby

  • Skyline Rotorua - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eat Street - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gold Star Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Stratosfare - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Third Place Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ripple Rotorua

Family-friendly apartment with an outdoor pool and a hot tub
An outdoor pool, a conference center, and a hot tub are available at this apartment building. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a Smart TV with digital channels. Room service, premium bedding, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests.
Ripple Rotorua offers 22 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Trampoline
  • Travel crib

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 20 per person
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Conference center (872 square feet of space)
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • In the suburbs
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Mini golf
  • Volleyball
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 22 units
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 25
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The property’s restaurant is closed on Sunday between May and October.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 20 per person
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Braeside Resort
Braeside Rotorua & Conference

Frequently asked questions

Does Ripple Rotorua have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Ripple Rotorua?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ripple Rotorua on Oct 12, 2025 start from ￥12,288, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ripple Rotorua pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ripple Rotorua?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ripple Rotorua?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ripple Rotorua?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Ripple Rotorua located?

This family-friendly Rotorua apartment building is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Skyline Rotorua, Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park, and Mitai Maori Village. Volcanic Hills Winery and Ogo are also within 15 minutes.

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Ripple Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 479 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved every feature of the complex. Warm, clean and modern facilities. Delicious and perfectly cooked to order breakfasts. Lovely surrounding being close to the stream and hearing it while relaxing in the spa. We are keen to stay there again and recommended it to both families and couples.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everyone is very friendly can’t wai for my September booking 5th to the 7th Vinaka
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, nice restaurant, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people that run the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay in New Zealand

Best time on a 2 week holiday, great people and close to attractions. Would HIGHLY recommend this place to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to live!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt and

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, nice snd clean and an amazing chef in the restaurant! Worth a visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was lovely Room was clean Good facilities Outside area was great, lovely short bush walk by the creek

10/10 Excellent

gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the outings we had planned in the area. Very clean and front desk lady was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay with great location

Location is great! We had a comfortable stay and loved the private spa, but there's room for the cleanliness to improve. The electricity also went out during our stay, but the staff were helpful can got an electrician to come fix it quite quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ricco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a terrific stay! Our suite was comfortable and clean. The shower head broke and management had it fixed right away. Staff were kind and friendly. We will definitely recommend this place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely. Not a modern, bells and whistles hotel but all we needed.. AND a personal spa pool part of our room. Felt like a typical hotel for 1950’s era that NZ typifies for me. Lovely owner/ staff. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Veena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, friendly and helpful. Had a bit of an ant problem, but they were aware and fixing the problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property seemed not maintained, spa and pool blocked off, games room locked . Lovely to have the Skyline gondolas and facilities within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area nice and quite, property area and room are clean and neat. Stuffs are very friendly, great service. I arrived late, the restaurant was about to close but I need to get something to eat and the cook at the restaurant willing to cook up something for me and even delivered to my room. Wry nice people! Five stars for that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

CHEROLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a Hilton or Marriott, it’s a cute quaint motel. Something you would have seen all over the place in 1950’s and ‘60’s. The appliances are new and small but convenient. Room was comfortable and clean. The exceptional thing that really made it was Kitty the owner. She goes out of her way to see to your comfort and that you have a wonderful experience while you’re staying there in Rotorua. We are completely comfortable recommending this cute place to anyone.

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a motel pretending to be a hotel. We were not aware that we were staying in a motel unit until we arrived. Good facilities above usual for a motel. Serviced daily when most motels are not, but it calls itself a hotel or a resort. It is a motel with good and rarely encountered facilities for motels but we wouldn't stay there again. We think it should front up and honestly admit it is what it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very dated property. No plugs near bed. No shampoo/soap/etc.

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get what you need. The bathroom was small with no counter space and it had a tiny sink. No hair dryer was provided. The front desk receptionist was very nice and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced and shabby motel

The motel is pretty basic and a bit tired. Despite paying over $275 per night we missed out on a private spa pool. The games room and mini golf are not n dire need of refurbishment and there’s certainly no way any business would ever use this place for a conference. Its redeeming feature is that it’s opposite the luge. We’re the price halved I might recommend it but it’s a 2 star motel at a 4 star hotel price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely LOVED our stay here, with two adults and two young children. One bedroom suite had two large beds, so younger children were able to share. We were greeted by exceptionally warm staff and they went above and beyond for us. Kids really enjoyed the playground, minigolf and games room. But they especially loved the warm pool (I think it was 32 degrees!) and spa. The whole place felt so tranquil. I wish we had been able to stay longer. If we plan another Rotorua visit, Ripple will be first on my list of places to rebook. A simply wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

anoop

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a quiet place to have good rest and at the same time it’s close enough to most of the shops and other activities. Neat rooms and nice staff will consider staying in future visits to Rotorua.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023