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A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

1. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Glenholme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"This was our first time staying at this property, and we were very impressed. We stayed in a suite and found the check-in process to be quick and easy. It was also convenient to find a parking space close to our room, and we appreciated the range of facilities on offer. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and the spa bath was more like a spa pool, which was a fantastic bonus. The underfloor heating added an extra touch of comfort...
Australia
Terese
The price is ￥19,545
￥22,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Regal Palms Resort
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
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay."
Australia
Sumer
The price is ￥14,187
￥16,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

3. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good value"
Australia
Damian
The price is ￥12,438
￥14,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
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.

4. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is ￥13,926
￥16,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Thermal Oak Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

5. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is ￥13,141
￥15,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

6. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Victoria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (659 reviews)
"good location to Restaurants and Town"
New Zealand
Shane
The price is ￥12,423
￥14,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
A row of single-story cabins with sliding doors, a picnic table, and a grassy lawn.

7. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay with young kids - trampoline, playground and animals to feed kept our 3yo very entertained. Very quiet and safe. Clean and well equipped. Only thing that would make it better is a spa pool!"
Australia
Allie
The price is ￥14,822
￥17,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hideaway of Rotorua
Living area

8. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Terrific staff; lovely clean renovated rooms"
Canada
Thalia
The price is ￥19,279
￥22,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Avero
Room

9. Accolade Motel

Accolade Motel
2.0 star property
Victoria
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff Good location"
Canada
clara
The price is ￥10,519
￥12,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Accolade Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

10. Central Stay Hinemaru

Central Stay Hinemaru
2.0 star property
Rotorua
The price is ￥9,911
￥11,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Central Stay Hinemaru
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of trees and buildings in the background.

11. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (349 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is ￥8,397
￥9,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Astray Motel
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

12. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
Koutu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is ￥12,691
￥14,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A two-story motel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a signboard.

13. Six on Union

Six on Union
3.5 star property
Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (314 reviews)
"Very nice place parking was hard but we didnt mind thou , owners wete very nice to us and the beds are very comfy will deffnetly stay again when were back in town"
Australia
Sylvester
The price is ￥8,356
￥9,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Six on Union
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

14. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Adequate place to spend a night or two."
United States
Dorothy
The price is ￥15,636
￥18,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Capri on Fenton
A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

15. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Court Motel
2.5 star property
Glenholme
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (414 reviews)
"Great staying here all the time"
Australia
Pumi
The price is ￥9,688
￥11,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Fenton Court Motel
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Singapore
Desmond
The price is ￥17,379
￥20,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Aura Accommodation
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with stools, a mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. Midway Motel Rotorua

Midway Motel Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Was really nice"
Australia
Caitlin
The price is ￥9,651
￥11,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Midway Motel Rotorua
A wooden room with a large bathtub, a shelf with towels, a bottle of wine, and glasses on a tray.

18. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel
4.0 star property
Glenholme
7.8 out of 10, Good, (456 reviews)
"Was good clean tidy room and cheap rate per night"
Australia
Ani
The price is ￥9,177
￥10,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel
A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.

19. Aurora City Suites Motel

Aurora City Suites Motel
2.5 star property
Victoria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (68 reviews)
"Well appointed room and good location. The contactless check in/out procedure was smooth and easy."
Australia
Hamish
The price is ￥10,603
￥12,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Aurora City Suites Motel
A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.

20. Executive on Fenton

Executive on Fenton
4.0 star property
Glenholme
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Great property and location"
Australia
Joseph
The price is ￥14,494
￥16,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Executive on Fenton
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Rotorua Motels information

Number of reviews
5,401
Accommodation
60 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,657
Highest Price
￥22,543

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rotorua?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Rotorua, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 520 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. The word "motel" was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.
What are the best motels in Rotorua?
Regal Palms Resort: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Enjoy the in-room private hot tub, and freebies including WiFi and parking. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Hideaway of Rotorua: It's located within a short 8-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a kitchen. Aura Accommodation: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Enjoy access to the 2 indoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels will I find in Rotorua?
Take your pick from 50 low-cost motels in Rotorua.
What can I do in Rotorua?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly, culturally rich area, check out the relaxing spas. Those visiting Rotorua have good things to say about its lakeside, hot springs, and forests. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Polynesian Spa, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, and Lake Rotorua. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Skyline Rotorua, DriftKartz, and Agroventures. Some historical places you might want to see include Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House, and Te Amorangi Museum.
What's the weather like in Rotorua?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Rotorua to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47°F. Average annual precipitation for Rotorua is 65 inches.
What are my options for getting around Rotorua when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Rotorua to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Tauranga (TRG), which is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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