Kowhai Motel Rotorua
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Kowhai Motel Rotorua

Motel
1232 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty 3010, New Zealand
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A stay at Kowhai motel places you in the heart of Rotorua, steps from Kuirau Park and 7 minutes by foot from Rotorua Central Mall. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Rotorua Night Market and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Waimangu Cauldron.Show More
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Private parkingFree
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Heated pool
Front Desk with Limited Hours
English
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Property Description
A stay at Kowhai motel places you in the heart of Rotorua, steps from Kuirau Park and 7 minutes by foot from Rotorua Central Mall. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Rotorua Night Market and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Waimangu Cauldron.
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3.8/5
Good
Cleanliness3.8
Amenities3.8
Location3.8
Service3.8
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Surroundings
Airport: Rotorua Airport
(9.6 km)
Landmarks: Kuirau Park
(230m)
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Services & Amenities

Policies

Premium Suite
13

Premium Suite

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Single bed ● Bedroom 3:1 Queen bed and 2 Single bed ● Living Room:2 Single bed
Non-smoking
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City Apartment
9

City Apartment

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Living Room:1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Towels
Dishwasher
Wardrobe
Desk
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Two-Bedroom Unit
5

Two-Bedroom Unit

Bedroom 1:1 Double bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Electric fan
Microwave
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Family Apartment
6

Family Apartment

Bedroom 1:1 Bunk bed and 1 Single bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Electric fan
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Three-bedroom
6

Three-bedroom

Bedroom 1:1 Double bed ● Bedroom 2:2 Single bed and 1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 3:2 Single bed ● Living Room:2 Single bed
120m² | Floor: 2
Has window
Non-smoking
Private toilet
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Studio With Kitchen
17

Studio With Kitchen

1 King bed
35m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Towels
Microwave
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Two-Bedroom Apartment With Air Conditioner
16

Two-Bedroom Apartment With Air Conditioner

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 1 Single bed ● Bedroom 2:1 Queen bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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One-Bedroom Apartment With Spa Bath
4

One-Bedroom Apartment With Spa Bath

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Living Room:2 Single bed
45m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Non-smoking
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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One Bedroom Apartment With Kitchen
4

One Bedroom Apartment With Kitchen

Bedroom 1:2 Single bed ● Living Room:1 King bed
55m² | Floor: 1-2
Has window
Non-smoking
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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Guest Reviews

3.8/5
Good
22 reviews
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  • Cleanliness3.8
  • Amenities3.8
  • Location3.8
  • Service3.8
Average for similar properties in Rotorua
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AI Summary
The accommodation provides excellent mineral pools, comfortable beds, and good value. It is conveniently located near attractions and offers exceptional service. Guests praise the cleanliness and attentive staff.
H‍u‍i‍ ‍L‍i‍n‍g
September 26, 2024
We stayed here and walked to the city for two nights. We missed the check-in time, but the waiter very thoughtfully put a sticky note on the door so that we could check in smoothly.
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A‍l‍i‍c‍e
February 3, 2025
As a family of four with 2 school aged kids we really enjoyed our stay. While a bit dated looking the warm pool and mineral baths were a wonderful way to start and end the day. The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was great for walking to the public central thermal pools and the lake not too far a walk away too. The beds were comfortable and the facilities in the apartment good. We would definitely stay again.
M‍a‍r‍i‍a
January 29, 2025
We had a 10 bed apartment which was great as we could all be together but main road very noisy and was only allowed 1 carpark. Also had to share 1 washer and dryer with the entire motel!
A‍l‍i‍s‍o‍n
January 27, 2025
Great place for family with heated pool and plenty of room space, locality to city centre bonus too. Would stay here again
S‍u‍e
January 13, 2025
It was a lovely clean quiet property. In a grest location.
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
January 13, 2025
Not too bad not too good Kowhai Hotel was not too bad in terms of cleanliness. Its just the toilet has mosquitos when we arrived. We stayed in 1 bedroom apartment and because it was summer it was very hot, the aircon cannot make our room cold there was an electric fan but its still not enough as we have 4 months old baby. Also, the water get very hot and tap was too strong. Wall sockets were limited. The couch was too saggy so hard to get up. However the management are very accomodating when I asked if we can do a late check out, additional cost though.
W‍a‍t‍y
January 10, 2025
Not suitable for allergy sufferers.
V‍e‍r‍e‍n‍a
January 10, 2025
Enjoyed the hot pools, motel is easy walking distance to town, good price

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Cleaning Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–21:00

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kowhai Motel Rotorua have breakfast?

Sorry, Kowhai Motel Rotorua doesn't provide breakfast.

What times are Kowhai Motel Rotorua check-in and check-out?

Kowhai Motel Rotorua check-in time is 15:00-22:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

What is Kowhai Motel Rotorua cancellation policy?

The cancellation policy for Kowhai Motel Rotorua varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at Kowhai Motel Rotorua?

Prices at Kowhai Motel Rotorua change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Please search for the dates you wish to stay to view prices.

What is the cloest airport from Kowhai Motel Rotorua?

The closest airport is Rotorua Airport, and it is about 15 mins from hotel by car (9.6 km).

How to get a receipt?

The receipts are issued differently depending on the payment method you use. If you use "Prepayment", you can get an electronic receipt from the booking details page. If you wish to pay at hotel, please inform the front desk staff when you check out.

What are Kowhai Motel Rotorua nearby landmarks?

Kowhai Motel Rotorua locates at the center of Rotorua. The nearby landmarks include Kuirau Park, and it is 230m from your search (straight-line distance).

About This Property

Nearest AirportRotorua Airport
Distance to Airport9.57KM
Average Price FromCAD186
Hotel Star Rating3