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Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Rotorua with indoor pool and restaurant

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Experience a tranquil retreat in the heart of Rotorua at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. Unwind with breakfast or dinner at Atlas, then rejuvenate in one of the 6 spa tubs or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. With helpful staff, free public WiFi and dry cleaning services available.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and 6 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The current price is £67
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite, 3 Bedrooms | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Royal Suite, 3 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 245 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rotorua Night Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eat Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Poco. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Thai Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside puts you within a 10-minute drive of Skyline Rotorua. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Atlas, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a children's pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 199 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (60 minutes per day)
    • Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (NZD 15.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3444 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • 6 hot tubs
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet access (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Atlas – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Clarkes Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for NZD 10 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 34 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs NZD 15.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 11 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses geothermal energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Rotorua Lakeside offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Rotorua Lakeside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6 AM to 11 PM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Yes. Self-parking costs NZD 15.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Soothe your senses in one of the 6 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Yes, Atlas offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Novotel Rotorua Lakeside like?

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside is in Inner City, a short 1-minute walk from Rotorua Night Market and 3 minutes' walk from Eat Street. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff.
Vassa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The hotel was in a great location, hotel was a little shabby, but staff were friendly.
donna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel location and pool/geothermal spas
Kayne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our “room” was actually a two bedroom unit with living area and kitchenette. A real plus was the washer/dryer in the bathroom. Decent location splitting the difference between the CBD and Mount Eden. Underground parking for a fee, the ramps were steep and narrow but we had a small car so not too scary.
Michael, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Front desk staff were lovely
Wanda, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Poor room conditions and generally staff forget manners in acknowledging there guests
Manoj, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff great room
Aaron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice place
clifton, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and a great hotel
Jacobus J, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great loved all extras like pool and gym
Kusay, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room great. Greeted by friendly staff.
Hartley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Tesi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location, beautiful rooms, convenient
Trudy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean, functional rooms for the family. Bathroom a little dated,
Jason, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stayed, kids were happy. Buffet breakfast & dinner was good. Staff were helpful and accommodating. Handy location. Highly recommended!
Anel Joy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellently
Flores, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Our room was large with a great view of the lake. Would definitely stay again
Andrea, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was nice, staff were very courteous, check-in was a breeze. My only issue was the long hallways being so dark (the black doors dont help)
Pura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice location. Close to great eating establishments
Francesco, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Need for microwave please 🙏
Ritesh, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

This hotel is desperately in need of renovation and management training. It falls well below the standard in the brand.
Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Family-friendly hotel. Good weekend away
Azamal, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

We loved the spa and how friendly the staff were. My daughter loved the way we were welcomed.
George, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excelent
Eric G, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location - noisy from eat street bars if on that side.
Stacey, 2-night trip