- Mountain view
- Garden
- Swimming Pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
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About this property
VR Rotorua is enriched in ethnic history. It is at this location where the First Māori settlement was established in the region by Ihunga and his dog. Set on 6 acres on the shores of the beautiful Lake Rotoiti, VR Rotorua Lake Resort is located is just 15 minutes drive from Central Rotorua. It features an outdoor pool, 2 hot tubs, tennis courts and a Sauna. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi. All rooms feature a private balcony or an outdoor sitting area offering either stunning views over Okawa Bay or the surrounding gardens. Each room includes a satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Some offer a relaxing spa bath. Exercise in the Fitness Centre or explore the surrounding areas using a rental bicycle. The hotel has a private boat service that can be used for fishing charters and trips to the Manapouri Hot Pools with prior bookings. Free transfers to and from Rotorua airport are also available. The Grill Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and serves modern New Zealand cuisine. There is a lounge area with a fireplace and a lovely bar offering large variety of local New Zealand wines. VR Rotorua Lake Resort is 7 minutes drive from Rotorua International Airport, Hells Gate Massage & Hot Pools and Kaituna River Wild Water Rafting & Scenic Walks. Redwood Forest is only 10 minutes drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gabriela
Brazil“The bedroom is spacious, with a spacious bathroom and a bath tube from where you can watch TV. The view of the lake is stunning and the staff is extremely polite and kind. They have free parking available and a restaurant that works for breakfast,...” - Anthony
New Zealand“Spacious room. Comfortable bed. Excellent restaurant food at a reasonable price. Location. Pleasant, helpful staff.” - Chelsea New Zealand“Was a quite area and only about 15min drive out of town. Peaceful and comfy bed”
- Shao
Malaysia“Room is spacious and clean, with beautiful lake view. Staffs are very friendly. Will definitely come back to this hotel again.” - Drinz New Zealand“Great location and scenic view. Good value for money.... Staff was good....Great stay for couple of nights although we stayed for one night...Probably will visit again”
- Frazier New Zealand“The location just a little outside the main town was great! All round a lovely stay. I would definitely stay at this place again! 👍”
- Ingrid
Australia“Comfy warm room with 2 beds, perfect for my son and I, very reasonably priced.” 
Margaret New Zealand“Lovely place would definitely use again hopefully a longer stay”- Kalim New Zealand“The breakfast was standard hash browns, beans, sausages, bacon and scrambled eggs. The beds were comfy. Overall was nice to be out of town away from the smell of Rotorua”
Ronnie Malaysia“Lovely place to stay and quiet too. Good for couples and families. Our host Mr Nick was very kind and friendly”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Grill
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
All requests for late arrival (outside of opening hours) are subject to confirmation by the property. Please inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that free transfers are available to and from Rotorua International Airport. Please inform VR Rotorua Lake Resort in advance if you want to use this service.
Please note that only booked number of guests are allowed to stay with us. All requests for late arrivals (outside of opening hours) are subject to confirmation by the property. You are requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that free transfers are available to and from Rotorua International Airport. Please let the hotel know in advance if you want to use this service.
The property requires an NZD 250 credit card pre-authorisation or cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges. You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. Please be aware that full payment for your stay will be required upon your arrival. For further information contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that there is a 3.15% surcharge applicable on all payments made through Credit Cards and PayWave.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform VR Rotorua Lake Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of NZD 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
