Kowhai Motel Rotorua

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Staff

8.9

Property highlights

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About this property

At Kowhai Motel Rotorua, you can find yourself relaxing in one of 2 natural hot mineral pools or in the 10-yard heated swimming pool. Each studio and apartment include digital satellite TV and free WiFi access. Located in Rotorua CBD opposite the Kuirau Geothermal Park, you'll find yourself only 492 feet from restaurants and cafes in the city center. Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve is a 15-minute drive away. Heating and tea/coffee making facilities are included in each unit. Most also include self-catering cooking facilities. Some units include a courtyard with private hot tub. Guest laundry facilities are available at Kowhai Motel Rotorua.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Located in the top-rated area in Rotorua, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sally-anne
Australia Australia
“Amazing location next to the thermal pools and close to the town centre. Hot natural springs on site as well as regular pool. Great service from the staff and extra facilities such as laundry.”
Maeuny
Philippines Philippines
“Spacious. Perfect for group/family. Very accessible to all needs. Comfy beds.”
Sina
New Zealand New Zealand
“love the outdoor pool and hot tubs. great location within walking distance to the town centre. great park across the road. friendly staff. long reception hours are very useful.”
Nadine
New Zealand New Zealand
“We liked the way the room was set up and it's easy access to parking.”
Xenofon
Greece Greece
“It's a great option for cheap and centrally located accomodation. We loved our time there!”
Kimberley
United States United States
“The hotel was in a great location for walking access to the waterfront and eateries. The room was clean and comfortable and the price was right. We were warmly greeted with easy check-in.”
Marichi
Philippines Philippines
“Location and cost Staff reception is very warm and helpful”
Rowie
New Zealand New Zealand
“The clean pool and spa rooms comfortable beds, kitchenette. We had everything we needed.”
Rowie
New Zealand New Zealand
“The receptionist Grace is lovely and so is the owner. Everything was as good as it gets, nice, comfortable and clean. Good cooking facilities, all we needed.”
Vitol
United States United States
“Functional one bedroom unit that, while somewhat dated, was clean and contained all the amenities I would expect for such a property. Although we didn’t use it, I thought the on-site mineral bath was unique.”

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House rules

Kowhai Motel Rotorua takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Kowhai & Colonial Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.