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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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13 Nov - 15 Nov
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Our top choices for Rotorua motels

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, (1,000 reviews)
"The luxury room was refurbished so was in lovely condition. The pool and playground are in bad shape. In the photos they look in great condition but they need an upgrade, especially for how much you pay for the facilities."
Australia
Stacey
The price is ฿4,244
฿4,880 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Regal Palms Resort
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

2. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were so helpful, they were children friendly. They offered an upgrade for a bigger room at low cost. So awesome, best stay"
Australia
Mere
The price is ฿2,603
฿2,994 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

3. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Great location. Great stay."
Australia
Sumer
The price is ฿3,035
฿3,491 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
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, (212 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is ฿3,024
฿3,477 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Thermal Oak Motel
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"The stay was perfect for a night in Rotorua, the location is convenient and everything is within walking distance"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿3,834
฿4,409 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Aura Accommodation
Living area

6. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The interior of the room was fantastic and really nice to be able to relax in the wooden tub. Staff was really helpful with recommendations of places to visit whilst in Rotorua"
Australia
Scott
The price is ฿4,421
฿5,084 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Avero
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

7. New Castle Motor Lodge

New Castle Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Fenton Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
"Great place , very accessible. Friendly staff great motel."
Australia
Danielle
The price is ฿1,843
฿2,119 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
New Castle Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

8. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is ฿2,660
฿3,059 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

9. Central Stay Hinemaru

Central Stay Hinemaru
2.0 star property
Rotorua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Confortável e bom custo benefício, mas precisa melhorar na estrutura."
Brazil
Renzo
The price is ฿1,764
฿2,029 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Central Stay Hinemaru
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

10. 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 ฿3,610
฿4,151 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Capri on Fenton
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

11. 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 ฿2,625
฿3,019 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

12. 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 ฿2,229
฿2,563 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

13. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Glenholme
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room with all the amenities."
Australia
Mohammed
The price is ฿3,478
฿3,999 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Wylie Court
A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.

14. Executive on Fenton

Executive on Fenton
4.0 star property
Glenholme
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Great property and location"
Australia
Joseph
The price is ฿3,308
฿3,805 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Executive on Fenton
A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

15. Arista of Rotorua

Arista of Rotorua
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (457 reviews)
"Loved our stay at The Arista over Matariki weekend. Great hotel, comfy beds, nice wee kitchenette and of course a spa pool."
Australia
Julia
Arista of Rotorua
A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

16. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Court Motel
2.5 star property
Glenholme
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (416 reviews)
"Great staying here all the time"
Australia
Pumi
The price is ฿1,916
฿2,203 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fenton Court Motel
A row of single-story cabins with sliding doors, a picnic table, and a grassy lawn.

17. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (308 reviews)
"Loved the animals and the location was very close to activities and a supermarket."
Australia
Angela
The price is ฿2,661
฿3,060 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hideaway of Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

18. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"good for 1 night stays, recommend"
Australia
Tyler
The price is ฿1,771
฿2,037 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Apex on Fenton
A two-story motel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a signboard.

19. Six on Union

Six on Union
3.5 star property
Victoria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (316 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 ฿1,901
฿2,187 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Six on Union
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of trees and buildings in the background.

20. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (350 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is ฿1,784
฿2,051 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Astray Motel
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Park Central Rotorua

Park Central Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Very accommodating stuff and extremely polite."
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Park Central Rotorua

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Rotorua Motels information

Number of reviews
6,921
Accommodation
61 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,029
Highest Price
฿5,084

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rotorua?
If you're having trouble locating a motel 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 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. The word "motel" was coined 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 self-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 self-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 such as 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 self-parking.
How many motels are there in Rotorua?
Take your pick from 50 motels in Rotorua.
What can I do in Rotorua?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly, culturally rich area, visit 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 road trip, 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 temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Rotorua is 1660 mm.
What are my options for getting around Rotorua while 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) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look 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.