Kowhai Motel Rotorua

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

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 8.7 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 and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Property highlights

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Lorna
New Zealand New Zealand
“We enjoyed the thermal pool loving and clean. Parking was a problem my daughter and her family was in unit 11 the car space was a problem. Other wise our stay was good.”
Diamond
New Zealand New Zealand
“Pools, spas and location 💜 staff were very accommodating.”
Renea
New Zealand New Zealand
“The pool of course the rooms are clean comfy and the location is ideal definitely be back again”
Drewjones1
Australia Australia
“Great location and very friendly staff. Good sized rooms and comfortable.”
Tutangewaionui
New Zealand New Zealand
“Pool is cool, rooms are spacious. Kitchen is big and plenty of kitchenware to use.”
Anita
New Zealand New Zealand
“I loved the privacy of the spa. The unit was very clean and glad it had an oven. The main pool area was clean and tidy and the swimming pool was excellant, just what I needed after a long shift at work.”
Pam
United States United States
“Fresh milk given at check-in, to use with tea and coffee. Clean towels each day. Spacious room with kitchen facilities. All staff friendly and helpful. Did not use the pool, but it looked inviting.”
Dawn
United States United States
“Great location. The room was very comfortable and clean, and the managers were very nice and helpful.”
Annette
Egypt Egypt
“Great rooms, comfy bed, loved the natural hot pools. Best of all - we left our favourite water bottle and they called to let us know! They did this so quickly we were able to come back and get it - hugely appreciated :)”
Bolormaa
Australia Australia
“The apartment was very clean and spotless. The staff were polite & helpful. We liked the hot spring pool.”

Area info

Amenities of Kowhai Motel Rotorua

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

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

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.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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