Prince's Gate Hotel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5

The Princes Gate is a historical, boutique-style hotel in the center of Rotorua. This classical 5-star hotel is opposite the Polynesian Spa and the famous Government Gardens. The hotel has 51 stylish guestrooms and apartments, all decorated in a traditional and classical style. Each room is air-conditioned and beautifully furnished with luxurious private bathroom and a range of personal toiletries. The larger apartments offer a living area and kitchen facilities. The Princes Gate Hotel, dates back to 1897 and is located in the historical area of the city. The hotel is only 100-yards from the lakefront and city center and is also within easy reach of the Convention Center. There are a restaurant and bar on-site offering breakfast, lunch, High Tea and dinner. Property offers three thermally heated pools, a private plunge pool and sauna.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Rotorua, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Elizabeth
United States United States
“We were very pleased with our extended stay at the Prince's Gate Hotel. The staff were wonderful and very accomodating. Since it wasn't very busy and we were staying for over a week, they offered to upgrade our room to one that had a...”
Brenda
Australia Australia
“The rooms are stunning, just beautiful. Breakfast was very good. Location excellent. Pools were a great bonus. Absolutely loved the buildings and decor.”
Sharnee-lee
New Zealand New Zealand
“We loved the private sauna and spa availability and the fact the room was so beautiful and warm and cosy. We also loved the fact we got robes with our room and how beautiful the seating area was by the fireplace, it made for the best birthday...”
Bradley
New Zealand New Zealand
“Warm comfy rooms. The renovation is fully completed, so nice having the hot pool back in action.! Always enjoy the breakfast buffet and the "historical" lobby / sitting area by reception also provides nice happy hour ambiance next to the fire,...”
Mario
United States United States
“Beautiful hotel in a great location in Rotorua. We booked the suite so we had 2 bedrooms. The place was spacious, stylish and very clean.”
Blakeley
United States United States
“GORGEOUS hotel! This property is so beautiful and unique. The staff is very friendly and helpful.”
Jianchu
United States United States
“everything! The room, the bed, the breakfast and the service, everything was great! and luckily we got a free upgrade to a suite room, it was fantastic!”
Madison
United States United States
“Staff was super welcoming and nice, bed was really comfortable, the pools were relaxing and nice they had towels for it. I wish I had more time there”
Julie
United States United States
“I find the place very charming. I took all of my dinners at their restaurant and enjoyed the food and ambience very much. Cindy in particular is a very lovely, friendly, service-oriented person who works in the restaurant. Great location.”
Nikol
Canada Canada
“The history and culture of this property, it’s kept in good condition and everything was well managed”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Duke's Restaurant & Bar
  • Cuisine
    Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Prince's Gate Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Prince's Gate Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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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.

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