Kowhai Motel Rotorua, Rotorua – Hotel from $95

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About the Hotel

1232 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3010

Close to Lake Rotorua

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Located around a 15-minute walk from Lake Rotorua, the 4-star Kowhai Motel Rotorua includes an outdoor swimming pool. With views of the pool, the motel is situated within a few blocks of Matariki Cultural Centre and offers spa therapy and barbecue grills.

Location

You'll need 15-minute drive to Rotorua Regional airport. Rotorua High Court City Courthouse can be reached only 550 metres from this smoke-free hotel.

Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to War Memorial Park, located 0.9 km away. There is the compact zoo "Rainbow Springs Nature Park" approximately 10 minutes away by car, while Rotorua bus station is in proximity to the Kowhai Motel.

Rooms

This accommodation has 17 rooms, comprising a mini-kitchen and a dining area. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines, are offered. The rooms also have carpet flooring. Bathrooms inlude a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, and such fine comforts as a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Abracadabra Cafe Bar is located within 300 metres of Kowhai Motel Rotorua and serves contemporary food.

Leisure & Business

This Rotorua hotel includes a hot spring public bath and a Jacuzzi for guests' relaxation. Active guests will enjoy participating in winery tours.

Must-do experiences

Soak in the geothermal pools at the famous Polynesian Spa nearby.
Try a Hangi feast at Te Puia for authentic Maori cuisine.
Visit the stunning Redwoods Treewalk for breathtaking views.
Discover local art at the Rotorua Arts Village on Fenton Street.
Savor a famous cheese roll at the Rotorua Night Market on Thursday.

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Kowhai Motel Rotorua offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Studio

2 persons

380 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Superior Apartment

2 persons

540 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom

2 persons

485 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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One-Bedroom

2 persons

485 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Facilities

Kowhai Motel Rotorua offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.9/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Happy hour

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Spa & wellness centre
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Kowhai Motel Rotorua Location

1232 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3010

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1232 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3010

City landmarks

Landmark

Kuirau Park

3600 ft

Landmark

Polynesian Spa

4200 ft

Landmark

Tamaki Maori Village

4200 ft

Golf Course

Government Gardens

4200 ft

Landmark

Te Puia

1.8 mi

Landmark

Arawa War Memorial Statue

3200 ft

Landmark

Lake Rotorua

3600 ft

Landmark

Sulphur Point

3200 ft

Landmark

Ohinemutu

3100 ft

Spa Centre

The Spa Rotorua

4200 ft

Landmark

Fancy Meow Cat Cafe

3600 ft

Landmark

Saint Faith's Anglican Church

3600 ft

Mall

Eat Street

3600 ft

Church

3C Church Rotorua

2100 ft

Landmark

Te Hahi o te Whakapono

3600 ft

Landmark

Statue of Jean Batten

2200 ft

Landmark

Madhouse Design Store & Gallery

2800 ft

Landmark

Thermal Footbaths

3600 ft

Landmark

Puawai Jade

3600 ft

Landmark

Foot Spa

3600 ft

Nearby

Mall

Central Mall

1800 ft

Queens Drive

Fred W Wylie Memorial Statue

1600 ft

Museum

Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre

1800 ft

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Lake Rotoiti

1800 ft

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Lake Tarawera's Hot Water Beach

1800 ft

Lake Rotoma

1800 ft

Event hall

Te Runanga Tea House

1800 ft

Gallery

Helium Gallery

1800 ft

Church

Saint Lukes Church

1800 ft

1234 Fenton Street

Rakai Jade

1800 ft

Restaurants

Abracadabra Cafe Bar

900 ft

1263 Amohia Street

Our BackYard Pub

700 ft

1287 Eruera Street

Coffee Hub

900 ft

1241 Hinemoa Street

Interval Eatery

900 ft

1241 Hinemoa Street

Sichuan Style Restaurant in Rotorua

1000 ft

1260 - 1262 Eruera Street

Le Cafe De Paris

1100 ft

1206 Hinemoa Street Cbd

Teal Kitchen

1100 ft

1213 Hinemoa Street

Capers Epicurean

1500 ft

1181 Eruera Street

Pig & Whistle

1900 ft

1182 Tutanekai Street Cnr Haupapa and Tutanekai Streets

Fat Dog Cafe & Bar

2200 ft

1161 Arawa Street

Getting around

City Centre

Rotorua4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Rotorua Regional (ROT)15 min · 5.9 mi

Tauranga (TRG)103 min · 42.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop17 min · 4600 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog / Filipino

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Former name

kowhai and colonial motel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score

Based on 579 verified reviews

7.7/10

Very good

77%

Recommend

Breakfast

5.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

7.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.0/10

Staff

8.7/10

Value for money

8.1/10

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