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Rotorua Hotel Guide. Hotels in Kawaha Point, Rotorua, New Zealand

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1. Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Beautiful place! Perfect place for a couple relaxing days off from exploring NZ"
United States
Patrick
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

2. Koura Lodge

Koura Lodge
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Perfect stay! Beautiful location, right on the lake shore, and beautiful property. Kayak, spa, sauna, and less than 10 mn drive to downtown Rotorua. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
Australia
caroline
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Koura Lodge
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

3. On The Point - Lake Rotorua

On The Point - Lake Rotorua
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"This was the best place we stayed in NZ, the rooms and attention to care were spectacular!"
United States
Elizabeth G
The price is €450
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
On The Point - Lake Rotorua
Front of property

4. 1 Double Beds Studio 95 Aquirus Drive

1 Double Beds Studio 95 Aquirus Drive
2.0 star property
Kawaha Point
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
1 Double Beds Studio 95 Aquirus Drive
House | Living area

5. 3 Bedroom House at 95 Aquirus Drive

3 Bedroom House at 95 Aquirus Drive
2.0 star property
Kawaha Point
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
3 Bedroom House at 95 Aquirus Drive
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

6. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 1.3 km from Kawaha Point
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (400 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Parley-Nicolene
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Newina Rotorua
Deluxe Twin Room, Mountain View

7. Quality Hotel Rooms with 1 to 4 Beds

Quality Hotel Rooms with 1 to 4 Beds
3.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 1.1 km from Kawaha Point
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quality Hotel Rooms with 1 to 4 Beds
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

8. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu, 2.3 km from Kawaha Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
Superior Studio | Terrace/patio

9. Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fairy Springs, 1.1 km from Kawaha Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"Such a great place to stay. Super close to Skyline, good size rooms, comfy beds, and really lovely staff. Our favourite place to stay in Rotorua!"
Australia
Kym
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Ripple Rotorua
Outdoor pool

10. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
Koutu, 2.2 km from Kawaha Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
Chalet, 1 Queen Bed

11. Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Kawaha Point
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"Glad we stayed. Cost was good considering it was Matariki weekend. Thank you to the staff."
Australia
Maia and Sheryl
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

12. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 3.3 km from Kawaha Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to town. And funky, yet awesome rooms"
Australia
Mark
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Prince's Gate Hotel
Exterior

13. AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 1.1 km from Kawaha Point
7.8 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
Australia
GANESAN
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
AWA Hotel
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Transfer Shower, Garden View | Terrace/patio

14. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 2.1 km from Kawaha Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (304 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay with young kids - trampoline, playground and animals to feed kept our 3yo very entertained. Very quiet and safe. Clean and well equipped. Only thing that would make it better is a spa pool!"
Australia
Allie
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hideaway of Rotorua
Bar (on property)

15. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Kawaha Point
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and perfect for the one night we were there. Bed was amazing and staff were lovely"
Australia
amanda
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
ibis Rotorua
View from property

16. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City, 3 km from Kawaha Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."
United States
Francis
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Regent of Rotorua
Outdoor pool

17. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Koutu, 2.2 km from Kawaha Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (368 reviews)
"Great motel, good location, had everything we needed & very helpful management. Would definitely return & recommend."
New Zealand
Tonia
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Red Rock Thermal Motel
Apartment | Private kitchen

18. Central Apartments Rotorua

Central Apartments Rotorua
3.0 star property
Inner City, 3.3 km from Kawaha Point
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great accommodation, exactly as advertised and super central to restaurants/ eat street etc, public thermal park across the road( free entry). If I had to anything negative, would be the parking a bit tight but manageable, will happily stay again if bookings are available."
New Zealand
Tane
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Central Apartments Rotorua
Standard Studio

19. Central Stay Hinemaru

Central Stay Hinemaru
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Kawaha Point
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Central Stay Hinemaru
Hot springs

20. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City, 3.1 km from Kawaha Point
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Singapore
Desmond
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Aura Accommodation
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Where to stay in Kawaha Point

Find the best Kawaha Point areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal hot spring surrounded by rocky terrain and lush greenery, with a large building in the background.

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Top Kawaha Point Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Nice clean accommodation"
Janice 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Kawaha Point?
Kawaha Point is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and golfing. Consider a visit to Lake Rotorua as part of your Kawaha Point travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Kawaha Point?
Based on our traveller data, Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Kawaha Point. This lodge offers a marina and free breakfast. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include On The Point - Lake Rotorua and Koura Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Kawaha Point?
Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options in Kawaha Point to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kawaha Point, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Kawaha Point.
What is there to do around this Rotorua neighbourhood?
Lake Rotorua is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kawaha Point. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park are also worth a stop.

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