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Our top choices for Lake Tarawera hotels

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.
A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a road.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and potted plants.
A hot tub with a wooden deck, a bowl of fruit, and a bottle of wine.

1. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
19.9 km from Lake Tarawera
United States
Parley-Nicolene
€98
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Newina Rotorua
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large window.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
16.5 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Sumer
€93
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.
An aerial view of a residential area with multiple buildings, roads, and a large industrial facility emitting smoke in the background.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern lighting, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel with a tennis court, multiple parking spaces, and a parking lot with several cars.

3. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
16.3 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Stacey
€130
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Regal Palms Resort
Living area
A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a black refrigerator, and a trash bin.
A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, a bench, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

4. Avero

Avero
16.1 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Mohamed
€135
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Avero
A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.
A spacious lobby with wooden floors and a high ceiling, a reception desk, a seating area, and a view of the outside.
A backyard with a hot tub, wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.
A spa room with two treatment beds, a hot tub, and a wooden deck with a view of greenery.

5. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
14.5 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Larry
€92
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
A pool with water splashing, surrounded by a covered area with a clock and a sign.
A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living room.
Room
A single-story building with a porch, a slide, and a dinosaur statue.

6. All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
14.2 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
rona
€65
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
All Seasons Holiday Park
A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a gray sofa.
A modern wooden house with large windows, a covered patio with outdoor furniture, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A compact, modern room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a small kitchenette, and a shower area.

7. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
16.8 km from Lake Tarawera
United States
Erika
€40
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a table, and chairs. There is a kitchen visible in the background.
A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and two wall sconces.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding and blue pillows, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

8. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Craig
€45
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Pure Motel
A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window.
A hallway with a door leading to a garden.
A two-story building with a balcony, a covered patio area, and a well-maintained lawn with potted plants.

9. Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
17 km from Lake Tarawera
United States
Peter
€123
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Geyser Lookout BnB
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.
A motel with a reception area, multiple guest rooms, and a parking lot.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove.

10. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
18.4 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Mei-Chun
€81
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.
A building with a paved driveway leading to a gated entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a red throw blanket, and a heart-shaped towel arrangement.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, and a coffee table.

11. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
18.5 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Sandi
€49
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Red Rock Thermal Motel
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.
A covered patio with a swimming pool, a table with chairs, and a fenced area with plants.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small dining area, and a bed.

12. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
16.6 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Riana
€93
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Thermal Oak Motel
A house with a large glass conservatory, a well-maintained lawn, and a view of a calm lake.
A hotel room with a large bed, a teddy bear, and a view of the sea.
A house with a swimming pool, a stone pathway, and a view of the lake.
A lakeside view with a sandy beach, clear water, and distant mountains.

13. Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
19.4 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Murtuza
€403
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
A room with two beds, a small table, a cabinet, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

14. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
16.4 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Tyler
€54
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Apex on Fenton
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.
A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with wooden paneling, a checkered floor, and a light fixture at the end.

15. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
17.2 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Dallas
€34
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A modern living room with a glass door leading to a balcony. The balcony has a barbecue grill, a hot tub, and a grill cart.
A building with a prominent 'K' sign, a glass entrance, and a series of windows.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A 5-star apartment complex with a sign indicating vacancy.

16. Kings On Peace

Kings On Peace
16.3 km from Lake Tarawera
United States
David
€158
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Kings On Peace
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with a potted plant, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a kitchen with a black refrigerator and white cabinets.
A modern residential building with a covered driveway, a tree with autumn leaves, and a clear blue sky.
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a view through sheer curtains.

17. Redwood Apartments

Redwood Apartments
16 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Graham
€120
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Redwood Apartments
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a town and hills through a balcony.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a green armchair, a coffee table with books and glasses, and a TV on a stand.
A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.

18. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
15.9 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Zelma
€107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rydges Rotorua
A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a backyard with a pool and greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a small balcony, and a view of the outdoors.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a building.

19. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
15.9 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Kane
€70
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
A swimming pool with a metal handrail in the foreground.
A hotel with a beige facade, two lizard murals, and a sign listing amenities like a mineral pool and heated swimming pool.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a built-in microwave, and a stove.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a kitchenette.

20. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
17 km from Lake Tarawera
Australia
Paul
€62
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ambassador Thermal Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Tarawera

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.
Newina Rotorua
9.4
Exceptional
415 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
9.8
Exceptional
134 reviews
View
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.
Regal Palms Resort
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Living area
Avero
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
8.2
Very good
671 reviews
View

Top Lake Tarawera Hotel Reviews

The Enclave - Lake Tarawera Views, Sleeps 6

The Enclave - Lake Tarawera Views, Sleeps 6

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay for a weekend away. We loved the quiet peacefulness and the birds singing in the evening. Close to biking trails and lakes."
Mike F. 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Enclave - Lake Tarawera Views, Sleeps 6
Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views

Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Darrin G. 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Tui Glen - Lake front bach with stunning views
Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.

Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hostPlenty of spaceAnd kōwhai tree beautiful with tūīsHost lent a suit to my partnerVery generous Enjoyed the stay very much"
charlene r. 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12

Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12

8/10 Good
"Great property, quite big and had everything we needed.Lovely and clean and we are hoping to go back another time."
Michelle G. 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12
Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.

10/10 Excellent
"Mike was such a great host, communication was very clear and quick to answer with any questions. The house has the most stunning view, especially sunrise over the mountain and lake right in front. The fireplace was perfect for the drizzly days and the surrounding area has so much to enjoy in good and bad weather. The house had everything you needed and it was incredibly cosy and comfortable."
Shaynna b. 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Pohutukawa Lake House. Relax in comfort in our well equipped lake house.
Kundaniwas - Lake Okareka Tiny House, Kayaks

Kundaniwas - Lake Okareka Tiny House, Kayaks

10/10 Excellent
"A great little place to getaway to, very easy to find with good directions for both for the property and for checking in. Very quiet but within easy reach of Rotorua.We really enjoyed our winter break.Great support from the InnList team"
Steve O. 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Kundaniwas - Lake Okareka Tiny House, Kayaks
The Boat Shed - Lake Ōkareka Views, Sleeps 4

The Boat Shed - Lake Ōkareka Views, Sleeps 4

10/10 Excellent
"Very cool location with beautiful lake views from both sides.Small kitchen and bathroom downstairs. Quite cold in that downstairs area as although there was an excellent heatpump all the heat went upwards and there are no window coverings in the entry. Beautifully warm in the upstairs lounge, bedroom and loft bedroom. Had all we needed for a comfortable stay.We stayed as a family of four. Note the loft bed is right above the other bed and it did sound like the kids were right next to us when they were whispering during the night. Easily solved with earplugs, but something to be aware of.Would stay here again."
Michelle D. 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Boat Shed - Lake Ōkareka Views, Sleeps 4
Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR

Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR

10/10 Excellent
"Great property. View and spa are amazing."
Trish W. 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Boat Shed at Lake Tarawera - BACH OF THE YEAR
Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"We had a lovely stay, the house had everything we needed and the view was stunning."
Greta H. 4-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Holiday home at Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Other attractions near Lake Tarawera

A rustic wooden structure surrounded by dense forest.

Buried Village

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
Entombed by the eruption of a brutal volcano, this historic village has been perfectly preserved for more than 100 years.
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A sign about Tikitapu / Blue Lake with a scenic background of a lake and palm trees.

Lake Tikitapu

9.2/10 (253 reviews)
Explore one of the region’s most beautiful lakes and relax on the beach beside the sparkling water.
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A weathered sign on a rocky outcrop with the text "MT TATARWA RUAHIASCUAMIT III METRES 3580 FEET ASL" and a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

Mount Tarawera

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
Casting an imposing shadow over the Rotorua region, this colossal volcano is responsible for one of the most devastating eruptions ever to occur in New Zealand.
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Te Rata Bay

Explore the great outdoors at Te Rata Bay, a lovely green space in Waimangu. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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Tarawera Falls

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Tarawera Falls, a lovely green space in Rototai. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Tarawera?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Tarawera, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 52 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Tarawera?
Solitaire Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Tarawera.
How many hotels will I find near Lake Tarawera?
Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Tarawera.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Tarawera, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Lake Tarawera.
What can I see and do near Lake Tarawera?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Te Rata Bay and Tarawera Falls. Surround yourself with nature at Lake Okareka, Mount Tarawera and Lake Rotomahana. A visit to Buried Village is worth the trip when you're visiting.