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Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10

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Located in Glenholme's heart, Tilsley Inn offers a cozy haven for up to 10 people. Warm up with thermal heating and unwind in the thermally heated spa pool after exploring the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest on foot or by bike.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10

  • Summary:

    A spacious, central Glenholme home for larger groups, with the bonus of natural thermal heating throughout and a thermally heated spa pool for year-round soaking. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a BBQ patio, and you can walk to town or bike to the Redwoods. Sleeps 10.



    📍 2 min » Te Puia

    📍 5 min » city centre

    📍 6 min » Polynesian Spa

    📍 8 min » Redwoods Forest



    ✅ Thermally heated spa pool

    ✅ Natural thermal heating throughout

    ✅ Sleeps 10 - four bedrooms

    ✅ 56 Mbps WIFI



    The Space:

    A spacious, comfortable holiday home right in the heart of Glenholme, made for larger groups and families and wonderfully central - you can walk into town or jump on a bike and ride to the Redwoods trails for the day. It has four private bedrooms set off a central hallway, and the living areas flow out to the back patio, where you can unwind in the thermally heated spa pool. Like a true Rotorua home, it runs on natural thermal heating, keeping the house warm and toasty through winter and heating the spa pool year-round. With two bathrooms plus a handy second shower and toilet, and a BBQ out the back, it's an easy, relaxed base for a bigger group.



    HIGHLIGHTS

    ⭐️ Thermally heated spa pool - enjoy it year-round

    ⭐️ Natural thermal heating throughout - warm and toasty

    ⭐️ Spacious four-bedroom home - sleeps 10

    ⭐️ Central Glenholme - walk to town, bike to the Redwoods

    ⭐️ Living opening to a back patio and BBQ

    ⭐️ Two bathrooms, plus a second shower and toilet for bigger groups

    ⭐️ Fully-equipped kitchen and a garage

    ⭐️ Te Puia just 2 minutes away



    - BEDROOMS -

    Bedroom 1: King bed

    Bedroom 2: Four single beds

    Bedroom 3: Queen bed

    Bedroom 4: Queen bed

    Sleeps 10 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.



    - BATHROOMS -

    Two bathrooms, plus a second shower in the laundry (with its own external door) and a second toilet in the garage - handy for a larger group.



    - LIVING AREA -

    An open-plan living area flowing out to the back patio and thermally heated spa pool, and a fully-equipped kitchen (stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher).



    - PARKING -

    A garage plus off-street parking.



    Guest Access:

    You'll have the whole house and grounds to yourselves - all four bedrooms, both bathrooms, the extra shower and toilet, the kitchen and living areas, the garage, and the back patio with its BBQ and thermally heated spa pool. There's a garage and off-street parking.



    The Neighborhood:

    Tilsley Inn sits right in the heart of Glenholme, a central, mostly-residential Rotorua neighbourhood that's handy to everything. You can walk into town, and it's a quick bike ride to either entrance of the Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest for a day on the trails. Te Puia and the Whakarewarewa geothermal area are just a couple of minutes away, and the Polynesian Spa and lakefront are around 6 minutes. Restaurants, cafés and shops are all close by.



    Getting Around:

    Everything's close here - you can walk into town, and it's an easy bike ride to the Redwoods. By car, Te Puia is just 2 minutes away, the city centre around 5, the Polynesian Spa about 6, the Redwoods roughly 8, Rotorua Airport about 12, and Skyline around 13. There's a garage and off-street parking.



    Other Things to Note:

    A nice thing to know: the house runs on Rotorua's natural thermal heating, so it stays warm through winter, and the spa pool out the back is thermally heated for year-round soaking. There's a second shower in the laundry and a second toilet in the garage, which are handy when you've got a bigger group. WiFi runs at around 56 Mbps - fine for browsing and streaming.



    Interaction with Guests:

    If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

To help keep our homes and neighbours safe, we may require the lead guest to provide a government-issued photo ID before check-in. In line with Air...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Glenholme, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, is home to this holiday home. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Polynesian Spa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park. Waimangu Cauldron and Lakes Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A tranquil indoor pool with a view of a lake and mountains.
    Polynesian Spa
    8 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A group of men performing a traditional dance with long sticks in a tropical setting with dense foliage and wooden structures.
    Tamaki Maori Village
    8 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A wooden boardwalk over a body of water with steam rising from the surface.
    Kuirau Park
    8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A traditional building with a steeply pitched roof, ornate red detailing, and a central entrance.
    Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
    9 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ciabatta Bakery
    17 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Super Lucky Takeaway
    12 min walk
  • Scope
    19 min walk
  • Pantry D'or
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10 located?

Located in Glenholme, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Racing Rotorua, Waimangu Cauldron and Rotorua Central Mall. Springfield Golf Club and Rotorua Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Tilsley Inn - Spa Pool, Central, Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Azure

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how spacious the home was and very warm kids loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Very nice place was an awesome stay and was great to unwind after a awesome tri event.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house for 2 families Centrally located Was perfect for our holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend

Great house and location. And great facilities for a group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Overall, we were really happy with everything in the property. Close to town and easy to find, heaps of room for us all to spread out, good having extra toilets and showers and lovely neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kerry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family friendly

We had a great time staying at Tilsley Inn! Its really good to have a place where the whole family can stay together. We were close to all the activities in Rotorua and able to come back in between visiting different places to relax, cook, eat, have a spa and totally recharge. Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All Good

Myself, 2 Daughters, 5 Grandchildren on a short holiday to celebrate a special birthday, we loved the spa, 2 showers and 2 toilets,great with 8 people.Great place, had all we needed and all instructions were clear and straightforward. Nice Place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lots of beds, limited baths

Property clean with lots of beds and clean linens. Only one toilet and shower in the house, then there is one toilet in the garage and a shower in a separate laundry room (which we found when we were checking out). Well appointed kitchen and plenty of space for eating, sleeping, meeting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Access Great Location

Fabulous communication with owers. Booking was a breeze even with a couple of changes from my end. Suitable for what we needed. Great to have the spa.Clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Deryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will stay again

This is a great place to stay for either a group of friends or a large family. All the mod cons. A nice quiet part of town but still within easy reach. You can even walk if you don't mind taking the time. We were in Rotorua to do some walks so it was all good for us. I'll be definitely returning with my family and grandchildren.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SNK VLOGS B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good house located very near to the city

We had good time at the house. The house is located very bear to the city in a calm area. The house was very tidy and neat. Sone basic essential supplies were filled in for usage. Only issue i found was operating the tv, i think the batteries of one of the remote was flat. Otherwise we would definitely recommend Anyone especially for a large family as it has ample space for parking and stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Serena L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, comfortable house

We were a group of 3 adults & 2 tweens. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. The 4th bedroom had 4 single beds & was large & perfect for the kids also having a large tv & desk space.The lounge was big with very comfortable seating. The kitchen had everything we needed & the laundry was handy also having the 2nd shower. The main bathroom is a little dated but was still good, it has a seperate toilet with hand basin & the 2nd toilet is in the garage which works great being next to spa pool & entertaining areas. A cafe, bakery & shop is a short 5min walk & it’s a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Horima P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central Hub with a Hot tub

My family and myself thoroughly enjoyed our weekend stay at this beautiful central Rotorua property. The house was larger than we expected it to be with spaciousness rooms and living areas. The hot tub was a highlight of the visit overall. The 2 Showers and 2 seprate toilets (one being located in the in spacious garage away from the main house) were perfect for the 9 of us. Being centrally located it was easy to zip around the busy Rotorua areas. Good kitchen and appliances with ample utensils and cutlery. When we visited it was winter time and the house was very warm due to the natural geothermal heating. Overall we will be back to this lovely property. Booking essential as we can see why this property gets booked easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and plenty of space!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean, great location and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with everything that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alpha Division S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable beds, Clean, Well stocked with amenities- towels, soaps bedding etc. Safe feel street & neighbours
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bunny-Jay & Trudy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property was great so big and so warm!

Loved our stay
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

The location of this property was excellent.. two bathrooms are
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for exploring Rotorua

Very nice house for our families to spend a weekend in Rotorua.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good house and location

Good for larger groups but facilities a little average
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sports trip away

Enjoyed the facilities and the closeness to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very clean and warm. Overall was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was warm and cosy with the whole house being heated by the continuous hot water heaters around the house, even in the laundry and the garage. We had a pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

The house was great for a big group of us. Was close to everything we needed and nice and clean. Owners communicated with us with quick responses. Really good experience. The spa pool was divine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022