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Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with indoor pool, near Polynesian Spa

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Miscellaneous
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and 6 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 28.0 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rotorua Night Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Social Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

At Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Atlas, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a children's pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish, Thai

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 199 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas (60 minutes per day)
  • Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*

Parking

  • Uncovered on-site self-parking (NZD 15.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3444 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • 6 hot tubs
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet access (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Atlas – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Clarkes Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for NZD 10 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 34 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs NZD 15.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 11 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses geothermal energy.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Lakeside Novotel
Lakeside Rotorua
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Rotorua Novotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Rotorua Lakeside offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Rotorua Lakeside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6 AM to 11 PM.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?
Yes. Self-parking costs NZD 15.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Soothe your senses in one of the 6 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?
Yes, Atlas offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.
What's the area around Novotel Rotorua Lakeside like?
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside is in the heart of Rotorua, a short 13-minute walk from Polynesian Spa and 8 minutes' walk from Rotorua Night Market. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Takashi, 2-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

M, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, great location, the room was clean, although bathroom needs an upgrade. Disappointed the pool/spa wasn’t open the whole time we were there. Apart from the lady who checked us in, the rest of the staff have an attitude as if everything’s too much effort.
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The main reason to book Novotel is to use swimming pool and hit spa, but they told me it is not available to use and it will be available next morning. But next day still could not use. Disappointed on it.
Jong Bum, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Gail, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Hetvi, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good value for money
Lovely buffet breakfast. So much to choose from. Nice staff who are efficiently working in the breakfast area.trying to tend to your needs. In the room the toilet bwas a bit dated but overall excellent stay and lovely hotel.
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the lake. Breakfast was great, however they could have done with another coffee machine! Loved it!
Kate, 3-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

I choose the park for the pool, however it was not advertised that it was under maintenance and not in use.
Louraine, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Pillows were very soft, not much substance to them.
Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Too expensive for the services offered. Their swimming pool and spa is closed and still they dont mention at the time of booking. Parking is there but paid. No good concierge services. Lift tile was broken. Basin has chip. Didn't get welcome milk bottle but they kept checking paid supplies. House keeping happened at 3 pm after getting upset on staff. Heatpump has dripping sound at the nighy and so cant sleep properly.
Firoz, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Had a party downstairs that was extremely loud - clearly not sound proofed. Complained but it carried on quite late
Phaedra, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yuntian, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Gretchen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Swimming pool was closed for maintenance with no notice, no call/email, nothing on website. Our boys were very disappointed as the pool was the main reason for booking. In the room the carpet was old, stained and needs replaced. Restaurant food quality was pretty poor and they had almost none of the wines in stock that were listed on the drinks menu.
David, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Not disability friendly!
I came for the Disabilities Conference so expected them to be disability friendly but found quite the opposite. I asked for help getting my bags downstairs and was told no by reception. She said there was no one around for an hour so I waited in my room and was found by the lovely cleaning lady. She helped me with my bags and complained to the two people standing at reception that this was not good enough from them. I’ve also been emailed an apology from the manager about the incident but no offer of compensation for the humiliation.
Ashley, 3-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

Great location, right next to Eat Street. Bed was comfy - I slept well. Unfortunately the room is old, outdated, unclean and smells bad (i'm not talking about Rotorua's sulphur smell - the bathroom reeks of sewerage).
Mike, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The buffet breakfast and dinner were ok - could have been some better options but there was plenty to eat and enough choices to ensure everyone will find something suitable to them.
Linda, 2-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Irea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Julie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Front line staff should be seen to be happy & helpful, which they were not. Towels were hit n miss, tidiness good. Wine selection in restaurant was short of selection. Parking questionable. Other wise stay was very comfortable.
Clive, 8-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient property in goof location with nice outlook.
Graeme, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Karma, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Carmela, 1-night trip
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