Kowhai Motel Rotorua | Hotel in Rotorua

| 7.8 (1338 Reviews) |  8 Bathrooms  37 Guests
Rotorua Hotel | Kowhai Motel Rotorua

Hotel in Rotorua

At Kowhai Motel Rotorua, you can find yourself relaxing in one of 2 natural hot mineral pools or in the 10-yard heated swimming pool. Each studio and apartment include digital satellite TV and free WiFi access. Located in Rotorua CBD opposite the Kuirau Geothermal Park, you'll find yourself only 492 feet from restaurants and cafes in the city center. Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve is a 15-minute drive away. Heating and tea/coffee making facilities are included in each unit. Most also include self-catering cooking facilities. Some units include a courtyard with private hot tub. Guest laundry facilities are available at Kowhai Motel Rotorua.

Kowhai Motel Rotorua is located in Rotorua.

This 17 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Internet, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1338 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . Coming to Rotorua and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 17 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Rotorua. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Ocean View
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Happy hour
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Room service
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Heated pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform kowhai & colonial motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.98
Location:
8.83
Staff:
8.86
Facilities:
7.74
Comfort:
7.99
Cleanliness:
7.97
Anita
Feb 12, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: I loved the privacy of the spa. The unit was very clean and glad it had an oven. The main pool area was clean and tidy and the swimming pool was excellant, just what I needed after a long shift at work.
Negative: Was good how it was
Summary: So nice and relaxing
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Kitchenette, Toaster, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free spa access, Access to private pool
One-Bedroom
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 45 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
Two-Bedroom
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 45 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Feather pillow

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels

Exclusive services

Free spa access, Access to private pool
Three-bedroom
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 120 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Landmark view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
Superior Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 45 m2
2 Sofa bed Bed
2 Full bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
Family Double Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
Apartment with Balcony
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 50 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Private entrance, Iron, Heating, Carpeted

Kitchen

Microwave, Electric kettle, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Dining table, Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Kitchen, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Heated pool, Pool towels
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