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Kowhai motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Rotorua with 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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2 indoor pools, outdoor pool
Premium Suite | Private kitchen
Premium Suite
Exterior
Premium Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Explore the area

Map
1232 Ranolf St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010
  • Kuirau Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rotorua Central Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Rotorua Night Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Garden
Private rooftop hot tub
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium Studio | Bathroom

Premium Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Apartment

Business Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Highlights

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Comfort Apartment

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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City Apartment

City Apartment

Highlights

Garden
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Economy Apartment

Economy Apartment

Highlights

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

Highlights

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Blackout curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • City view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Private kitchen

One Bedroom Apartment With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Premium Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three-bedroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Apartment With Air Conditioner

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

City Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment With Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Business Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Rotorua

Kowhai motel puts you in the heart of Rotorua, steps from Kuirau Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Rotorua Central Mall. Highlights at this motel include 2 indoor swimming pools, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi in public areas, and has luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Rotorua motel include Rotorua Night Market and Waimangu Cauldron.
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What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 7 min walk
  • Eat Street - 9 min walk
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 11 min walk
  • Polynesian Spa - 13 min walk
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Scope Cafe Rotorua - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Social Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kowhai motel

Motel in Rotorua with 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool
As a guest of Kowhai motel, you'll find 2 indoor swimming pools and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Rotorua motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Kowhai motel offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Kitchens offer stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Highchair
  • In-room kitchen
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Kowhai motel Motel
Kowhai motel Rotorua
Kowhai motel Motel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kowhai motel?

Kowhai motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kowhai motel?

As of 19 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kowhai motel on 26 Jan 2025 start from NZ$153.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kowhai motel?

Yep, Kowhai motel has a free self car park.

Does Kowhai motel have a pool?

Kowhai motel has 2 indoor swimming pools and an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is Kowhai motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as 2 indoor pools, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kowhai motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kowhai motel?

No, Kowhai motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kowhai motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kowhai motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Kowhai motel?

There isn't one on site, but Government Gardens Golf is a short 18-minute walk away.

Kowhai motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very near an interesting park and a Lake Rotorua lakeside walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and the team were amazing and helped with all our requirements. Had a great stay and will definitely return when back in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thebe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management was great.the studio was awesome had everything we needed.will definitely go back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to walk into town and the mineral pools too it off! Will definitely be back 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Corey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is in desperate need of an upgrade, broken windows , toilet hanging of the wall , very dated but bed was clean and sleepable
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ying Hsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024