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Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 6 hot tubs and fitness centre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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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

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua, 3201
  • Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
    1 min walk
  • Eat Street
    1 min walk
  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
    6 min walk
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    14 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

Rotorua

A luxury stay in the heart of Rotorua awaits you at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. Within steps you'll find Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance and Eat Street. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 6 hot tubs, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Atlas, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Clarkes Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool as well as access to bike hire. 3444 square feet (320 square metres) of event facilities include 10 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Rotorua hotel include Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua.

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

Luxury hotel with 6 hot tubs and fitness centre
As a guest of Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, you'll find 6 hot tubs, an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 10 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 3444 square feet (320 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Novotel Rotorua Lakeside. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Rotorua hotel.

  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3444 sq ft of conference space
  • 320 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1996
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside offers 199 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per 24-hour period)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 60 minutes per day

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 34 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Atlas
  • Clarkes Bar

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,444 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1996
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 34 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 10 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy
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
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property uses geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 11 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free WiFi in public areas is limited to 60 minutes per day.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Lakeside Novotel
Lakeside Rotorua
Novotel Lakeside Hotel
Novotel Lakeside Hotel Rotorua
Novotel Lakeside Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Rotorua Lakeside
Rotorua Novotel
Rotorua Novotel Lakeside
Accor Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Novotel Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside on 8 Dec 2024 start from NZ$205.86, 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 Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Yep, Novotel Rotorua Lakeside has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for NZD 15.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Novotel Rotorua Lakeside have a pool?

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 6 AM to 11 PM.

Is Novotel Rotorua Lakeside family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Rotorua Lakeside is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Rotorua Lakeside serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors can't get enough of the full brekkie here! Served daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

No, Novotel Rotorua Lakeside does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside?

There isn't one on site, but Government Gardens Golf is a short 13-minute walk away.

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 1046 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1046 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1046 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1046 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1046 reviews" "

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

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bathroom is outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Staff & service
had some problems with checking in but most of the staff are very accomodating and helpful which ill be giving them a good point on that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in took a long time. Room has an empty conditioner bottle, room temp set to 15 degree, hot pools were either just part luke warm or scorching hot, our jug smelt rotten with floaties in it - was replaced fairly promptly . Ironically the "call helpdesk" button on the phone was broken so we had to call room service instead. Breakfast was good. Location is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I had a lovely view out of my window this time however the room wasn't the cleanest and the fridge was very noisy all night
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the lake. Breakfast was great, however they could have done with another coffee machine! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Louraine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I choose the park for the pool, however it was not advertised that it was under maintenance and not in use.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Pillows were very soft, not much substance to them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Firoz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Phaedra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a party downstairs that was extremely loud - clearly not sound proofed. Complained but it carried on quite late
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuntian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gretchen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mike

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Irea

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Clive

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient property in goof location with nice outlook.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Karma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carmela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Neelam, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noisy at pool and people doing bombs whike trying to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room not available until 5.30pm - very obvious staff shortages in dining room also. Felt sorry for them all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024