Vr Rotorua Lake Resort, Rotorua ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

366 State Highway 33, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3074

VR Rotorua Lake Resort is situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Rotoiti in New Zealand, offering guests an idyllic lakeside experience. The unique lodge-inspired design encompasses expansive landscaped gardens, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Renowned for its superb facilities, the resort combines stunning natural beauty with premium accommodations and dining options. This resort is a prime destination for conferences, weddings, and leisure vacations, focusing on exceptional service and a rich cultural experience.

Location

Located just 10 km from Rotorua Regional Airport and 15 minutes from the city center, VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers easy access to the area's most notable attractions, including geothermal parks and hiking trails. The resort's scenic location beside Lake Rotoiti provides guests with a serene environment to explore both the lake and nearby wooded trails, ensuring a rich experience of New Zealand's stunning natural landscapes.

Rooms

The resort features a variety of room options, including 34 Superior Lake View Rooms, 6 Deluxe Garden View Rooms, and 2 Suites. Each accommodation is equipped with amenities such as under-floor heating, a personal bar, and tea and coffee facilities. Additionally, rooms boast scenic views of Lake Rotoiti or landscaped gardens, complementing comfort with the ability to step out through French doors to the balcony or lawn.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the resort is highlighted by The Grill Restaurant, which offers a stunning lakeside view and serves the finest international cuisines paired with New Zealand wines. Guests can enjoy a diverse menu that includes hot buffet and À la carte breakfasts, as well as specialized catering for dietary needs. The restaurant is also suitable for hosting events, with alfresco dining options available during warmer months, highlighting the resort's exquisite culinary offerings.

Leisure & Business

Guests at the resort can enjoy an array of recreational activities, including access to an outdoor pool, two spa pools, and a sauna. For those looking for adventure, the resort offers a fishing boat for hire, as well as options for kayaking, biking, and hiking in the surrounding Whakarewarewa Forest. The resort also features a fully equipped gym to help guests stay active during their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room Garden View

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room Garden View

Max:

4 persons

34 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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King Room Lake View

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

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Getting around

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City Centre

Rotorua 12.1 km

Airports

Rotorua Regional (ROT) 7.9 km

Tauranga (TRG) 57.9 km

Bus

Bus stop 13.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Spa Bliss

“The spa facilities were a perfect retreat; I thoroughly enjoyed unwinding in the tranquil sauna and soaking in the refreshing pool.” view full review

Spacious Retreat

“My room was impeccably clean and spacious, with a stunning bathroom that allowed for a relaxing soak while catching up on my favorite shows.” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“The gym was impressive, featuring modern equipment that made my workouts enjoyable and effective during my stay.” view full review

Excellent Breakfast!

“The buffet breakfast was a fantastic start to my day, offering a wide variety of delicious choices to fuel my adventures.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Canoeing
Cycling
Tennis court
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

366 State Highway 33, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3074

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street view

366 State Highway 33, Rotorua, New Zealand, 3074

City landmarks

State Highway 30

Hells Gate

3.2 km

Urban Route 9

Kakahi Falls

3.0 km

State Highway 30 Tikitere

Hells Gate Geothermal Park and Mud Bath Spa

3.2 km

Camping

Lake Rotoiti Holiday Park

3.5 km

9 Trout Pool Rd

Okere Falls Park

4.0 km

3074/1135 Te Ngae Rd

Kaitiaki Rafting

4.1 km

Amusement Park

3d Maze Rotorua

4.1 km

103 Trout Pool Rd

Tutea Falls

4.6 km

Lake Rotoiti

7.8 km

Nearby

Okawa Bay

340 m

Restaurants

Amora Lake Resort

100 m

366 State Highway 33

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

80%

liked the resort and would come back again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.0

Service

7.5

Dining

7.3

Emma

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.2/10

My experience at the hotel was mixed. The room was spacious and had a lovely view, ideal for relaxing. However, the service was disappointing, especially handling a misunderstanding regarding room requests. While the dining was a highlight with exquisite options, the overall cleanliness left much to be desired. It felt like this place could really use some updates in certain areas.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious, comfortable, and equipped with everything needed, though it could benefit from some updates like new carpeting.

Service

5.0

The service was lackluster; I had a frustrating experience when trying to resolve an issue with room placement, which was not handled well.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in a peaceful area by the lake, providing stunning views, which made my stay more enjoyable.

Dining

9.0

Dining was great with a wonderful variety on the menu, and I truly enjoyed the buffet-style breakfast and dinner options.

Facilities

6.0

While the facilities were good, I found the overall cleanliness of certain areas needing attention; it might benefit from more upkeep.

Michael

United Kingdom, January 2025

9.0/10

My stay at the resort was absolutely delightful, offering spacious rooms with stunning lake views. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The dining was enjoyable but could benefit from more variety at breakfast. Overall, it was a relaxing experience that I would highly recommend, particularly for families.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and offered a beautiful view of the lake, making for a very comfortable stay.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with staff like Binny, the Duty Manager, always ready to help and make our stay memorable.

Location

10.0

The location is scenic, nestled between two lakes, which provided a peaceful backdrop for our family getaway.

Dining

7.0

While the dining experience was pleasant, adding more variety to the breakfast options would enhance it further.

Facilities

9.0

The resort had excellent facilities that were family-friendly, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere.

Matthew

United Kingdom, January 2025

9.2/10

Our stay at the resort was truly special. The beautiful views by the lake made it an ideal setting for relaxation, and the attentive service from the staff contributed to our overall enjoyment. While we enjoyed the character of the older furniture, some might prefer more modern decor. The hotel offered excellent facilities for activities, but we wish we could have tried the dining more extensively.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were fantastic, beautifully decorated, and impeccably clean. We felt very comfortable throughout our stay.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with the staff going above and beyond to assist us during our stay. We appreciated their warm welcome and helpfulness.

Location

9.0

The location was wonderfully peaceful, right by the lake, offering stunning views and a fresh atmosphere away from the usual smells of the area.

Dining

8.0

While we only dined once, the dinner we had was delicious and well-prepared, highly recommend trying it. Breakfast was simple but sufficient to kickstart our day.

Facilities

10.0

The resort offered a variety of facilities including a swimming pool, spa, and even a tennis court, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and leisure activities.

Riley

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.6/10

We enjoyed a two-night stay as a family, using the hotel as a base for our local adventures. While the check-in process was seamless and the lake view was lovely, the room cleanliness left some room for improvement, and I was disappointed that my call about a forgotten charger wasn’t returned. Overall, it served our needs but could use some attention to details.

Rooms

7.0

The room was reasonably comfortable but had some cleanliness issues, particularly behind and around furniture.

Service

6.0

The front desk was prompt at check-in, but I was let down by the follow-up regarding my charger.

Location

8.0

The location was about 20 minutes from the town center, which allowed for a peaceful getaway with beautiful lake views.

Dining

5.0

We found the breakfast to be underwhelming, particularly the quality of the hot items, which fell short of expectations.