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Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Superior Suite | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, LED TV
Lobby
View from room
40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, LED TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 251
AED 289 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May

Room options

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40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, LED TV

Panoramic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • Lake view
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed - single
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, LED TV

Suite with Lake View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

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77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay, Rotorua, 3042

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Eat Street - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 15 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saigon '60S Vietnamese Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Upscale hotel located in Holdens Bay
A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body treatment, and a manicure/pedicure at wai ora day spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and massage treatment rooms
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 8 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 26 for adults and NZD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 50.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 26 for adults, and NZD 10 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Wai Ora Lakeside Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 50.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort located?

Located in Holdens Bay, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum. Haiku Pathway is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 564 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 564 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 564 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 564 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 564 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

anne-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with an upgrade to a larger room It was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to lake, quiet, safe, clean, excellent service, plenty of on site amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was nice place on Lake Rotorua, convenient to sites. There is a bug problem at sunset. Nice park at the end of the rosd with trails along the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome quiet spot on the lake, perfect if you have a car to get you around to the local spots. Airport 5 mins away, lovely staff that had all the intel on the what-to-dos. Jacuzzi and massages were a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay the staff were lovely. The accommodation was clean. They are in the middle of completing some maintenance the property will be amazing once this is completed. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lake view and nice room. I didn’t use the spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true gem
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort had some great highlights. The lakeside location is wonderful, allowing you to hear and enjoy the water with easy access from the hotel. The staff were fantastic and very helpful throughout our stay. While the overall atmosphere was quieter and more laid-back than we expected, it was still a peaceful getaway. It might not have had all the amenities we anticipated, but the serene environment and the friendly staff made it a nice experience overall.

10/10 Excellent

Sameeka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a few times & always enjoy my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

LAURA

Room was average but comfortable. Shower grout was moldy but otherwise clean. Restaurant had good food bit second day it was not hot enough. Pretty views.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is the second time I’ve stayed here and it’s been good. The room we booked was perfect area was good but we didn’t have hot water in our room for the few days we stayed there which was a bummer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff working were very polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet place. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was quiet and secure. Seemed short staffed during our stay. Our cocktail took at least 20 minutes to arrive. On checking out computers wouldn’t cooperate and had to work out manually what dinner and drinks were to be charged. Overall stay was good but maybe more staff tequired
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
The room was very comfortable and we slept well. Went for a swim in the lake. Staff were helpful. Food was good. A little way out of town, which we liked Convenient for local attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Other than a “dead” deadbolt on our room door it was exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location, cozy room, lovely spa
Beautiful location! I recommend booking services with the spa while you stay here. Rooms are lovely and the beds were comfortable. The onsite restaurant serves decent food and the bar was cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bugs everywhere and very dated everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, great surrounds, comfortable room. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Staff & service
The resort is in a great location near the water and walkable to a McDonalds. The restaurant is quite pricey. We ordered pizza and ate in the pub area which was empty. Our room was absolutely filthy, with dead bugs on the night stand and smears on the ceilings and walls. The glass shelving hadn't been cleaned in ages. The bathroom was dank and smelled of mould. We requested a room changed and the lovely lady at the front desk was very accommodating. Our second room was much better, cleaner and the bathroom didn't smell. The pool and hot tub area were nice, however the hot tub had a nasty ring of gunk and slime. It's definitely due for a clean. We didn't get to try the spa as it was fully booked. We used the laundry facilities which was a nice bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Virginia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room became invaded by trout flies in the evening. The manager called us “naughty” guests” for opening our windows which we shouldn’t have done but the sign about trout flies was small and not brought to our attention. The manager gave us a vacuum to deal with fly situation. Not great people skills!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend for a family event. There is so much to do within the resort premises and outside. 2 spa pools (a spa bath in rooms) 2 pools with seating areas. Very good, will definitely be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sherie

Liked: Staff & service
Very old and needed a bit more aroha however staff were amazing and our Whanau enjoyed it. Just a bit of a walk with our bags up stairs etc.. would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vijay Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Austin, the manager,s behaviour excellant He accomodate all the time thanks Austin
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff and location were great! However I would not necessarily call this a “resort” but it’s a nice hotel and it does the job! Quiet area but the walls are thin so you’ll hear your neighbor occasionally. Pool is not heated but there is a spa and sauna if you need it. Would recommend as a hotel but not as a resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024