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About this property
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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Laundry
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Availability
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Room Type | Number of guests | |
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1 king bed | ||
Bedroom 1 2 twin beds Bedroom 2 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 queen bed Bedroom 2 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed Bedroom 3 2 twin beds Living room 2 sofa beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed Bedroom 2 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed | ||
Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 2 sofa beds | ||
1 twin bed and 1 bunk bed and 1 queen bed | ||
Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sally-anne
Australia
“Amazing location next to the thermal pools and close to the town centre. Hot natural springs on site as well as regular pool. Great service from the staff and extra facilities such as laundry.” - Maeuny
Philippines
“Spacious. Perfect for group/family. Very accessible to all needs. Comfy beds.” - Sina
New Zealand
“love the outdoor pool and hot tubs. great location within walking distance to the town centre. great park across the road. friendly staff. long reception hours are very useful.” - Nadine
New Zealand
“We liked the way the room was set up and it's easy access to parking.” - Xenofon
Greece
“It's a great option for cheap and centrally located accomodation. We loved our time there!” - Kimberley
United States
“The hotel was in a great location for walking access to the waterfront and eateries. The room was clean and comfortable and the price was right. We were warmly greeted with easy check-in.” - Marichi
Philippines
“Location and cost Staff reception is very warm and helpful” - Rowie
New Zealand
“The clean pool and spa rooms comfortable beds, kitchenette. We had everything we needed.” - Rowie
New Zealand
“The receptionist Grace is lovely and so is the owner. Everything was as good as it gets, nice, comfortable and clean. Good cooking facilities, all we needed.” - Vitol
United States
“Functional one bedroom unit that, while somewhat dated, was clean and contained all the amenities I would expect for such a property. Although we didn’t use it, I thought the on-site mineral bath was unique.”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
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.