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Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

★★★★ 77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay, Rotorua, NZ

8 guest rating· 3739 reviews

About this hotel

Luxury Lakeside Retreat

Lake Views and Relaxation

Enjoy stunning views of Lake Rotorua from your private balcony or courtyard. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool or indulge in a massage and sauna at the award-winning Wai Ora Day Spa.

Fine Dining and Wellness

Treat your taste buds at Mokoia Restaurant with Pacific Rim cuisine made from fresh local ingredients. Unwind in the indoor hot tub or take a dip in the outdoor pool overlooking the lake.

Convenience and Accessibility

Located just a 3-minute drive from Rotorua Airport, our resort offers a free chauffeur service and complimentary Wi-Fi. With free parking and proximity to city center attractions, your stay with us promises both luxury and convenience.

Book your lakeside escape at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort today!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Studio

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>264-sq-foot soundproofed room with a patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi and wired internet access</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, single sofa bed, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Panoramic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Sleeps 3 · 49 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>527-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony/patio with lake views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Dining area and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi and wired internet access</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, and cleaning supplies</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite with Lake View

Sleeps 3 · 49 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This suite's special feature is the hot tub. This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as lake views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Located on the ground floor, all deluxe studio rooms have a king bed which can be split to provide twin share accommodations. Rooms have modern tiled bathrooms with shower, enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Rotorua from your patio.

Superior Suite

Sleeps 3 · 49 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Located on a higher floor, this room has a spacious bathroom with a heated towel rail. Guests can enjoy uninterrupted views of Lake Rotorua from their private balcony.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Sauna
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
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  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Beauty Services
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Open-air bath
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pedicure
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shuttle service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say83739 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Beautiful location+ Spa and pool amenitiesCleanliness issuesTired room conditionPoor value for money
Cleanliness6.3
Service9.3
Location9.3
Room Quality7.3
Amenities8.8
Value for Money6.8

Beautiful stay

9.0

Liked the view of the lake

Didn't like no microwave in the rooms

Kerry · NZ · 2026-07-21

Fantastic

10.0

Location was perfect for us as we live locally. Compliments to the Chef, our dinner was absolutely delicious. Staff all round were friendly and amazing.

NIL.

Kahira · NZ · 2026-07-20

Lovely place, but attention to detail could be better

7.0

Location

The stains on the towels and dripping toilet

Dorothy · NZ · 2026-07-20

Good to know

Guests arriving at the resort after 22.00 hours are asked to contact the hotel with an approximate time of arrival.

Vaccine pass required for entry.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.