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Kowhai motel

2.0 star property
Rotorua motel with 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool

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Located in the city center near Polynesian Spa, Kowhai motel offers an inviting retreat. Dive into one of two indoor pools or bask in the sun at the outdoor pool. With free self parking and luggage storage, your stay is sure to be hassle-free.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • 2 indoor pools
The current price is CNY416
CNY479 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

Room options

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Premium Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Business Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Apartment | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Apartment

  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Suite

  • City view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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City Apartment | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

City Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Private kitchen | Stovetop, dishwasher, toaster, highchair

One Bedroom Apartment With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment With Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Studio With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three-bedroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Apartment With Air Conditioner

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

Superior Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

City Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Premium Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1232 Ranolf St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Night Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eat Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Poco. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bold Flavours - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Kowhai motel

  • Enjoy your visit to Rotorua with a stay at Kowhai motel. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 indoor pools, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • 2 indoor pools

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Kowhai motel Motel

Kowhai motel Rotorua

Kowhai motel Motel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Does Kowhai motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kowhai motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Kowhai motel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kowhai motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kowhai motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kowhai motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Kowhai motel and nearby?

Kowhai motel has 2 indoor pools.

Does Kowhai motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster and cookware.

What's the area around Kowhai motel like?

Kowhai motel is in Inner City, a short 7-minute walk from Rotorua Central Mall and 7 minutes' walk from Rotorua Night Market.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The heated pool was a great feature for kids and a lovely place to swim. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Great mineral pool and pool. Clean and roomy family suite. Close to downtown shopping and restaurant.
Shihwa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff , great location, spacious rooms . Could be cleaner in places and the rooms are very hot.
Erin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The people were so friendly and very obliging. The rooms were clean The bed were comfortable Loved the pool We will definitely be staying here again
Charmayne, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean comfortable
Jessica, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyed the hot pools, motel is easy walking distance to town, good price
Verena, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for family with heated pool and plenty of room space, locality to city centre bonus too. Would stay here again
Alison, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Really lovely helpful staff and owners, also liked the book swap!
Cindy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a short stop

Excellent location Air condition and clean
Elly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and friendly staff . Highly recommended
Kevan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff Quiet
Bruce, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was outstanding, kitchen had everything we needed. Great location. A bit noisy as it's right on a major road.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Big but old rooms. Everything was in immaculate state, but windows were old. I think, it could be cold in winters, however, there's a heatpump in the unit. In any case, I stayed during the summer, and my stay was perfect! The heated swimming pool is amazing, two hot mineral pools are awesome. There's a good laundry for guests, got my clothes clean and dry very quickly. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I truly appreciate their cincere effort to make my stay with them comfortable.
Kate, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

SO nice and warm in the winter. The heated pool is a great feature for the kids. Perfect size apartment for the price. It is a bit dated but the price reflects that also. Would definitely stay for a quick trip again :)
Erin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely clean quiet property. In a grest location.
Sue, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

hotel staffs are very friendly. room has kitchen, cooking tools, flidge & very comfortable. theres hot bath in here! its cozy & tiny but I think this is the best.
MASAHIRO, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The entire room was worn down. Plates and cutlery were dirty. Bugs in room. Cockroach was found in the kitchen. The cleaner was friendly and helpful. However, the receptionists were not so welcoming.
Jun, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Overall I enjoyed my stay. A nice warm room with everything I needed. Very conveniently located to local shops and restaurants etc. Just a little noise created by Saturday evening traffic on the busy road fronting the motel
Brett, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were granted an early check in as the room was available, kids loved the heated pool (and so did I), it was a bonus to have a spa pool with our room but hot water was not working so great, although it was warm enough for the kids. Pleasant staff, quiet place despite being near the CBC. Beds were comfortable and room was warm.
Mareta, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Convenient. Friendly and accommodating staff
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Comfortable space for average cost
Kylie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

As a family of four with 2 school aged kids we really enjoyed our stay. While a bit dated looking the warm pool and mineral baths were a wonderful way to start and end the day. The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was great for walking to the public central thermal pools and the lake not too far a walk away too. The beds were comfortable and the facilities in the apartment good. We would definitely stay again.
Alice, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

The air conditioning did cool but internally looked filthy, I'm sure the filters hadnt been done. Kitchen had everything you needed. Main bed was comfy. The carpets, vinyl and painted walls were old and worn for what you pay per night. Check mineral pools before you step, ours was about 50 degrees, i know should have mentioned to staff. Swam in pool, was lovely and warm. TV was at wrong angle to watch so had to move couch around etc. Staff were friendly and close to night market, park and walking distance to lake front.
Tony, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Was not the room I had chosen on the website, very disappointed. Photos on sites should be true to what you are expecting and paying for! The area of motel was great as it was central to lots of things.
Janine, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Place is in desperate need of an upgrade, broken windows , toilet hanging of the wall , very dated but bed was clean and sleepable
Corey, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Not too bad not too good

Kowhai Hotel was not too bad in terms of cleanliness. Its just the toilet has mosquitos when we arrived. We stayed in 1 bedroom apartment and because it was summer it was very hot, the aircon cannot make our room cold there was an electric fan but its still not enough as we have 4 months old baby. Also, the water get very hot and tap was too strong. Wall sockets were limited. The couch was too saggy so hard to get up. However the management are very accomodating when I asked if we can do a late check out, additional cost though.
2-night trip