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VR Rotorua Lake Resort

4.5 star property
Travelers discover a lakeside retreat where they can boat, cycle, and savor delicious meals, all while enjoying the convenience of free in-room WiFi.

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VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers a peaceful lakeside getaway. Guests can explore the marina, relax in the sauna or steam room, and enjoy boating and cycling. The on-site restaurant serves delicious meals, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩126,981
₩146,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Suite with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite with Spa | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Suite with Spa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen Room - Disability Access

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

King Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Map
366 State Highway 33, Mourea, 3074

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoiti - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Rotorua - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 17 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Okere Falls Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Great Spice Indian Takeaway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mokoia Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

VR Rotorua Lake Resort

Luxury boutique hotel by the lake
Take advantage of a marina, a garden, and a playground at VR Rotorua Lake Resort. Active travelers can enjoy boating, rowing/canoeing, and cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, The Grill, offers breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like fishing, kayaking, and boat tours. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an outdoor tennis court
  • Motorized watercraft on site, a sail boat on site, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at VR Rotorua Lake Resort have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Grill

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,229 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Amora Lake
Amora Lake Okawa Bay
Amora Lake Okawa Bay Mourea
Amora Lake Resort
Amora Lake Resort Okawa
Amora Lake Resort Okawa Bay Mourea
Amora Resort Okawa Bay
Lake Amora
Okawa Bay Lake Resort
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
VR Resort
VR Rotorua Lake
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Hotel
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Mourea
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Hotel Mourea

Frequently asked questions

Does VR Rotorua Lake Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VR Rotorua Lake Resort on Feb 1, 2026 start from ₩126,981, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is VR Rotorua Lake Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is VR Rotorua Lake Resort located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Rotoiti and Lake Rotorua. Okere Falls Scenic Reserve is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Reviews

VR Rotorua Lake Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vijayaragavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karina

Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean,pool erea needs some TLC,staff were good,wouldnt say outstanding helpful, some times hard to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Was probably upmarket destination in its early days . We’re tired and worn out . Good staff . But overall acceptable..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They didn’t tell us we had a free breakfast; bummer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kushal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly service. The rooms look amazing. The lake side view was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, stunning accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old lake-side resort kept in excellent condition. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was very expensive for what was provided. I see that we were supposed to have a free breakfast? IT was a lovely property but I think they require a few more employees to help with maintenance and cleaning in the common areas. The room was very clean. Nice people running it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Xiong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My room has great views; and two toilets
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fletcher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Bit tight for dining numbers so book ahead for your dinner reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High reviews on the cleanliness of the room, facilities also the friendly and efficient staff. Will recommend to all my family and friends
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our stay- thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin Dyer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly helpful staff and good dining room food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with some history in lakeside setting. Friendly and helpful staff. However, we would prefer proper separation between bedroom and bathroom. Apart from that it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel but too far from the central
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Beautiful lake view, pools and spa. Warm and cosy. Some parts of bathroom were unclean and could use a spruce
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngahiri James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just such a awesome stay the pleace is BEAUTIFUL
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the underfloor heating in the bathroom which actually warmed the whole room up so didn't need to put the heat pump. We enjoyed the dinner in the restaurant and loved the open fire there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean and had a quiet, family feel. Staff greeted us warmly and assisted with a late dinner, then offered a delicious buffet breakfast. The beds were comfortable and the views were beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
special location - and great staff. Excellent having bar and restaurant on site. great rooms and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and visit
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024