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Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs

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Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort overlooks Holdens Bay, offering a serene escape with two outdoor pools and a children's pool. Relax at the bar, enjoy English breakfast, or book body scrubs and massages at Wai Ora Day Spa. The attentive staff consistently earns positive reviews.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩110,176
₩126,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Room options

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Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 49 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite with Lake View

  • Sleeps 3
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Eat Street - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 17 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dak Jib Korean Fried Chicken - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Vnam Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yaki Yaki - ‬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 a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, and a massage 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, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and a front-desk safe
  • Wedding services, free newspapers, and a banquet hall
  • 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

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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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 for adults and NZD 25 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 or services will be unavailable from October 31 2025 to November 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 25 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
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

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

Wai Ora
Wai Ora Lakeside
Wai Ora Lakeside Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Rotorua
Wai Ora Resort
Wai Ora Spa
Wai Ora Spa Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Hotel
Wai Ora Lakeside Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Rotorua
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Hotel
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Hotel Rotorua

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort?

As of Nov 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort on Nov 16, 2025 start from ₩110,176, 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 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. 257 out of 601 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 601 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 601 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 601 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 601 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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good staff Good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, staff are very friendly and accommodating. Clean room and very comfortable bed. Great location, nice and peaceful. Good meals at the restaurant, nice surroundings and atmosphere. Would love to ho back in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy bed, clean, very friendly and helpful staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Janis

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

6/10 Okay

Rukileigh

Lovely stay just the parking a bit of walk if it rains and the lift doesn’t work so carting heavy bags up the stairs is inconvenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

I think you require a vehicle to travel around the surrounding area..Nice view however you better suited to stay in the Ibis local to restarants and cafes.This place is very peaceful calm yet dated(limited channels, the internal spa looked like it needed a good scrub)..The receptionist staff was lovely..limited information about the area.There is a bus that gets you into town make sure you purchase tap card..Ubers to town are 28 dollars.So if you dont drive pick somewhere close to town and tours wont pick you up from here.There is an apparent shuttle bus that the hotel offers you to town but the driver was not available
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing resort. Would definitely recommend. Beautiful location by the lake. Staff very accommodating and Breakfast very tasty Car required as located out of town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

Ramayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lake is just in front of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Willem

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, gorgeous lake views. Very pleased. Perfectly clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great food and service. Very clean and tidy. Bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely setting, away from the noise and business of the city life. Really loved the lake surrounding the hotel. Very warm staff, Amy was awesome! Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Amenities
While not in Rotorua itself, this resort is minutes from city center and away from the sulphur smell. Lovely setting and attentive staff. Free laundry is a major plus! Easy parking and access to all rooms. The rooms are a bit dated but very clean and comfortable. Excellent T food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and comfy bed. Great spa bath. However lounge room felt old and tired. No restaurant or swimming pool available during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Denise Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet by lake. Need to drive to restaurants. Big clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have the use of both a cool swimming pool and a heated outdoor pool plus the spas. The saunas weren't operating but didn't mind that. The beds were very comfortable and the shower had great pressure. Happy with our stay and kids loved it too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Sean

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