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1. Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Lake Okareka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (51 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our experience thanks."
Australia
renee
The price is CA $63
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

2. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
4.5 star property
6.8 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (664 reviews)
"Very nice property and excellent location"
Australia
Varun
The price is CA $103
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
View from room

3. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 7.7 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,181 reviews)
"This hotel is really suitable for family!"
Australia
Wei
The price is CA $125
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Rydges Rotorua
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

4. All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Lake Okareka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (576 reviews)
"Our stay was amazing the owners were lovely cabin we stayed in was clean and lovely too Will be returning"
Australia
Shaun
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
All Seasons Holiday Park
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

5. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 8.8 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Charming, older hotel, with beautifully decorated rooms. Vintage, but with modern bathrooms & heat a/c. Front desk staff helpful and accommodating to my needs. Would book again."
United States
Barbara
The price is CA $100
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Prince's Gate Hotel
Indoor pool, a heated pool

6. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.5 km from Lake Okareka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Awesome place always have a good stay there"
Australia
Sonia
The price is CA $115
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Chalet, 1 Queen Bed

7. Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Okareka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Glad we stayed. Cost was good considering it was Matariki weekend. Thank you to the staff."
Australia
Maia and Sheryl
The price is CA $77
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
Courtyard

8. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 8.1 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Room is clean, staff are good, but far from restaurants area!"
Australia
Naoko
The price is CA $162
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Regal Palms Resort
Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

9. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.2 km from Lake Okareka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good value"
Australia
Damian
The price is CA $91
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
Property grounds

10. Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 11.3 km from Lake Okareka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Beautiful place! Perfect place for a couple relaxing days off from exploring NZ"
United States
Patrick
The price is CA $225
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

11. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 8.9 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538 reviews)
"Awesome stay, welcoming staff - will be back again soon!"
Australia
Shenita
The price is CA $185
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Pullman Rotorua
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

12. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 11.6 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (394 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Parley-Nicolene
The price is CA $100
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Newina Rotorua
Bar (on property)

13. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Lake Okareka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Had an enjoyable stay. Staff were excellent."
Australia
Alan
The price is CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
ibis Rotorua
Indoor spa tub

14. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Fenton Park, 7.9 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (732 reviews)
"Clean room, great views over Rotorua. Just a short stay but we enjoyed it."
Australia
Leah
The price is CA $119
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

15. Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
4.0 star property
8.3 km from Lake Okareka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Always a fantastic stay"
Australia
Andrew
The price is CA $119
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Indoor pool

16. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City, 9 km from Lake Okareka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great breakfast buffet and nice pool. It was close to lots of restaurants and things to do in Rotorua"
Canada
Ashleigh
The price is CA $128
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Exterior

17. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Springfield, 8.8 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (546 reviews)
"Loved staying in the cozy treehouse, very peaceful and relaxing. Love the heated swimming pool and spa"
Australia
Annamaria
The price is CA $60
CA $70 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Front of property - evening/night

18. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City, 9 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,113 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel in a prime location. I hadn’t been to Rotorua before so had no idea of where things were. Quest was near everywhere I wanted to go! The room was tidy and spacious. Staff were lovely."
Australia
Anna
The price is CA $154
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Quest Rotorua Central
Outdoor pool

19. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.5 km from Lake Okareka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
Gayle
The price is CA $111
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Deluxe Studio

20. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.3 km from Lake Okareka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is CA $89
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Thermal Oak Motel
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Where to stay in Lake Okareka

Find the best Lake Okareka areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lake Okareka
Learn more about Lake Okareka
A coastal town with a lake, surrounded by hills and dense greenery.

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.
A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Ngapuna

While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Lake Okareka Hotel Reviews

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"The spa was amazing"
Suzanne 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Newina Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Lake Okareka?
The best time to go to Lake Okareka is during the warmer months, from November to April, to fully enjoy the outdoor activities and scenery.

During this period, the weather is generally sunny and warm, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 28°C. This makes it ideal for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding on the lake, as well as hiking or cycling around the Lake Okareka Walkway. The longer daylight hours also mean more time to explore the area.

For those interested in fishing, particularly for trout, December to March is often considered prime time due to the warmer waters and active fish. It's also a popular time for families seeking a relaxing lakeside holiday with plenty of opportunities for outdoor play.

While the winter months (May to October) are cooler and wetter, they can still offer a peaceful retreat with fewer crowds, and the surrounding geothermal attractions in Rotorua are still easily accessible.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Lake Okareka hotel for you.
How much is the nightly rate at a Lake Okareka hotel?
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