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Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Lake Okareka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our experience thanks."
Australia
renee
The price is CA $67
CA $77 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Standard Studio Suite | Living area

Lakes Lodge Okataina

Lakes Lodge Okataina
3.0 star property
10.8 km from Lake Okareka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Beautiful location, confortable and spacious room, we had a great time."
Mexico
Marisol
The price is CA $72
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Lakes Lodge Okataina
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (655 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Stacey
The price is CA $94
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 11.6 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great Motel, very clean and staff were friendly - would stay again"
Australia
abbie
The price is CA $140
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Newina Rotorua
View from room

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 7.7 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,138 reviews)
"Enjoyed stay there! Family friendly highly recommended. "
Australia
Sandra
The price is CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Rydges Rotorua
Outdoor spa tub

Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga, 9.1 km from Lake Okareka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"The couple running the BnB were friendly and made our stay very pleasant! The breakfast was amazing!"
United States
Steven
The price is CA $129
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Geyser Lookout BnB
Public bath

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very well maintained hotel with large rooms."
Australia
Herman
The price is CA $109
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Prince's Gate Hotel
Courtyard

Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 8.1 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Immaculately clean room and friendly staff. "
Australia
Lana
The price is CA $161
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Regal Palms Resort
Exterior

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, (533 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay here, great spot, the staff were accommodating to our late arrival and kind enough to locate and return a lost item to us following our stay."
Australia
Kim
The price is CA $58
CA $67 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Transfer Shower, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 13.7 km from Lake Okareka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Room is clean and big, the kids love the animals around "
Hong Kong SAR China
Kai
The price is CA $105
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Hideaway of Rotorua
Exterior

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Okareka
The price is CA $82
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
Property grounds

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, (129 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel with friendly, helpful staff.Only there for one night but thoroughly enjoyed our time there "
United States
Michael
The price is CA $197
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Indoor pool, a heated pool

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.5 km from Lake Okareka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean Nice rooms Great amenities "
Australia
HAYDN
The price is CA $118
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
View from property

VR Rotorua Lake Resort

VR Rotorua Lake Resort
4.5 star property
13.6 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Handro
The price is CA $66
CA $75 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet, close to town. Would stay again."
Australia
Garry
The price is CA $94
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
Exterior

AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 12.3 km from Lake Okareka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (332 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
Australia
GANESAN
The price is CA $80
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
AWA Hotel
Exterior

Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Fenton Street, 8.3 km from Lake Okareka
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms are big with a lot of space. They are needing a good clean as in mild in the shower. Handles on the kitchen bench were needing a scrub."
Australia
Lee
The price is CA $91
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Arawa Park Hotel
40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Paradise Valley Lodge

Paradise Valley Lodge
3.5 star property
17.2 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely spot- quiet, peaceful with tremendously well planned and tended gardens! The fragrance of gardenias and jasmin is heavenly . Secluded hot tub was perfect. "
United States
Yasemin
The price is CA $252
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Paradise Valley Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 8.9 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"Great place, convenient location. Enjoyed our stay with spouse and family "
United States
Sanjay
The price is CA $188
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Pullman Rotorua
Executive Apartment with Spa Pool

Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.1 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (563 reviews)
"Great for families. We were a large group of 11 people, and it was just perfect!"
Australia
Alexx
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Wylie Court
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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
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.
Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village.
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.
Kuirau Park walk in Rotorua, the thermal wonderland of New Zealand.

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.

Lynmore

While Lynmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa.

Top Lake Okareka Hotel Reviews

Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly staff, amazing location"
Marta 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sudima Lake 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.
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