Title: Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools ![2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/2ab45308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/056b90c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/49a99794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/1a53d841.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/0a0fad20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Bar - Spa - Breakfast available - Pool - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 11 - Sep. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-11&endDate=2025-09-12&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-11&endDate=2025-09-12&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 12 - Sep. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-12&endDate=2025-09-13&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-12&endDate=2025-09-13&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 12 - Sep. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-12&endDate=2025-09-14&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-12&endDate=2025-09-14&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sep. 19 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2782308&PinnedHotelID=2782308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/cf089b16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 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 - 527 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/6737fb2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio 7.8 Good 27 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Refrigerator LCD TV Premium bedding - 264 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/6d7fa6b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Refrigerator LCD TV Premium bedding - 527 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### Deluxe Studio - Sleeps 2 ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2782400/2782308/398403b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite with Lake View - Sleeps 3 ### Superior Suite - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRotorua-Hotels-Wai-Ora-Lakeside-Spa-Resort.h2782308.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRotorua-Hotels-Wai-Ora-Lakeside-Spa-Resort.h2782308.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.11875%2C176.30148&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Em2NEEHf6DttZtvchsslRpcOcmU=) 77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay, Rotorua, 3042 #### What's nearby - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 8 min drive - 6.1 km - Polynesian Spa - 10 min drive - 8.2 km - Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min drive - 8.6 km - Eat Street - 11 min drive - 8.9 km - Skyline Rotorua - 16 min drive - 13.1 km #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 91 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪BREW | Craft Beer Pub - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Saigon ‘60s - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mac's Steak - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Vnam Kitchen - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Upscale hotel near Polynesian Spa 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 aromatherapy, a massage, and a body treatment 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 luggage storage - Smoke-free premises, a porter/bellhop, and wedding services - 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 ## 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 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 Sept 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort on Sept 17, 2025 start from CA $97.34, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-Wai-Ora-Lakeside-Spa-Resort.h2782308.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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