Title: Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage Cottage in Rotorua with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99696400/99696336/b3586376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99696400/99696336/22eba176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99696400/99696336/28227870.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99696400/99696336/9374dd21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage (Rotorua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99696400/99696336/ca63536b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled by Ngongotaha Lake, this lakeside lodge offers a cozy retreat with two double bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. Take advantage of the tandem kayak to explore the lake or walk along the Ngongotaha Lakefront Reserve through pathway on the left side of property. With free unlimited WIFI, laundry facilities and a fireplace for chilly evenings, you can unwind in comfort. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage This lakeside lodge offers a cozy and fully self-contained accommodation with two double bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and access to the Ngongotaha Lakefront Reserve through pathway on the left side of the property, please take a walk along the Reserve. Guests have complimentary use of a tandem kayak, and the lodge is conveniently located 5 minutes from the village and 15 minutes from Rotorua Central. The space features a fireplace, a shared bathroom, and a laundry room with a washing machine. Free unlimited WIFI is available. The property includes a private garden, a carport for one vehicle, and off-street parking. Note that there is another dwelling on the property, but it is not part of the rental. Suitable for couples and families ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74150000/74147400/74147346/4e405957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ngongotaha Cottage | 2Bed close to Skyline Ngongotaha - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Ngongotaha, a neighborhood in Rotorua, is home to this cottage. Mitai Maori Village and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ogo or Racing Rotorua. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jolene H. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Waiteti Bay Right around the corner from Waiteti Bay. Fly-fished at the stream inlet. Beautiful walk from the cottage to Rotorua Town Center. Clean and comfortable lodgings. ##### Jolene H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danny L. Nov 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Trip Very nice place, clean and nice location ##### Danny L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana L. Feb 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what we needed A great cabin to stay in, with everything we needed and more. Loved the extra touches like the eggs and stocked pantry. Estuary is around the corner with loads of trout fishermen - was fascinating to see! Thanks for a great stay ##### Diana L. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Denisandlis K. Jan 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Not lakeside The Bookabach listing says that it is a "lakeside lodge" with "direct access to the Ngongotaha Lakefront Reserve". There is a photo of the reserve labelled "Property grounds". This description fits the original "Lodge" but NOT the cottage. The address given is actually the address of the lodge not the cottage. The cottage is not lakeside but is behind the lodge with no view of the reserve or the lake and access to the reserve is at the end of the street. This is possibly a breach of the fair trading act. The waste disposal unit was jammed with a stone. We fixed it and left the stone on the window sill. The washing machine was half full of water. We just left it as we found it. The fan in the bathroom did not work. Operating the heater without the fan could damage the unit and is a fire hazard. The igniter of gas hob in the kitchen was turned off, the switch being on the other side of the kitchen and labelled "oven". Some instructions and better labeling would help. The shower rose was attached to the hose with duct tape and did not fit properly in the shower slide. The toilet roll holder was loose. The aerator on the kitchen sink mixer does not work resulting in splashing when used. This would be a simple fix for a plumber. In short, the general maintenance needs attention. The bach was comfortable and clean. The kitchen and bathroom were well appointed. The food supplied exceeded expectations. The linen was fresh. ##### Denisandlis K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### John K. 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