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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, (50 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our experience thanks."
Australia
renee
The price is CA $66
CA $77 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Standard Studio

2. Central Stay Hinemaru

Central Stay Hinemaru
2.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Okareka
The price is CA $73
CA $84 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Central Stay Hinemaru
Front of property - evening/night

3. Devonwood Motel

Devonwood Motel
3.0 star property
Fenton Street, 8.2 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (346 reviews)
"great place to stay, friendly staff, great location and it was really clean. I definitely would stay here again, highly recommend"
Australia
Mark
The price is CA $79
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Devonwood Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

4. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu, 10.1 km from Lake Okareka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (490 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

5. 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, (663 reviews)
"Staff were very welcoming and accommodating. Very clean and perfect location by the lake."
Australia
Ben
The price is CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
View from room

6. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 7.7 km from Lake Okareka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,167 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, a lovely view from my room, very comfortable bed - I would definitely stay again"
Australia
Joanne
The price is CA $118
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Rydges Rotorua
Public bath

7. 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)
"Cutest boutique hotel with hot springs, fireplace, large rooms and friendly staff that make you feel welcome."
United States
William
The price is CA $98
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Prince's Gate Hotel
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 $165
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Regal Palms Resort
Outdoor spa tub

9. Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga, 9.1 km from Lake Okareka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 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 $138
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Geyser Lookout BnB
Indoor pool, a heated pool

10. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.5 km from Lake Okareka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome place always have a good stay there"
Australia
Sonia
The price is CA $141
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

11. All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Lake Okareka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (573 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 $92
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
All Seasons Holiday Park
Chalet, 1 Queen Bed

12. 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 $76
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
Indoor spa tub

13. 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, (729 reviews)
"Beautifully presented hotel, looks well maintained, nice beds and great amenities. Great breakfast. A bit out of the city, so you can't walk to restaurants, but only a short drive, or you can just eat in. Good spot to launch hiking or mountain biking from."
Australia
Karen
The price is CA $120
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

14. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 11.6 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Safe, clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Good location and price was good. Will definitely be staying here again."
Australia
Irene
The price is CA $100
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Newina Rotorua
Family Apartment | Living area

15. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 8 km from Lake Okareka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Beautiful new interior. Friendly helpful staff."
Australia
Darryl
The price is CA $148
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Avero
Front of property - evening/night

16. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City, 9 km from Lake Okareka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,110 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 $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Quest Rotorua Central
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

17. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.5 km from Lake Okareka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"clean room and awesome staff."
Australia
Kamaldeep
The price is CA $113
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Property grounds

18. 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, (136 reviews)
"Everything about this place was fantastic would highly recommend"
Australia
Melanie
The price is CA $235
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Deluxe Studio

19. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 8.3 km from Lake Okareka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is CA $81
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Thermal Oak Motel
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

20. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 8.9 km from Lake Okareka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (526 reviews)
"Awesome stay, welcoming staff - will be back again soon!"
Australia
Shenita
The price is CA $153
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Pullman Rotorua
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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 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 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 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.
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.

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

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay and the spa was a nice touch"
Alessandro 1-night trip
Posted 4 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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