Title: Spencer Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31716166&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spencer Lodge Luxury vacation home with a sauna and spa services ## Photo gallery for Spencer Lodge ![Exclusive House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View | Family dining - Spencer Lodge (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31716200/31716166/7cd5ad34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Spencer Lodge (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31716200/31716166/e9a519d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Spencer Lodge (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31716200/31716166/9c4bc9d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exclusive House, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View | Private kitchen - Spencer Lodge (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31716200/31716166/f5f46234.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Spencer Lodge (Lake Tarawera)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31716200/31716166/d16a95dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Buried Village and Lake Okareka, Spencer Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 indoor/outdoor hot springs or hot tub, and indulge in a deep-tissue massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Spa ## 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. ### Spencer Lodge Luxury vacation home with a sauna and spa services This smoke-free vacation home features a sauna, a hot tub, and spa services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. The vacation home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a Select Comfort bed. A kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches like a private hot tub and a fireplace. Housekeeping is not available. This vacation home offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a hot tub and a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. There are 3 indoor/outdoor hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Sandy beach (direct access) ### Pool/Spa - 3 indoor/outdoor hot springs - Deep-tissue massages - Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM - Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF - Hot tub - Private hot tub - Sauna - Sports massages ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM on request - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Children's books - Children's games - Children's toys ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Egyptian cotton sheets - Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 75 per night - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - 5 private bathrooms - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Netflix - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished patio - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace - Yard ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Location highlights - Near the airport ### Things to do - Helicopter/airplane tours - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Spelunking nearby - Ziplining nearby ### 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 - 4 units - Access via exterior corridors - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119720000/119718600/119718575/b8ebdabf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 Double Beds and 2 Sofa Bed chalet Koutu - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $166 CA $191 total includes taxes & fees Dec 19 - Dec 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=119718575&PinnedHotelID=119718575&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49240000/49239800/49239724/9071d280.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fantastic Lake and Mountain views with Spa Pool Lake Okareka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 55 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=49239724&PinnedHotelID=49239724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99280000/99272900/99272865/8bdc332d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lakehouse at Lake Tarawera Rotorua - Washer - Dryer - Gym [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=99272865&PinnedHotelID=99272865&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93330000/93321800/93321732/76d5f8aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Lookout - Lake Tarawera Holiday Home Lake Tarawera - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=93321732&PinnedHotelID=93321732&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120070000/120061300/120061251/b0c5c5c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boat Shed Bay - Stunning Lake Tarawera Views Rotorua - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=120061251&PinnedHotelID=120061251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75.0 per night ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Bed sheets fee: NZD 15 per person, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: NZD 50 per vehicle (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 50 (one-way), (from 2 to 17 years old) - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75.0 per night 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Spencer Lodge Lake Tarawera Spencer Lodge Lake Tarawera Spencer Lodge Private vacation home Spencer Lodge Private vacation home Lake Tarawera ## 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-38.19118%2C176.39156&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=521cRQz2r6-qBz6z7aVcGWjWiPg=) 144 Spencer Rd, Lake Tarawera, Bay Of Plenty, 3076 #### What's nearby - Lake Tarawera \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest \- 16 min drive \- 17.0 km - Polynesian Spa \- 22 min drive \- 22.3 km - Tamaki Maori Village \- 23 min drive \- 22.7 km - Skyline Rotorua \- 30 min drive \- 27.3 km #### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬6 min drive - ‪Airstream Café - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spencer Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Spencer Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Spencer Lodge? ### Does Spencer Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Spencer Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spencer Lodge Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Koh-Samui-Hotels-SALA-Samui-Chaweng-Beach-Resort.h17867697.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Toronto-Hotels.s50-0-d178314.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hilton Pyramids Golf](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairo-Hotels-Hilton-Pyramids-Golf.h859389.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Moncton](https://www.expedia.ca/Moncton-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d4051-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [4 Star Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/4Star-Rome-Hotels.s40-0-d179899.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Kincardine](https://www.expedia.ca/Kincardine-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d59071-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Friday Harbour Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Hotels-Friday-Harbour-Resort.h30029681.Hotel-Information) > > [Canmore Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Canmore-Hotels-Canmore-Inn-Suites.h27348412.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Penticton](https://www.expedia.ca/Penticton-Hotels.d4135.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Shimla](https://www.expedia.ca/Shimla-Hotels.d3210.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Hotel in Ghana](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ghana-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d65-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-Victoria.h28368.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabin Rentals Minnesota](https://www.expedia.ca/Minnesota-Cabins.d225-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels-Fairmont-Jasper-Park-Lodge.h24928.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yeg/toronto-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [United](https://www.expedia.ca/United-Flights.cUA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to TYO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/tyo/toronto-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Arusha (ARK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dar/ark/dar-es-salaam-to-arusha) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Columbus (CMH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/cmh/vancouver-to-columbus) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Athens (ATH) to Skiathos (JSI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ath/jsi/athens-to-skiathos) ### Activities ### General