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Kowhai motel

2.0 star property
Motel with 2 indoor pools, near Polynesian Spa

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2 indoor pools, outdoor pool
Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Premium Suite | Living area
Reception
Premium Suite | Private kitchen | Stovetop, dishwasher, toaster, highchair
Located in the city center near Polynesian Spa, Kowhai motel offers an inviting retreat. Dive into one of two indoor pools or bask in the sun at the outdoor pool. With free self parking and luggage storage, your stay is sure to be hassle-free.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • 2 indoor pools
$66 nightly
The total price is $76
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Yard
Private rooftop hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Studio | Bathroom | Shower, hydromassage showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Premium Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Business Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Comfort Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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City Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

City Apartment

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Private kitchen | Stovetop, dishwasher, toaster, highchair

One Bedroom Apartment With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4

Studio With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Two-Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Three-bedroom

  • Sleeps 10

City Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

One-Bedroom Apartment With Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 10

Superior Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Map
1232 Ranolf St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eat Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poco Tapas And Wine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rotorua Night Market - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kowhai motel

When you stay at Kowhai motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 indoor pools, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

Languages

English, Korean

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • 2 indoor pools

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Kowhai motel Motel
Kowhai motel Rotorua
Kowhai motel Motel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Does Kowhai motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kowhai motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Kowhai motel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kowhai motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kowhai motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kowhai motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Kowhai motel and nearby?

Kowhai motel has 2 indoor pools.

Does Kowhai motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster and cookware.

What's the area around Kowhai motel like?

Kowhai motel is in Inner City, a short 13-minute walk from Polynesian Spa and 7 minutes' walk from Rotorua Central Mall.

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Kowhai motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

we have stayed here before and loved it
Tanea, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

This motel had everything we needed for a short stay…comfy beds, clean unit and the mineral plunge pool was great. The unit is a bit run down…a few small changes would make a huge difference….Milo or hot chocolate sachets, light fixtures updated, towel rails and the shower boxes are really in need of replacing
Caroline, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really lovely helpful staff and owners, also liked the book swap!
Cindy, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Enjoyed the hot pools, motel is easy walking distance to town, good price
Verena, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place for family with heated pool and plenty of room space, locality to city centre bonus too. Would stay here again
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

hotel staffs are very friendly. room has kitchen, cooking tools, flidge & very comfortable. theres hot bath in here! its cozy & tiny but I think this is the best.
MASAHIRO, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great room and friendly staff . Highly recommended
Kevan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Convenient. Friendly and accommodating staff
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Overall I enjoyed my stay. A nice warm room with everything I needed. Very conveniently located to local shops and restaurants etc. Just a little noise created by Saturday evening traffic on the busy road fronting the motel
Brett, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place for a short stop

Excellent location Air condition and clean
Elly, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property and the team were amazing and helped with all our requirements. Had a great stay and will definitely return when back in town.
Belynda, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff was outstanding, kitchen had everything we needed. Great location. A bit noisy as it's right on a major road.
3-night trip

6/10 Okay

Comfortable space for average cost
Kylie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a lovely clean quiet property. In a grest location.
Sue, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very near an interesting park and a Lake Rotorua lakeside walk.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

As a family of four with 2 school aged kids we really enjoyed our stay. While a bit dated looking the warm pool and mineral baths were a wonderful way to start and end the day. The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was great for walking to the public central thermal pools and the lake not too far a walk away too. The beds were comfortable and the facilities in the apartment good. We would definitely stay again.
Alice, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

Room layout was interesting. Parking was very tight, hard to park and get out of lot
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The management was great.the studio was awesome had everything we needed.will definitely go back again
Thebe, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot to walk into town and the mineral pools too it off! Will definitely be back 👍
Felicity, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

We had a 10 bed apartment which was great as we could all be together but main road very noisy and was only allowed 1 carpark. Also had to share 1 washer and dryer with the entire motel!
Maria, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Place is in desperate need of an upgrade, broken windows , toilet hanging of the wall , very dated but bed was clean and sleepable
Corey, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Not too bad not too good

Kowhai Hotel was not too bad in terms of cleanliness. Its just the toilet has mosquitos when we arrived. We stayed in 1 bedroom apartment and because it was summer it was very hot, the aircon cannot make our room cold there was an electric fan but its still not enough as we have 4 months old baby. Also, the water get very hot and tap was too strong. Wall sockets were limited. The couch was too saggy so hard to get up. However the management are very accomodating when I asked if we can do a late check out, additional cost though.
2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

SO nice and warm in the winter. The heated pool is a great feature for the kids. Perfect size apartment for the price. It is a bit dated but the price reflects that also. Would definitely stay for a quick trip again :)
Erin, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excelente

Confortável, limpo, espaçoso, pessoas gentis. Atendeu muito bem a todas as minhas necessidades.
M V, 3-night trip