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    Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

    518 reviews
    #26 of 88 Hotels in Rotorua
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    77 Robinson Avenue | Holdens Bay, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
    011 64 7-343 5100
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    Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort is situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Rotorua in quiet parklike surroundings only 3 mins from Rotorua Airport,and 10 mins to the famous geothermal attractions of Rotorua. This award winning resort hotel features luxurious accommodation with private balconies or courtyards with views to the lake; New Zealand's award winning fine dining Mokoia Restaurant specialising in indigenous herbs and spices which creates amazing taste sensations including a daily full vegetarian menu; superb personal service; relaxing Manary English lounge bar and the internationally acclaimed Wai Ora Day Spa featuring the World Luxury Spa Award winning "New Zealand Cultural Spa "regime based on the geothermal muds of Rotorua and wellness practices of the Maori. Rotorua's only World Luxury Spa Award winner. Enjoy the tranquility of the landscaped gardens and serene sounds of the meandering spring feed stream as you enjoy the hot and cold pools, steam room and sauna that make up the Wai Ora Spa Water Experience. The ideal Rotorua relaxation, spa, food taste sensations destination and accommodation base for all other Rotorua activities.
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    An average Motel at the outskirts.
    I stayed two nights at the Motel. The room was reasonable sized. It was a bit smelly, maybe from the wall to wall carpet. The bed and the pillows were to hard for my taste. As usual I turned off the refrigerator in the room to get rid of the noise. The service was ok. I did not…
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    Date of stay: January 2019
    Great love story
    Just returned from 2 nights stay in this really good resort hotel on the eastern shores of Lake Rotorua, about 7 kms from the centre of this sulphur rich Maori capital, hard by the airport. The resort offers a very good base to explore Rotorua, (Maori for second lake), and it's…
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    Date of stay: January 2019
    Could have been better
    This was a very average hotel compared to all the rest we stayed in while in New Zealand. Would suggest looking elsewhere for better service, better food, better quality of rooms, and better location.
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    Date of stay: December 2018
    Recommend Wai Ora for a pleasant spa get away
    Our experience at Wai Ora was very good. The hotel and spa were both enjoyable, clean, and relaxing. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The location within Rotorua is not necessarily ideal, but it has a lovely view of the lake from their hotel courtyard and pool.
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    Date of stay: November 2018
    KimS
    Stayed 30/12/18. Amazing staff so friendly & helpful. Room was lovely very clean & modern & bed was perfect, so comfortable. I thought the price was fair considering the time of year & I only booked it that morning. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you.
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    Date of stay: December 2018
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    Superior 1 bedroom Suite
    Breezy seating area outside of our room, with lake view
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    Hi, is this resort suitable for people who are disabled. My father is in a wheelchair and needs accessibility, like a room that is suitable. Or ramps around the premises. Is this something that the resort covers. Thanks
    How much does it cost for a morning spa or massage? As planning to come on Queens Birthday Weekend and come Sunday morning before the BYM Youth leaders Conference starts on Sunday Afternoon? Thank you
    Hi Megan, Thank you for your inquiry. On Sunday- 5.06.16, we have only one availability at the moment at 9am in the morning for either 1 hour miri miri massage ($135) or 1/2 hour miri miri massage ($85). However, our all spaces are getting filled out very quickly so please let me know ASAP. You can ring on 073435100 to make a booking. Thank you again. Wai Ora Management
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    Is there fishing for guests in the lake?
    I don't know about the fishing. You can contact the resort. Yes, I was on an OAT trip. Fantastic!
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    Are rooms equipped with hair dryers?
    Yes. Also, washers and dryers are available at the resort. I think there is even no charge to use them!
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    Hi! I would like to find out what are the spa facilities available and the rates. Thanks!
    You can look it all up on their website which gives full details and will and your questions.
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    "Small but high quality and great location "
    "Great access and amenities for disabled people."
    "Ground floor near pool "
    "Make sure you order a room on the top floor. "
    "Upstairs gets a better view of the lake, but having access straight to the pool and a little patio area to eat/drink at downstairs."
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    US$92 - US$225 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionRotorua DistrictRotorua
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
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