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VR Rotorua Lake Resort
366 State Highway 33 Mourea, Rotorua 3074 New Zealand
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Located in the exclusive suburb of Okawa Bay, Mourea on the beautiful shores of Lake Rotoiti is a unique & classy hotel - The VR Rotorua Lake Resort.Just 15 minutes drive from central Rotorua, the VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers lodge style influenced accommodation options, designed to make a visit one of affordable luxury, combining high quality details with pleasure & fun.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Tennis court
Fishing
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Kids' meals
Airport transportation
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Baggage storage
Concierge
Picnic area
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Flatscreen TV
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HOTEL STYLE
Park View
Marina View
Location
366 State Highway 33 Mourea, Rotorua 3074 New Zealand
Getting there
8 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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The location of the motel is beautiful, on the shores of Lake Rotoiti (note, not actually Lake Rotorua but an adjacent lake!). Not surprisingly, one of its draws is that it caters for weddings and similar events. They have a large lawn going down to the water. However, their small swimming pool and spa is tucked away from the open view. We were well looked after by the staff as there were not so many guests when we stayed: they were mostly Indian origin. The evening meal menu didn’t offer a wide selection but the food was good. They do have a bit of a problem with flies and they advise keeping the French windows (which open from every room onto the lawn) closed as much as possible. We were driving an electric vehicle when we visited and the staff kindly let us plug in to an outside power socket (which was also used for their Christmas lights, so we only plugged in at the end of the evening).
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We held our annual conference at the VR Rotorua Lake Resort in May. From my first contact about holding our conference there, during the stay and after we have received fabulous communication and service. The whole team was very accommodating and I received fabulous reviews from our team of 30 including but not limited to, Awesome food, amazing rooms, great service. Personally I had a small issue with my room and upon speaking to House keeping about it I had someone from the maintenance team there within 10 minutes to sort for me. The conference room was great and tended to very well. The lunches and 3 course dinner were fabulous. A huge thank you to Rolando, Nick and the team for making our conference the best yet !!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip:Â We were recommended Pure Cruise by the venue and it was a fabulous activity as part of our...
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Beautiful views! When we arrived the receptionist wasn't so great, quite bland, no smile. She could really learn a thing or two about hospitality from the awesome restaurant team!!
We had dinner in the restaurant it was great. Our server Leila was absolutely the best, from making sure we had everything we needed to even playing with our daughter and taking her for a walk in her pram. Thank you so much Leila you are a superstar. The food was wonderful.
We enjoyed breakfast in the restaurant both days of our stay and it was awesome. Jade who looked after breakfast is also a superstar! Thank you so much for your hospitality and kind smile and for giving our baby a roll-up, it was all appreciated. The restaurant team hold a high standard!!
The room was nice enough but could use a deep clean, there was a strong feel of dust in the room which really affected our daughters asthma. If you have children with asthma do not stay here. Under the beds was foul, dusty and filled with rubbish. Our room was serviced and that left something to be desired, the beds were made but the pillows were just left on the floor. The towels etc were just dumped on a chair. Glasses weren't replaced just taken away.
We enjoyed our stay, we really liked strolling the surrounds of the resort and absolutely loved the restaurant and the team there!!
Your cleaners and receptionist are letting you down.
Thanks so much, we might be back if you get that deep clean sorted (:
We had dinner in the restaurant it was great. Our server Leila was absolutely the best, from making sure we had everything we needed to even playing with our daughter and taking her for a walk in her pram. Thank you so much Leila you are a superstar. The food was wonderful.
We enjoyed breakfast in the restaurant both days of our stay and it was awesome. Jade who looked after breakfast is also a superstar! Thank you so much for your hospitality and kind smile and for giving our baby a roll-up, it was all appreciated. The restaurant team hold a high standard!!
The room was nice enough but could use a deep clean, there was a strong feel of dust in the room which really affected our daughters asthma. If you have children with asthma do not stay here. Under the beds was foul, dusty and filled with rubbish. Our room was serviced and that left something to be desired, the beds were made but the pillows were just left on the floor. The towels etc were just dumped on a chair. Glasses weren't replaced just taken away.
We enjoyed our stay, we really liked strolling the surrounds of the resort and absolutely loved the restaurant and the team there!!
Your cleaners and receptionist are letting you down.
Thanks so much, we might be back if you get that deep clean sorted (:
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Had one night here I must sat Meals we had were very good indeed one Steak and one Pork really top draw.
The Hotel is quite dated and well used but the reason I only gave Three stars was
that the Bathroom is only separated from the Bedroom by wooden slatted shutters
from waist high. I have never seen this before and it means there is no privacy when the bathroom is in use, very odd indeed
The Hotel is quite dated and well used but the reason I only gave Three stars was
that the Bathroom is only separated from the Bedroom by wooden slatted shutters
from waist high. I have never seen this before and it means there is no privacy when the bathroom is in use, very odd indeed
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Had a Nice Meal here
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This hotel is in a nice location 15 minutes outside Rotorua, seemingly ideal if you want to get away from the resort-town bustle. Employees were pleasant and helpful. But this property really shows a lack of commitment to ongoing maintenance. For example: the carpet in our room was worn, with a number of loose threads; the walls had numerous chips, dings, old screw holes, and smudges; the end of one curtain hung loose and uncloseable because hooks were missing; the screen between the bedroom and bathroom was off its track and jammed; the paint on the porch railing was peeling. The shelf space in the bathroom was limited to a 6-inch fringe around the sink, even though a floating shelf could easily have been installed on the adjacent wall; a light over the sink was burned out. Nothing that a good handyman couldn't fix in half a day, but the point is these flaws should be obvious to management, and ACTED UPON. If you think that your notel room should always feel fresh and ship-shape, you will want to look elsewhere.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â If you book a "lakeview room", ask for one where your view isn't half-blocked by an event tent.
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I visited the "Resort" in Dec. and while I am very much thankful for the hospitality of the staff, the place is far from being a " Resort". First of all there is insects everywhere, including on the doors and windows and hallway. A simple UV light installed on the hallway could have solved the issue. My room ceiling was peeling off and most of the light fixtures in the bathroom were rusted. The bathroom shower doors were heavily mold-stained. The breakfast was just about average.
The closet had 3 hangers, when I asked for some more, the front desk staff took their jacket off to give me a plastic hanger. The carpet was clearly in need of cleaning, there were light cobwebs hanging from the wall lamps. We stayed 3 nights, on the 3rd day, our beds were not even made, only a bunch of towels were left on the tub. The bathroom overall was clean.
The front staff was very helpful, polite and professional - but the place needs complete renovation before it just falls apart. The laundry room including washer and dryer was very dirty.
The closet had 3 hangers, when I asked for some more, the front desk staff took their jacket off to give me a plastic hanger. The carpet was clearly in need of cleaning, there were light cobwebs hanging from the wall lamps. We stayed 3 nights, on the 3rd day, our beds were not even made, only a bunch of towels were left on the tub. The bathroom overall was clean.
The front staff was very helpful, polite and professional - but the place needs complete renovation before it just falls apart. The laundry room including washer and dryer was very dirty.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Room Tip:Â avoid 1st floor rooms - falling apart.
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we had a couple of nights here on a recent trip to rotorua and were very happy with the experience. the room was lovely and clean and well set up where you could see the lake from the bathroom. kim on reception was very helpful and friendly. breakfast was great and the resort was surprisingly close to things we wanted to see including at the kaituna river. thank you
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â some great walks in the area
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This accommodation has so much potential, however it appears little investment has been made with the upkeep and its now looking very shabby. The gardens were over grown, the decking and windows were filthy. General cleaning was lacking, with doors and walls needing a good clean and a deep clean of the our shower was required. Service was the bare minimum and no niceties to feel welcomed. Would not recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My friends and I were delightfully pleased with our stay at VR Lake Resort Rotorua!
We arrived late after a night out and the check process was very simple and easy. The reception team had left our keys at reception with night security.
He was very friendly and directed us where to park (as the hotel was full) and then to our room.
I organised the accommodation and so my friends actually hadn't seen what the rooms looked like however they were pleasantly surprised when they open the door to their rooms. We were all greeted with two large queen size beds which were extremely comfortable! For me it was the best sleep I had for the entire long weekend (we only stayed one night then moved on to Tauranga).
The rooms also have an extremely large bathroom complete with a spa bath and separate shower.
In the morning reception have us a late check-out which was great appreciated and a delicious breakfast al included! They had all you can eat bacon, eggs, toast, fresh fruit, cereals and pastries.
AND THE VIEW! The entire hotel is situated on the lakefront over looks a gorgeous and peaceful lake with forestry in the background.
Very special place and the service is incredible. Thank you very much for making our stay so delightful!
We arrived late after a night out and the check process was very simple and easy. The reception team had left our keys at reception with night security.
He was very friendly and directed us where to park (as the hotel was full) and then to our room.
I organised the accommodation and so my friends actually hadn't seen what the rooms looked like however they were pleasantly surprised when they open the door to their rooms. We were all greeted with two large queen size beds which were extremely comfortable! For me it was the best sleep I had for the entire long weekend (we only stayed one night then moved on to Tauranga).
The rooms also have an extremely large bathroom complete with a spa bath and separate shower.
In the morning reception have us a late check-out which was great appreciated and a delicious breakfast al included! They had all you can eat bacon, eggs, toast, fresh fruit, cereals and pastries.
AND THE VIEW! The entire hotel is situated on the lakefront over looks a gorgeous and peaceful lake with forestry in the background.
Very special place and the service is incredible. Thank you very much for making our stay so delightful!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from vivek singh, General Manager at VR Rotorua Lake Resort
Responded 22 Nov 2020
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our Resort to other travelers. I'm sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care and hope to see you soon i near future . Regards, Vivek
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We used the VR Rotorua Lake Resort to host a prizegiving dinner. From the start, the Resort were amazing and helped plan everything so it was very easy to organise. Their communication was excellent throughout. At the dinner, the staff were very attentive, service was prompt and the food was first class. Highly recommend this venue to anyone wishing to hold a dinner party or event.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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The email id I contacted them was:
rotorua.
reservations
@
vrhotels.
co.
nz
15 min by car
I saw kids there playing by the lake, so I assume it to be suitable for families with kids. 😊
Not closed. We have changed the brand name from amora lake resort to VR Rotorua lake resort
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PRICE RANGE
$140 - $231 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Amora Lake Resort
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionRotorua DistrictRotorua
NUMBER OF ROOMS
42
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Frequently Asked Questions about VR Rotorua Lake Resort
Which popular attractions are close to VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Nearby attractions include Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa (3.3 km), Okere Falls Track (3.9 km), and Hamurana Springs Nature Reserve (6.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Okere Falls Store, The Grill, and Terrace Airside.
Are there opportunities to exercise at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does VR Rotorua Lake Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does VR Rotorua Lake Resort offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to VR Rotorua Lake Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village (14.0 km), Polynesian Spa (11.7 km), and Te Puia (14.4 km).
Does VR Rotorua Lake Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.