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Pohutu Lodge Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Rotorua with free parking

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
3 Meade Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Polynesian Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Two Bedroom Suite

  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Two Bedroom Suite

  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Studio

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Whakarewarewa, Pohutu Lodge Motel is next to Rotorua Golf Club and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. This 11-room, 3.5-star motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shadehouse Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Scope Cafe Rotorua - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Pohutu Lodge Motel

Motel in Rotorua with free parking
Pohutu Lodge Motel features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this golf motel include a picnic area and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer jetted tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.7 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 28 2023 to June 7 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.7 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Pohutu Lodge
Pohutu Lodge Rotorua
Pohutu Rotorua
Pohutu Lodge Motel Rotorua
Pohutu Lodge Motel
Pohutu Lodge Motel Motel
Pohutu Lodge Motel Rotorua
Pohutu Lodge Motel Motel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Pohutu Lodge Motel?

Pohutu Lodge Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Pohutu Lodge Motel?

This motel is situated in Whakarewarewa, just steps from Rotorua Golf Club and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. You'll also find Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Pohutu Lodge Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Pohutu Lodge Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Pohutu Lodge Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pohutu Lodge Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Pohutu Lodge Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a jetted bathtub and a kitchenette as well as a terrace.

Does Pohutu Lodge Motel have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in all guestrooms.

Does Pohutu Lodge Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Pohutu Lodge Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at Pohutu Lodge Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Pohutu Lodge Motel?

The closest major airport to Pohutu Lodge Motel is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 5.5 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Pohutu Lodge Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy lake or city views.

Pohutu Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 199 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Marianne, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking squashed in. No hot water on srrival terrible tv
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

HB, Whangarei

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Family of 5, Stayed 1 night unit 4, 2 bedrooms and sofa bed in lounge. Polite staff. Dated kitchenette and bathroom - constant leak from bath that manager not able to resolve. Location was fine for what we needed. Think $290/night could have got better facility and value elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Cosy. Good size for family of 4. Staff were friendly and helpful without being intrusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kate, Havelock North

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation is basic but all you need. A well equipped kitchen and plenty of room-two bwdrooms with a decent sized lounge. Well located and great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

2/10 Terrible

Boss, England

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You had 2 portable heaters no heat pump. Power kept teipping out when yiu ran bohj heaters you had to go down stairs to wash in the cold damp bathroom. Your room key accesses another room so your property wasn't safe. The bath leaked tge water out as the plug provided was the wrong one. Cleanliness was lacking sink was marked not seen bleaching for quite sometime and carpet needed a vacuuming.. You had to park in your allocated space even though the csr psrk was to small for larger cars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are always flaws but it’s people who make everything right. Staff was really good. Rooms were clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, Staff was so friendly. facilities where go for what we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was worth the cost and close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Shane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pohutu Lodge Rotorua

The service at the front desk was good and the staff were very friendly. The bedroom itself was okay but the bathroom and toilet was stained and dirty. Unfortunately because of that I would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Steen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK value for money but not outstanding

The motel room was large and the bed fine. The upstairs room was large but the steps to get included a narrow landing. The car parking was very tight. If there had been a couple of twin cabs we would have been in trouble. The room was not air conditioned and quite hot on the February night we stayed there.Overall the motel is a bit tired but ok value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

M

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good sized rooms, nice and clean. Staff were very good and helpful. Bathroom needs some renovating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
La chambre de bain est désuète, surtout la douche!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An older property. More of a 2 star place. Needs A/C, or at least fly screens on windows. Upstairs extremely hot & stuffy on hot nights. Got sick from having the fan on at night. Location next door to geyser is good, though smell can be intense initially (you get used to it). Parking is awkward. Communal laundry. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Naresh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place.... Little bit older property but had everything needed... Enjoyed it...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Sampath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two-level motel - my grandsons had the bedroom on the ground floor and I had my bedroom up top - where the kitchen and TV was. (haha). The main bedroom has a small en-suite - nice not having to go downstairs to use the toilet at night! Very well-located at the end of Fenton St and so close to the restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Adequate for our needs considering the good price. Very near the geyser, walking distance to Maori village. Town centre is a short drive away. Some stains and a bit of paint peeling off, but otherwise clean. Kids enjoyed the free Netflix though WiFi was not too consistent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Mandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Didn't like the lack of sports channels on the TV. Bathroom was pretty dated. Single beds too small. Liked the amount of space in the unit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Janette

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice greeting, very very tired and old , could do with a big paint job , jandles found under the beds , ( not ours ) old style heating , bathroom tired and old , cracks in the walls , we stayed in unit 8 , so upstairs downstairs. Shame really if it was clean and updated it would be nice . Until it’s redone I wouldn’t recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very out dated. Very noisy and you can hear the neighbours in tge next room. Onsite parkibg is not good at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms good undercover parking only spoilt by noisey netbasll team up at 5 am yelling & screaming at each other till after 8pm at nite should have consideration for others using motel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019