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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Ngongotaha, this cottage is adjacent to Lake Rotorua and within a few miles (5 km) of Agroventures. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mitai Maori Village - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 23 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Izumi Japanese Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Dynasti - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage

This lakeside lodge offers a cozy and fully self-contained accommodation with two double bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and access to the Ngongotaha Lakefront Reserve through pathway on the left side of the property, please take a walk along the Reserve. Guests have complimentary use of a tandem kayak, and the lodge is conveniently located 5 minutes from the village and 15 minutes from Rotorua Central. The space features a fireplace, a shared bathroom, and a laundry room with a washing machine. Free unlimited WIFI is available. The property includes a private garden, a carport for one vehicle, and off-street parking. Note that there is another dwelling on the property, but it is not part of the rental. Suitable for couples and families
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Ngongotaha, just steps from Lake Rotorua. You'll also find Mitai Maori Village and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage on Nov 2, 2026 start from $198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 15.3 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tauranga (TRG), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage?

No, you won't find cottage with balconies at Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage.

Ngongotaha Lakeside Lodge- Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Trip

Very nice place, clean and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place needs an upgrade. The carpet is stained and has holes in it. The beds are awful, and worn out!
Hole in the carpet
Stains on the carpet in the main living area.
The tv is small, the cords hang down and it’s not moveable!/adjustable. .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Waiteti Bay

Right around the corner from Waiteti Bay. Fly-fished at the stream inlet. Beautiful walk from the cottage to Rotorua Town Center. Clean and comfortable lodgings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Yes, all good.Just took us quite a while to find the switch to power the oven. It'd be helpful if it were left on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

A great cabin to stay in, with everything we needed and more. Loved the extra touches like the eggs and stocked pantry. Estuary is around the corner with loads of trout fishermen - was fascinating to see! Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not lakeside

The Bookabach listing says that it is a "lakeside lodge" with "direct access to the Ngongotaha Lakefront Reserve". There is a photo of the reserve labelled "Property grounds". This description fits the original "Lodge" but NOT the cottage. The address given is actually the address of the lodge not the cottage. The cottage is not lakeside but is behind the lodge with no view of the reserve or the lake and access to the reserve is at the end of the street. This is possibly a breach of the fair trading act. The waste disposal unit was jammed with a stone. We fixed it and left the stone on the window sill. The washing machine was half full of water. We just left it as we found it. The fan in the bathroom did not work. Operating the heater without the fan could damage the unit and is a fire hazard. The igniter of gas hob in the kitchen was turned off, the switch being on the other side of the kitchen and labelled "oven". Some instructions and better labeling would help. The shower rose was attached to the hose with duct tape and did not fit properly in the shower slide. The toilet roll holder was loose. The aerator on the kitchen sink mixer does not work resulting in splashing when used. This would be a simple fix for a plumber. In short, the general maintenance needs attention. The bach was comfortable and clean. The kitchen and bathroom were well appointed. The food supplied exceeded expectations. The linen was fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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