Cool, Unusual and Unique Hotels near Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
This is our list with cool, unusual and unique hotels near Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest, Rotorua. We have also included accommodation in villas, holiday homes, apartments, lodges, romantic hotels and boutique hotels. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Ngamihi Lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation just 10 km from Rotorua, overlooking the beautiful Lake Okareka. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature views of the lake or garden. Rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding, cycling and fishing. The bed and breakfast also offers free use of bicycles. Buried Village is 4 km from Ngamihi Lodge, while Rotorua Museum is 10 km from the property. Rotorua Airport is 8 km away.Show full description
Ngamihi Lodge is a luxurious accommodation with stunning views of Lake Okareka. The lodge is beautifully decorated and provides spacious suites. It stands out for its attention to detail and elegant atmosphere.
Lodge.Highly elegant. Great location. Solitaire Lodge is a luxurious 5-star property 20 minutes' drive from Rotorua, set on a private peninsula on the shores of Lake Tarawera. Spacious suites feature modern interiors and stylish furnishings. with views of the lake, the lagoon, or the volcanic summit of Mount Tarawera. The property features a private helipad for flights over Mount Tarawera and Orakei Korako. The Lodge hosts can assist with booking helicopter tours and arranging cruises on the lake. The restaurant serves fresh local produce and a selection of New Zealand wine. Outdoor dining is possible on-site. Solitaire Lodge is a 10-minute drive from The Buried Village, and a 20-minute drive from Whakarewarewa Forest. It is a 40-minute drive from Rotorua Regional Airport and the Polynesian Spa.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most ELEGANT AND RELAXING lodge in Rotorua. It also has a great location, great affordability and outstanding views!
Boutique hotel.Hip. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Perfectly positioned on the edge of Lake Rotorua, Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel offers a solar-heated swimming pool, a sauna and free Wi-Fi. All rooms boast a fireplace and views of the lake, pool or rose garden. Overlooking the beautiful lake, the restaurant offers contemporary Pacific fusion cuisine. The hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Roturua, and 10 minutes’ drive from the Rotorua Museum of Art and History. The luxurious rooms include an espresso coffee machine, an iPod dock, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. You can enjoy the monsoon rain shower and the luxury bath products provided. Set on 1 acre of manicured gardens, Lakeside Black Swan Boutique Hotel features a private jetty and both a croquet lawn and a petanque court. The tour desk can arrange a helicopter trip to see the region’s famed volcanos and thermal parks. Your breakfast includes a full range of continental options as well as cooked options including full English breakfast, eggs benedict, freshly baked croissants and homemade pancakes. Rotorua International Airport is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
The Lakeside Boutique Hotel is a charming and luxurious accommodation situated on the edge of a beautiful lake. It provides stunning lake views and a peaceful atmosphere. With lovely gardens, a private beach, a solar-heated swimming pool, and a sauna, it creates a serene retreat for visitors.
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Great views. Situated within 1.8 km of Rotorua International Stadium and 8.4 km of Paradise Valley Springs in Rotorua, KARANDA BnB provides accommodation with seating area. This bed and breakfast features free private parking and free shuttle service. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and dishwasher. Every unit is fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have mountain views. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including fruits and juice is available for the continental breakfast. You can play billiards at this 5-star bed and breakfast. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the bed and breakfast, while guests can also relax in the garden. Buried Village is 19 km from KARANDA BnB, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cosy. Great value. Popular among women. Offering a garden and garden view, Parkside Boutique Lodge is set in Rotorua, 11 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. It is located 24 km from Buried Village and features full-day security. The bed and breakfast offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes and a shower. A patio with outdoor furniture and mountain views is offered in all units. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Parkside Boutique Lodge also provides a saltwater pool and a sauna for guests to relax in. Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 26 km from the accommodation, while Waimangu Volcanic Valley is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 18 km from Parkside Boutique Lodge.Show full description
The boutique lodge stands out with its modern and luxurious suites. It is located in a peaceful setting surrounded by parklands and native bush, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere.
Bed and Breakfast.Very cosy. Great interior design. Amberly House Rotorua in Rotorua provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 2.2 km from Rotorua International Stadium. You can play darts at the bed and breakfast. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with a wardrobe. Some accommodation includes a balcony and a satellite flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as seating area. The units feature a shared bathroom, bathrobes and bed linen. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Paradise Valley Springs is 11 km from Amberly House Rotorua, while Buried Village is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most COSY bed and breakfast in Rotorua.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Great location. Popular among couples. Offering free Wi-Fi and included breakfast, B&B@The Redwoods is ideally located to experience many of Rotorua’s best hiking and cycling tracks. Your suite features a patio or balcony, a flat-screen TV and fluffy bathrobes. Situated next to Redwoods Forest, this B&B is 5 minutes’ drive from the Polynesian Spa. The Redwoods B&B is 10 minutes’ drive from Lake Rotorua. It is within 5 minutes' walk of local shops and dining options. Guests enjoy free on-site parking, a guest laundry and a communal lounge area. Breakfast includes cereal, yogurt, toasts, fruits and juice. Guests are treated to fresh baked goods and tea and coffee upon arrival. All suites offers quality bedding and a private verandah with a seating area. Each has a modern bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and slippers. The suites offer distant mountain views and a private garden.Show full description
Holiday Home.Lively. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women. Offering lake edge accommodation and views, The Willows is set in Rotorua, a 19-minute walk from Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park and 3.3 km from Polynesian Spa. Housed in a building dating from 1980, this holiday home is 3.3 km from Rotorua Museum and 3.4 km from Tamaki Maori Village. The holiday home has a terrace, 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms and a well-equipped kitchen. Offering air conditioning, the holiday home also features a bathroom. The holiday home offers a barbecue Guests can relax in the outdoor hot tub. If you would like to discover the area, fishing is possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Rotorua Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most LIVELY holiday home in Rotorua. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Resort.Historic property. Great bar. Surrounded by Lake Rotorua, On The Point -Lake Rotorua is a luxury retreat featuring spectacular views to Mokoia Island. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the restaurant or indulge in a massage or treatment at the day spa. On The Point -Lake Rotorua is a 15-minute drive from Whakarewarewa Thermal Village and a 10-minute drive from Rotorua Museum of Art and History. Rotorua Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Each room includes under-floor heating, air conditioning and an en suite bathroom with a spa bath and shower with massage jets. Satellite TV, ironing facilities and an in-room safe are also provided. You can play a game of tennis or work out in the fitness centre. Relax with DVD from the library or curl up with a book in front of the guest lounge’s open fire. The restaurant offers New Zealand cuisine accompanied by fresh vegetables and the finest wines. Dine either in the main dining room, a private dining room, your suite or outside overlooking the lake.Show full description
On The Point is a distinctive hotel with a rich history and a lively bar. Guests experience a warm and personalized stay, with breathtaking lake views and the opportunity to visit donkeys and miniature ponies.
Holiday Home.Lively. Great views. Boasting garden views, Tranquility Lakefront offers accommodation with water sports facilities and a patio, around 15 km from Rotorua International Stadium. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Paradise Valley Springs. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and lake views has 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The air-conditioned holiday home also features a seating area, washing machine and 3 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy canoeing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 19 km from Tranquility Lakefront, while Buried Village is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 22 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Featuring garden views, AristaAir- Poppies Luxury Villa provides accommodation with a balcony, around 3.1 km from Rotorua International Stadium. This holiday home has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and pool views features 5 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Buried Village is 14 km from the holiday home, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 7 km from AristaAir- Poppies Luxury Villa.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Popular among couples. City Lights is a boutique lodge on the slopes of Mount Ngongotaha, only 8 minutes’ drive from Rotorua. It features a fitness centre, hot tub and sauna. All rooms at City Lights Boutique Lodge feature an en suite bathroom with bathrobes, tea/coffee, bottled water, flat-screen TV, heaters and double glazed windows. Some rooms offer spectacular views over Rotorua. Facilities include a guest lounge with library and computer, free WiFi internet access, fireplace and off-street parking. Guest rooms include continental breakfast with a selection of tea/coffee, juices, yoghurts, cereals, fresh fruit, toast and jams. The cottage is self-contained with a fully equipped kitchen. City Lights Boutique Lodge is located on the outskirts of Rotorua, only 6 km from the city centre’s attractions and restaurants.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CHARMING AND CREATIVE bed and breakfasts in Rotorua. It is very popular among couples travelling to Rotorua.
Holiday Home.Newly opened, December 2023. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The Gallery is situated in Rotorua. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The holiday home features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Paradise Valley Springs is 12 km from The Gallery, while Buried Village is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among couples. Offering a garden and garden view, Rotorua Central Hosted B&B is located in Rotorua, 15 km from Buried Village and 16 km from Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.6 km from Rotorua International Stadium, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs. The 1-bedroom bed and breakfast is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the bed and breakfast. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is 23 km from the bed and breakfast, while Kuirau Park is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 8 km from Rotorua Central Hosted B&B.Show full description
Motel.Cool. Great bar. Popular among women. Located in Rotorua, within 3 km of Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km of Paradise Valley Springs, Kings On Peace provides accommodation with free bikes and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 14 km from Buried Village, 15 km from Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park and 23 km from Waimangu Volcanic Valley. The motel features family rooms. Guest rooms at the motel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Kings On Peace features certain rooms that include a terrace, and all rooms have a coffee machine. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Kings On Peace offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and barbecue. Kuirau Park is 3 km from the motel, while Skyline Rotorua is 6.4 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 7 km from Kings On Peace.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Great value. Set in Rotorua, 3.8 km from Rotorua International Stadium, Geyser Lookout BnB offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, free private parking, a garden and a bar. The property features pool and garden views, and is 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and lake. The units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, microwave, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a hot tub and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, pancakes and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. At Geyser Lookout BnB, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, cocktails and high tea and serves American cuisine. For guests with children, the accommodation features indoor and outdoor play areas. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Geyser Lookout BnB can arrange a bicycle rental service. Buried Village is 17 km from the bed and breakfast, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional, 10 km from Geyser Lookout BnB, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, M&M's Hotspot is situated in Rotorua. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 6.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and pool views has 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Buried Village is 12 km from the holiday home, while Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 5 km from M&M's Hotspot.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic. Rotorua Views B&B/Apartment is located in Rotorua, 750 metres from Rotorua International Stadium and 5 km from central Rotorua. It has wide views of the lake and surrounding hills. The self-catering apartment is downstairs while the 2 B&B rooms are on the 1st floor, accessible via stairs/elevator. The B&B rooms have private en suite bathrooms with a shower while the apartment has a private bathroom with a shower. B&B guests can have a continental and/or cooked breakfast. There is free off-street parking available. Every room has heating/air conditioning, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Airport pick-up/drop-off may be available on request. Free use of bicycles is available at this bed and breakfast and the area is popular for mountain biking. The Redwoods Forest and Mountain Bike Park are 4 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Airport, 10 km from Rotorua Views.Show full description
Holiday Home.Newly opened, November 2023. Springfield Rise Lodge - Rotorua Holiday Home, a property with a garden, is situated in Rotorua, 10 km from Paradise Valley Springs, 16 km from Buried Village, as well as 18 km from Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Rotorua International Stadium. The spacious holiday home comes with 5 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is 22 km from the holiday home, while Kuirau Park is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 10 km from Springfield Rise Lodge - Rotorua Holiday Home.Show full description
Holiday Home. Situated in Rotorua, 14 km from Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park, As You Do provides accommodation with a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6.8 km from Rotorua International Stadium, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 11 km from Buried Village. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The holiday home has a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Paradise Valley Springs is 15 km from As You Do, while Waimangu Volcanic Valley is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Rotorua Regional Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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