Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Exterior photo The photo shows a beautiful outdoor swimming pool with a modern house in the background. The pool is a vibrant turquoise blue and has a natural rock waterfall feature on one side, with water cascading into the pool. The pool is surrounded by lush greWai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Amenities photo The photo shows a bright, sunny day with a clear blue sky. In the foreground is a beautiful, inviting swimming pool with clear turquoise water. The pool is surrounded by large, grey rocks, some of which appear to be creating small waterfalls or cascaWai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Interior photo The photo shows a spacious dining area with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The ceiling is a striking feature, covered in rich, warm-toned wood panels with a curved design. A large, ornate crystal chandelier hangs from the center of the ceiling, addi

WAI ORA LAKESIDE SPA RESORT, Rotorua

Enjoy
up to 10% less
compared to Booking.com!
Check rooms and rates
From$84 /night
Check-in
24Jul
Check-out
25Jul
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
Key details

About spa resort

77 Robinson Avenue, Holden'S Bay, Rotorua, 3042
-
Next to Lake Rotorua
Very good
7.3
7.6
/10
3.4
3.9
/5

5-star lakeside spa resort with award-winning Pacific Rim cuisine in Rotorua

Dining

The on-site Mokoia Restaurant specializes in Pacific Rim cuisine and uses fresh local ingredients, including indigenous herbs and spices in its menu offerings. Breakfast, high tea, and lunch are available alongside dinner service, with extensive options for vegetarian and special dietary requirements. Pre-dinner drinks and snacks are served in the English-styled Manary Bar, which offers a quiet setting overlooking the lake.

Wellness & Spa

The Wai Ora Day Spa has received the Best Luxury Spa Award and is recognized as one of the best spas in New Zealand. Guests have full access to the Wai Ora Spa Water Experience facilities, which include an outdoor swimming pool, indoor hot tub, sauna, and open-air bath. A unique New Zealand Cultural Day Spa Experience is available, incorporating Mirimiri healing practices with body treatments and massage services.

Accommodation

All accommodations include a private balcony or courtyard with views overlooking Lake Rotorua. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and tea and coffee making facilities. The property offers free parking on-site and provides a free chauffeur service to and from Rotorua Regional Airport, located 5 km away.

Location & Activities

The resort sits directly on the shores of Lake Rotorua, with landscaped grounds featuring hot pools, saunas, and walking tracks. Nearby attractions include Whakarewarewa Maori Village, Redwood Park, and Puketawhero Park, all a short drive from the property. Rotorua city centre is a 7-minute drive away, and the hotel is close to Whakarewarewa Hot Springs and Tikitere Hell's Gate Thermal Pools.

Business & Events

The hotel offers flexible conference facilities that can accommodate up to 100 delegates, with full audio-visual capabilities. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available for corporate guests. Meeting and banquet facilities can be arranged, and the scenic lakeside setting makes it a suitable venue for both conferences and retreats.

Highlights

Spa: Award-winning Wai Ora Day Spa with Mirimiri healing

Dining: Mokoia Restaurant with indigenous herb cuisine

Location: Lakeside, 5 km from Rotorua Airport

Wellness: Hot pools, saunas, outdoor pool, indoor hot tub

Business: Conference facilities for 100 delegates

Service: Free chauffeur from airport

Must-do experiences

  • Soak in the nearby Polynesian Spa for ultimate relaxation.
  • Try the hangi feast at Te Puia for a taste of Maori culture.
  • Visit the Rotorua Night Market for local crafts and street food.
  • Take a geothermal walk at Wai-O-Tapu for stunning landscapes.
  • Explore the Redwoods Treewalk for breathtaking views of the forest.

Select your room type

The resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Superior Suite
    2 persons
    49 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Balcony
  • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    2 persons
    25 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Heating
  • Suite Lake View
    2 persons
    49 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
    Air conditioning
    Balcony

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!
July 2026 - July 2027
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
July 2026
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
August 2026
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
September 2026
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
October 2026
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
November 2026
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
December 2026
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
January 2027
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
February 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
March 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
April 2027
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
May 2027
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
June 2027
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
Choose dates to see prices
Check-in/ Check-out

Facilities

The resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Open-air bath

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
Show more

Dining Onsite

At Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort, the culinary scene is a delightful blend of local flavors and international influences, inviting guests to embark on a savory journey. The Mokoia Restaurant presents a contemporary fine dining experience, while the charming Manary Bar offers a casual atmosphere perfect for pre-dinner refreshments.
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Restaurant photo The photo captures a room set up for a formal event, possibly a wedding reception or banquet. The space appears to be indoors, with high ceilings featuring exposed wooden beams. The walls are painted a light beige, and there are several large black p
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Restaurant photo The photo shows a lively bar scene in what appears to be a hotel or restaurant. The bar is made of warm-toned wood and is well-stocked with various bottles and glasses. A bartender, a man with short white hair, is actively pouring red wine into a gla
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort Rotorua Restaurant photo The photo shows a spacious indoor venue set up for a formal event, likely a wedding reception or a banquet. The room has a high, vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams and draped white fabric, creating a soft and elegant atmosphere. 

Several roun

Mokoia Restaurant

Contemporary fine dining with a fusion of Pacific Rim and local flavors
Ambiance
Modern and family-friendly, overlooking serene lakeside views
Key Offerings
Signature dishes include Piripiri crusted Hot Smoked Akaroa Salmon and Venison Cutlets, along with a range of vegetarian options. Guests can also enjoy a unique trio of 'First Flavours' featuring Seared Tiger Prawns.
Reservation
Recommended
Wednesday to Sunday: Breakfast 08:00 - 10:00, Dinner 17:30 - 20:30

Manary Bar

Casual bar snacks and cocktails
Ambiance
Atmospheric English-styled bar, perfect for a relaxing pre-dinner drink
Key Offerings
Offers a selection of drinks alongside light bar snacks, providing a cozy spot to unwind.
Reservation
Not needed
Hours vary

Location

77 Robinson Avenue, Holden'S Bay, Rotorua, 3042
Explore Rotorua
Explore Rotorua
  • Top Attractions
  • Activities
  • Dining
  • Entertainment
Te Amorangi Museum
Te Amorangi Museum
5 minutes' walk
Local history exhibits showcasing Rotorua's heritage. Features Maori artifacts and is great for family visits.
Rotorua Settlers and Steam Museum
5 minutes' walk
Historical steam train experiences and local settler history. An engaging stop for families and history buffs.
Puketawhero Park
Puketawhero Park
25 minutes' walk
A family-friendly park with playgrounds and sports facilities, perfect for outdoor fun and relaxation.
Haiku Pathway
25 minutes' walk
Scenic walking trail featuring beautiful haikus and stunning landscapes, ideal for peaceful strolls.
River Rats
20 minutes walking
Thrilling whitewater rafting adventures on the Kaituna River, offering beautiful scenery and excitement.
Polynesian Spa
Polynesian Spa
12 minutes' drive
Relaxing mineral spring spa offering therapeutic treatments and stunning lake views. Ideal for unwinding.
Motion Entertainment Rotorua
Motion Entertainment Rotorua
10 minutes' drive
Family-friendly entertainment hub with bowling, escape rooms, and arcade games. Fun for all ages.
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
8 minutes' drive
Biking and walking trails among majestic redwoods. Great for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Mokoia Restaurant
5 minutes' walk
Modern dining with a focus on local ingredients. Known for its delectable seafood dishes and cozy atmosphere.
Cobb & Co Rotorua
10 minutes' drive
Casual dining with a diverse menu, featuring steak and vegetarian options. Family-friendly with a welcoming vibe.
Eat Streat
10 minutes' drive
Dining precinct featuring various cuisines, including Asian and Italian. Great for casual meals with friends.
Atticus Finch
10 minutes' drive
Trendy eatery with a farm-to-table concept and an excellent brunch menu. Perfect for food lovers.
Rotorua Energy Events Centre
10 minutes' drive
Host to exciting concerts and events, providing a vibrant atmosphere for entertainment enthusiasts.
Karaoke Box Rotorua
10 minutes' drive
Fun karaoke venue perfect for groups and families. A lively spot for music lovers and casual nights out.
Paradise Valley Springs
10 minutes' drive
Animal park and natural springs featuring delightful attractions for kids and all ages. Great for family outings.
Tamaki Maori Village
Tamaki Maori Village
10 minutes' drive
Cultural experience showcasing traditional Maori performances and feasting, ideal for an evening out.
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Rotorua 8 min  ·  3.2 mi
  • Airports
    Rotorua Regional (ROT) 34 min  ·  1.7 mi
    Tauranga (TRG) 102 min  ·  42.1 mi
  • Bus
    Bus stop 10 min  ·  4.1 mi
Want early booking discounts?
Get the best spa resort rates now!
Check Rates
Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 25 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Chinese, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Tagalog / Filipino
Number of rooms:
30
Former name
Clarion Collection Hotel Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 917 verified reviews
6.8 /10
Nice
62 %
Recommend
Breakfast
9.5/10
Cleanliness
7.9/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Facilities
7.2/10
Free WiFi
8.4/10
Location
8.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.5/10
Pros
Spacious rooms
Lake location
Free laundry
Quiet atmosphere
Central location
Cons
Fly problems
Limited menu
Non-working TV
Guest reviews
based on 2074 reviews
7.3/10
No reviews yet on our siteUnfortunately, our guests have not yet left any reviews for this hotel, but you can read reviews from Booking.com.
Open reviews
Questions of the users
About Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Is there a private spa pool available within the accommodations?
14 March 2024
This specific room type does not feature a private spa pool.
Do any of the rooms come equipped with kitchenettes?
22 April 2024
No, Suite rooms are only equipped with a water kettle and microwave.
Can guests expect the outdoor pool to be heated?
19 June 2024
Yes, there is a warm outdoor pool available for guests to enjoy until 10:00 PM.
Are there laundry facilities available for guests?
05 August 2024
Self-service laundry facilities are provided for a small fee. Toasters are not included in the rooms.
Is there a hot tub available in the executive suite?
30 July 2024
Yes, the executive suite is equipped with a spa bath.
What options are available for breakfast at Mokoia Restaurant?
12 October 2024
The breakfast menu features a la carte cooked meals tailored to guests' preferences.
Does the resort have multiple pool options?
28 November 2024
Yes, there are two cold swimming pools and two hot tubs available for guests.
Are there additional charges for using the spa facilities?
11 January 2025
Access to spa facilities is complimentary for overnight guests. Day visitors may incur a fee of $20 per person.
What is the procedure for late check-in if arriving after reception hours?
15 February 2025
If arriving after 8 PM, instructions will be provided for a smooth late check-in.
Is smoking permitted in the balcony areas?
03 March 2025
Yes, smoking is allowed on the balconies.

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.
From$84/night
Choose dates for exact prices