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Guests staying at Aura Accommodation can enjoy summer, bathing in the large outdoor geothermal heated swimming pool or fire up the BBQ on a beautiful Rotorua evening. The property is within walking distance of all the central city attractions and local markets on offer.

Well equipped room and kitchen (free fresh local milk), clean, and neat. Comfortable bed. Laundry facility. Quiet. Everything is well organized with thoughtful designed. Care for recycling. The staffs welcome us from the day we booked the room, gave clear instructions for late arrival. A handwritten personalized welcome package is a nice touch. Thanks you! Good location, nearby restaurants, shops & sightseeing.

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9
Superb
1,199 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Capri on Fenton offers spacious rooms with free WiFi and a private 2-person spa pool. This motor inn is a 3-minute drive from both Polynesian Spa and Rotorua city centre. Free parking and free bike storage and wash-down area is provided on-site.

Morgen our host was very welcoming. He lives on the property with his family. Everything was well taken care of so we really did not need to call Morgen for much but when we had a question or request he was very helpful and a pleasure to interact with We booked two different kinds of rooms. One was more spacious with a stove top/kitchen area the other just had a kitchenette but both had hot tubs and we really enjoyed them after a day full of adventure activities Location was quite convenient

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9
Superb
1,027 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

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.

spacious and comfortable. Well hidden from the road, so good privacy and plenty of facilities.

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9.4
Superb
542 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Located in Rotorua, 5 km from Rotorua International Stadium, ASURE Rotorua International Motor Inn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna. The motel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Friendly staff. Easy private parking. Free breakfast.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,553 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

At Kowhai Motel Rotorua, you can find yourself relaxing in one of 2 natural hot mineral pools or in the 10-metre heated swimming pool. Each studio and apartment include digital satellite TV and free WiFi access.

The house is cleaned every day. The host is very kind and willing to provide various tourist information and assistance.

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8
Very good
1,383 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Situated just 8 minutes’ drive from the beautiful Lake Rotorua, this resort offers free Wi-Fi, mini golf and a heated pool with spa pool. Most accommodation feature a patio. Some offer a spa bath.

You can relax in the hot tub or enjoy the shared barbecue facilities. There is a children’s playground, volleyball court and a games room with table tennis.

The location was great as it was right across the Skyline Luge and within walking distance. The staff was attentive and ensured that we had a great stay. The serene stream in the back was also very nice. Will definitely come back. Thanks again!

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8.5
Very good
1,494 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

The large children's adventure playground is surrounded by trees and features tree huts, swings, tunnels, slides and a flying fox.

Hideaway Lodge Motel offers self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens. Each apartment has a private balcony with an outdoor setting and lovely garden views.

-Easy check-in and check out process -Great location just outside of the city -Room was wonderful, clean, and comfortable -The shower was spacious and bathroom had a heat lamp to help everything dry quickly -Adorable farm animals and a nice playground -Recycle bins for bottles and cans

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8.8
Fabulous
1,849 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Featuring rooms with a spa bath and free Wi-Fi, Silver Fern Rotorua is just 1 kilometre from Rotorua Golf Club. It features a hot tub and a day spa. Free parking is available on site.

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa is 10 minutes’ drive from the famous Polynesian Spa and Mitai Maori Village. Rotorua Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Clean, tidy, no-pressure helpful staff. Thoughtful extras like bath-salts, Nespreso, Sky TV, and much more. Great quality shower and spa pool. hotel was fully booked, but there were still free parking spots.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,600 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

The motel provides an excellent base to explore this area famous for its fishing, mud pools and volcanic activity. Rotorua City Centre is approximately 8 minutes' drive away and Rotorua International Airport, the gateway to Central Park, is a 2-minute drive away.

really comfortable apartment with home comforts

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8
Very good
1,031 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Executive On Fenton features spacious, modern accommodation with free WiFi. Accommodation boasts either a 2-person spa bath or a private courtyard with a 4-person spa pool. A few minutes' walk from local shops and 2 minutes' drive from Lake Rotorua, this property includes free private parking.

clean functional and grounding

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8.1
Very good
1,063 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

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  • Cleveland Thermal Motel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 849 reviews

    Located in just under 1 hectare of ground with lawns and a garden, Cleveland Motel is 1.6 km from Rotorua City Centre. It offers BBQ facilities, free WiFi and free parking on site.

    Great location close to town and Patrick's bakery

  • Aura Accommodation
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,200 reviews

    Aura Accommodation is centrally located, 3 minutes' walk from the lake front, 4 minutes' walk from the famous Eat Streat and 9 minutes' walk from both Government Gardens and Rotorua Museum.

    Out in the country with fields and cows all around

  • Capri on Fenton
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,027 reviews

    Capri on Fenton offers spacious rooms with free WiFi and a private 2-person spa pool. This motor inn is a 3-minute drive from both Polynesian Spa and Rotorua city centre.

    Nice tidy units, friendly staff and handy to town.

  • ASURE Rotorua International Motor Inn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,553 reviews

    Located in Rotorua, 5 km from Rotorua International Stadium, ASURE Rotorua International Motor Inn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a...

    Breakfast was good Very tidy Spa pool excellent 👌

  • Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,601 reviews

    Featuring rooms with a spa bath and free Wi-Fi, Silver Fern Rotorua is just 1 kilometre from Rotorua Golf Club. It features a hot tub and a day spa. Free parking is available on site.

    Great facility layout, separate private area for the spa, open plan

  • Arista of Rotorua
    Breakfast options
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 854 reviews

    Arista of Rotorua studios are 20 minutes’ walk from the famous Polynesian Spa. The property features a BBQ area and a pirate ship children’s playground set in lovely gardens.

    The room is very clean, and staff were very friendly.

  • Sport Of Kings Motel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 938 reviews

    Featuring free Wi-Fi, an outdoor thermally heated swimming pool, and rooms with private spa pools, Sport of Kings Motel is just 10 minutes' walk from Te Puia Thermal Reserve.

    Another very comfortable stay. Our #1 go to facility when in Rotorua

  • Aurora City Suites Motel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 70 reviews

    AURORA CITY SUITES MOTEL Welcome to our newly renovated motel, where modern convenience meets classic comfort. Our stylishly upgraded accommodations provide a cozy retreat for every traveler.

    Great location, very tidy & staff were amazing.

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  • Cedarwood Lakeside Motel & Conference Venue
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,031 reviews

    On the shores of Lake Rotorua, Cedarwood Lakeside features a seasonally heated swimming pool, outdoor spa, a private indoor spa and barbecue facilities.

    spa was nice hopefully next time the pool and outside spa is open

  • Kuirau Park Motor Lodge
    Budget options available
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 1,220 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and 2 indoor mineral pools, Kuirau Park Motor Lodge is located in the heart of Rotorua. All accommodation includes free WiFi and a TV with SKY 50+ channels.

    Convenient location friendly staff and a great price

  • Rotorua Motel
    Budget options available
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,068 reviews

    Just 5 minutes' walk from Rotorua city centre, this motel features a heated swimming pool and free WiFi. It offers accommodation with thermal heating and a private patio.

    Clean n spacious easy to find n staff were friendly

  • Golden Glow Motel
    Budget options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,400 reviews

    Offering spacious, heated studios and family apartments with a private spa pool, Golden Glow Motel is a 5-minute walk from Rotorua Town where various shops and restaurants can be found.

    Clean & the beds are very comfortable to sleep in.

  • Rotorua Coachman Spa Motel
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,818 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from central Rotorua, Rotorua Coachman Spa Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony and free WiFi. The propery boasts a large garden with BBQ facilities.

    Spa was amazing, and room suited our needs thank you

  • Baden Lodge
    Budget options available
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 476 reviews

    Guests can relax in their own private spa pool at Baden Lodge Rotorua. All accommodation includes full kitchen facilities, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi.

    That the accommodation is cental and close to town.

  • Birchwood Spa Motel
    Budget options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 594 reviews

    Birchwood Spa Motel is a 5-minute drive from Rotorua’s city centre, and a 10-minute drive from the Rotorua Regional Airport.

    comfortable beds, big rooms and sky Tv. big spa too.

  • Rose Court Motel
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 244 reviews

    Rose Court Motel offers cosy rooms with a kitchenette, fresh water hot tub and free high speed unlimited WiFi. It is located 1.3 km from Te Puia Maori Cultural Centre. On-site parking is provided.

    Central with very friendly manager. Love the spa.

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  • Kings On Peace
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 542 reviews

    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...

    Very clean and new, excellent service, great location!

  • Hideaway of Rotorua
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,849 reviews

    Set on 4 acres of peaceful, landscaped gardens, Hideaway of Rotorua offers affordable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking.

    Close to Skyline and easy location out of the ‘smell’ of the town

  • Lake Lodge Motel Rotorua
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 507 reviews

    Just 200 metres from Lake Rotorua, Lake Lodge Motel offers self-contained accommodation offering lovely lake views. It boasts free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool and a tour desk.

    Most helpful Host, cleaniness of room.Great location

  • Thermal Oak Motel
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 800 reviews

    Thermal Oak Motel is located in Rotorua and offers modern studios, one and two-bedroom suites and three-bedroom apartment.

    The motel was close to restaurants room was spacious

  • Brylin Motel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews

    Located just 2 km from Rotorua city centre, Brylin Motel offers spacious accommodation with spa bath and free Wi-Fi. It is a 15-minute walk to the Whakarewarewa Thermal Village.

    Private. Good location. Clean rooms. Spacious bathroom.

  • Ripple Rotorua
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,497 reviews

    Situated just 8 minutes’ drive from the beautiful Lake Rotorua, this resort offers free Wi-Fi, mini golf and a heated pool with spa pool. Most accommodation feature a patio. Some offer a spa bath.

    Quiet . Beautiful grounds -steam with wild life gorgeous

  • Ashleigh Court Motel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 323 reviews

    Situated in a quiet location, Ashleigh Court Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free car parking.

    Clean, large apartment with all necessary amenities

  • BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 806 reviews

    Centrally located in a quiet street, BK’s Rotorua Motor Lodge offers modern accommodation with free unlimited WiFi and free parking. Most rooms feature a 2-person spa bath.

    Very clean, good location and very friendly welcome.

  • Wylie Court Motor Lodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 837 reviews

    Set in spacious park-like surroundings, Wylie Court Motor Lodge features a heated swimming pool. All accommodation includes free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.

    Room was comfortable, warm and had great facilities

  • Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 535 reviews

    Bella Vista Motel Rotorua offers motel-style accommodation right next to Kuirau Thermal Park. All rooms have en suite bathrooms, some with spa baths. Unlimited free WiFi is included for all rooms.

    Friendly staff. Good location. Very clean and comfortable

  • Executive On Fenton
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,063 reviews

    Executive On Fenton features spacious, modern accommodation with free WiFi. Accommodation boasts either a 2-person spa bath or a private courtyard with a 4-person spa pool.

    Clean n tidy. Spacious bathroom. It was good. Parking was good.

  • Pure Motel
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 860 reviews

    Offering accommodation with free WiFi, PURE Motel & Pure Guest House and Guest House is a 5-minute drive from Rotorua’s city centre and a 15-minute from Rotorua Airport.

    Quiet, comfortable, and the environment is very good.

  • New Castle Motor Lodge
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 271 reviews

    Located in Rotorua, The Motor Lodge is 8 km from Rotorua Airport. All accommodation features free Wi-Fi, a balcony or patio and a kitchen.

    Spacious room. It has everything we need for our stay.

  • Kowhai Motel Rotorua
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,383 reviews

    At Kowhai Motel Rotorua, you can find yourself relaxing in one of 2 natural hot mineral pools or in the 10-metre heated swimming pool.

    Good location very clean and compact friendly staff.

  • Six On Union Motel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 963 reviews

    Situated in a quiet tree-lined street in Rotorua, next to Central Mall, Rotorua's main shopping mall.

    Had everything we needed, clean & tidy. Easy access.

  • Ambassador Thermal Motel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,206 reviews

    Ambassador Thermal Motel is centrally located in Rotorua, near Lake Rotorua and the Polynesian Spa. Facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, 2 mineral pools and barbecue facilities.

    We really loved the large windows with a nice view.

  • Red Rock Thermal Motel - Mineral Pool
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 277 reviews

    The Red Rock Motel offers comfortable accommodation just 15 minutes’ walk from the Rotorua city centre. It features a thermally heated swimming pool, free WiFi internet access and free parking.

    It was easy to get from the airport. Good location.

  • Fenton Court Motel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 69 reviews

    The rooms at Fenton Court Motel are equipped with a bath tub or pool and have free Wi-Fi access. Less than 2 km from Rotorua city centre, each room includes smart tv, microwave and refrigerator..

    Nice and quiet. Great bed and lovely spa. Thankyou

  • Palm Court Motor Inn
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 418 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from the heart of Rotorua, Palm Court Motor Inn offers self-contained accommodation with a spa pool.

    Everything. Warm cosy rooms Spa pool Comfy beds

  • Devonwood Motel
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 300 reviews

    Just 3 km from central Rotorua, the 1.5-acre Devonwood Resort offers accommodation with satellite TV and free WiFi. It features a saltwater swimming pool and a Scandinavian sauna.

    The owners where fantastic very helpful and friendly

  • Astray Motel
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 409 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and free on-site parking, Astray Motel & Backpackers is located in central Rotorua.

    good location and for one night it fit its purpose.

  • Jack & Di's Lakefront Motel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 361 reviews

    Jack & Di's Lakefront Resort Motel is set on 1-acre of gardens, offering views of Lake Rotorua and within walking distance of Waiteti trout fishing stream.

    Great location right across thre road from the lake

  • Accolade Lodge Motel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 21 reviews

    Centrally situated in a quiet street, Accolade Lodge Motel is just a 2-minute walk from the restaurants and supermarkets of Rotorua city centre. Free Wi-Fi and free car parking are available.

    Friendly staff and beautiful room, location is perfect!

  • Fernleaf Motel
    Central location
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 41 reviews

    Boasting free WiFi and free onsite parking, Fernleaf Motel is just 1.5km from the centre of Rotorua. It offers self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen TV.

    Nice and big Kitchen use even if it's out dated Pool beautiful

  • Aaryn Court Motel
    Central location
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 50 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Aaryn Court Motel is located in Rotorua, just a few minutes' walk from restaurants and shops. Each room features a kitchenette and cable TV. The Polynesian Spa is just 1 km away.

    Room 5. Was good people were very helpful staff was nice.

  • Fairy Springs Motel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 247 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and a heated hot tub, Fairy Springs Motel is located in a peaceful area only a 5-minute drive from Rotorua city centre.

    Spacious loved all the SKY channels lovely location

  • Ace Motor Lodge
    Central location
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 226 reviews

    Ace Motor Lodge offers clean and tidy accommodation in central Rotorua. Each room offers free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Most rooms offer a spa bath. There is free car parking on site.

    It was nice , very clean and tidy, and comfortable

  • MALFROY Motor Lodge Rotorua
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 579 reviews

    Offering free unlimited in-room WiFi, heated pools and fully secure apartments with central heating, MALFROY is located 10 minutes' walk from the CBD, Kuirau Park, restaurants and bars.

    It was exactly what we needed for our little stay.

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Motels that guests love in Rotorua

  • Avg. price/night: £88.93
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,849 reviews
    Hideaway is a fabulous place - great modern facilities and a lovely relaxed feel. This is my second stay and I will stay again. Rotorua motels/hotels are a bit hit and miss these days. This is a good one!
    Steve
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.44
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,818 reviews
    Loved our 4 night stay at the Coachman Spa Motel, very spacious main room and very spacious bathroom & Spa area. Lovely and bright and super clean. Plenty of everything provided, we didn't need to ask for a thing extra during our stay. Salt & Pepper & paper towels were provided which was super handy. Total block out curtains and quite a sound proof room provided for a good sleep. Lady who runs/owns this Motel is well spoken and very lovely. We had room 19.
    Arlene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £109.52
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 806 reviews
    The motel is located directly opposite a supermarket and mall and not too far from the town centre and some of the sights. Best of all, for $10 the person at reception washed and dried our clothes and left them in our room. Brilliant service. Room was great, what we needed and we cooked on our 1st night and prepared lunch for the following day. There is certainly plenty to do in the Rotorua area and BK’s motor lodge was ideal as a base.
    Geraint
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £61.46
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 409 reviews
    I simply needed a room for one night during my trip by car in New Zealand. The location was very good, very central, there was free parking on the premises. The room was what one would expect from a motel and very good value for the money.
    Walter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £60.04
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 963 reviews
    Stayed here for 2 nites with a family of 5. Nice small motel, well equipped. Free parking available.
    Amiran
    Group
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,206 reviews
    Clean. Awesome staff let us in early. First motel I’ve been to that topped up coffee and sugar. Shower awesome and hot. Bed comfortable as. Warm room, no need for extra blanket. Free parking right outside.
    Donna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £98.81
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,553 reviews
    sushi train / japanese restaurant at the motel was great. hot great showers and sizeable room next door to tourist attractions free parking
    Melissa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £56.73
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 666 reviews
    Had own single bed as no bunk beds in dorm room. good central location and good kitchen facilities. parking for 6 cars available and free parking on the road after 6 or 7pm until 9am the next day. good value for money given the location.
    Shilpa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £107.79
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 800 reviews
    This place is refurbished, with the connivence of a kitchen and spacious studio. There is free parking outside the motel with first in first serve basis.
    Teresa
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £63.35
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,099 reviews
    Polite staff, responsive to our requests. Free parking (although out on the road as the car park was full). Good location. Bathroom was clean. Beds were comfortable. It was quiet. Overall positive.
    Nicola
    Family with young children

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