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Reviews of VR Rotorua Lake Resort 4.5 stars

366 State Highway 33, Rotorua, 3074 Rotorua, New Zealand

#43 of 81 hotels in Rotorua

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2721 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Quaint and charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property has the potential to be a great place. Unfortunately it is a bit tired in areas which really let it down.

    The way staff handled a problem I raised was unexpected, yet handled on a friendly professional manner

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shutter was broken, which gives you privacy between the bedroom and bathroom. One out of the 2 spas were warm but not hot enough to get in

    Having the view of the lake was gorgeous. I like having a door and small balcony along with a bath in the bathroom

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed our stay,reasonable price had a bit of old world charm compared to modern hotels and Motels.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Would like to see lights outside dining room lighting up trees and lake at night,would make it very special. ..Staff are a little timid and need to chat more with the customers? Would like to see packages of Bed,Breakfast and Dinner,targeting those who want to get away for the weekend and maybe retirees during the slow months.For example I am considering taking my family there for my birthday in September.Has great potential with the Chateaux closing.

    Room was great,lovely view, very clean apart from sliding door to outside which needs attention , Loved the ambiance of old world charm, carpet on stairways, nice Bar and lovely dining room with views to the lake and open fire all under one roof.Dinner was good but need to order vegetables unfortunately,Sticky date pudding was superb' Buffet breakfast was very good.Drinks from bar were good and well priced. Staff were very nice but maybe a little timid?

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice lake view room.comfy bed. Dinner at the restaurant was excellent. Breakfast included in the price was very good

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot water was intermittent on check in but was consistent in morning. The power on TV was turned off on the back of TV it was very difficult to find and turn on. Fridge was noisy occasionally.

    Comfy bed

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    8.0
    Well be back in summer
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The weather wasn't great so we couldn't use the pools, spa and sauna.

    Staff were great, we had to add more people to our booking and they were happy to make the changes. Upgraded our room, breakfast was good value. Would definitely come back again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    7.0
    Great view and soft bed but overpriced.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was open to the sleeping area. Room was tired, worn. Needs updating. Noisy, from a tour group’s kids running the halls.

    Great view of the lake. Comfortable bed. Dinner was excellent.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful location with friendly staff, a nice stay for this business traveler of 50 years travel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Sauna not working

    Restaurant was very good.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    9.0
    Always enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    2-3 days is never long enough

    Everything - which is why I keep going back.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant spacious and in natural landscapes!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t find any issues!

    Spacious and door opening onto our to the lake and lawn area!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have liked a microwave, that's all.

    The setting was just stunning. So nice to stroll along the lake after a long day. The room was very spacious also.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    7.0
    Enjoyed our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably needs a bit of maintenance, not badly.

    Peaceful with beautiful gardens and a lovely view of the Rotorua Lake. Lovely older style and interesting. Lovely to pull the curtains apart to such a view in the morning, a short walk from our room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    More or better parking spaces

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean and tidy, I was delighted.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Loved our stay and wished we could have stayed longer! Nice little get away for us. Most definitely will be back and wil
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air conditioning unit outside for the room next to us keep making a buzzing noise all night long, little bit annoying but the bed made up for it.

    Loved the room layout and the bed was so comfortable! best sleep I have had in a long time. The cleaners do an amazing job as our room was spotless and staff were very friendly. Amazing value for money.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    7.0
    Facilities seems a bit run down but the staff totally made up for it with their friendliness. Eva, their receptionist wa
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property is run down and needs updating.

    The friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was amazing with spectacular views of lake.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Lovely motel and location and I would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    As I am on crutches I found the floors slippery but this would only affect me not able bodied people.

    Location and room suited my needs

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic place to unwind. Plenty to do within an hours drive. Amazing food and hospitality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Leaving - always sad to leave.

    The bed and pillows are extremely comfortable. Had the disability room which is perfectly located by restaurant, reception, carpark etc. So peaceful and relaxing with stunning view over lake. But the absolute highlight is the amazingly attentive and friendly staff who were welcoming and friendly. Make sure to book the inclusive breakfast - divine.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The "Musack" in the dining room was rather loud and irritating

    Big clean room with lovely view across lake.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    7.0
    GREAT value for money, spacious room with a lake view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Aircon was noisy outside our room. The minor things not perfect came with the price. Again, VALUE for $ !

    The lake view is nice. Our room was VALUE for money. Don't expect a 5* hotel when you pay camp-site prices. Staff were friendly & we enjoyed it

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    The staff was so accommodating so friendly, I would defo recommend this hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have no bad comments to say

    Best view from your bedroom, the staff was so friendly, the breakfast was amazing , the hotel is very restful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely location. Enjoyed our breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Comfy
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bit dated, could do with a bit more fixing up

    Nice setting, good comfy chairs to sit in, good restaurant. very quiet

    Stayed in May 2024

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