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Hot tub, Pool, Redwoods, Biking, Golf course
Kick back & relax in this warm, calm & stylish space. Tui, fantails & Kereru in the trees just outside your door. Safe off street parking down a back section. Wash down & secure lock up can be arranged for bikes on request. Soak in the hot tub. Cool off in the pool. 5 min drive to the Redwood forest, walks, bike trails, shops for food, takeaways & great cafes. Less than 10 min drive to Rotorua Golf Course. 10 min drive to our gorgeous lakes or the city centre, shops & large supermarkets.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews
Redwood Cottage- Mountain bikers dream -Sleeps 6
Set in beautiful Lynmore with a 2 min walk to the Redwood Forest🌲 where you will find world famous walking/bike tracks & a Crankworx Pump Track 🚲 The Good Eastern Taphouse 🍺, Bakery, Resturants, Pharmacy & Motion Entertainment are all within walking distance, as is the famous Redwood tree top walk 🌲& I-site. The Blue Lake is 5 mins drive, carry on another 10 mins for world class Trout fishing 🎣at Lake Tarawera (fishing can be arranged just ask us!) This is where your adventures begin!
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 519 reviews
Central Cosy Cottage
We love Rotorua & want you to love it too. So many things on our door step, choosing what to do can be hardest part, but we are happy to help. World class mountain biking trails in the Whakawerawera forest - only a 10minute cycle, central city in a 20min walk down the road and the choice of 2 golf courses close by. Hard to walk past the amazing boutique bakery, which is just around the corner. We hope our cosy bed for the night, helps your explore Rotorua and you love it as much as we do!
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 329 reviews
The Penthouse Studio at Lake Tarawera
This spacious studio apartment is set in native bush at Lake Tarawera, at the back of a lake-front property. However, it does have great views of the lake. It has one main room which includes a kitchen area, a dining room table, a lounge and beds and there's a separate bathroom. It is accessed up a flight of stairs with a laundry for use downstairs. Wifi is available. There is an outdoor patio, with comfortable furniture, sun umbrella and magnificent views across the lake to the mountain.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 730 reviews
The Cabin - Fantail Grove, Hamurana, Rotorua.
The Cabin is located at Hamurana, in a 2 acre garden setting 350m from Lake Rotorua. Located 120 m from the owners house and is completely private. All around are Sugar Maples with ferns and native plants underneath which attract the fantails. Purpose built and architecturally designed in 2019 as a holiday retreat using passive home guidelines. The cabin is a 15 minute drive from Rotorua CBD, close to all tourist attractions while allowing you the peace and quiet of a luxury retreat.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 548 reviews
Riverside Cottage Homestay on Lake Rotorua
Nestled on the banks of the peaceful Ngongotaha trout stream, Riverside Cottage is your perfect Rotorua retreat. Wake to birdsong and watch the sun set over the water and valley beyond. We’re a short drive to Rotorua’s restaurants and hot pools— close to Mitai Māori Village, Zorb, the Gondola, and Luge. Paradise Valley is nearby as are a local café, bakery, and superette. Riverside Cottage has all key amenities — comfy beds, fast WiFi, well-stocked kitchen and a washing machine.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 548 reviews
Idyllic Countryside Cottage with Wifi
This refurbished cottage with A brand new kitchen & bathroom has been set up with couples in mind, The covered deck allows for lazing in the sun. The cosy cottage is located in a beautiful rural setting in Hamurana A short eleven kilometer drive From Rotorua. It is the perfect place to base yourself if you're wanting A quiet relaxing atmosphere, yet still close enough to enjoy all the amazing sites and activities Rotorua has to offer. basic's in the pantry, tea & coffee provided.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 350 reviews
Te Kāinga Rangimarie
Welcome to Te Kāinga Rangimārie – a cosy, peaceful retreat on a 2ha lifestyle property with beautiful lake views. Enjoy nature, animals and a relaxed rural setting, while being close to Rotorua and Taupō attractions, including Wai-o-tapu and our local natural hot pools. The unit sleeps up to 4 and has two connected rooms, a bathroom and kitchenette. The main kitchen is shared with me in the main house. Three friendly dogs are part of the household. Newly renovated in August 2026.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 439 reviews
The Love Shack Lake Rotoiti. Absolute Lake Edge.
Romantic & secluded this self-contained cottage is nestled amongst native bush. Metres from the water's edge, with jetty & ramp, free use of kayaks, Stand up paddleboards. 25 minutes from Rotorua, just 15 minutes from the airport. 5 minutes to the nearest cafe. Enjoy bushwalks or world-class mountain biking in the Redwood Forest. kayaking on the lake or even take in a rafting trip on the famous Kaituna river. A 2017 Bach of the Year -Gold medalist for the "Charm" category.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 493 reviews
Cozy corner
Newly renovated studio tucked away in the back corner of our property provides a quiet private sanctuary to unwind. Central city is a 25min walk or 5 min uber or bus ride. Just around the corner from us is a boutique bakery, coffee shop, laundry mat, Convenience store & fish & chip shop. We hope you enjoy our cosy bed for the night.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
The Summer House - Close to Forest & Geothermal
The Summer House is located in Rotorua, nestled in the private and secure back garden of our property in the peaceful neighbourhood of Tihi-O-Tonga. 5km to central city, 1km to mountain bike tracks and geothermal attractions. Arrive and relax...many of our guests describe it as their home away from home!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviews
Idyllic Rotorua Haven: Kōtare Cottage
Just 12 minutes from Rotorua, this idyllic haven is superbly located in the Ngongotaha Valley. The cottage is airy, sunny and comfortable, with a large living space, two bedrooms, bathroom and laundry. The cottage is cool in summer and double glazing and a heat pump ensures it is warm and cosy in winter.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 413 reviewsPopular amenities for guest house rentals in Rotorua District
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Clean & tidy cottage - lake access, mountain views
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviews
Family Friendly Rotorua
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 711 reviews
Hinemoa Guesthouse beside Skyline Rotorua
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Plum Tree Gardens (small rustic home)
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews
Cosy & Convenient 1 Bdrm Retreat
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Woodall MTB Guesthouse
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Kings Retreat Cottage
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Cosy rural cottage
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 331 reviewsGuest house rentals with a patio

Modern Garden view Studio - onsite parking
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Add Magic
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 511 reviews
Dulcie's Redwood Cottage - New 2BDRM near Redwoods
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews
The Cottage
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews
Sunken Studio
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Private 2-Bedroom Unit with Views & Wi-Fi
4.58 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
Hamurana Roost
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
Oturoa Cottage, Hamurana, Rotorua
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Separate apartment overlooking Lake Tarawera
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviews
Spacious 2 brm Unit newly carpeted & refurbished.
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
Kōwhai Studio - Spa Bath, Walk to Okere Falls
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Mahana Place Sleepout
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Countryside granny flat
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
Front Cottage by the Lakeside
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
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- Hobbiton Movie Set
- Mount Maunganui
- Redwoods Treewalk
- McLaren Falls Park
- Rotorua Central
- Papamoa Hills Regional Park
- Mount Hot Pools
- Mitai Maori Village
- Agrodome
- Polynesian Spa
- Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
- Bayfair
- Waikate Valley Thermal Pools
- Pilot Bay Beach
- Baywave TECT Aquatic and Leisure Centre
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Kaiate Falls
- Craters of the Moon
- Taupo Debretts Hot Springs
- Kuirau Park
- Te Puia Thermal Park
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Tauranga Art Gallery





