Kowhai Motel Rotorua – A Favorite for Families in Rotorua
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Kowhai & Colonial Motel offers 18 self-contained units, including studios, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options. Rooms include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with digital channels, microwaves, and kitchenettes with tea/coffee facilities. Some units feature private courtyards with hot tubs. The 10-meter heated swimming pool and two natural hot mineral pools are available year-round. Maximum occupancy ranges from 2 to 9 guests, depending on the unit.
Dining Options
No onsite restaurants are available, but the motel is 150 meters from Rotorua's city center, where guests can find cafes and restaurants like Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean. Each unit has a kitchen or kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, oven, and stovetop for self-catering.
Leisure & Wellness
Guests can relax in the heated swimming pool or two natural hot mineral pools. The motel's full-service spa offers treatments, and barbecue grills are available for outdoor dining. Nearby, Kuirau Park and Government Gardens provide walking trails and geothermal attractions.
Location & Transport
The motel is on Ranolf Street in Rotorua's Bay of Plenty region, 150 meters from the city center. Nearby landmarks include Lake Rotorua (1 km), Polynesian Spa (1 km), and Tamaki Maori Village (1 km). Rotorua Airport is 10 km away, and public transport options include Bus #7 to Central Station.
Services & Extras
Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guest laundry facilities, a tour desk, and barbecue areas are provided. Some rooms include air conditioning, private entrances, and pool views. The motel accommodates families, with units suitable for 2 to 9 guests.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Happy hour
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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