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Lakes Lodge Okataina

3.0 star property
Nature's peaceful retreat awaits with convenient laundry facilities and outdoor dining options - a perfect setting for unwinding from everyday stress

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Lakes Lodge Okataina offers a tranquil getaway surrounded by natural beauty. Guests enjoy on-site laundry, in-room WiFi, and barbecue grills for outdoor meals. The property also features conference space for mixing business with relaxation.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

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  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio Suite | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, travel crib, free WiFi

Standard Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Double Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, travel crib, free WiFi

Family Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Lake Okataina, Lakes Lodge Okataina is in a rural area and on the beach. Te Amorangi Museum and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools and Rotorua Golf Club. Wonderworld Amazement Park and Rotorua Arts Village are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Lake Okataina travel guide
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692 Lake Okataina Rd, Lake Okataina, Bay of Plenty, 3074

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotoiti
    Lake Rotoiti
    8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Lake Rotorua
    Lake Rotorua
    19 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    28 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Polynesian Spa
    Polynesian Spa
    30 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
    15 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Terrace Airside
    23 min drive
  • The Trout & Badger
    34 min drive
  • The Hangar Airport Café
    23 min drive

About this property

Lakes Lodge Okataina

Lodge by the lake
An adjacent golf course, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Lakes Lodge Okataina. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and kayaking. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A dock, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • 3 meeting rooms, beach towels, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as free international calls and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, toasters, and travel cribs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • onsite Bar

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Ecotours
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Kayaking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,410 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • On the beach

Spa

  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Smartphone
  • Unlimited free smartphone calls
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakes Lodge Okataina pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakes Lodge Okataina?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakes Lodge Okataina?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakes Lodge Okataina located?

Located in Lake Okataina, this beachfront lodge is next to a golf course, 4.4 mi (7 km) from Lake Rotoiti, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa and Lake Rotoehu. Lake Rotoma and Lake Rotorua are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lakes Lodge Okataina Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, confortable and spacious room, we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a mint place to get away from everything and sit, relax and do nothing. loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuexiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the view is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No food available or bar. Property could do with a revamp but was clean and had a comfy bed. Staff were helpfull and curteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Quentin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly service and amazing location. .Good value. however property is showing it age like a lot of rotorua accomodatoon. . bathroon drains smelt like septic tank. No food at site,? bar close before six on saturday. Take your own food out there to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Varinder

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing. Not signs for finding our room 20. Upstairs guests walking was loud. Someone doing laundry at 11pm, it was annoying-woke us up. There were stains on the sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Beautiful views of lake . From our lodge bedroom. the staff were so helpful . thank you Chloe . It would be helpful to have a concrete path thru the lawn area by the lodge rooms to get to and from cars . It was so wet and held rain on the lawn area could not avoid getting shoes wet. The rooms are clean and warm. Bed very comfortable. The main lounge comfortable with bar and coffee lovely fire in evenings. there is a ping pong table . No pool table. lovely surrounding bird song and peaceful. I would go again in summer and probably rent suites with car access to door Very helpful dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful part of the world, tucked away out of sight. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing, beautiful, peaceful and would highly recommend for anyone
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little retreat half hours drive from Rotorua.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and quiet resort to relax and walk

There is a lovely BBQ area and bring your food, only breakfast is served, ask reception for a walking map
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Like the view of the property and friendly staff. Has space to improve the cleanness.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GURNEK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LIKE LOCATION,VIEW AND STAFF ETC....
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was a dump. Toilet didn’t work properly, television didn’t work, remote needed batteries, wifi didn’t work properly. The food menu wasn’t even close to the pictures on line. It was run down and was a disaster. We paid for two nights but checked out after one. Only positive was Claire the manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was ok. didn't realise the restaurant wasnt open for the season untill i got there, and its a fair way out from the town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tariq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful place ,comfortable bed ,obviously driving late in the evening one has to be extra cautious as there is no lights on the road. Only issue was the smell in the room likely due to blocked plumbing? I had to use my perfume througout the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jerliza

Liked: Staff & service
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shelly

Disliked: Staff & service
It’s a great little find out of the hustle and bustle. Top!!! Take your groceries with you. Did not see the manager, everything was closed when we arrived before 3pm. Basic room doesn’t have a microwave. But the view of the lake was beautiful and a couple of trails for walking. Would I head back? Probably not.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake Okataina lodge is tucked away from the beaten track, sitting on the foreshore of a pristine lake and surrounded by native bush. The Lodge itself is framed by soft lawns, hydrangea plants etc on the edge but also native trees and bushes which come right up to the lodge where all the chattering bird life ‘hang out’. With some TLC this would make an awesome ‘eco lodge/retreat’ getaway. The Lodge still has all the aesthetic bones of what it was in its heyday (I stayed there once before 30 years ago) but unfortunately has been neglected. I understand from talking to the lovely and friendly current host he would love to part of bringing it back to shine and I wish all the best.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gursimran

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uncomfortable to sleep as noises was coming from the roof When someone walk on it. Moreover used toilet tissue roll was not been changed.
Verified

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend à Autuari

Sejour de weekend un peu court. Voyage de 2 jours depuis Aukland. Français resident à AUKLAND, je reviendrai dans cet endroit paisible et ressourçant. Vaut le detour Merci
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani-Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026