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Arawa Park Hotel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Ballroom
Meeting facility
Deluxe King Room | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Arawa Park Hotel offers luxury minutes from Polynesian Spa. Guests enjoy a modern gym and free in-room WiFi. The Atrium Restaurant serves satisfying meals, and the bar is a comfortable space to unwind after exploring.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe King Room | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King One Bedroom Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Superior Twin

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ground Floor Deluxe Twin

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
272 Fenton St, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Polynesian Spa - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Eat Street - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chicking - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Arawa Park Hotel

Luxury upscale hotel near Polynesian Spa
Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym at Arawa Park Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Atrium Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 135 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, mini fridges, and childcare services

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Atrium Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 100 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 30 to 30 for adults, and NZD 15 to 20 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy
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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Rotorua Rydges
Rydges Rotorua Hotel
Rydges Hotel
Rydges Hotel Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
Rotorua Rydges Hotel
Rydges Rotorua Hotel Rotorua
Rydges

Frequently asked questions

Is Arawa Park Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Arawa Park Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arawa Park Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arawa Park Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Arawa Park Hotel located?

Located in Glenholme, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Racing Rotorua and Polynesian Spa. Rotorua Central Mall and Government Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Arawa Park Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1008 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay wish we booked more nights!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

valda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff are very professional and accomodation was up to my expectation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Staff was pleasant. Property is a little outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

john

Nice big soft beds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Piri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stay was good. Nice and quiet. Breakfast was great. Lots of options and was delicious. Would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Toshio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

shane

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

Great stay

Nice place to stay with plenty of room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Fantasic Stay

We had a wonderful stay, excellent customer service.' Great food well recommended A+++
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Arawa has the potential to be a great hotel, compared to most in the area. It is dated, but has the large corridoors, large and grand dinning area, bar, and lobby areas, but lack decor, more art work on display like major large size d hotles have. Its bare basic, bordering on bland, not even music playing low in the back ground as you enter and walk around the halls.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Range of options , gym , Restaurant, bar , easy access and good parking , friendly helpful staff. Be happy to stay again . Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay, very clean and friendly staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfectly fine 3-star place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge rooms! Nice and quiet. Lighting a little bit dull. Overall really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit tired but clean and tidy. Beds are comfortable, excellent location would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy access and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay and would recommend 👌
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and the restaurants food was a treat...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly spacious room. Buffet breakfast was great. The property is very tired and could do with an upgrade. But for the price, size of the room, ammenities and included buffet breakfast it was great value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, excellent dining options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kaleena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful stay with our family, clean, roomy and friendly accommodating staff. Breakfast was fabulous, parking was super easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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