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Reviews of Arawa Park Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT 4.5 stars

272 Fenton Street, 3040 Rotorua, New Zealand

#59 of 81 hotels in Rotorua

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1728 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We smelt a very strong spice smell in the hallway on level 4, and inside the room. When we reported it to reception, we were told it was the Sulphur smell of Rotoura. We knew the difference. We were moved to another room, the spa bath jets were not working but they did offer bath salts for $5.00 at reception

    room size breakfast water pressure

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spa wasn’t working, and could smell the sulphur coming thru the window seals

    Affordable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Have stayed here often. Decor has always been a little dated, but the spectacularly comfortable beds, cleanliness, and reasonable rates (usually!) more than offset this. However its getting a little "ragged around the edges".....grout in the bathrooms needs repointing, chrome wearing off the toilet cistern button looks shabby, though its spotlessly clean: ditto paint flaking off the door and scorch marks on one of the power points. Just little things that are starting to become obvious.

    Most comfortable beds in town! Service is good, the place is clean: I generally ask for little more....

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little far from town

    Comfy beds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    7.0
    Definitely enjoyed the stay given the price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Generally not clean, a bit mouldy. Toilet wasn't cleaned perfectly.

    Pretty spacious room, comfy beds, super fast wifi, decent location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    7.0
    Disappointing buffet breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    To say that the breakfast buffet was disappointing was an understatement. There were not a lot of choices to begin with. I remember our last time there and it was much better. The only coffee machine broke and no one was able to fix it. Then the croissants were finished and were not replaced. When asked,a staff member kept saying in a minute, but they never arrived. All in all a disappointing breakfast experience. My kids and elderly parents were really looking forward to it.

    The atmosphere of the hotel was nice. The doors connecting our two rooms were a nice touch.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    light shinning under entrance door and drawn curtains let light into room at the top of curtain

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very comfortable, bathroom needed attention
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was damaged tiles and fittings were not fixed

    Handy to town

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    7.0
    Comfy and good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower was either scalding hot or freezing cold. Spa bath not working. Room key cards kept stopping working and the tables at breakfast weren't cleaned due to lack of staff.

    Breakfast was yum. Beds super comfy rooms a good size. Free use of Guest laundry was awesome.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    6.0
    Not great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Cleanliness mould in shower

    Bed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hotel is in need of some TLC!

    Beds extremely comfortable , room is huge. location is good, loads of free parking available.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    6.0
    It served its purpose, but could have been better
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The, at best, luke warm breakfast and cold cup of tea. This was at 9am in the morning, i"m sure if we went at 7am it would have been hot, but this is not good enough. We intended to have breakfast the next morning , but gave it a miss. Our travelling companions went and said that it was even colder. I think you need at least one women to oversee and ensure food is always hot. We owned several big cafes in Auckland and know what standard it should be.

    The room was very generous in size , in a handy position., with plenty of parking. Great TV size, most appreciated for viewing the sport.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The gym was not stocked with water and towels and the gym equipment not repaired

    The room was ideal for our needs The staff at the restaurant were very kind, courteous and helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fairly close to the CBD in the main street. We had an issue with the toilet in the first room but they moved us to an upgraded room same day. Not a new hotel but still clean and comfortable. Breakfast buffet is great value if you compare to local cafes. I would stay here again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    7.0
    Lovely for a short break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel was really dated, which isn't a bad thing, but it could do with some modernizing. For a one night stay, we couldn't really fault it, however, I'm not sure if I would stay there longer, as it was extremely basic.

    We really liked the welcome we received from reception. The room was extremely large, as was the adjoining bathroom. It was a good location, and the car park was very useful. Loved the big smart TV.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Last minute booking, simple, easy and affordable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    7.0
    a bit overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    you could tell this place would have been grand in its day, a wee bit tired, pool was permantly closed

    bed was comfortable , staff were lovely

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Just what we needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The pool was closed which we were not aware of which was slightly disappointing. The bathrooms could do with a deep clean - shower windows etc.

    Bed was super comfy, location was perfect. Was great for what we needed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Great place and reasonable price -easy parking
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably a bit dated

    Spacious rooms - quiet

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom curtain was mouldy, the whole bathroom is dated and the kitchen sink was not very well wiped. Also, no microwave to heat your food. Netflix wasn't available, so you have to use your own account.

    Nice view from our window. Can see geysers, and nice to see the big dining hall. Room is big and the beds were comfortable. Complimentary soap shampoo were infused with kawakawa. Very accessible/close to food places and governor gARDEN.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    7.0
    Overall exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good balcony view loved it

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    7.0
    Was a top hotel during its hayday, looking a bit old and tatty now. Rooms were large and beds were comfy.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ground Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Age is showing, cleanliness to be improved

    Beds were very comfy- the room was very large

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioner 9

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    6.0
    Great for our one night stay passing through Rotorua, slightly pricey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom facilities are not nice, old, outdated, pretty odd set up (needed to go on my tippy toes just to sit on the toilet!?) Pool was out of use

    Very comfortable beds Air con worked perfectly Mini Fridge WIFI has a strong signal, very helpful during our stay Smart TV with ability to log into Netflix etc Spacious yet cosy room

    Stayed in January 2024

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