Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old room decor and maintenance
Odor from nearby geyser

Categories

Cleanliness
6.65
Issues with room cleanliness and mold reported.
Service
8.65
Staff received positive comments for friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.65
Convenient proximity to attractions, though some complained about odors.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms described as old, with dated decor and maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities like the pool and breakfast were positively noted, but some facilities were old.
Value for Money
7.15
Disappointment in room value for price paid is highlighted.
Food and Beverage
7.65
Food quality received mixed reviews; generally good but some complaints noted.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall, the stay was enjoyable despite some issues with cleanliness and room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:18

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Stunning Views

Rydges Rotorua, nestled on the edge of the Redwoods forest, offers a picturesque setting overlooking the renowned Whakarewarewa Geothermal Reserve and Historical Village. The air-conditioned rooms boast modern design, cable TV, and complimentary movie channels.

Adventure Facilities and Family-Friendly Amenities

Guests can indulge in the year-round geothermally heated swimming pool with hot tubs and make use of the purpose-built mountain bike washing facility. Families will appreciate the free stay and dining for kids under 12, the Very Important Kids program, and the Play Zone equipped with various entertainment options.

Culinary Excellence and Dining Experience

Chapman’s Restaurant and Bar, an award-winning establishment, offers an exquisite dining experience with an à la carte menu and buffet featuring fresh local ingredients.

Book your stay at Rydges Rotorua now and create unforgettable memories amidst nature's beauty and luxury amenities.

Important information:

* Please note that a 2% surcharge applies for payments made with credit card.

*Please note up to 2 children under 12 eat free when dining in Chapmans Restaurant with a paying adult and when ordering from the kids menu or buffet. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.

* For group bookings of more than 10 rooms / guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

* If you need to put your travel plans on hold, you can relax knowing you're covered with fully flexible cancelation. For more information about flexible COVID cancelation and health & safety, please contact the Hotel directly to discuss or read our Terms of Use.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ROT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 6458 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.65
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 7.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Xiaodan family_with_children au
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Ashley couple nz
10
Awesome
Cons:

No squat rack in the gym and maybe a smith machine

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
C
Charles extended_group nz
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
S
Sarwan couple nz
8
Great
Pros:

Staff at reception are awesome

Cons:

The dinner didn’t had much options as we don’t eat beef and pork

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
P
Parehuia couple nz
9
Pros:

Location

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
J
Jenna family_with_children nz
4
Average. Lobby and restaurant is the best part. Beyond the elevators it gets average
Pros:

The best customer service came from the gentleman who welcomed us for breakfast at The Chapman.

Cons:

Greeting on arrival was average and on departure the same. No effort to build rapport or offer a point of difference. No use of te reo Māori "Kia ora" goes a long way in a town where people come to experience Māori culture.

The bathroom is tired and need a deep clean. There is pink and black mold between the tiles and around the tap. The shower head sprays in all directions indicating a blockage, and when the sink tap is turned on it sprays out forcefully either wetting your front or going all over the floor.

Neighbors were loud and carried on until after midnight.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
A
Anna couple au
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
J
Jeremy solo_traveller nz
9
Awesome as always
Pros:

E bike hire across the street, vicinity to forest/mtb trails.
On-site restaurant is great

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
D
defrog couple nz
10
Pros:

Comfy beds. Bath and robes. Thermal pool.

Cons:

Although clearly signed asking for children to be respectful with noise around rooms we constantly had children running up and down the passageway yelling and banging on their room door to get let in.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
B
Brendon solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Lovely staff, great views!

Cons:

Just a bit of odd dust on top of power points.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
S
Suzanne family_with_children nz
8
Fantastic location and nice pool
Pros:

Pool and location

Cons:

A little tired

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
M
Moyer couple nz
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
S
shuai family_with_children au
10
It’s great experience for our family and the location is ideal for Te Puia and the Maori village.
Pros:

The game room is great! My son and I really enjoyed the soccer game under the table and on the table, and the billiards. The heated pool and spa also is another highlight for each day.

Cons:

It would be great for the kitchen to have stove and microwave.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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George solo_traveller nz
5
Beds were hard, but the room was warm. View perfect and location also perfect. Staff were friendly but didn’t have the f
Pros:

Beautiful location and warm.

Cons:

The fridge was dirty and down the side of the fridge was very dirty and could easily be seen: I advised reception who said they would have it cleaned and on my return that evening it had NOT been cleaned. They did fix the toilet seat however which I advised them was lose. There was also no extractor fan in the bathroom. The room didn’t smell clean.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Temuera solo_traveller nz
7
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
R
Richard family_with_children nz
10
Pros:

Great location and facilities. Our favourite place to stay

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
M
Marek couple nz
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth solo_traveller nz
9
Pros:

Easy to find.
They were redecorating inside reception area - no big deal.
We stayed for one night
Reception very welcoming, friendly, helpful. Greeted us as we walked in the door.
Plenty of parking.
Restaurant staff friendly
Room spacious and clean.
Enjoyed our stay

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
A
Afshan extended_group nz
8
Pros:

comfortble

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
T
Tyler couple nz
10
2026-06-26 via Nuitee