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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 6542 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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Philip solo_traveller nz
8
Great location
Pros:

Excellent location..

Cons:

Extremely small Shower over bath

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller nz
5
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller nz
8
Pros:

Nice facilities.
Friendly staff ⁸

Cons:

Overpriced restaurant

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Renee solo_traveller nz
10
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Jacqui solo_traveller au
6
Pros:

The thermal pool.
Staff very helpful.

Cons:

The building needs attention. Everything was so noisy and glunky.
Bathroom extractor fan was extremely noisy( reported) to reception.
Could hear your neighbour use toilet.
The whole place tired.
Making it not a pleasant stay, sorry

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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luke solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Food was good

Cons:

Nothing it was a good stay

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Tony solo_traveller nz
7
Pros:

The heated pool. Having the choice of soft and firm pillows. Comfy beds.

Cons:

The bathroom mirror sensor turned off really quick, would be nice to have it on a little longer.
Carparking was a bit challenging sometimes especially with people turning up for dinner at the restaurant.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Nanine family_with_children nz
7
Very enjoyable!
Pros:

Room and pool, playroom was great.

Cons:

Asked for fried eggs at breakfast and waited a very long time. I think the staff forgot and we had to remind them two times. Then the order came as soft eggs and not well done as requested. Otherwise, all was great.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Monique solo_traveller au
8
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple nz
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Cleanliness- there were noodles in the water in our kettle, door was dirty and scuffed, no coffee sachets in room etc. The showers are tiny even for smaller people with poor pressure and stream

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Chris couple nz
7
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Adam couple nz
3
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Hariata couple nz
7
Basic but comfortable. Air conditioning very noisy.
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The room is a bit tired

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple nz
10
Beautiful hotel amazing pools we had an amazing time
Pros:

Everything was amazing

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Lee family_with_children nz
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Micaela solo_traveller nz
7
It's ok
Pros:

It had a spa and heated pool

Cons:

Rooms didnt seem that clean, neither did the spa and one was broken. We ending up just staying one night and changing to another hotel.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Benjamin solo_traveller nz
3
Rydges time for a reno
Pros:

location on point for central rotarua and close to bike park and all the city

Cons:

The place was dated, 80's and old. The room was not like the photos. The bathroom was smaller and terrible. Steel tub shub that you struggle to stand in, old fittings with the worst shower experience, a shower head that blasted u with razor like pressure with not even a way to adjust it. a shower curtin...and a toilet that didn't even have soft closing lid.. the ac unit was old and dated. The main manifold humming all night even when it was off in our room because it feed the other rooms.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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PATRICK solo_traveller nc
8
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse, buffet de qualité.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Simmonds solo_traveller nz
4
Okay, wouldn’t return.
Pros:

Pools

Cons:

Staff need some help in customer service, Tv in the room would stay on for 3 minutes. No bottled water, room service stops at 9.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Giselle couple nz
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee