Thermal Oak Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

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Deluxe Studio
Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King and 2 Twin | Bathroom
Deluxe Studio | Private kitchen
House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area
Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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291 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010
  • Place, Rotorua Central Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Eat Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King and 2 Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 Queen and 2 Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

House, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Rotorua

Glenholme stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Glenholme motel, you'll find Racing Rotorua and Rotorua Central Mall. Government Gardens and Rotorua Arts Village are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Government Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Eat Street - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Delights - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Scope - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Thermal Oak Motel

3.5-star motel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Thermal Oak Motel offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rotorua motel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Thermal Oak Motel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 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 - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM 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), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 5 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Thermal Oak Motel Motel
Thermal Oak Motel Rotorua
Thermal Oak Motel Motel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thermal Oak Motel to the airport?

Thermal Oak Motel is 5.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thermal Oak Motel?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thermal Oak Motel on Jun 25, 2026 start from CA $96, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thermal Oak Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thermal Oak Motel.

Does Thermal Oak Motel offer free breakfast?

Thermal Oak Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thermal Oak Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Thermal Oak Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Thermal Oak Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thermal Oak Motel have a pool?

Thermal Oak Motel does not have a pool.

Does Thermal Oak Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thermal Oak Motel to downtown Rotorua?

Thermal Oak Motel is 0.7 mi away from Rotorua.

Thermal Oak Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 200 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shuangya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good and convenient place to stay, very near to centre
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms ok , good bed. One Bistro near bye , great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, good location, clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good in room amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice sized room and convenient location for exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities were comfortable and clean and staff were helpful, providing information and extra towels when requested.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Junita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service awesome stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay over there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very well presented accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff friendly and helpful. Room clean and very well presented
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ramachandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the places we planned to visit! Friendly staff, comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a very friendly staff Rooms are clean with good amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was so splendid and awesome. We really loved staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly owners. Although we were late for the check-in time they waited for us to make sure we were happy and settled. Room spotless and spacious. Plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff & cleanliness! Perfect location and room had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome motel in Rotorua with a friendly, warm welcome. Really good restaurant just next door as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JUDY

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

Wonderful stay

A lovely place to stay with all the great amenities! Staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

MARTHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice yard
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Otávio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, very clean and tidy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy , staff were super friendly, pool was fantastic, great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023