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VR Rotorua Lake Resort

4.5 star property
Luxurious boutique hotel with outdoor pool

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Double Room
Property grounds
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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366 State Highway 33, Mourea, 3074
  • Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Polynesian Spa
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Skyline Rotorua
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Garden View

Twin Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room, Lake View

King Room, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Lake View

Twin Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite with Spa

Executive Suite with Spa

  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mourea

Close to airport.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Rotoiti and Lake Rotorua. Also, Okere Falls Scenic Reserve is within 3 miles (5 km) and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 23 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Okere Falls Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬8 min drive
  • Te Arawa Fresh Seafood
  • ‪Pikiao Rugby League Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

VR Rotorua Lake Resort

Luxurious boutique hotel with outdoor pool
VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers its guests a marina, 2 hot tubs, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 3229 square feet (300 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury VR Rotorua Lake Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Mourea hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
VR Rotorua Lake Resort offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Mourea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 25 for adults and NZD 12.5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Amora Lake
Amora Lake Okawa Bay
Amora Lake Okawa Bay Mourea
Amora Lake Resort
Amora Lake Resort Okawa
Amora Lake Resort Okawa Bay Mourea
Amora Resort Okawa Bay
Lake Amora
Okawa Bay Lake Resort
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
VR Resort
VR Rotorua Lake
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Hotel
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Mourea
VR Rotorua Lake Resort Hotel Mourea

VR Rotorua Lake Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Heena

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice view... hotel needs a lot of tlc

Great views of the lake but the hotel is tired... needs a refresh paint, room facilities... bathroom .... had a shower and there was water all over the bath room floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Morris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
liked the surreounding, location and history. Dinner and Breakfast were very average
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rovlin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Work on cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yue

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved watching movies from the bath. Loved the view of the lake from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngahiri James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just such a awesome stay the pleace is BEAUTIFUL
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is looking very tired with marked, damaged and damp walls. The windows also have parts falling off of them. The beds were clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly enough. We also had a couple issues regarding breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

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

10/10 Excellent

Chee Leong

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful experience with an excellent lake view. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for some time to relax and reset. Good service and great quality food. Very calm environment with many activities on site. Me and my partner enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic service and very friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Johan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view & quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

richard

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property in desperate need of upgrading. Walls are paper thin we can hear whatever everyone else was doing. Random opening where the toilet was into the main bedroom so you could hear what everyone was doing on the toilet. Furniture dated and marked. carpet, kettle and chairs had paint splatters Had to ring for service at check-in and check out. Breakfast was okay, although the beverages was not really at hotel standard and was tepid. Overall, bedding clean and comfy, staff friendly hard to see how this is a 4 star resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was tired. Location & surroundings were beautiful. Didn’t have many staff around. Nobody to check us in. Asked to wait in the bar…. No staff & coffee machine broken. Asked to wait to be seated at breakfast but again no staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Gorgeous location on the shore of Lake Rotoiti. Perfect for catching the afternoon boat to the Manupirua Hot Pools. There's nothing wrong with hotel that wouldnt be solved with better and more meaningful cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
special location - and great staff. Excellent having bar and restaurant on site. great rooms and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and location was very good. But room we stayed was attached to stairs to the restaurant... whenever people walked u
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

Clean, comfortable, nice location, a little tired

Decent sized room with a comfortable king size bed, one easy chair, one office type swivel chair and a couple of dining chairs and a small table. Our second floor room looked out onto Lake Rotoiti - very nice view (Lake Rotorua is in the opposite direction and can't be seen from the hotel). Strange folding wooden shutters between the room and en suite bathroom (with separate shower cubicle) - would let in natural light I suppose? Fridge, desk, small wardrobe containing iron and board. Some of the fittings are a bit worn and tarnished, giving the room a well used feel - but it was clean and everything worked. Friendly staff. Parking on site. No lift - but the receptionist offered to help carry luggage. Good breakfast available: fruit, cereal, yoghurt cheese, cold meats, croissants juice, plus scrambled eggs, baked beans, mushrooms, hash browns and bacon (potato wedges one morning). Toast, butter and spreads. Only disappointment was the water in the flask for tea wasn't hot - we had tea in our room. At times the breakfast area had food dropped by guests on the chairs and carpet. We dined in the restaurant one evening - nice meal. The hotel is an easy 20-30 minute drive to the centre of Rotorua (you definitely need your own transport) but only 5 minutes from Okere and Tutela falls. We had a comfortable stay and the buffet breakfast was a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ywain

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A shame that a beautiful place has neglected cleanliness and maintenance with current management. Could be so much better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solomon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

SHANE A ROBERTS SUPERIOR

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is quite tired, staff friendly, phone in room was not working correctly. On checkout at 7.00am no one on Reception able to use computer to charge for Room service the night before. Rooms very well appointed and comfortable just showing their age, staff friendliness made up for a lot of the short comings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025