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Rob Roy Motel

3.5 of 5
291 Fenton Street | Rotorua Central, Rotorua, New Zealand
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Auckland, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I stayed here for a couple of nights with a group of 6. It was a little dated but it was a great place to stay. Not far from supermarkets, restaurants and shops just a short drive away. We wanted an affordable place for us all to stay together with hot mineral pool after a cycle event and our own... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

What a dump! It felt like we were taking a step back in time. I did not find the owners friendly at all...wondering if previous posts were written by them???!!!....they were kind of buffoonish really and wouldn't stop talking.....shut up already!....room was filthy and service was non-existent. Consider yourself warned: do NOT stay at this hotel!...pay a couple of extra... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Very welcoming and standard of service is excellent. We had a pleasant, quiet and comfortable stay at this motel. I note comments other reviewers have made about tired furnishings and a need for refurbishment. There is some truth in this, but our room was still pleasant, private and quiet, with good window ventilation. We were after budget accommodation and had... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

We stayed here one night while visiting the area, I admit to being a bit apprehensive as the reception area did not look to welcoming, however the owner Pam was very helpful and friendly. The motel although older in style and a bit tired had everything needed, complimentary carton milk, hairdryer, fridge, private sulphur pools which we made use of... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Deposist paid & payment balance required on arrival, Skinny carparks, noisy music to early hours of morning from bistro bar next door, unit badly in need of makeover, no air conditioning or fans, intimidating notices on wall threatening customer surcharges. one night in a place like this is plenty.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

Stayed in the 3 bedroom house available at this motel. A very tired complex in need of lots of decorating. Those managing the complex were courteous, pleasant and helpful as were the cleaning staff. The unit was quiet and comfortable and close to attractions. Would book the 3 bedroom again as it suited the requirements of our group. Two bathrooms... More

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Auckland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

We booked this motel via an online booking site. We have a large group so the options are limited. The pricing was really fantastic so expect normal motel quality. The unit is generally clean, everything inside are usable, and I would say all things are barely meeting standard. You will find the units are not very well maintained, there are... More

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Cowdenbeath
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

We booked this place through a normally reliable website and because it was the only place left that could cater for 3 persons. We were met by the female owner who was very chatty especially with us being Scottish and showed us to an outside unit. Whilst walking through the motel to our unit we managed to look into an... More

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Auckland
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

Our second time in the last 12 months at this venerable motel. Made warm and welcoming by it's owners this motel is a quiet, respectable, well established motel, within walking distance of any and all of Rotorua's shops and central visitor attractions. Notably the Horse racing track simply across the road. Priced to please considering it's closeness to the city,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2012

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Rob Roy Motel. The owners are very friendly and will do everything possible to make sure you have everything you need. They will book up trips for you as well. The whole place was clean, tidy and quiet. Everything you need for cooking is there plus complimentary tea/coffee/etc. You can even take... More

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Address: 291 Fenton Street | Rotorua Central, Rotorua, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Rotorua District > Rotorua
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #40 of 52 Speciality lodging in Rotorua
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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