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    Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

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    77 Robinson Avenue | Holdens Bay, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
    011 64 7-343 5100
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    All reviews mokoia restaurant steam room miri miri superior suite hell's gate relaxing weekend mineral pool award winning new zealand lake rotorua our honeymoon view of the lake stayed two nights enjoyable stay great facilities stayed longer short drive
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
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    Shoddy rooms, safe did not work and staff provided service as if they were working for a person who was focused on money and not service. Would not recommend this to anyone. Save your money and get another hotel

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Over rated - miles from anywhere

    We paid extra for a room with lake view but was very disappinted. You have to stand outide on the balcony end and see the view down the side of the hotel. Also no power to the bathroom and kitchen power points and the bedside...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Mayos223

    Thank you WiaOra. Throughly enjoyed our mini break. Staff were so friendly and helpful. On arrival we were shown all around the complex which gave us our bearings. The room was very clean and was more than big enough for the two of us. We...More

    Thank Ray M
    Reviewed August 27, 2018 via mobile
    Awesome restaurant, disappointing accommodation

    We spent a night here for a special occasion. We received a warm welcome a s were taken to our room. Initial impressions were good but this was not to last. The way to the room was along cold corridors which were a bit shabby....More

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    Response from WaiOra_Manager, General Manager at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa ResortResponded September 2, 2018

    Dear exnorthern, Thank you for taking the time to review on us. First of all, I would sincerely like to apologize for any inconvenience occurred whilst your stay. We highly regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. Rest assured, I have shared your...More

    Reviewed August 18, 2018 via mobile
    Nice room

    Pretty good room. Full sized king bed. Great shower. Not much swimming in the winter as the heated pool looked a bit dirty. The staff was friendly, the restaurant service was excellent but high priced. Close to the lake.More

    Thank RFA2249
    Response from WaiOra_Manager, General Manager at Wai Ora Lakeside Spa ResortResponded August 19, 2018

    Dear RFA2249, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. First of all, please accept my sincere apologies in regards to the heated pool. I have taken the matter on board and will be investigating it further with the related team....More

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    Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort is situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Rotorua in quiet parklike surroundings only 3 mins from Rotorua Airport,and 10 mins to the famous geothermal attractions of Rotorua. …More This award winning resort hotel features luxurious accommodation with private balconies or courtyards with views to the lake; New Zealand's award winning fine dining Mokoia Restaurant specialising in indigenous herbs and spices which creates amazing taste sensations including a daily full vegetarian menu; superb personal service; relaxing Manary English lounge bar and the internationally acclaimed Wai Ora Day Spa featuring the World Luxury Spa Award winning "New Zealand Cultural Spa "regime based on the geothermal muds of Rotorua and wellness practices of the Maori. Rotorua's only World Luxury Spa Award winner. Enjoy the tranquility of the landscaped gardens and serene sounds of the meandering spring feed stream as you enjoy the hot and cold pools, steam room and sauna that make up the Wai Ora Spa Water Experience. The ideal Rotorua relaxation, spa, food taste sensations destination and accommodation base for all other Rotorua activities. Less
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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Pool
    Restaurant
    Room Service
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Bar/Lounge
    Beachfront
    Spa
    Air Conditioning
    Airport Transportation
    Banquet Room
    Breakfast Available
    Business Centre with Internet Access
    Concierge
    Conference Facilities
    Dry Cleaning
    Heated pool
    Hot Tub
    Laundry Service
    Meeting Rooms
    Multilingual Staff
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Outdoor pool
    Refrigerator in room
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Wheelchair Access
    Breakfast included
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
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    Number of rooms
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    Price range
    US$121 - US$317 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    New Zealand > North Island > Bay of Plenty Region > Rotorua District > Rotorua
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    Spa
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    Luxury
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    Romantic
    Room types
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    Number of rooms
    30
    Price range
    US$121 - US$317 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Wai Ora Lakeside Hotel
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    Wai Ora Lakeside Resort
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    New Zealand > North Island > Bay of Plenty Region > Rotorua District > Rotorua
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    Megan231
    May 29, 2016|
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    Response from WaiOra_Manager | Property representative |
    Hi Megan, Thank you for your inquiry. On Sunday- 5.06.16, we have only one availability at the moment at 9am in the morning for either 1 hour miri miri massage ($135) or 1/2 hour miri miri massage ($85). However, our all... More
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    February 18, 2015|
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    I don't know about the fishing. You can contact the resort. Yes, I was on an OAT trip. Fantastic!
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    "Ground floor near pool "
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    "Make sure you order a room on the top floor. "
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