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VR Rotorua Lake Resort

4.5 star property

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Lake
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $61
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9

Explore the area

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366 State Highway 33, Mourea, 3074
  • Place, Lake Rotoiti
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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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)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive Suite with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite with Spa | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Suite with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Twin Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

King Room with Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

VR Rotorua Lake Resort

4.5-star Mourea hotel with marina
This smoke-free hotel features a marina, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
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, 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.

An outdoor tennis court and a marina are featured at the hotel. 2 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

VR Rotorua Lake Resort features a marina, 2 hot tubs, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 3229 square feet (300 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

VR Rotorua Lake Resort is a smoke-free property.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.
The Grill - This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare.
The Bar - Onsite bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Grill

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

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,229 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision

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. 426 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While noone was on the front desk or picking up the after hours phone.....the staff in the restaurant checked me in and the stay was just what I needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vijayaragavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karina

Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely nostalgic hotel. Reminded me of years past. Loved it, however, rooms could use updating. Lovely staff. We really enjoyed it and the price was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a really lovely spacious room that was more of a suite really. The staff throughout were lovely and the breakfast was delicious and we ate in the restaurant which again didn’t disappoint and was incredibly good value. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room has been very neglected. Front desk staff was helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zvonko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stuff. Very good room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

PJ

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved the setting, beautiful view of the lake, very calm and peaceful. The hotel facilities and room are definitely a bit run down and in need of maintenance, dinner in the restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent location by the lake but nothing good other than that… Extremely dated facilities and the unforgettable low quality breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Wonderful quiet room. A great nights sleep. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room is amazing! It’s super nice to walk around and very quiet and peaceful. The room is spacious and the location is easy to find. There are free parking slots. The staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sabreena

Maybe the decking can be cleaner cause it’s part of a lake view for room. Also have robes especially with Pool and Spa pool at hotel will be handy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean,pool erea needs some TLC,staff were good,wouldnt say outstanding helpful, some times hard to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, stunning accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jarrad

Liked: Cleanliness
Old fashioned needs an upgrade and the shower temperature was all over the show
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our stay- thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin Dyer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly helpful staff and good dining room food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly service. The rooms look amazing. The lake side view was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old lake-side resort kept in excellent condition. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High reviews on the cleanliness of the room, facilities also the friendly and efficient staff. Will recommend to all my family and friends
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kushal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fletcher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Bit tight for dining numbers so book ahead for your dinner reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Navneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025