AWA Hotel

4.0 star property
Hot springs Rotorua hotel connected to a shopping centre, a quick walk to Skyline Rotorua

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Exterior
Restaurant
Billiards

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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2 Kawaha Point Rd, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3015
  • Skyline Rotorua
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mitai Maori Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Polynesian Spa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Grand Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Twin Room (1 Double Bed + 1 Single Bed)

  • Sleeps 3

Grand Triple (3 Double Beds)

  • Sleeps 6

Triple Room (1 Double Bed + 2 Single Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

Luxury Triple (3 Double Beds + 1 Sofa/Sofa Bed + Accessible Capacity)

  • Sleeps 7

Deluxe Triple Room (2 Double Beds + 1 Single Bed)

  • Sleeps 5

Superior Triple Room (3 Double Beds + 1 Sofa/Bed)

  • Sleeps 7

Deluxe Twin (2 Double Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Double Room (1 Double Bed And 1 Double Sofa/Bed)

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Double (1 Double Bed)

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Skyline View (2 Double Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Rotorua

You'll be connected to a shopping centre at AWA Hotel, and within just a 10-minute stroll of Skyline Rotorua and Mitai Maori Village. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has a garden, express check-in and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Fairy Springs hotel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Lake Rotorua and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Eat Street.

What's nearby

  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eat Street - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gold Star Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Stratosfare - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

About this property

AWA Hotel

Hot springs Rotorua hotel connected to a shopping centre, a quick walk to Skyline Rotorua
Some rates at AWA Hotel are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. AWA Hotel also features a garden, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Rotorua hotel.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
AWA Hotel offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 23 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • First-run films
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between midnight and 7:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 50.0 per day.

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: from approximately NZD 23 for adults and from NZD 20 for children
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between midnight and 7:00 AM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day

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, debit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

AWA Hotel Hotel
AWA Hotel Rotorua
AWA Hotel Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AWA Hotel?

AWA Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at AWA Hotel?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AWA Hotel on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$126.87, including 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.

Is parking available at AWA Hotel?

Yep, AWA Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes AWA Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at AWA Hotel.

Does AWA Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AWA Hotel?

No, AWA Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at AWA Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at AWA Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at AWA Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

AWA Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 268 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here as it suited my solo travelling needs! Will def visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Entrance to Rotorua very good value for money.from north great unit clean and large comfortable bed fridge and kettle bench/bar to eat. Welcoming staff. Great local takeaway 5 minutes walk. Parking easy and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, good unit. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natesha

Travelled with family and small children
Staff amazing beds comfortable great with me my husband and 4 kids breakfast was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
I wouldnt stay again. Water pressure and warmth was minimal. I could hear ppl arguing with each other thru the drains The walls were paper thin, yes a rugby team was there but they wernt overally noisy but the poor insulation made everything so loud The beds were clean. However i requested a bed make as i was there 3 days and not once did they do it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms weren’t available at time of arrival, but they gave us alternative room which was okay, but two double beds weren’t suitable for 3 adults.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
4 Star I wanted food but nah they didn't have what I wanted so told me to go walk 300m to get a meal Accommodation is awesome the lady at reception was very accomodating and hospitable so overall it was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiu Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing shower, large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Amazing

I’ve stayed here before and it’s super clean, nice and modern. Very good bang for your buck. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paepae

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

10/10 Excellent

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Road noise was a nuisance, fan or A/C was not very affective. Rooms were neat and clean. Shower was large, which is amazing. Staff accent was an issue and lack of communication. Had to rephrase questions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Anand

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We came in as a family with a 7 month old child. Upon checking in at 7 pm, we were informed the room is not ready and that it maybe ready by 9 pm at the earliest.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khriz Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaylene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Don’t expect the welcoming committee! Staff need to work on their PR skills. However the room was clean, bed comfy, hot shower and great for a budget stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Baljit Singh, Hamilton

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barb, Saint Clements

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worked well for our travels in your country
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, nice and clean hotel. Definitely will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

HONGHONG

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sanjana, Auckland

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are not what it seems online.. the room are really tinny
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
The room was very basic as expected. Bed was not comfortable, quite hard. Staff at reception polite but reserved, seemed to favour asian customers and languages. Good location for our needs. Adequate for our one night stopover
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay quiet nice clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025