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Lake front luxury at your door step

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A beachfront property with a well-maintained garden, palm trees, and a house with a large window overlooking the sea.
A stack of books on a wooden shelf.
A nighttime outdoor scene with trees and a pathway.
A nighttime outdoor area with a palm tree, a well-lit building, and a staircase leading to the building.
A view of a lake with a distant mountain and a bench by the water's edge.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Rotorua
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ngongotaha, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Sweet Unit

1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Sweet Unit

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake front luxury at your door step

Welcome to Ariki Lodge. Luxury lake edge accommodation in a tranquil, garden setting where you can relax in comfort and style. Eight Kilometers from the center of Rotorua and situated a few meters from the Ngongotaha trout fishing stream, a short stroll along the beach takes the visitor to the Waiteti trout stream and famous fly fishing spots. Ariki Lodge is ideal for individuals or small groups who want lakeside retreat but also desire close proximity to the city...

The lodge is close to the major tourist attractions of the area:
TROUT FISHING, AGRODOME, MAORI CULTURAL PERFORMANCES, RAINBOW SPRINGS, THERMAL AREAS, LAKE CRUISES, SCENIC FLIGHTS, MAORI ARTS and CRAFTS, RESTAURANTS, 3D Trick Art Gallery, Rotorua Heritage Farm and many more.
For the golfer, Rotorua's 7 Golf courses are only a short drive away. We can help you arrange your time to experience Rotorua's numerous sights and attractions.

For the adventurous: White water rafting, tandem sky diving, gondola and luge, four wheel drive tours and horse trekking .
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No inside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7809725ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Ngongotaha, a neighborhood in Rotorua, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Agroventures and aMAZEme are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ogo or Racing Rotorua. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Ngongotaha, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 21 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wildbean Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Stratosfare - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake front luxury at your door step pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake front luxury at your door step ?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake front luxury at your door step on Oct 7, 2026 start from $145, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake front luxury at your door step ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake front luxury at your door step ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake front luxury at your door step located?

Located in Ngongotaha, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Rotorua, Agroventures, and Agrodome. AMAZEme and Velocity Valley are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Spacious unit right on the lake. Peaceful and convenient for us as attractions and the main part of town was a short drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamayn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Good place

Good place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Home away from home

We had a lovely relaxing stay, the property is in a quiet no exit street. The house is very roomy and clean with everything you need. The beds were comfortable l slept well. Of course the view was amazing. We would happily go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
thanks for coming, would like to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was a very nice place for a getaway!

Could have been a little bit cleaner, few hairs in bath and on floor. Great access to lake. Just could use some nicer pillows on bed. Thank you for the easy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard Wolmarans W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend

Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic water front location

Lovely spacious one bedroom property. Just be aware that the cooking facilities are a bit limited.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Thanks for your advice and as security reasons, we cannot put an oven here. but we will consider if upgrade the cooking equipments, thanks again your staying Regards fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely property with stunning views. Has everything needed for a weekend away. Water pressure is a little low. but beds are comfortable and the kitchenette has everything needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nerida A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We loved this place. It was very clean and tidy. Nice to have the heatpump and dehumidifier as we were nice and cosy. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Laura M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location the property needs work

No water pressure at all with hot or cold water. The toilet worked occasionally The BBQ was quite unsafe, it wouldn’t light with ignition switch & three burners shot out gas rather than lighting. Other cooking options were a plug in hot plate or electric fry pan, which surprised me some what. We couldn’t get the TV to work at all, but someone did come an fix that the following day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value for money

The photos don't do it justice! Very peaceful, beautiful spot on the lake with swans trundling along the bank. Great for a weekend getaway. The studio is very spacious. There is a hotplate and electric frypan available and if you ask in advance, a BBQ can be provided as well. The only thing to mention was a few little cleanliness issues in regards to washing machine and microwave. Other than that I would love to return- fabulous spot!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location, facilities were good, loved the view of the lake and appreciated the communication from the owner on the check in process.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haare K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay 😍

Fanatic stay and a wonderful way to bring in the new year. Loved the place so quiet and so refreshing, definitely will be back again. Thank you for allowing a beautiful space for me and my whanau
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verity H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a romantic getaway

What an amazing wee place! We had the best time here, it was just gorgeous and peaceful. Just loved waking up to the beautiful view over the lake. The photos don't do it justice, we will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Great location away from the town centre, and close to Ngongotaha village. Very quiet and peaceful. Lodge had everything we needed. Shower/ spa bath is awkward for elderly people to get in and out of (just to be aware). Beautiful sunrises and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stuff: Beautiful view of the lake, semi private location, good facilities, Wi-Fi, AC unit, well-priced, and close to shops. Good communication and support from owners. Not so good stuff: TV but no service / Sky, hot plate rather than a stove, large bathroom but tiles were cold underfoot & shower pressure could have been better. Also, access to basic cleaning products and a vacuum would have been handy as we stayed for a whole week. But we adapted and overall, we were happy with the property and appreciated the opportunity to stay there, thanks 🙏
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasing

This lodge is very spacious and is exactly what it looks like as advertised. Our overall stay was very pleasing however the only down side was that we could not find the remote for the heat pump which lead to a couple of cold nights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barbara P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Lively location but needed some tlc

Great stay, great location just needs a little better presentation
Verified

4/10 Poor

Frances S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Front door was very hard to open, single bed was like a rock to sleep on. Food left in fridge.toilet

Some dodgy things happened. Chain came off in toilet and the water kept running. This had to be fixed by us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Thanks for letting us know this accident , we will take care this part and improve it.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anita T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

fair

The property is close to the lake so it gets humid, the house has lot of bushes and there are a lot of bugs because of the vegetation. we could not keep the windows open, it was hot and humid, only one fan and it was not enough for the two rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Would happy to see you again after we have improved this part. Thanks for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot for affordable price!

The location and view was amazing, we very much enjoyed our stay. Check in was easy, various appliances to use, fast wifi and very roomy. The place is very cosy, great for a family holiday! 5-10 minute drive from central Rotorua and is situated right on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
All good....happy to have them here...thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aoife K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Air con

We had a lovely stay, all I could say is at this time of the year the air con should be able to be used by guests. Thanks
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
the air condition only use for heating air not work in summer at moment, therefore, we bought another fan there now, wish it will be help. thanks to let us know!!

About the host

Hosted by Fiona & Paul

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Why they chose this property

Rotorua is a tourist destination. Apart from having natural hot springs everywhere, it is a great town that represents the rich flavor of NZ Maori culture.
Ariki Lodge is a good size house... it's awesome for family and friends to get together you can walk out the back door and go trout fishing or a quiet walk also able to cater for small groups of on work functions or business trips
You could have your wedding here right on the side of Lake Rotorua ... each room has an en-suite ... enough space for all your guests on the rear lawn area in this beautiful lakeside house

What makes this property unique

The house is very picturesque and the views are fantastic straight out the large rear windows with a spacious and peaceful yard
The property is located 10 minutes from Rotorua and accessible to all the local restaurants Agrodome Skyline Redwood forest Polyneasia spa pools and many other visitor attractions

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