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Lakeside apartment close to city

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A deck with outdoor furniture, a dog, and a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a glass table and yellow chairs. A pug dog is visible in the foreground.
A white wooden fence with a decorative post featuring a carved face.
A neatly made bed with a patterned pillow, a bedside lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A bakery display case with various baked goods and salads.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Rotorua
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Ohinemutu, Bay Of Plenty
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuirau Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Eat Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Lake view Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lakeside apartment close to city

Compact recently renovated unit ( 2018) straight over the road from lake reserve with beautiful views of the lake and the historic village of Ohinemutu. The apartment has everything you might need as a business person or vacationer within easy walking distance to the city centre ( 10-15 minute walk) . The village of Ohinemutu has many attractions including thermal pools, Maori meeting houses, historic church, lovely cafe and bakery all within a 5 minute walk from apartment .
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please smoke on deck

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9422070
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rotorua

Located on a lake, this apartment is in Ohinemutu, a neighbourhood in Rotorua. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, while Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium.
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Map
Ohinemutu, Bay Of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Faith's Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kuirau Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eat Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Mexican Zapata - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Early Bird Coffee - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside apartment close to city pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside apartment close to city?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside apartment close to city?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside apartment close to city?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside apartment close to city located?

Located in Ohinemutu, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Rotorua, St. Faith's Anglican Church and Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House. Kuirau Park and Rotorua Hospital are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly host in a great location in Rotorua, in thermal area near the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was wonderful and the apartment’s location is absolutely perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly and welcoming. The location was excellent, historic area of Rotorua that was fascinating. Great views of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very pleasant and attended to our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing. Everything was just perfect. Best night sleep in New Zealand. Super friendly and located close enough to walk to everything you need. Also the birds are one of the best parts for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely neighbourhood, great host

The long-standing and very-much-continuing Maori presence around the geothermal area here is magical, and this upstairs cottage rental unit is part of it. The host, Paora was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Well positioned, charming apartment

We had three adults and were very comfortable. Short walk to main shopping area. Quiet location at night. Sliding door was a little temperamental and sides steps posed a challenge with large baggage but otherwise a lovely apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rotorua stay

Nice place wish you could lick the door. Slider lock did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Good location dont be fooled by the bakery photo it is a bit of a walk up hill. The veiw was great loved being so close to the hit and boiling natural springs.Place really needs an update. I dont know if the host is worried about people stealing things but for the price we were paying i expect better pans dishes ect. Btw using cheap soap and paper product has people using more no real savings.I did enjoy my bed comphy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
My apartment has one of the best views in Rotorua & I aim to provide the most cost effective accommodation that I can , having said that I never scrimp & save on the facilities that I offer guests . For people’s information the bakery is literally a 5 minute walk away , yes for two minutes of that work it is up hill .
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Nice and quiet, with great outlook. Good cafe and bakery nearby on Lake Road. Steep stairs up on the outside are a bit daunting for older folk, so this property unsuitable if you have mobility issues. Also the loose post at the top is a danger and must be fixed ASAP.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very convenient

Everything was easy and no hassle. Enjoyed the location and view..
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

sunny w lake vies

Fantastic location, sunny spot. Great views of the lake and close to everything. Warm and cosy w all the amenities needed for a great weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

A great location and friendly host. Would recommend. Thanks Paora.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Beautifully sited with views to Lake and Ohinemutu near by. Only 1 km from CBD.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

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