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Find Out MoreYou can enjoy great wallet-saving discounts with our VIK (Very Important Kids) Programme, exclusive to our Holiday Inn family guests. Save up to $300 per child at Rotorua’s best family-friendly attractions.
Find Out MoreDiscover the Joy of Travel at Holiday Inn in a weekend retreat to Rotorua — but not just any retreat, a full-on deluxe escape!
Find Out MoreKia Ora, Welcome to Holiday Inn Rotorua
Top Reasons to choose Holiday Inn Rotorua
- 203 Hotel Accommodation Rooms
- Complimentary Wi-Fi for multiple devices
- Free Hotel Parking
- IHG® Rewards Club
- Hotel Gym
- Kids Stay & Eat Free*
- 10min to Rotorua’s Mountain Biking Trails
- Daily Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off Service
- Rotorua Hotel Tour Desk
- Mountain Bike & Equipment Storage
The Joy Of Travel Starts Here!
We are a global hotel brand, with a promise to deliver enjoyable travel to all. At Holiday Inn Rotorua we understand the needs of the contemporary traveller, the busy lifestyle and the connection with your family as the main priority. From the moment you arrive, you will experience the warmth of our service, delivering joyful and real happy moments to our hotel guests.
We Are The Perfect Base For Your Next Holiday
Located on the edge of the incredible Redwood Forest and uniquely overlooking the famous Whakarewarewa Geothermal Reserve, Holiday Inn Rotorua hotel is the perfect base to truly explore this beautiful part of the North Island.
You can also book any future travel with confidence, as we offer flexibility if plans change.
We have 203 rooms with comfy beds, a pillow menu and everything you’ll need to make you feel at home and have a great night sleep. But that’s not all…with purpose-built mountain bike and adventure equipment washing facilities, and a year-round geothermally heated swimming pool plus two spas, both families and thrill seekers will feel relaxed and welcomed at this family-friendly Rotorua hotel.
Holiday Inn Rotorua is a 100% NZ owned hotel and committed to Rotorua’s community and sustainable environment.
The Best Family-friendly Hotel in Rotorua
Following our family-friendly heritage, which dates back to 1952, we understand the importance of a family vacation and keeping the younger ones entertained. We have a range of great family-friendly facilities, including our Kids Stay & Eat Free policy. Enjoy lots of great savings at Rotorua’s top family-friendly attractions, with our VIK (Very Important Kids) programme.
We Are In The Business Of Happiness
Whether you are planning a small event, or a conference of up to 600 guests, we have state of the art conferencing facilities and a team of professional Conference & Events organisers to help you plan and organise everything for that special occasion in Rotorua. As we are in the business of happiness, we understand that every event is different and that is why we have 7 flexible meeting venues, perfect for business workshops, large conferences, or Christmas functions. We also have a separate Bar and Restaurant to enjoy a social wind down and drinks with your colleagues.
Get The Best Price When You BOOK DIRECT!
Don’t forget to book directly on our website for the best price guaranteed, along with many other benefits such as loyalty points for members (sign-up is free), complimentary Wi-Fi and an all-encompassing service experience with no middlemen. We are proud to be a part of IHG’s 5,000 global hotels, bringing our international standards to Rotorua, with a little kiwi flavour.
Awesome Rotorua
I have stayed here many times before, so it was no heavy decision to stay again. The staff are amazing. Kids enjoyed the pool and spas. Chapman’s restaurant is always a go to for me. Definitely somewhere suitable to take kids. Written by rangogirl Click here for full review and more info
Read MorePleasantly surprised
We loved our time at Holiday Inn Rotorua !! I booked based on good reviews but then just before arriving had read some scathing reviews based on it being busy during the school holidays. I’m glad to say I was pleasantly surprised. The room was spotless & probably the cleanest room I have ever encountered… Read more »
Read MoreAwesome Rotorua
I have stayed here many times before, so it was no heavy decision to stay again. The staff are amazing. Kids enjoyed the pool and spas. Chapman’s restaurant is always a go to for me. Definitely somewhere suitable to take kids.
Written by rangogirl
Pleasantly surprised
We loved our time at Holiday Inn Rotorua !! I booked based on good reviews but then just before arriving had read some scathing reviews based on it being busy during the school holidays. I’m glad to say I was pleasantly surprised. The room was spotless & probably the cleanest room I have ever encountered in a hotel especially considering it is an older hotel. Both the buffet dinner & breakfast we had were good value with a lot of variety for adults & children. The heated pool was a stand out, as were the 2 hot tubs ! Even though the place was busy there was plenty of room & fresh towels. All in all a great place for families with children.
Written by Megz39
Mountain Biking in Rotorua
Find Out MoreWith it’s close proximity to the Redwoods forest, Holiday Inn Rotorua is the perfect base for mountain biking.
Find Out MoreFamilies in Rotorua
Find Out MoreFamilies can’t get enough of our amazing buffet, geothermally heated pool and exclusive savings on local Rotorua attractions with the VIK Kids programme.
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Our Hotel Rooms
Holiday Inn Rotorua hotel offers the perfect mix of comfort and modern style. Experience the Holiday Inn hallmarks including pillow choice and mattress toppers for a great night’s sleep.
All our spacious and newly appointed rooms are home to modern features and amenities including
- Unlimited Wifi Access **
- Various Room configurations: King Bed, Two Queens Beds, Two Double Beds, Two Single Beds and Queen plus Single Bed.
- Sky Sports, Sky Movies and Children’s Channels
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible Rooms Available
Meetings and Events
We offer flexible and varied spaces to hold meetings, conferences and special occasions for between 2 – 600 people. Set amongst beautiful natural scenery and located next to the Wharakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Holiday Inn Rotorua hotel is the ideal choice for a meeting, conference or event. Far enough away from town to enjoy peace and quiet, yet close enough to town to enjoy its varied entertainment options and right in the heart of the thermal wonderland.
Holiday Inn Rotorua hotel has six newly refurbished meeting rooms available to make your own. From private meetings to full company conferences, we can host you and your guests in true style.
Your Perfect Base in Rotorua
With secure equipment storage, adventure equipment washing facilities and an outdoor pool that is geothermally heated all year round, both families and thrill seekers will feel relaxed and welcomed at Holiday Inn Rotorua hotel. Share memories in our lounge bar before enjoying a delicious buffet or a la carte meal in the famous Chapman’s Restaurant. And the best part… Kids Stay & Eat Free!
Whatever activity you have planned, our local knowledge and tips will ensure you make the most of your visit. Alternatively check out our latest blogs about what’s on in Rotorua.