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Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua

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Outdoor dining
Breathtaking sunrise across the lake
Entertainment = SkyTV , Netflix Open plan living with loads of space
Large dining area - seating for 12
Extra dining facilities included for 13 guests

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Ngongotaha, Rotorua
  • Place, Lake Rotorua
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mitai Maori Village
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Rotorua
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Studio self contained

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Studio

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite - Main Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua

Modern, clean and contemporary Lodge packed with facilities.

Situated a very short 8Km's from Rotorua CBD and far enough from the unpleasant sulphur smells and 1 Km away from Ngongotaha Shopping village.

Nestled into a quiet residential street the Lodge offers:-

6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with gas water heating and mains pressure.

Optional Self Contained Studio can be included.

A newly renovated separate studio is available at an additional charge.
Fully fenced with a studio layout , en-suite bathroom, Kitchenette with cooking facilities.
An ideal Couples or Grandparents Hideaway


The Lodge has the facilities you would expect to find in a property of this size and style.

Included at no additional charge-

Heating and cooling,

SkyTV with Sports and movies channels to help you keep up with your favourite shows while on holiday.

Kayaks for Adults and Weeniewaves for children and Life jackets in all sizes.

High Speed Fibre Wifi ,

BBQ Facilities,

Fully equipped kitchen with an additional Fridge/Freezer unit and extra furniture for larger groups for indoor seated dining.

A foozeball table,

2 Flat screen TV"s with Freeview,

Baby items, change table, Portacot, High Chairs included in your rental at no additional charge.

The lake is shallow and safe for swimming,

There is plenty of off street parking available and a lockable garage and a house alarm to keep your property secure.

This is a large spacious property far from the well trodden tourist path.

Private on-site parking - garage not included


Additional charges at the time of booking are:-
Linen hire and cleaning fee (compulsory)
Studio cleaning surcharge if included in your rental.
Special conditions:
This property is situated in a very quiet private location .
We have had issues with some groups disturbing the neighbours at night so we now ask that there is no outside activity after 10pm.
Any noise does travel a long way on the lake, we are happy for you to continue your activities indoors with ranch sliders closed. The neighbours do have the property managers phone number and will contact her if this is not adhered to. No parties or stag dos are allowed, if these occur you will be asked to leave with no refund given.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay); Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per person)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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 is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 131-152-531

About the area

Rotorua

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Ngongotaha, a neighbourhood in Rotorua. Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Polynesian Spa are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Agroventures and aMAZEme. Travelling with kids? Consider Velocity Valley, or check out an event or a game at Ogo. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Ngongotaha, Rotorua

What's nearby

  • Lake Rotorua - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mitai Maori Village - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildbean Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Stratosfare - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua?

As of 25 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua on 10 May 2026 start from NZ$500, 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 at Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waikuta Lakeside Lodge on Lake Rotorua located?

This family-friendly Rotorua holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Rotorua, Skyline Rotorua and Agroventures. AMAZEme and Velocity Valley are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean great location with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely place, so much room and well equipped with everything you would need. Kayaks were great fun to take out on the lake and within short drive of Rotorua town centre.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - well maintained and well stocked! Family of 9 had a wonderful time. Kayaks were fun and lay out of the house just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Beautiful spot and handy location - place is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property, highly recommend staying here, fantastic veiws big house. Ticked all our boxes. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

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

Lovely place all round

This is a beautiful property with everything you need to have a fantastic stay at the lakeside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

frank D.

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

Awesome holiday home

Very happy with our stay! Home was perfect for our large family group. We will recommend to others and hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne U.

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

A lovely place to stay

A fabulous place to holiday with three generations of family. It had everything that we needed. Comfortable beds and plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leticia S.

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

Lovely family house

Stayed here with family and had a great time. The place is lovely and peaceful. Close to various activities and attractions that Rotorua has to offer. I would definitely recommend the place to any big family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benny & Shirley V.

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

Family getaway

Great location and excellent house for a larger family. Loved the view and multiple bathroom areas. Very spacious and warm and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Thank you for being such wonderful guests. We would love to have you back at anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

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

Weekend stay

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

Peaceful stay with a view

The location is simply beautiful and the house matched it perfectly. Clean and well presented with clear instructions on how to operate appliances and household amenities.Would happily stay there again and again.Many thanks for our visit
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

The Perfect Spot

Great weekend at the perfect spot, had all of us checking our Lotto tickets hoping we had won so we could offer to buy the property. Facilities were well utilised, spa pool and kayaks and heaps of room for our very large family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone H.

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

Great facilities

This is great accommodation if you need a few queen beds and bathrooms. Right on the lake front , wish we had time to enjoy getting out on it. Fabulous views and very peaceful. The separate sleepout is awesome .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H.

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

Thanks

Great place, clean and roomy, great for a large group Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Amazing spot

Had a fantastic weekend away even with the horrible weather! Amazing place so much space. Was easy to get to and there was everything there you could ask for. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George and Val H.

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

Family Gathering

This property is great for a family reunion. Plenty of space to relax inside and outside. Plenty of dishes and glasses for everyone and more. Great location. Lovely views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Awhina R.

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

Early Easter Holiday

We loved everything about this property. We've stayed in a lot of holiday homes and this one was our favorite. Had everything you need and more highlight were the kayaks for the babies aged 4-8. Plenty of space for everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lana S.

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

Amazing place to stay

We had a wonderful time here... we had 13 stay over night and 21 visits thru out the day. The weather was wet and dreadful but the house was so warm.. the space was big enough for everyone to be happy and comfortable.. beautiful property great location.. the host was so helpfuland easy to talk to
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

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

Sensational stay!

This property is amazing!!! Location is wonderful and quiet. Lake front is spectacular! The house is equipped really well for large groups, really clean, cosy and all facilities were great. Use of the kayaks was an added bonus! Plenty of space for larger groups to have different zones to peel off to. The back deck was a highlight!! Fantastic view, lots of seating, BBQ was immaculate! We could not have been happier with our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

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

Nice spot on the lake

Plenty of space, comfortable beds. Unfortunately due to the rain we didn’t get to use a lot of the facilities like kayaks or spa. The kitchen area smelt a little damp but that was probably the endless rain. Great living and outdoor area with views of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Tarawera Ultra Trail Accommodation

Waikuta Lakeside Lodge was perfect for our large group of 12 people attending the Tarawera Ultra Trail event. The 6 bedroom and 4 bathrooms suited us just right. The large kitchen and a dining table big enough for us all to sit at and share stories after the race was just great. The outdoor spa went down a treat after the run as well. I would highly recommend the lakeside lodge for your next big group getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Location location location (and more)

Several friends and I thoroughly enjoyed this property, especially for its location right on the lake and central point for numerous other activities. Having the separate guesthouse was perfect given the size of our group. We would have enjoyed the deck and kayaks a bit more if it hadn't been for Cyclone Gabrielle passing through and dumping lots of rain and big gusts of wind on us!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Peaceful place to land

Our group stayed here on our first nights in-country, and had various flight delays and other challenges. Nicky was very communicative and helpful as our arrival times changed more than once. The lakefront was a lovely calm quiet place to recover, watching the birds and sunset. The village of Ngongotaha itself, and the north side of the lake, are also calmer alternatives when Rotorua is a bit tourist-hectic. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicky Acton-Adams

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I'm easy going, laid back and friendly. I was brought up in this house as my parents are the owners. I'm based 40 minutes away in Tauranga with my husband and 2 kids. However I am frequently in Rotorua as my parents still live there.

Please be assured that if you need anything while at the property someone is always around to help out.

Why they chose this property

The lodge is extremely family friendly. With the lake right on your doorstep. The lake is shallow near the shore making it ideal for families. There are plenty of kayaks on site as well for everyone to use.

What makes this property unique

The Waikuta Lakeside lodge is situated right on the lake front with panoramic views to Mokoia Island in a quiet and secluded location.

Languages:

English

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