Welcome to our cozy home - skyline Mountain View lodge which is located in the Ngongotaha hillside of Rotorua, an English Tudor-style building with endless mountain views and the city of Rotorua at your fingertips, we have four lovely alpacas and 10 sheep, and a laid-back life in the rolling meadows with typical New Zealand landscapes. The interior combines classical and contemporary style with a spacious living room, dining room and kitchen, tidy bathroom and cozy 7 bedrooms.
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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 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
About the area
Rotorua
Located in Western Heights, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, this holiday home is in the mountains. Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre and Mitai Maori Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include DriftKartz and Skyline Rotorua. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rotorua International Stadium or Ogo.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
River’s Catch - 6 min drive
Columbus Coffee - 9 min drive
Wildbean Cafe - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Royal Indian Restaurant Tandoori Cuisine - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people on 10 May 2026 start from NZ$567, 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 Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Skyline Mountain View Lodge up to 16 people located?
Located in Western Heights, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of DriftKartz, Mount Ngongotaha and Skyline Rotorua. Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre and Volcanic Hills Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
7.0
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Ask questions about the amenities and condition of the property! The good--the location is peaceful and beautiful. The host communication was generally good and helpful. That said, we booked this place despite its cost and distance from town centre for three reasons: lots of bedrooms for our party of 9, alpacas, and the pool room. There are loads of bedrooms and bathrooms but not enough hot water for 9 people much less the up to 16 they allow. And there are no alpacas and the pool room is undergoing maintenance. Both are still being advertised as of the writing of this review. In addition there was a major ant infestation even before we prepared any food (so not due to any messiness on our part) and daddy long leg spiders all throughout the house. The house needs a good professional cleaning and many repairs. I have requested a partial refund because of the missing amenities that we chose the house for and was told the host would discuss it with the owner. I have heard nothing since then. Overall very disappointing.
Melanie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
JESSICA
5 January 2026
We were disappointed to find the pool room was under maintenance so we could not use it, looking at other reviews seems like this has been the case for some time so not sure why it’s still advertised with it. Also advertised 7 rooms however we only had access to 6, all other doors and assuming 7th room was locked, so again not what we paid for. Place was quite dusty and smelt humid, did not seem as clean close up as it seems in photos. Overall we were quite disappointed. Hoping this review provides insight to improve expectations for the next guests.
Lisa(Host) was awesome to deal with. Loved the place this main house was located at. Beautiful garden and it’s surrounding. We enjoyed our stay very much and will come back to stay her if we are ever in Rotorua. But, the smell inside the house needs a refresher or odour clean. It’s definitely needs some maintenance as there are some things that’s broken (pool table room), some rooms need a change in carpet or upgrade
Rajmita C.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Dhruv P.
3 January 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautifully Location, Large Area but Old, Broken & Badly maintained
Last minute booking, I saw mixed reviews & emailed the host for phone chat, but he suggested messaging, which felt like it would take too long. With limited options, we just hoped for the best.Before our trip, I got a msg from the host about house rules treating me like a teenager. The tone felt off for a family holiday. Upon noticing the booking is not accurate, I told Bachcare & host to clarify. Host claimed it wasn’t an error, implying we’d deliberately not booked for kids. I simply didn't argue & requested the extra amount. Before processing payment, I received multiple reminders as if I were going to skip out on it.Issues-Empty bottles found under the bed-Insects & spider webs around the house-Strong smell of Asian cooking lingered-Personal belongings from previous guests-Sharp, chipped glass-edged table that could easily hurt a child-No bathmats-Old ceramic heater couldn’t be used after Nov, the house gets cold in night, especially with two sick infants. Despite asking, the host showed no empathy toward the concern-Couch was broken and ignored- Pool room non-operational, unlike shown in the pictures—a clear misrepresentation-Upstairs bathroom drain clogged, and despite informing the host, it wasn’t fixedThe host was proactive, but lacked empathy. While the house is large and spacious, I would caution others not to expect the Kiwi hospitality, especially at this high price. If you're not too picky, you might still have a good time. Paid 4k for 3 Nights