Search Motels in Lake Tarawera

If you’re having trouble locating a motel in Lake Tarawera, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 34 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

When you stay at a motel, you’ll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Here are some of Expedia customers’ favorite motels in the larger area. Regal Palms Resort is located 7.4 mi (12 km) from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Enjoy the in-room private hot tub, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa: A full-service spa and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a kitchenette. Central Lake Tarawera is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) away. Kuirau Park Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Kowhai motel: Central Lake Tarawera is 8.2 mi (13.3 km) away. 2 indoor pools, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Apex on Fenton: 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from the heart of Lake Tarawera. Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Tarawera, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Skyline Rotorua, Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, and Paradise Valley Springs. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Buried Village, Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Lake Tarawera to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake Tarawera is 65 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Lake Tarawera to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.