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If you’re having a hard time finding motels in Rotorua, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 429 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

At most motels, you’ll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. The word “motel” was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Regal Palms Resort: A children’s pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private spa tub. It’s located within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Wylie Court: Enjoy access to the children’s pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Fenton Court Motel: It’s located within a quick 2-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Greenview Motel: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Polynesian Spa. Enjoy access to the 2 spa tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Take your pick from 51 low-cost motels in Rotorua.

While you’re sightseeing in this culturally rich, family-friendly area, check out the relaxing spas. Those visiting Rotorua have good things to say about its lakeside, hot springs, and forests. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Polynesian Spa, Government Gardens, and Kuirau Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Skyline Rotorua, Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park, and Waimangu Cauldron. Some historical places you might want to see include Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House, and Te Amorangi Museum.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Rotorua 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 Rotorua is 65 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Rotorua to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Tauranga (TRG), which is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.