Aura Accommodation

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel with 2 indoor pools and outdoor pool

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2 indoor pools, outdoor pool
BBQ/picnic Area
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
1078 Whakaue Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 3 min walk
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 6 min walk
  • Rotorua Night Market - 8 min walk
  • Polynesian Spa - 9 min walk
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saigon '60S Vietnamese Cuisine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hennessy's Irish Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Aura Accommodation

Upscale eco-certified motel near Skyline Rotorua
You can look forward to a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services at Aura Accommodation. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 indoor pools and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Aura Accommodation have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, microwaves and stovetops

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Heated pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Havana Motor Lodge Rotorua
Havana Motor Lodge
Havana Motor Rotorua
Havana Motor
Havana Motor Hotel Rotorua
Havana Hotel Rotorua
Aura Accommodation Motel Rotorua
Aura Accommodation Motel
Aura Accommodation Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Does Aura Accommodation have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 Indoor pools and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Aura Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aura Accommodation?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aura Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Aura Accommodation?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Aura Accommodation located?

Situated in Rotorua, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of Government Gardens, Eat Street and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre. Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also within 5 minutes.

Aura Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 294 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 294 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 294 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 294 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 294 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

xiu jian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Travelled with kids. Pool was under repair. Was not told they had a 'sister' property with working pool til we were almost ready to leave. Trampoline was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful experience. All the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to center of town. Room was comfortable and spacious. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel style accommodation with hot outdoor swimming pool. Close to a variety of eating places. Lots of attention to environmental issues and support for local charities. Shame the outside metal stairs are noisy, especially at night, but this is an issue not unique to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Rooms were well-equipped and comfortable, and staff was super friendly and helpful. The mineral bath was a bit dated, but they’re planning on some renovation, and in spite of its age, the mineral bath was clean and comfortable. Appreciated their commitment to conservation, sustainability and local sourcing, all done without sounding preachy. Really a very fun visit. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Saskatoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome Aura
Everyone loved the pools & location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aura was great. Fantastic pool and the room gave us the space and beds that my family needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The other recommends are right--great place!
Wonderful stay in Rotorua--found this place based on other recommends and was not disappointed! Customer service was especially stellar, and we really enjoyed the private hot spring pools that the place offered, a real treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property for the price. We stayed 2 nights. Wished we had more time to stay longer. The mineral pool was a wonderful way to end the day. Close to food and shopping. Really enjoyed our time. The staff went above and beyond with suggestions and info about the area. Will definitely return when back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jade

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay. Carpets in room look dated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely, they sent a text early to say we could check in, they were very friendly on arrival. rooms were very clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coco, Newport Coast

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, couple minutes walk to lake and EAT street, tho food there is excellent. We booked the family room, the only one left, room is spacious, has 4 beds. But the bathroom is tiny. Family room provides full kitchen, including microwave and ovens. $8 for self laundry. Front office has free laundry detergent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like the roominess of the suite, the friendly staff, and the mineral hot spring soak
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally, Chippenham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well presented Motel in central position. Staff very helpful with suggestions of places to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly place
Great stay. I arrived late and the key was in a noticeable place. Great property with the friendliest people - both in front office and housekeeping. I stayed in two different rooms. Unfortunately, I found random black hairs in both of them when I first arrived. Wifi is fantastic - and that was crucial for my stay, as an entrepreneur.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our stay but it was a typical motel. What was good was the location, and the separate bedroom for the kids. We didn’t use the pool or hot tubs. No issues with the service or facilities. However, it’s not a new place and there was a broken blind which let the sun in early in the morning. It’s also in Rotorua so you do get the smell… sthg we didn’t think of when we booked in the area. It was mostly ok but sometimes quite overpowering. Still, a good base for looking around the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very communicative staff. Loved all the nearby places they highlighted on their map and welcome packet. Location is excellent and well maintained room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing! They know Rotarua realky well and all of the best places to see and adventurous things to do. They were really helpful at rearranging our white water rafting before the river closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Film

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

DMS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff! Great location!
Wonderful place to stay in Rotorua. Let me start with the staff: so incredibly friendly and helpful. They get your day off to a great start with their enthusiasm. Location is a few minute walk from town and plenty of cafes and restaurants. As an added bonus, they even have mineral pools on-site (which I have to admit I didn't try, but where do you find a hotel like that).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022