Aura Accommodation - Rotorua

Family-run eco-conscious motel in central Rotorua with geothermal pool and private mineral baths

Amenities & Eco Initiatives

Aura Accommodation Rotorua offers a large outdoor geothermal heated swimming pool open year-round, with a shallow end and a fence around the pool. Two private mineral hot pools, each at 39°C, are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The property runs on solar energy and provides in-room waste sorting with landfill, recycling, and compost bins plus optional compost packages for eco-conscious travelers.

Rooms & Suites

Each unit at Aura Accommodation includes geothermal in-room heating and a fully equipped kitchenette with a stove top and microwave. Selected rooms feature a private spa courtyard with a hot tub, and all rooms come with a Smart TV with Netflix. Room configurations range from studios to two-bedroom suites, accommodating families or groups.

Location & Nearby

Aura Accommodation is centrally located, 3 minutes' walk from the lake front and 4 minutes' walk from the famous Eat Streat dining precinct. Government Gardens and the Rotorua Museum are 9 minutes away on foot, while Kuirau Park geothermal public park is a short stroll. The Whakarewarewa Redwoods Forest, popular for cycling and walking, is within easy driving distance.

Family-Friendly

Children can use the kids' outdoor play equipment, a springfree trampoline, and the heated swimming pool. The hotel provides free scooters for guests to explore Rotorua, and the nearby lakefront has a playground and basketball court. Families appreciate the picnic area with BBQ facilities and the geothermal steam box for cooking, all free to use.

Services & Extras

Cyclists benefit from secure bike storage and a dedicated bike wash station, plus electric vehicle charging stations for cars. Aura Accommodation Rotorua offers on-site laundry facilities (NZ$4 per wash or dry) and daily housekeeping with an option to skip service for a NZ$5 charity donation. Staff provide local insights and help plan activities, and a welcome pack with fresh milk and local coffee is included.

• Geothermal Pool: Large outdoor geothermally heated swimming pool open year-round
• Mineral Baths: Two private hot spring mineral pools at 39°C
• Eco-Initiatives: Solar energy, in-room waste sorting, compost options
• Family Amenities: Kids' outdoor play equipment, trampoline, free scooters
• Location: 3-minute walk to lakefront, 4 minutes to Eat Streat
• Cyclist Facilities: Secure bike storage and wash station on-site