Solitaire Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star luxury lodge near Lake Tarawera

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Solitaire Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
Executive Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
Property grounds
Premium Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
Property entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16 Ronald Road, Lake Tarawera, Rotorua, 3076
  • Lake Tarawera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Lake Okareka
  • Buried Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Tarawera Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite

  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Solitaire Suite

  • 947 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Villa Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lake Tarawera

On lake.At this Lake Tarawera lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Tarawera and 6 miles (10 km) of Buried Village. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village is within 20 miles (32 km) and Lake Rotoiti is within 32 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Tarawera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Buried Village - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 23 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 30 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Lake Rotoiti - 48 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Airside - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Library - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Vis Teahouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Great Spice Indian Takeaway - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Solitaire Lodge

5-star luxury lodge near Lake Tarawera
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Solitaire Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Lake Tarawera lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Solitaire Lodge offers 9 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 900.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 900.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Solitaire Lake Tarawera
Solitaire Lodge
Solitaire Lodge Lake Tarawera
Solitaire Hotel Rotorua
Solitaire Lodge Lodge
Solitaire Lodge Lake Tarawera
Solitaire Lodge Lodge Lake Tarawera

Frequently asked questions

How close is Solitaire Lodge to the airport?

Solitaire Lodge is 15.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Solitaire Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Solitaire Lodge.

Does Solitaire Lodge offer free breakfast?

Solitaire Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Solitaire Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Solitaire Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Solitaire Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Solitaire Lodge have a pool?

Solitaire Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Solitaire Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Solitaire Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Solitaire Lodge to downtown Lake Tarawera?

Solitaire Lodge is 1.5 mi away from Lake Tarawera.