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7.9 / 10 Guest Rating

The Heart of Rotorua

55A James Street, Rotorua, nz

The Heart of Rotorua - main view

About the Property

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a stay like no other at The Heart of Rotorua, located in the vibrant city center. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and secure parking during your visit.

Spacious and Well-Equipped Units
Choose between our Split Apartment Unit with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, a double garage, and a garden, or our cozy Studio Unit with an en suite bathroom. Perfect for families or solo travelers looking for comfort and style.

Convenient Location
Immerse yourself in the local culture with Tamaki Maori Village just 1.7 km away. Plus, with Rotorua Airport a short 8 km drive, your journey to relaxation begins as soon as you land.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Heart of Rotorua.

Facilities & Amenities

Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Japanese garden
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Luggage storage

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Studio with Garden View - Photo 1
Studio with Garden View - Photo 2
Studio with Garden View - Photo 3
Studio with Garden View - Photo 4
Studio with Garden View - Photo 5
Studio with Garden View - Photo 6
1/6

Studio with Garden View

This studio apartment has an private bathroom. It does not offer kitchen facilities.

25 sqm
Sleeps 3
1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorSeating Area

Studio with Garden View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$181.54

$145.23

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

7.9
Very Good89 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the good location and frequently praise the helpful staff.

Categories

Cleanliness6.6
Service9.1
Location8.6
Room Quality7.1
Amenities8.6
Value for Money7.6
Food and Beverage8.1
Overall Experience7.6

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Juan CarlosncNC
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 20, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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nzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 4, 2026

"Clean and comfortable room"

9.0

Clean and comfortable room. Host was very kind and there was some Cereal and milk for us so we can enjoy it for our breakfast. Available in bowls, dishes, forks, etc

There's no sink

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SharonnzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 17, 2026

"Dont waste your money."

2.0

The outside garden area was the only good point.

Unit change no notice prior to arrival room was damp on arrival, floors wet it took till the following afternoon to dry with the heat pump on, no tea towel to dry dishes or dish cloth to wipe benches, sheets had not been changed, unlocking and locking gate every time we went out, you needed to step up to get into the shower not reccommended for the elderly, wrong passcode given to lockbox, i only saw the host once arrival. Not a place id reccommend highly disappointed.

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A
AnitaauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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ChristineauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 14, 2026

"Good"

6.0

Photos were of 55A not 55C - decors not as depicted. Mattress was uncomfortable.

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ShirleynzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 25, 2026

"Was a lovely little quaint place. Very peaceful and secure."

7.0

Loved that breakfast cereals where there for us and the chippies so kind. loved the garden it was so peaceful and pretty and very private. Was so lovely to have a huge television.

I have terrible knees the height to get into the shower was a bit scary for me. But by holding onto the door and wall I managed to have my showers. Just have to be very careful

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Melanie GhislainefrFR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 24, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

L'emplacement idéal au sein de la ville, emplacement pour la voiture. Extérieur très sympathique pour déjeuner quand il fait beau.

Espace cuisine de petite taille

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ArrannzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 4, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

It was perfect in every way, except for the TV location but we just ended up sitting on the ends of the beds to watch but thats no problem

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DawngbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 21, 2025

"Nice place."

8.0

Good location, comfortable and nice place to stay.

Parking is awkward but doable. There are a couple of stools available to watch the TV from - you can’t do that whilst sitting on either bed.

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AimeeeEE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 5, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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