9.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Tarawera River Lodge Motel

Name: Tarawera River Lodge Motel
Address: 31 Porritt Drive, Kawerau, nz
Rating: 9.2

31 Porritt Drive, Kawerau, nz

from US$113 / night

About the Property

Scenic Location
Tarawera River Lodge Motel, nestled in Kawerau, offers a picturesque setting just a stone's throw away from Rotorua and Whakatane.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property and convenient free private parking during your stay. Relax in rooms with flat-screen TVs, comfortable seating areas, and in-room kettles for your convenience.

Convenient Access
With Rotorua Airport only 34 km away, traveling to and from the lodge is a breeze. Experience comfort and convenience at Tarawera River Lodge Motel for your next getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Heating

Family rooms

Garden

Pets allowed

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

5 rates found

1/19

Standard Queen Room

This room offers a queen-sized bed in the main room and a single-sized bed in the lounge. A modern bathroom and a large living area are provided.

20 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Standard Queen Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$152.53

$122.02

Includes taxes & fees

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Superior Suite

This luxury suite includes 1 queen-sized bed and 1 single-sized bed. A modern bathroom and a large living area are provided.

20 sqm

Sleeps 3

1 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Superior Suite

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$160.71

$128.57

Includes taxes & fees

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Twin Room with Extra Bed

This room offers 2 single beds in the main room and 1 single-sized bed in the lounge. A modern bathroom and a large living area are provided.

20 sqm

Sleeps 3

3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Twin Room with Extra Bed

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$141.36

$113.09

Includes taxes & fees

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Deluxe Family Suite

This family suite includes views over the room, 2 single-sized beds in the room and 1 queen-sized bed in the lounge. A bathroom and a separate toilet are provided as well as a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, refrigerator and a microwave. There is a front deck and a backyard barbecue area. Parking is provided.

35 sqm

Sleeps 4

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigerator

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Deluxe Family Suite

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$209.83

$167.86

Includes taxes & fees

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Standard Family Room

Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchenette. The family room also offers a barbecue. This family room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

20 sqm

Sleeps 4

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenette

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Standard Family Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$154.01

$123.21

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

9.2

Exceptional208 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the cleanliness and frequently praise the friendly staff.

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tanya

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 23, 2026

"Attentive, supportive and respectful manager"

Exceptional

10.0

My elderly parents, both in their 90's, stayed here. Suzi went above and beyond to help my parents and check in on them. Suzi and the team were absolutely lovely and respectful. My parents needed to stay an extra night, last minute, also after checking out and we didn't check back in until late. Suzi had the outside light on and the heat pump on so the room was very cosy when checking in

N/A

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Gower

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Great hosts and lovely clean rooms/facilities.

N/A

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Robert

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 21, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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Destiny

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Beautiful river across the road. Nice and tidy rooms

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Gower

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 17, 2026

"Great hosts - I recommend."

Exceptional

10.0

Greta location, nice big room and super-comfy bed.

I liked everything.

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Andrew

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family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 15, 2026

"Our emotional trip to Kawerau was made more comfortable by this delightful accommodation."

Exceptional

9.0

The room was clean to an extremely high standard & the location was incredibly peaceful & beautiful. Our host, Mathie, could not have been nicer.

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Penelope

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 31, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Very friendly service. The room was nice and clean with a lovely smell. 😍

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Angie

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Yossi

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 29, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Collette

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Apr 25, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Clean and comfy would recommend 👌

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Tarawera River Lodge Motel

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Standard Queen Room

Amenities

Superior Suite

Amenities

Twin Room with Extra Bed

Amenities

Deluxe Family Suite

Amenities

Standard Family Room

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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"Attentive, supportive and respectful manager"

"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"

"Great hosts - I recommend."

"Our emotional trip to Kawerau was made more comfortable by this delightful accommodation."

"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"

"Excellent"