Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

4-star eco-friendly hotel midway between central Rotorua and the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Amenities

Copthorne Hotel Rotorua offers a heated outdoor pool and two spa pools open from 7am to 10pm. Guests also have access to a fitness centre and an on-site bar, Jimmy's Bar, for relaxing after activities. The property is part of the Rotorua Sustainable Tourism Charter, reflecting its eco-friendly operations.

Rooms

The hotel provides family-friendly rooms that accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children, with interconnecting options for larger groups. Guest reviews highlight the comfortable beds and clean, well-kept rooms, though some note the décor is dated. Each room includes a private bathroom, and complimentary WiFi is available throughout.

Dining

Jimmy Cook's Kiwi Kitchen serves traditional New Zealand cuisine using local ingredients, including a cooked breakfast with scrambled eggs and a dinner menu featuring lamb. The on-site restaurant also offers a kid-friendly buffet and special diet menus. Jimmy's Bar provides a relaxed setting for drinks and sports viewing.

Location

Set 5 minutes' walk from Rotorua Golf Club, the hotel is a short drive from the internationally acclaimed Polynesian Spa and Lake Rotorua. The Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Te Puia NZ Maori Arts & Crafts Institute are also nearby. Indigenous cultural experiences are available at Tamaki Māori Village, a short distance away.

Family

Children enjoy the heated outdoor pool and spa pools, which guest reviews describe as a highlight for families. The hotel offers kid-friendly buffet options and interconnecting rooms for larger groups. Family-oriented themes are supported by the hotel's eco-friendly practices and proximity to Rotorua's geothermal attractions.

• Location: 5 min walk from Rotorua Golf Club, short drive to Polynesian Spa and Lake Rotorua
• Amenities: Heated outdoor pool, two spa pools, and fitness centre
• Dining: Jimmy Cook's Kiwi Kitchen with local cuisine and kid-friendly buffet
• Eco-friendly: Part of the Rotorua Sustainable Tourism Charter
• Family: Interconnecting rooms and pool/spa area popular with children