Arawa Park Hotel, Independent Collection By Evt, Rotorua
About the Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel, Independent Collection By Evt is located in Rotorua, New Zealand, known for its rich Maori culture and geothermal activity. The hotel features postcard-perfect views, particularly of the Arawa Racecourse and the surrounding natural landscape. With 135 stylish guest rooms, including 90 Deluxe Spa Rooms and 5 Spa Suites, it caters to both leisure and business travelers. The hotel's signature restaurant is highly regarded for its modern and classic cuisine, contributing to its overall appeal.
Location
Situated just 10 km from Rotorua Regional Airport, accessing the hotel is straightforward. The hotel's location provides easy access to major attractions, such as Te Puia and Government Gardens, with scenic views of the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Guests can enjoy a plethora of outdoor activities, including treetop walks and geothermal experiences, within close proximity.
Rooms
The hotel offers 135 guest rooms designed for comfort and style. Deluxe King Pool View rooms provide luxury amenities and lovely views of the racecourse. Many rooms include kitchenette facilities, ensuring convenience for longer stays. Most rooms come with private balconies, further enhancing the guest experience.
Eat & Drink
Guests can dine at the award-winning Atrium Restaurant, serving a menu that features modern and classic cuisine. Chapman's Restaurant offers hearty, seasonal meals suitable for all appetites. Breakfast options vary by room rates, ensuring flexibility for guests. The nearby dining scene includes a range of local eateries for further variety.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a well-equipped gym, allowing guests to maintain their fitness routines during their stay. Business travelers can utilize seven individual meeting spaces accommodating up to 400 delegates, complete with natural light and breakout areas. Guests can unwind at the Mezz Bar, overlooking the vibrant Atrium.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had comfortable beds but needed basic maintenance. The rooms were a bit dated and had a lingering smell of vomit. However, the staff were helpful and even moved us to a better room. The location offered a nice view but was noisy early in the morning. The dining experience was disappointing, but the hotel had good services and facilities.
The hotel has some impressive highlights like spacious and well-equipped rooms but also some downsides such as an issue with air conditioning and the lack of an ironing board. The service was exceptional with helpful and friendly staff, although the initial luxury room availability was uncertain. The location is convenient with proximity to various attractions. The dining experience had its flaws, especially with the buffet breakfast, but was still satisfactory. Overall, a mixed but decent stay.
The hotel is conveniently located, with easy access to activities in Rotorua and close to shops, but a bit far from the town center. The rooms were a bit dated and lacked the second bathrobe we expected, yet they had all the necessary amenities. The service was fantastic from the waiters, but there were issues with unhelpful or unfriendly staff at check-in times. The dining experience had a very basic selection, though the family enjoyed the food. The facilities were up to Rydges standards, but with only limited TV channels available. The hotel is ideal for its central location, but there were some service and room issues to consider.
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