Prince's Gate Hotel

4.5 star property

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Premium Two Bedroom Suite (In Adjacent Building) | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Front of property
Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Designer Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, 3010
  • Place, Eat Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamaki Maori Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Two Bedroom Suite (In Adjacent Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Suite (In Adjacent Building)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Designer Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Estate Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Two Bedroom Suite (In Adjacent Building)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Duchess Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Estate Room

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Designer Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Duchess Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Prince's Gate Hotel

Victorian hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
Prince's Gate Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include Access to hot tub, a sauna and a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Private bath/onsen services include an outdoor private bath (in communal space) and an indoor private bath (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an outdoor public bath. There are 4 hot springs open between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Prince's Gate Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Polynesian Spa. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • For dining with a poolside location, stop by Nellie Budd Restaurant, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include babysitting, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Polynesian Spa and 6 minutes from Skyline Rotorua
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Prince's Gate Hotel offers its guests hot springs, 3 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Prince's Gate Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Rotorua hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Nellie Budd Restaurant – This poolside restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Duke's Restaurant – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Duke's Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 30 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Duke's Bar
  • Duke's Restaurant
  • Nellie Budd Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 4 hot springs
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 38 ºC
  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
  • Private outdoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1897
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 30 to 30 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Princes Gate
Princes Gate Hotel
Princes Gate Hotel Rotorua
Princes Gate Rotorua
Princes Gate
Prince's Gate Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Rotorua
Prince's Gate
Prince's Gate Hotel Hotel
Prince's Gate Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel Hotel Rotorua

Prince's Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful ambience. Had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with Victorian decor. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Off-season rate was an excellent value. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room a bit small but ok for single person on a business trip. Shower VERY small. Clean and quiet with comfortable bed. Easy walking to Eat Street and other activities. Disappointed that Pools were closed for maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darnielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen Audrey

They are in the middle of a renovation of the pool and carpark area. They are not available during this time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The a la carte menu whilst not extensive is top quality and reasonably priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaidee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For an older hotel is well maintained. Room was immaculately clean. Bed was comfy. It was a small room but all we needed as we didn’t spend much time there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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No issues, but it's old and i got creepy vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

nalin

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt run- down. Like a motel, not hotel. Spa did not work No room service.. No coffee dueing the day in the lounge.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before and very nice place in excellent location. Spacious and comfy room. Disappointed that the hot pools were out of order due to maintenance. This was not mentioned on their website and one of the main reasons for booking here. They said I could go to Polynesian Spa and get a 20% discount…not okay since I had already paid the hotel and expected to use their pools.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great one night stay at Prince’s Gate. Awesome location, and a nice historic feel to the rooms and facilities. Even got a room upgrade which added to the stay. The pool was closed, but they remedied this by sending us to Polynesian spa free of charge which was a thoughtful touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pofen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is in a great location and the staff is very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Raman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience, specious rooms, nice and clean, breakfast was for vegetarian and non veg. But the Thermal pools were under maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruellyn

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique antique style boutique hotel . Good for the soul with olde worldly elegance . Superb service all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location & beautiful rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely hotel however we were not impressed with the food at the restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenan

Business traveller
Nice cosy accommodation , and buffet breakfast Unfortunately the hot pools were closed at this time which I was looking towards to use
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Teddy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a historic property and hence a bit old. The location is pretty good - very close to the tourism centre and also a few minutes walk from Eat Streat. The staff are also nice and friendly. The room is spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

PJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel with lots of character. Superb location. Only constructive feedback would be that the bathroom could be updated a bit, and black-out curtains would be useful (it was hard to keep the light out).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay over Kings birthday weekend

Excellent stay at Princes Gate Hotel over Kings birthday. Great amenities and friendly staff, great hospitalities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025