We recently stayed at JetPark Hotel Rotorua as a base for exploring and experiencing Rotorua.
Rotorua is one of the top destinations in New Zealand. It is well-known for its fascinating geothermal activity, Maori culture, adventure activities hot springs and mud pools. So aside from narrowing down an epic itinerary for Rotorua, the next question is about where to stay.
Here is our complete review of JetPark Hotel Rotorua including details on the accommodation, facilities and proximity to all the things to do.
- Check-In
- Rooms
- On-Site Restaurant
- Breakfast
- Facilities
- Highlights
- Location
- More about Rotorua
Arrival and first impressions checking in to JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Our welcome to the hotel was fantastic.
We had driven from the South Waikato to Rotorua and arrived around 6:00pm on a Friday evening. The staff on the reception had a great energy and it was a very warm welcome to the hotel.
It was a smooth and fast check-in with two staff on the front desk.
We were given two key cards for our room and instructed where to park around the back on the hotel with a swipe card for re-entry through a closer door to the car park.
Our room at JetPark Hotel Rotorua. What are the rooms like?
We stayed in the ‘Family Suite’ at JetPark Hotel Rotorua.
The Family Suite is set up brilliantly for families. It is a two-bedroom suite with 2x single beds in a separate room and a large king bed in the main room.
The room was immaculately clean with a handwritten note of welcome on the table.
There are tea and coffee making facilities, including a coffee machine. The room even has a basic kitchenette with plates and cutlery and a mini refrigerator and microwave.
The kids were stoked to have their own bedroom! They hooked us into the free WIFI and we were all pleased to kick back and relax before heading downstairs for dinner.
Meals, and our dining experience at the in-house Te Puru Cafe
The JetPark Hotel Rotorua has an in-house café, Te Puru Café on the ground floor. The café menu operates from 12:00pm – 10:00pm and includes a great selection of New Zealand and international beer, wines and cocktails.
The lunch and dinner menu are simple, but with delicious pizza options, burgers, fish and chips and shared platters or nibbles.
We loved the beer-battered fries and tried each of the pizzas. The kids reckon the Chicken and Cranberry Pizza was the best they’ve tried!
It was a welcome retreat after a busy day exploring the activities and things to do in Rotorua. We ate at Te Puru Café both nights of our stay.
What about breakfast?
The breakfast was fantastic.
We enjoyed the complimentary continental breakfast buffet with our stay.
There is a great selection of fresh croissants and pastries, cheese, cold meats, cereal, fruit and toast options. Tea and coffee are available.
The absolute highlight for the kids was the self-serve pancake machine! They loved the pancakes and were very pleased to find syrup, cream and jam toppings.
There is the option to order a hot breakfast plate or espresso coffee at an additional cost. Though we found the breakfast selection more than plenty and looked forward to the breakfast again on the second morning!
Is breakfast included with accommodation at JetPark Hotel Rotorua?
With most of the options for accommodation at JetPark Hotel Rotorua there is a complimentary continental breakfast buffet included. The continental breakfast is complimentary for customers who book directly with the hotel.
Otherwise, the breakfast buffet can be purchased for $20 NZD per adult or $10 NZD per child.
Kids under 3 eat breakfast free.
What other facilities are there at JetPark Hotel Rotorua?
The hotel is set up very well for guests on business or leisure as well as for families.
The outdoor swimming pool is tepid with a hot spa tub as well. There is a relaxing seating area outside by the pool area.
Our kids enjoyed the trampoline and outdoor play area. There is also an inside play space for young children with toys for infants and toddlers.
- On-site parkingÂ
- Unlimited WIFIÂ
- Swimming pool
- Spa poolÂ
- Book corner
- Indoor kids play area
- Outdoor kids play area
- Trampoline
- Guest laundry
- Bike wash and storage
- Pet wash stationÂ
- *Gym
*The hotel offers complimentary access to ‘Anytime Fitness’ which is just 5 minutes away.
Accommodation offers and packages
JetPark Hotel Rotorua has several packages available for different stays.
- Family GetawayÂ
- Stay More, Pay Less
- Pampered Pet Package
- Mountain Biking Package
The ‘Family Getaway’ package means that kids under 12 stay free with a paying adult.
When you book, your family can enjoy:
- One night accommodation
- A delicious light continental breakfast
- Parking and unlimited WiFi
- A drink voucher for parents
There are some great family-friendly activities onsite:
- Swimming and spa pool
- Indoor and outdoor kid’s play areas
- Bike wash and storage
- Pet-friendly rooms available on request
Our room was a Family Suite with 2x single beds and 1x king bed.
What we enjoyed most about our stay at JetPark Hotel Rotorua
We loved the spacious Family Suite! It was a treat to have a two-bedroom suite for our stay.
The Family Suite was very well set up for families with the separate room, kitchenette facilities and the large bath and shower.
We also particularly enjoyed the continental buffet breakfast. I know I already said that the kids loved the pancakes. But we really enjoyed the buffet selection and while it didn’t have a cooked breakfast as part of the buffet, it was refreshing and well thought out.
Dinner each night at Te Puru Café was delicious. The menu is simple and doesn’t have many options to choose from. But this turned out to be a good thing.
We thought the quiet dinner back at the hotel was a welcome retreat after a busy day of exploring in Rotorua.Â
How is the JetPark Hotel location in Rotorua?
The location is amazing and right in the heart of downtown Rotorua.
- JetPark Hotel Rotorua
237 Fenton StreetÂ
Rotorua CBD
There is a large Woolworths supermarket literally just across the road from the hotel on Fenton Street. As well as two 24-hour service stations within a few hundred metres.
Getting to Rotorua
Rotorua is well connected with other North Island and New Zealand destinations by road and air.
The Rotorua Regional Airport is only a 12 minute drive (8km) from the hotel.
By road Rotorua is a three hour drive from Auckland with beautiful scenery and landscapes through the Waikato region to the Bay of Plenty.
- Auckland to Rotorua:Â 2h 39m (226 km)Â
- Taupo to Rotorua:Â 1h 7m (79.6 km)Â
There is free parking onsite at the hotel via the Fenton Street entrance.
Overall impression? Would we recommend it for Rotorua and why?
We had a great stay!
I would easily recommend JetPark Hotel Rotorua as a great base to stay and explore all the fantastic activities and things to do in Rotorua.
The staff at JetPark deserve an extra special mention. They were particularly welcoming and friendly and each time we had a question or arrived back to the hotel they went out of their way to greet us. It was a great experience of hospitality!
Other things to do in Rotorua during your stay
The JetPark Hotel makes an ideal base for all the things to do in Rotorua. Rotorua is packed with cultural activities, adventure activities and incredible geothermal wonders and iconic New Zealand nature.
- Redwoods TreewalkÂ
- Te Puia
- Kuirau Park
- Mitai Maori Village
- Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Skyline Rotorua Gondola and Luge
- Rotorua Canopy Tours and Zipline
- Polynesian Spa
- Government Gardens
- Eat Street
Thank you to JetPark Hotel Rotorua. We were hosted for a fantastic stay, but as always, our reviews and thoughts are all our own!
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