Posted onFeb 24, 2026
XiaotuzidekuailetiantangOf the four hotels I stayed at during my six-night trip in New Zealand, this was the best I stayed at, and I was generally satisfied with the experience.
I booked a three-bedroom cabin. There were only two of us when we checked in; the other two rooms were empty. For a family trip, especially during the Chinese New Year holiday, three bedrooms would be more than enough for a family of six. The price per person was about 200 RMB, which is excellent value. At this price, you might not even be able to book a single room at a regular hotel.
One of the hotel's biggest highlights is its location and views. The cabin is built along the lake, in a quiet environment with a beautiful lake view. Sometimes you can even see the Milky Way at night 🌌. Opening the window reveals a stunning lake view, giving it a strong resort feel. You can see the actual view in the video.
Another advantage is the well-organized front desk service. There's someone on duty at the front desk almost always, and there's a night check-in window for late arrivals. This is quite rare in New Zealand, as many hotels close their front desks outside of working hours.
The rooms are apartment-style, with a fully equipped kitchen including a gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, and oven, making it suitable for families staying for a few nights and cooking their own meals. The room has large floor-to-ceiling windows, providing excellent natural light and a spacious feel.
Overall, it's highly recommended for families or groups of several people.
While reading reviews, some guests mentioned the lack of air conditioning or a large number of mosquitoes in the summer. My actual experience was as follows: While the bedroom itself didn't have individual air conditioning, the living room area had air conditioning due to the loft layout. The cooling was perfectly adequate for the whole family in the living room.
As for the bedroom, when I stayed in February, the local temperature was around 18–26℃, making it quite comfortable overall. There was no obvious need to turn on the air conditioning. In fact, even with the air conditioning on in the living room, it felt slightly cool. Locals also mentioned that the truly hot weather in New Zealand doesn't last long.
Of course, if you plan to stay during the hottest time of the year, it's advisable to check with the hotel beforehand.
Regarding mosquitoes, I personally didn't experience any significant problems during my stay. Flying ants were more prevalent in February, with peak activity between 10:30 and 11:30 AM. After this time, the area is basically cleared out. The overall environment is quite natural and lakeside, typical of a resort setting. It's recommended to bring your own basic mosquito repellent supplies for peace of mind, especially in summer.
Overall: This hotel is perfectly comfortable. Regarding the negative reviews about the air conditioning, please consider the seasonal factors rationally.
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Price per night from:€92
Posted onMay 16, 2026|Two Queen Room with City View
SZroujiamoHighly recommend this hotel in town! Parking is convenient, and there's a food street right downstairs. Our stay was fantastic; the environment was elegant and clean, the service was attentive and thoughtful, and the facilities were complete. The bedding was comfortable and quiet. Overall, the quality was excellent. Five-star recommendation!
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Price per night from:€97
Posted onApr 6, 2024
ChooJun
The accommodation is great. The kitchen is fully equipped with tableware and cooking utensils, which is great! You can also watch Netflix for free, which is great!
Next to it is Lake Rototua. The scenery is super beautiful during the day. Don’t open food by the lake, seagulls will come and grab the food from you😆
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Price per night from:€69