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Reviews of Lakeview Small Studio 4 stars

5 Arnold Street, 3010 Rotorua, New Zealand

#20 of 24 B&Bs and Inns in Rotorua

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 76 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    6.5

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  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    7.0
    Lovely view of the lake.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shampoo, no tea towels, mould in bathroom. There was a big crack in the window looking out to the lake and we were offered a different room but we decided to stay in the room we paid for . The window is apparently getting repaired. . Sitting on the balcony was lovely looking to the lake. The whole property needs to be restored and cleaned. The laundry was disgustingly dirty.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    7.0
    Room with a view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a little tight fit. Not recommended for someone with a disability. One side of bed hard to get to. Interesting kitchen layout with sink outside. Shower step up into was high. Not good for someone with bad hip or knee.

    Owner interesting conversationalist. Very accommodating and helpful. View of lake very cool and interesting to watch activity. Good chair & table to watch from

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I don’t think the barbecue is working ..

    Host was super nice and location cannot be found elsewhere

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    8.0
    The owner was very approachable and helped make our stay enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a little dated

    It was comfortable and had everything we needed

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    8.0
    Serenely peaceful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was comfy, very clean and the view was wonderful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    room was set up different from photos

    value for money, nice location, smart tv

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place had a beautiful view of the lake

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    9.0
    I will certainly recommend to person who like a villa infront of the river
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Inside was very clean just the outdoor need some dusting

    Everything from tea to salt pepper everything was available . The owner was very help ful Mr Ken is a very kind man

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money, would come back again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    The owner upgraded us when they were unable to provide the room we booked, due to technical issues. The kitchen facilites, bedroom and lounge area were spacious, with everything we needed. View of the morning sunrise was spectactular!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful sunrises and easy access to sites in Rotorua.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We were there during a hatch of a small fly from the lake and streams. These little flies do not bite, but they were everywhere and were a nuisance when you went outside to walk. Of course, the property owners have no control over the insects, and they did explain that they were not dangerous and did not bite, etc.

    This location was very nice. It was initially a bit difficult to locate, but once we found it we had no problem getting around the Rotorua area. You are right on the west shore of the lake, and you have wonderful sunrises to greet you in the morning. This is a premier location for anyone on a fishing trip. It is within a few meters of one of the best trout streams feeding into Lake Rotorua. The place is set up for that use, with a fish cleaning station outside of the living quarters. If you stay for more than two nights you can use the kayaks for free.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It could have been cleaner.

    NA

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    8.0
    Lovely place to stay would stay there again. Nice and Quiet being at the end of the road.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bedroom was a bit hot as aircon was downstairs. No sink in the kitchenet.

    It was Across the road from the lake. Plenty of parking and amazing communication.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    8.0
    Peaceful lovely setting in front of lake charming host
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Helpful owner lovely view peaceful and lovely qalks

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    8.0
    A nice place to stay and view was lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit noisy when children were running around upstairs.

    Lovely view of the lake.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints from us

    The crew were really good to deal with

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2023

    9.0
    we had a relaxing,restful break with the most spectacular view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great view and on-site staff. Nothing was too much trouble. very accommodating and pleasant

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    7.0
    Just the ticket for a quiet little retreat.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Unless you book out the entire house your neighbours might be a little obvious noise wise.

    Lovely lakefront position in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Bus stop very close by for town and airport. Unfussy and simple accommodation with everything you need and nothing you don't.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2023

    7.0
    a good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    loved the proximity to the lake

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    9.0
    Most enjoyable in all respects, the manager was very helpful, gave us extra towels and rubbish bags.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The children's play houses in the garden were somewhat unsafe, with protruding nails and potential for splinters

    The location was ideal. Lakefront, quiet suburb, extensive section. Rooms were comfortable, clean and spacious, kitchen had all expected equipment inc Fisher and P dishwasher. Free kayaks and paddles, and a garden bbq (new).

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great staff and welcome. Quiet location.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    10
    Great relaxing getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi wasn't great, couldn't stream reliably.

    Great quiet spot right on the lake front. Great view of the sunrise from our room over the lake. Perfect place to relax after enjoying the many activities in the region. Owners were very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    10
    Whimsical and quaint.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchenette could have been a little better. Apart from that it was great.

    Very quaint and interesting. Just opposite the lake with grand views. Was clean and tidy

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    5.0
    Passable
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was not what the pictures show' bed was very uncomfortable' very dark room' Shower had a dome on top of it that had other people's hair over it' Prity average place' Wouldn't stay again

    Nice and close to lake with really nice views' kayaks were free to take out

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2025

    1.0
    an absolute nightmare
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The place was filthy, dirty sheets, couch, carpet, bathroom, pillows, and towels. The room was Full of spiders, bugs of all kinds, including one that crawled on my back. we ended up sleeping in the car and cancelling our trip and booking never refunded us because they await the "admission" of the property that they didn't provide the proper service. Absolutely terrible. Avoid at all costs, it looks nothing like the pictures, and it's not a resort, it's the cheapest motel for such a high cost. I will be rethinking booking with booking.com in the future because of this stay.

    absolutely nothing, we had to sleep in the car because of how dirty the place was.

    Stayed in February 2025

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