Located close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Tihi Retreat provides free self-serve breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and an adjacent golf course. Get out on the links at this aparthotel and enjoy amenities such as golf lessons, a golf clubhouse, and a golf pro shop. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Breakfast included
Free airport shuttle
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Parking included
Free WiFi
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About this property
Tihi Retreat
Luxury family-friendly aparthotel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Located close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Government Gardens, Tihi Retreat provides free self-serve breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and an adjacent golf course. Get out on the links at this aparthotel and enjoy amenities such as golf lessons, a golf clubhouse, and a golf pro shop. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 5 hot springs. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Tihi Retreat include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like iPads and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, and free cribs/infant beds
3 bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas
Located in Tihiotonga, a neighborhood in Rotorua, this aparthotel is in the suburbs and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Government Gardens. Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take time off to check out the hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
4 min drive - 2.2 km
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
5 min drive - 3.3 km
Polynesian Spa
13 min drive - 5.8 km
Skyline Rotorua
19 min drive - 14.2 km
Rotorua Central Mall
12 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
17 min drive
Restaurants
River’s Catch
7 min drive
McDonald's
6 min drive
Ciabatta Bakery
6 min drive
Super Lucky Takeaway
4 min drive
Eastwood
13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Tihi Retreat pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Tihi Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Tihi Retreat?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does Tihi Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.
Where is Tihi Retreat located?
This family-friendly Rotorua aparthotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest. Government Gardens is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) away.
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Tihi Retreat Reviews
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9.0
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9.6
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10/10 Excellent
marc
2024/12/31
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This provided the most perfect view of Rotorua. If there is a “dream” location, this was it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Darshana
2025/1/15
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful house on top of a hill overlooking Lake Rotorua. Amazing views. We enjoyed this house immensely and wish we had stayed there longer. It's important to note though that this is a house and not a hotel. So you have to coordinate your arrival with the owner to give you the garage door opener to get in. There is also therefore no maid service or restaurants. We didn't have an issue with this as it was cleaner than a hotel when we arrived and we don't typically need maid service often. But you should know this before booking if it bothers you. It's a really wonderful house with such wonderful views, we didn't want to leave the house. Also very quiet for a good night's sleep.
One night in paradise. The Tihi Retreat is very well appointed. The beds are super comfortable, seperate en suites for three of the rooms, every detail thought about and covered. Kitchen fully serviced. Fruit on the bench, cans of cold drinks in the fridge, a decent coffee machine. Totally not one complaint. We will be returning and hopefully stay for a week. This is by far the best place in all of Rotorua. 360 degree views. Woke to the feeling: I'm the King of the Castle :) Spectacular. Thank you :) :)
This place was absolutely amazing. Perfect location, awesome view. Love the audio system, tastefully furnished, this is one of the most beautiful house we stayed. Thank you to our host, Steve.