Is Solitaire Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Solitaire Lodge?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Solitaire Lodge on Oct 1, 2025 start from $1,342.54, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Solitaire Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Solitaire Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Solitaire Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Tarawera and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Buried Village. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Lake Rotoiti are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Solitaire Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Jan 22, 2025

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

The.staff, facility and dining is as good as anywhere in the world. Combine that with the beauty of the location and you’ll never want to leave.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Jun 13, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Service was excellent, food was great, Common lounge areas were comfortable, our room had fantastic lake views but the resort itself generally needs updating.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Andres

May 11, 2018

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

Un Lugar Mitico

ES uno de los lugares mas hermosos de Nueva Zelanda, el sitio, el persona, las isntalaciones, todo es perfecto.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Los Angeles

Dec 18, 2017

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

Heaven on earth and worth the price.

Wayne and Ingrid have created the ultimate high end vacation retreat in the most beautiful lakeside setting imaginable. Our room “Tarawera” was on the second floor with two sun decks and floor to ceiling windows on all sides. The full dining was as good as it gets. Every staff member was a prize, especially Pip and Nick, who take over when the owners are in Auckland running their hotel there. We stayed for two weeks and between the boating, hiking, helicoptering, geothermal bathing, in-room massages, and endless nearby adventures, we never ran out of things to do. We absolutely hated to leave.

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 15, 2017

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

Pure heaven! We travel A LOT and this is one of the top experiences that we have EVER had!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Apr 25, 2017

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

decent place but bit outdated

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 24, 2017

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

Total Relaxation

We chose solitaire lodge as primarily a place to relax after 7 days of hiking. While others at the lodge scheduled days full of activities coordinated by the lodge (not included), we didn't really want to leave our room. The rooms have a wonderful relaxing view of the water and the volcano mountain. The rooms themselves were very comfortable, peaceful, relaxing with a comfy bed and sofa and floor to ceiling windows and a soaking tub with a large picture window of the same. The common areas were also very relaxing with great views. It is not fancy, opulent, but with a very comfortable homey lodge feeling. The hosts Pip and Nick were always there in the background waiting to assist you with whatever you wanted on or offsite. The only negative is that it is far from everything, so there is always a 80-90$NZ taxi/lodge ride one way - unless you chose the helicopter tour that lands in their backyard. The all inclusive includes your meals, but not your alcohol at meals, but does include your mini bar in your room. Seems that a glass of wine at meals should be included with your meal if it is included while in your room, but not worth debating.

10/10 Excellent

thaise, sao paulo, brazil

Apr 8, 2016

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

Perfeitos

A única coisa que nos deu trabalho durante nossa estadia no Solitaire Lodge foi usar o cofre, por ser complicado de usar. Pois todo o resto do hotel foi simplesmente PERFEITO! Nossos anfritriões eram ótimos, a comida era sensacional, nos deram ótimas dicas, oferecem um coquetel pre-jantar que foi super legal, pois você consegue conversar com outros hóspedes e não fica entediado nunca! Muito muito obrigada Nick, Pip e Mike, por todo o carinho conosco!

8/10 Good

S & S, Napier

Aug 16, 2015

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

Beautiful Lodge & One of those places to comeback

Still having good time here.. Eligent dining area Beautiful view Nice lounge area & of course the bedrooms Nice & pleasant service from each n every one in the lodge.. Away from town in middle of Nature. Kind Regards A couple from Emirates :)

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

Apr 6, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

NZ Road Trip

The lodge was fantastic and Gary a wonderful and generous host!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 2, 2015

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

Lovely hotel located away from Rotorua

Superbly situated on a beautiful and secluded lake easily accessible to Rotorua and nearby activities. Impeccable service and well-appointed rooms. Unfortunately at Solitaire for one night-three nights would have been ideal.

8/10 Good

Gustav

Jan 27, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 26, 2014

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

love it!

the hosts are so nice. love my room and our friends love theirs. The cat and rabbit make the hotel feel more like home. will definitely come back when i got a chance

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 17, 2014

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

Solitaire Lodge

Staff were really attentive, attention to detail was faultless, surroundings , room, service, food and wine were all 10 out of 10. It was an amazing experience that will stay with us for years to come. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Tauranga, New Zealand

Jun 21, 2013

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

Fantastic

It was the most relaxing and refreshing experience, Wonderful staff excellent menu felt really spoiled can't wait to go back again Thank you Wayne & Ingrid

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Feb 18, 2013

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

Luxury hideaway.

A special experience and a superb setting. One night was not enough; a minimum of three nights is needed to be able to appreciate what the Lodge has on offer, and to fully relax.

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Jan 3, 2013

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

Amazing!

Excellent! Must Go.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jamie2dogs

Nov 12, 2011

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Solitude in Solitaire Lodge Paradise

We had the pleasure of spending time at Solitaire Lodge, and oh my, how can we tell you about how well we were looked after and what a wonderful time we had in such a peaceful place in just a few words? Impossible! The views, our room, our meals, simply superb,

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