Solitaire Lodge, New Zealand - a place to escape to, a place to return to, a place to remember Solitaire Lodge, New Zealand - a place to escape to, a place to return to, a place to remember

Solitaire Lodge is situated on a private, secluded peninsular on the shores of the beautiful Lake Tarawera, Rotorua (click here for direction and location map). Its elevated position provides breathtaking views across the lake to the grandeur of Mount Tarawera.

The Lodge is designed to take advantage of the natural views of the calm still waters of the Lagoon and the contrasting panorama over the lake to Mount Tarawera.

Solitaire Lodge's position is unique, not far from the Blue and Green Lakes, and only 25 minutes drive from Rotorua, land of bubbling pools, steaming hot springs and geysers.

Tarawera Suite at Solitaire Lodge Guest Suite balcony Solitaire Lodge Lounge

The Lodge has six Junior Executive Suites, all furnished to give maximum comfort with spacious, individually designed interiors and private terraces. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the views over the lake or lagoon. Solitaire Lodge also offers the Tarawera Suite with its stunning 180° views accompanied by soft colours create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere, the Solitaire Suite showcasing one of the most famous views to wake up to in New Zealand, and The Villa, a two-storey, two-bedroom Villa with a large lounge area which allows for private dining and is ideal for a family.

The Lounge at Solitaire Lodge, with 180° views through floor to ceiling windows, is furnished for total relaxation. Here guests can exchange of stories of the days adventures and plan for the activities of the day to come. The Lounge is home to an original and varied collection of 19th and 20th century New Zealand paintings, purchased with care and discrimination over a period of many years which are displayed on every wall in the Lounge. Solitaire Lodge also offers an extensive Library which provides a wide selection of books to be enjoyed in front of a comforting log fire in winter or on the sun drenched terrace outside in the summer.

Passing from the lounge to the dining room. Here guests enjoy the culinary delights that the chefs at Solitaire Lodge have to offer. A choice of dining venue is available whether it be in the main Dining Room with other travellers, or outside on the terrace under a canopy of stars, an intimate candlelit table in your suite, or relaxing amid the soft aroma of the herb garden.

The chefs at Solitaire Lodge combine the best of New Zealand produce to present dishes that simply enhance the natural flavours while the wines are chosen to compliment the menu.

Solitaire Lodge Dining Room Solitaire Lodge Outside Dining at Solitaire Lodge Outside Dining at Solitaire Lodge

Activities available from Solitaire Lodge and the surrounding region are numerous and varied and as each season changes so to does the activity calendar. From fishing to jet boating, from tramping to visiting a Maori village and from horse riding to off-road driving guests can experience everything within easy distance of Solitaire Lodge.

With Mount Tarawera as a backdrop, guests visiting Solitaire Lodge enjoy seeking out the spectacular thermal areas in and round Rotorua, walking through the ferns and pungas of the native bush to the tumbling waters of Tarawera Falls, taking a helicopter ride over the mountains crater or walk through having a relaxing soak in the Terrace Spa Pool

Native New Zealand Bush Theraml Hot Pools, Rotorua, New Zealand

Take a scenic flight by helicopter or float plane directly from our property. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the beautiful Tarawera Falls. Experience the thrill of Rainbow trout fishing from the 38ft charter boat 'Clearwater Pride', and have breakfast or lunch on board after relaxing in the hot thermal waters beside the Lake's edge. Have a tour tailor-made to your own particular interest in one of New Zealand's foremost areas of Maori culture and thermal activity.

Solitaire's Local Beach Solitaire Lodge with Helicopter landing Fishing Traditional Maori

The Rotorua district is world famous for its trout fishing and the waters of Lake Tarawera have the reputation of being the home to some of the World's best trophy sized Rainbow Trout. Guests seeking the tranquillity and solitude of fly-fishing on one of the many rivers and streams in the area.

Solitaire Lodge invites you to join in sharing the beauty and tranquillity of this world-renowned lodge on the shores of Lake Tarawera.

Sunset over Lake Tarawera  - A place to escape to, a place to return to, a place to remember.Sunset over Lake Tarawera  - A place to escape to, a place to return to, a place to remember.

  Room Tariffs

*Quoted in New Zealand dollars ($NZ) per room, per night and is GST Inclusive

Executive Suites

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011
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01 May 2011 to 30 Sep 2011
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01 Oct 2011 to 30 Apr 2012
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All Executive Suites feature lake or lagoon views. Rooms include, air conditioning, LCD television with SKY, DVD/CD players, DDI portable telephones, wireless internet access, underfloor heating and spa bath/shower in the bathrooms, balconies, full mini bar, electronic safe, separate lounge and dining furniture and floor to ceiling windows. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy rate applies.
Tariff Includes: Full cooked breakfast, cocktail hour, four course gourmet dinner, use of lodge fishing dinghies and kayaks, trout fishing gear and tackle.

The Villa

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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Spacious living on two floors with Lagoon views. The Villa is ideally suited to families or two couples traveling together with 2 splitable super king beds in separate bedrooms. Large living room, 1 bedroom and separate shower downstairs. Second bedroom upstairs with spa bath/shower bathroom. Room also includes air conditioning, 2 x LCD television with SKY, DVD/CD players, DDI portable telephones, wireless internet access, underfloor heating in the bathroom, balconies, full mini bar, electronic safe, separate lounge and dining furniture and floor to ceiling windows. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy or additional person rate applies.
Tariff Includes: Full cooked breakfast, cocktail hour, four course gourmet dinner, use of lodge fishing dinghies and kayaks, trout fishing gear and tackle.

Tarawera Suite

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011
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Stunning 180° views accompanied by soft colours create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere.
2 x Queen beds in one large bedroom with double spa bath and separate shower in the bathroom. Lake and lagoon views. Room also includes air conditioning, 2 x LCD television with SKY, DVD/CD players, DDI portable telephones, wireless internet access, underfloor heating, balconies, full mini bar, electronic safe, separate lounge and dining furniture and floor to ceiling windows. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy or additional person rate applies.
Tariff Includes: Full cooked breakfast, cocktail hour, four course gourmet dinner, use of lodge fishing dinghies and kayaks, trout fishing gear and tackle.

Solitaire Suite

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011
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One of the most famous views to wake up to in New Zealand. Truly . . . Where the Magic Begins.
The Solitaire Suite consist of super king bed in first bedroom and 2 x single beds in second bedroom. This Suite is ideal for nanny and children or children sharing with parents. Lake views. Room also includes air conditioning, 2 x LCD television with SKY, DVD/CD players, DDI portable telephones, wireless internet access, underfloor heating and double spa bath with separate shower in the bathroom, balconies, full mini bar, electronic safe, separate lounge and dining furniture and floor to ceiling windows. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy rate or additional person rate applies.
Tariff Includes: Full cooked breakfast, cocktail hour, four course gourmet dinner, use of lodge fishing dinghies and kayaks, trout fishing gear and tackle.

The Solitaire Escape (Bed & Breakfast)

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011
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Escape to Solitaire Lodge to rejuvenate, relax and unwind in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful unspoilt natural settings. Package includes: · Overnight accommodation in a luxurious waterfront executive suite · Bottle of New Zealand sparkling · Full gourmet breakfast · Use of Lodge’s facilities including, kayaks, motorised dinghies and fishing gear. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy rate applies.

Volcanic Twilight Experience

29 Aug 2010 to 30 Sep 2010
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01 Oct 2010 to 30 Apr 2011
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Solitaire Lodge’s latest package fuses romance and adventure together, with a private twilight helicopter tour to its sacred volcanic neighbour, Mount Tarawera. Guests embark on the journey from the Lodge’s helipad and take in the dazzling scenery, before touching down on the summit where stories and bubbly flow. Package includes: •Overnight accommodation in a luxurious waterfront executive suite •Private helicopter tour of Mount Tarawera, including sparkling wine served on the summit •Pre dinner drinks, canapés, four course dinner and full gourmet breakfast •"Romance me" gift pack of tea light candles, bath salts and massage oils •Complimentary fully stocked mini bar, complete with bubbly, red/white wine, decadent chocolates and more… •Use of the Lodge’s facilities including, kayaks, motorised dinghies and fishing gear •Late departure. Rate is per room based on double occupancy and GST Inclusive. Single occupancy rate applies.


Inclusions:
*Rate Includes Government Taxes (GST), 12.5% up until 30 September 2010, 15% 01 October 2010 onwards.
*Rate based on double occupancy per room, per night with one king or two twin beds. Single person, Triple or Quad share occupancy rates available on request
*Extra Person Charge: applicable to Tarawera, Solitaire and Villa Suites only. If there are more than two guests staying in a Premier Suite, the additional guest will be charged at half the adult rate. This arrangement is best suited to children. Includes; rollaway bed, pre dinner drinks, canapés, four course dinner and full breakfast
*Child rates: children under the age of five years are FOC. If they are aged five and under the age of 12 they are charged at half the adult rate. Children aged 12 years and over are charged at the full adult rate.
Single occupancy rate: Please enquire at time of booking.

Christmas and New Year Period between the 22nd of December and 7th of January, a minimum three night stay applies. On the 25th and 26th of December and the 1st and 2nd of January, a surcharge of NZ$100 plus GST, per person, applies to all, except children under the age of five.

*Tariff includes: Full cooked breakfast, cocktail hour, four course gourmet dinner, use of lodge fishing dinghies and kayaks, trout fishing gear and tackle.
Cancellation Policy:
Reservations are accepted in good faith and as the Lodge is situated amid the tranquil hills surrounding Lake Tarawera, cancellations may not be easy to replace. Solitaire Lodge therefore apply the following cancellation penalties:
Within 30 days of arrival date – 25% of all room nights booked will be charged
Within 7 days of arrival date – 100% of all room nights booked will be charged
Except the period, 12th of December to the 12th of January when the following penalty applies:
Within 90 days of arrival date – 25% of all rooms booked will be charged
Within 60 days of arrival date – 50% of all rooms booked will be charged
Within 30 days of arrival date – 100% of all rooms booked will be charged
As is standard policy in NZ for small luxury accommodation properties, a deposit of 25% of the total tariff for your stay is required to confirm a reservation, subject to the cancellation policy.
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