Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge and Camp  

In Rotorua’s leafy backyard, minutes from downtown and Kuirau Park. The Backyard Inn sits on four acres a short hop from Rotorua Hospital and local sites like Tama‑te‑Kapua Meeting House and St. Faith’s Anglican Church. Family-friendly and popular with groups.

An eclectic mix of chalet and lodge-style accommodation with tent and campervan sites. Options include 29 chalets and 64 lodge rooms—clean, comfy and great value. Expect communal kitchens, a TV and games room, thermal hot pool and wide green lawns for hanging out.

Outdoor pool and a thermal hot pool, bar & café with big-screen TV, on-site restaurant, picnic and BBQ areas, plus a shared kitchen for self-catering. Free self-parking, laundry, tour/ticket assistance and a sales desk to plan local excursions. Wake up to park-side mornings.

Conference and meeting facilities, luggage storage and express check-in/check-out. Wi‑Fi in public areas and in-room wireless access available (surcharge).

Bar & café for relaxed bites and a post-swim drink, plus an on-site restaurant serving guests. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee, and the communal kitchen lets you self-cater when you want.