Rotorua Luxury Lodge & Maori Cultural Experience at Lake Tarawera

Just 15 minutes from Rotorua you’ll find a superb boutique Maori luxury lodge on the edge of stunning Lake Tarawera.

Pounamu (Pronounced Po-naa-moo) Lodge is nestled in pristine native forest with panoramic views over the lake to sacred Mount Tarawera.

We invite you to our place – to taste fresh, seasonal cuisine infused with Maori herbs flourishing in our garden; to experience a wide range of activities – private Maori cultural performances, trout fishing, guided walks and lake cruises.

Pounamu Lodge is named after the sacred greenstone of the Maori people of New Zealand. Pounamu is revered for its beauty and regarded with respect and pride. We apply these same principles when looking after our guests. We call it “Manaakitanga” – the ultimate in hosting and care for people.

Pounamu Lodge has been designed around its cultural environment – Maori-inspired architecture and artworks provide a setting where you can totally relax and enjoy our cultural heritage and stories.

Comfort, quality, an exclusive environment and Maori cultural heritage are our gifts to you.

"Naumai haeremai ki te turangawaewae o Tuhourangi"
Welcome to the standing place of Tuhourangi.

"Naumai haeremai ki aku wa kainga"
Welcome to our place.