Princes Gate Hotel
The Princes Gate Hotel in Rotorua is as famous for its elegance as it is for its eerie reputation. Built in 1897 and later moved to its present site, the Victorian beauty stands proudly opposite the Government Gardens, drawing visitors with its old-world grandeur. But step inside, and you’ll quickly discover that the hotel’s history isn’t just etched in timber and chandeliers—it lingers in whispers, shadows, and shivers.
Guests have long reported strange happenings that defy explanation. Footsteps echo through deserted corridors, doors creak open when no one is near, and cold drafts sweep across rooms despite the warmth of Rotorua’s air. The most chilling tales circle around Room 29, where travellers claim to see the figure of a woman drifting through walls or appearing by the window, vanishing the moment eyes lock onto her. Some speak of being woken by an unseen presence, others of an overwhelming sense of dread that settles like a weight in the chest.
For some, these stories are nothing more than folklore. For others, they are very real—and unforgettable. At the Princes Gate Hotel, you don’t just check in for luxury and location. You may also find yourself sharing the night with the unseen.
Guests have long reported strange happenings that defy explanation. Footsteps echo through deserted corridors, doors creak open when no one is near, and cold drafts sweep across rooms despite the warmth of Rotorua’s air. The most chilling tales circle around Room 29, where travellers claim to see the figure of a woman drifting through walls or appearing by the window, vanishing the moment eyes lock onto her. Some speak of being woken by an unseen presence, others of an overwhelming sense of dread that settles like a weight in the chest.
For some, these stories are nothing more than folklore. For others, they are very real—and unforgettable. At the Princes Gate Hotel, you don’t just check in for luxury and location. You may also find yourself sharing the night with the unseen.
1057 Arawa Street
Rotorua 3010
+64 7 348 1179
Rotorua 3010
+64 7 348 1179
