Rotorua

Travel Guide

Rotorua which includes a hot spring
Rotorua which includes forests as well as a small group of people
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest which includes forests, night scenes and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway
Rotorua
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland featuring a hot spring and views as well as a small group of people

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Where to stay in Rotorua

Lake Okareka showing a lake or waterhole

Lake Okareka

Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Lake Okareka
Four of a kind

Owhata

While Owhata isn't home to many top sights, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Owhata
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Whakarewarewa
Ngongotaha

Ngongotaha

Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Agrodome and Agroventures.

Ngongotaha
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Lynmore

While visiting Lynmore, you might make a stop by sights like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs.

Lynmore
Kakahi falls is the largest hot water falls in the Southern Hemisphere. #newzealand #geothermal #waterfalls #rotorua #hellsgate

Tikitere

Travelers like the parks in Tikitere, and Lake Rotoiti is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tikitere
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AED 319 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 319
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Great view
"We had an amazing view overlooking the geisers from our 5th floor balcony. Breakfast was also excellent."

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel
Prince's Gate Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AED 483 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
AED 483
AED 555 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Loved the atmosphere of an old hotel. Great being so close to walk to boardwalk, park, good restaurants, govt gardens. Had a great soak too!"

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Prince's Gate Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is AED 295 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 295
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (973 reviews)
"Was a decent place"

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
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Quest Rotorua Central
Quest Rotorua Central
4 out of 5
1192 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (993 reviews)
"Super easy to access and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Quest Rotorua Central
Kings On Peace
Kings On Peace
4 out of 5
4A Peace Street, Fenton Park, Rotorua
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"A very large room! Comfortable and quiet."

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Kings On Peace
Redwood Apartments
Redwood Apartments
3 out of 5
21 Hilda St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Super clean with all the amenities needed for a great stay."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

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Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua

Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Skyline Rotorua during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Skyline Rotorua
Polynesian Spa featuring a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Rotorua with a stop at Polynesian Spa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Polynesian Spa
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forests

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Rotorua showing night scenes and markets

Eat Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

During your visit to Rotorua, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Eat Street
Rotorua showing indigenous culture, a river or creek and rainforest

Mitai Maori Village

4.5/5(48 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Mitai Maori Village in Rotorua. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mitai Maori Village
This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard

Tamaki Maori Village

4.5/5(45 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village

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