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

Rotorua Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Rotorua

Four of a kind

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Owhata
Lake Okareka showing a lake or waterhole

Lake Okareka

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

Lake Okareka
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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

Whakarewarewa
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Victoria

Victoria might not have many top sights, but Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Victoria
Ngongotaha

Ngongotaha

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

Ngongotaha
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Lynmore

While Lynmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa.

Lynmore
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AED 282 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
AED 282
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff at Rydges were wonderful! The room was comfortable but very out-dated and needs an upgrade. comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Rydges Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
The price is AED 282 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
AED 282
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very good stuff"

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is AED 227 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 227
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Attention to Detail Arawa Park
"We have stayed at this hotel before, so knew it would suit our requirements for an overnight stay. The place is rather old fashioned, but has large comfortable warm rooms, great shower and bed. Would stay here again. The only thing we did notice is the dirty meal tray/plates that were never cleared ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 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! (1,033 reviews)
"The location is great. Hotel room is a bit outdated. Overall stay is okay"

Reviewed on 19 May 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! (219 reviews)
"Property is so lovely. Very modern, comfortable, very clean, great amenities - didnt want for anything. Will definitely go back again."

Reviewed on 25 May 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 Skyline Rotorua and Racing Rotorua ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"We are return visitors and have again enjoyed our stay. These apartments are spacious, modern and well presented, we find them quiet and its a very enjoyable stay for us o:)"

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Redwood Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua

Skyline Rotorua

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

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

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
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

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
Rotorua showing night scenes and markets

Eat Street

During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.

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

Mitai Maori Village

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

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