Rotorua
Travel Guide
Visit Rotorua
Where to stay in Rotorua
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lake Okareka
Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Inner City
While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village.
Ngongotaha
Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Rotorua and Agrodome.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Rydges Rotorua
Breakfast was very good, nice quiet location, and easy parking
Reviewed on 22 October 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Nice place to stop. Only stayed one night but would have liked to stay longer and enjoy the spa facilities. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 27 October 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay wish we booked more nights!
Reviewed on 13 October 2025
Quest Rotorua Central
Loved having the washer/dryer. Laundry at no additional charge. Need your own soap. Well stocked kitchenette. Housekeeping included. Lots of restaurants within a few blocks. Walk to Polynesian Spa and park with hydrothermal features. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 27 October 2025
Ripple Rotorua
Breakfast was not free, but it was delivered to our room when it was promised, it was wonderful, and they had great gluten free options.
Reviewed on 20 October 2025
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
We are happy to be back and stay again in the future.
Reviewed on 21 October 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 family-friendly area.
Mitai Maori Village
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Mitai Maori Village in Rotorua. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.
Other places like Rotorua
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Mitai Maori Village
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Night Market
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Kuirau Park
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Rotorua Hospital
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Agrodome
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Springfield Golf Club
- Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
- Sulphur Point
- Blue Baths
- Rotorua Golf Club
- Rotorua Arts Village
- Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House
- St. Faith's Anglican Church
- Ogo
- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
