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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Basic Studio | Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.6 km from Rotorua Museum

Garrett

AED 286

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave

2. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.9 km from Rotorua Museum

Neil

AED 550

AED 638 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

3. Redwood Apartments

Fenton Park, 2.1 km from Rotorua Museum

Graham

AED 464

AED 534 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

4. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 2.3 km from Rotorua Museum

Naoko

AED 477

AED 549 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Three-Bedroom House | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), blackout drapes

Studio with Spa Bath | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), blackout drapes

Three-Bedroom House | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

5. Pure Motel

Fenton Street, 1.9 km from Rotorua Museum

Craig

AED 221

AED 254 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

6. Regent of Rotorua

Inner City, 0.8 km from Rotorua Museum

"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."

Francis

AED 446

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

Superior Studio | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 2 km from Rotorua Museum

Damian

AED 259

AED 301 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sep - 18 Sep

Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds (Unit 1) | In-room dining

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Living room | Smart TV, Netflix

Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds (Unit 1) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

8. Rose Apartments and Spa

1.4 km from Rotorua Museum

Wendy yu-wen

AED 426

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

9. Capri on Fenton

Glenholme, 1.7 km from Rotorua Museum

Dorothy

AED 363

AED 421 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

10. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Inner City, 0.9 km from Rotorua Museum

Muhammad

AED 107

AED 123 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchenette | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

One Bedroom Unit | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

11. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Ohinemutu, 1.7 km from Rotorua Museum

Mei-Chun

AED 260

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Air conditioning | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

12. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 2 km from Rotorua Museum

Tyler

AED 201

AED 231 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sep - 23 Sep

2 - Bedroom Apartment | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

2 - Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils

13. Midway Motel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Rotorua Museum

Caitlin

AED 196

AED 301 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

One Bedroom Spa Suite | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Three Bedroom Suite | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player

14. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

Victoria, 1 km from Rotorua Museum

Shane

AED 234

AED 269 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

15. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

0.9 km from Rotorua Museum

CAMERON

AED 392

AED 454 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

Duchess Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

16. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 0.4 km from Rotorua Museum

Mark

AED 339

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sep - 18 Sep

3 Bedroom Cottage | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

3 Bedroom Cottage | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

17. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

Koutu, 1.9 km from Rotorua Museum

Honey

AED 226

AED 260 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sep - 24 Sep

Superior Apartment | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Executive Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

18. Aurora City Suites Motel

Victoria, 1.8 km from Rotorua Museum

Hamish

AED 199

AED 231 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sep - 16 Sep

Family Suite | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, electric kettle

19. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Rotorua Museum

Umang

AED 326

AED 376 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

20. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Koutu, 1.8 km from Rotorua Museum

Tonia

AED 259

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

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STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua	9.8 109 109 reviews	View
Kings On Peace	9.8 257 257 reviews	View
Redwood Apartments	9.8 38 38 reviews	View
Regal Palms Resort	9.4 1000 1,000 reviews	View
Pure Motel	9.4 13 13 reviews	View

Top Rotorua Museum Hotel Reviews

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

8/10 Good

"Shower was hot and cold constantly changing. Bed was comfortable. Room service menu needs an upgrade. Too basic. Location fabulous."

Pullman Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed only for one night and were sad to leave. We loved everything about the hotel, its location, the room and the breakfast which had a fabulous array of items and as vegetarians fully met our needs. Unable to fault the hotel at all"

Park Central Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff and nice place to stay that is handy to central Rotorua. I expected to be able to use the pool but it was out of order."

Prince's Gate Hotel

8/10 Good

"Such a beautiful old building that the owners are taking very good care of. The rooms were plush but small. The majority of the staff bent over backwards to help us and show us around. Recommend staying here for the history of the building."

ibis Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Clean and renovated hotel with thoughtful amenities, including onsite laundry, and pool access. Note that the water temperature in the shower fluctuates somewhat below hot (not satisfyingly warm, but not entirely tap cold), especially at peak hours"

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good value for money. Hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Not a bad location as well."

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Marcie was so good and relatable. We were up-graded and room was clean and well appointed with a spar which we used. Parking was just below our room. Would stay here again.. recommend 280 284"

Quest Rotorua Central

8/10 Good

"The apartment unit was spacious very clean and comfortable for our week stay. Staff were very helpful and friendly, very good customer service."

Aura Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location near the waterfront and within minutes walk from Eat Street. Spacious rooms and good facilities. Staff were excellent. Would highly recommend. Free parking and two on site mineral spa's and heated outdoor pool."

Other attractions near Rotorua Museum

A historic building with a prominent tower and a red roof, surrounded by trees and benches.

Government Gardens

9.0/10 (62 reviews)

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

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A tranquil indoor pool with a view of a lake and mountains.

Polynesian Spa

8.8/10 (879 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.

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A group of men performing a traditional dance with long sticks in a tropical setting with dense foliage and wooden structures.

Tamaki Maori Village

8.8/10 (276 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.

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Rotorua Energy Events Centre

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Rotorua Energy Events Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Rotorua Arts Village

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rotorua Arts Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre

9.0/10 (196 reviews)

Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Rotorua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Rotorua Night Market

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Rotorua Night Market during your stay in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rotorua Museum?

Rotorua Museum is located in Rotorua. This culturally rich area is known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Rotorua Museum?

Adjacent to Rotorua Museum, Prince's Gate Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Other good choices close by include Millennium Hotel Rotorua and Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.

How many hotels will I find close to Rotorua Museum?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rotorua Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rotorua Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Rotorua Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rotorua Museum?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Rotorua Museum, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Rotorua Museum?

Sights like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House, and Te Amorangi Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Government Gardens, or Kuirau Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Rotorua Arts Village, Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre, and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance.

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Our top choices for Rotorua Museum hotels

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

2. Kings On Peace

3. Redwood Apartments

4. Regal Palms Resort

5. Pure Motel

6. Regent of Rotorua

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

8. Rose Apartments and Spa

9. Capri on Fenton

10. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

11. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

12. Apex on Fenton

13. Midway Motel Rotorua

14. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

15. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

16. Prince's Gate Hotel

17. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

18. Aurora City Suites Motel

19. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

20. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Rotorua Museum

Top Rotorua Museum Hotel Reviews

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Pullman Rotorua

Park Central Rotorua

Prince's Gate Hotel

ibis Rotorua

Arawa Park Hotel

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Quest Rotorua Central

Aura Accommodation

Other attractions near Rotorua Museum

Government Gardens

Polynesian Spa

Tamaki Maori Village

Rotorua Energy Events Centre

Rotorua Arts Village

Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre

Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre

Rotorua Night Market

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