Rotorua
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Where to stay in Rotorua
Lake Okareka
Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Inner City
While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park.
Ngongotaha
Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Rotorua and Agrodome.
Rydges Rotorua
Great location with mant local attractions and restaurants close by. The hotel was very nice eith many anenities. The front desk staff were very helpful with recommendations for Maori cultural options and other excursions.
Reviewed on 19 January 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
We will def stay again, the indoor pool and spas were a massive hit with the kids.
Reviewed on 17 January 2026
Sudima Lake Rotorua
We had a great stay, we had an issue with the room Air conditioning that couldn't be fixed straight away so the gave us a new room (which had a better view). It was clean and tidy, the staff were really helpful and pleasant they were Mel, Nasia (I've probably spelt that wrong) and the guy working ...
Reviewed on 18 January 2026
Quest Rotorua Central
Look, everything in Rotorua has a smell. Just have to get used to that part. Despite that, the room was clean and comfortable. Rooms include a kitchen which is nice too if you need it. But there are plenty of restaurants right next to the hotel on “eat street” if you don’t!
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
Ripple Rotorua
Clean room staff friendly amenities all full
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
Kings On Peace
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
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 relaxing area.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.
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.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Other places like Rotorua
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Eat Street
- Mitai Maori Village
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Kuirau Park
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Rotorua Hospital
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Rotorua Night Market
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Government Gardens
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Agrodome
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House
- Sulphur Point
- Blue Baths
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
- Rotorua Golf Club
- Springfield Golf Club
- Racing Rotorua
- Rotorua Arts Village
- Ogo
- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
