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.
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.
Top hotels in Owhata
Rydges Rotorua
Very comfortable bed. Didn’t care for breakfast. Very crowded. Liked the bittle refill station.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Room, staff and amenities were outstanding! Will definitely stay here next time we are in Rotorua!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
A relaxing location just outside of Rotorua. Family friendly with great facilities including board games, sports equipment and bike hire. Pricey during peak season but worth the money.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Good location with downtown area within 5 minute drive. Other sites such as the geothermal sites and gondola/luge/zorb are within about 15 minute drive. The room was spacious. A couch would have fit easily and would have been helpful. The hotel is dated and could use some deep cleaning and upgrading. ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Everything was lovely except for the strong sulfur smell.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Owhata
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ngapuna
While Ngapuna may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Government Gardens.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fenton Park
Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
