Selwyn Heights Travel Guide
Rotorua
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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 Selwyn Heights
Rydges Rotorua
Clean room and comfortable bed and pillows. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Very good restaurant, room large and comfortabe. Good lounge area.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 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 Jan 2026
Pullman Rotorua
Place is convenient
Reviewed on 19 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
Newina Rotorua
A cozy little apartment to stay in while in Rotorua. Loved that there was a spa out the back to keep toasty and warm while staying there. It was a bit too cool to use the pool on the day we were there but it looked like it would be very inviting should it have been warmer! Super close to lots of ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Selwyn Heights
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.
Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.
Kawaha Point
River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
