Rotorua Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Rotorua
Lake Okareka
Travellers 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
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme may 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
Checking in and out was simple and quick with friendly, courteous staff. The pool was smaller than expected so we left that to families with smaller kids. Room was nice and cool which was appreciated as it was a hot day when we checked in.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Amazing
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Pullman Rotorua
Great location, quiet clean comfortable room, great staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Quest Rotorua Central
There wasn't a balcony, but it was very handy to have a washing machine and dryer
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Ripple Rotorua
Clean room staff friendly amenities all full
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 4 Jan 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.
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
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Eat Street
- Mitai Maori Village
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua Night Market
- Rotorua Hospital
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House
- Ogo
- Rotorua Arts Village
- Springfield Golf Club
- Rotorua Golf Club
- Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre
- St. Faith's Anglican Church
