Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute during your travels in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa
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
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
clean room and the pool
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Greenview Motel
Close to Māori cultural parks
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Pohutu Lodge Motel
Great location, easy parking, spacious.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa
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.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Victoria
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
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 Tamaki Maori Village.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
