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Our top choices for Inner City hotels

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1. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,112 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel in a prime location. I hadn’t been to Rotorua before so had no idea of where things were. Quest was near everywhere I wanted to go! The room was tidy and spacious. Staff were lovely."
Australia
Anna
The price is 2.956.514 ₫
3.399.991 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Quest Rotorua Central
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools

2. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (659 reviews)
"Good staff,clean room and nice place."
Australia
Julius
The price is 1.830.924 ₫
2.105.563 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Ambassador Thermal Motel
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

3. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Cutest boutique hotel with hot springs, fireplace, large rooms and friendly staff that make you feel welcome."
United States
William
The price is 1.863.447 ₫
2.142.964 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Prince's Gate Hotel
Terrace/patio

4. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is 1.329.434 ₫
1.528.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Astray Motel
Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area

5. Kiwi As Guest House

Kiwi As Guest House
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (47 reviews)
"nice place to stay"
United States
Grant
The price is 1.485.217 ₫
1.707.999 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Kiwi As Guest House
Garden

6. Kowhai motel

Kowhai motel
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay."
Australia
Victoria
The price is 1.951.850 ₫
2.244.628 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Kowhai motel
Hot springs

7. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Singapore
Desmond
The price is 2.399.073 ₫
2.758.934 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Aura Accommodation
Indoor pool

8. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Bed was really nice room nicely played out and great to have sky"
Australia
Campbell
The price is 2.395.727 ₫
2.755.086 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Outdoor pool

9. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
Gayle
The price is 2.422.495 ₫
2.785.869 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Studio Unit Queen | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Lake Lodge Motel

Lake Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Great location "
Canada
James
The price is 3.078.308 ₫
3.540.054 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Lake Lodge Motel
View from property

11. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (937 reviews)
"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."
United States
Francis
The price is 3.651.141 ₫
4.198.812 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Regent of Rotorua
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

12. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (534 reviews)
"Awesome stay, welcoming staff - will be back again soon!"
Australia
Shenita
The price is 3.466.442 ₫
3.986.408 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pullman Rotorua
Twin Studio (2 Queen Beds) & Ensuite bathroom | Laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

13. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"Great stay thanks"
Australia
Robert
The price is 1.020.861 ₫
1.173.990 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View, Mezzanine | Room amenity

14. Pukaki Holiday Apartments

Pukaki Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Inner City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (29 reviews)
"Great stay in a great location. Well set up, private, spacious apartment. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Alisa
The price is 2.663.352 ₫
3.062.916 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Pukaki Holiday Apartments
Apartment | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

15. Central Apartments Rotorua

Central Apartments Rotorua
2.0 star property
Inner City
The price is 2.168.200 ₫
2.493.430 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Central Apartments Rotorua
Reception

16. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Clean room and good staff"
Australia
Muhammad
The price is 746.798 ₫
858.848 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

17. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean"
Australia
Hailey
The price is 1.457.512 ₫
1.676.139 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Exterior

18. Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (42 reviews)
"good location, clean and quite."
Australia
Abel
The price is 1.060.008 ₫
1.219.009 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Dining room

19. Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (123 reviews)
"It’s great for the price you pay."
Australia
Amie
The price is 1.019.054 ₫
1.171.912 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Haka House Rotorua
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

20. Kuirau Park Motor Lodge

Kuirau Park Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Inner City
6.2 out of 10, (295 reviews)
"Value for money, paid $160 for two nights room was warm beds where clean, private spa bath. Yes not flash and perfect, but for the price I won’t complain. Two indoor spas and an outdoor heated pool, perfect for thoose travelling on a budget !!"
Australia
Nikita
The price is 1.084.092 ₫
1.246.706 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Kuirau Park Motor Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Inner City

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property – evening/night
Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,112 reviews
View
View from property
Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
937 reviews
View
Reception
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
21 reviews
View
Hot springs
Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
355 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,009 reviews
View

Where to stay in Inner City

Find the best Inner City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

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.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

A church with a red and white facade, a tall steeple, and a view of the sea in the background.

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 Tamaki Maori Village.

Top Inner City Hotel Reviews

Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation

10/10 Excellent
"Will stay again"
Desmond 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Aura Accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is Inner City like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Rotorua's Inner City neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall as part of your Inner City travel plans.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Inner City?
Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options in Inner City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Inner City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Inner City.
What are the top things to see and do in Inner City?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Inner City, consider Rotorua Night Market, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Tamaki Maori Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Inner City include Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village and Polynesian Spa. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Government Gardens and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth a stop.