Where to stay in Inner City

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.

Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka 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.

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.

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 hotels in Inner City

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
"Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
"Enjoyable overnight stay, pleasant friendly staff, well appointed room, handy location, reasonable tariff for time of year, would definitely stay again and recommend!"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Stay near popular Inner City attractions

Eat Street
