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 romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Tamaki Maori Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Owhata
Rydges Rotorua
Great location, it's right next to the living Maori village. We were lucky to have a 5th floor room facing the village so we saw a great Lazer show 1 night. We would definitely stay again. The pool and hot tubs were nice the pool is really warm which we liked. The room itself is really nice but the ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Absolutely loved staying here! Plenty of parking on the street, shower was lovely, bed was luxurious. Would be happy to stay again!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Pullman Rotorua
Room was dark and toilet had a gap in the ceiling. Staff came into the room twice during the morning even though we had extended
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Convenient, close to everything and comfy and safe
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
The swimming facilities were fabulous. Room and bedding was comfortable with AC keeping room at a comfortable temperature. No bathrobes for going between the pool and our room. Bathroom is a little tired and dated. Wifi was great and staff were helpful. Loved that eat street was across the rd. Paid ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
ibis Rotorua
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Owhata
Holdens Bay
While visiting Holdens Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum.
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Owhata Travel Guide
- Skyline Rotorua
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Rotorua
- Lake Tarawera
- Mitai Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Rotorua Night Market
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Lake Tikitapu
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Rotorua Hospital
- Hamurana Springs
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Lake Okareka
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
