Rotorua Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Rotorua
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Ngongotaha
Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Rotorua and Agrodome.
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.
Rydges Rotorua
Clean room, robes and slippers provided. Instant coffee and also
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
We had a pleasant stay overall!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
Great staff!! Room was huge and comfy! Everyone was helpful and super friendly! We loved our stay!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Quest Rotorua Central
We loved our king studio room. Especially the washer and dryer. The bed was very comfortable and we appreciated the milk in the fridge for morning coffee. It is a very central location with groceries and restaurants nearby. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Ripple Rotorua
Lovely friendly staff met us at check in and provided a great overview of the property and facilities. Our apartment was clean and comfortable. We had a good, restful night despite the raging storm outside!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Room was spacious and had everything we needed. Bed comfortable, toiletries plenty. Laundry room for those travelling to catch up with fresh clothes.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
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.
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
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Rotorua Night Market
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua Hospital
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
- Ogo
- Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House
- Rotorua Golf Club
- Rotorua Arts Village
- St. Faith's Anglican Church
- Springfield Golf Club
- Luge Rotorua
