Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Whakarewarewa
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.
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 family-friendly 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.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa
Rydges Rotorua
"Would definitely book here again. Loved all the amenities"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
"Good place, good for 4 people. The bed wasn't very soft, but that's just my preference."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
"The hotel was okay .The kitchen area was cleaned but cups were not cleaned properly. Moreover, when we entered in the room we saw bed sheets was not fresh. On the bed sheet alot of hairs it looks like they haven’t changed the top bedsheet that was very disappointing.Overall,not recommended if your ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Birchwood Spa Motel
"Thè T.V was placed on a small table where you had to look down from the bed. If T.V had been placed on wall in a higher position, it would have looked more inviting. Also, the T.V took up space on the small table/shelf which could have had either the crockery or toaster and jug placed on it so that ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Greenview Motel
"Room was clean & suited our one night stay. Wee bit noisy both with traffic & other residents.. otherwise thumbs up"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Pullman Rotorua
"Very clean and beautiful rooms. Friendly staff. Breakfast delicious. Valet parking great."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Whakarewarewa
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street are top sights worth seeing.
Tikitere
Travellers like the parks in Tikitere, and Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
