What's it like in Holdens Bay?

Travelers to Rotorua's Holdens Bay neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for Holdens Bay travel tips? Be sure to check out Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Holdens Bay?

Based on our traveler data, Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Holdens Bay. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Holdens Bay?

Expedia has 8 Holdens Bay hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Rotorua area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Holdens Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Holdens Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Holdens Bay?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Holdens Bay, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Rotorua neighborhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Holdens Bay are Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Sulphur Point and Rotorua Museum are also worth a stop.

Top Holdens Bay Hotels

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Our top choices for Holdens Bay hotels

A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.

1. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Holdens Bay

Larry

￥20,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a high wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a marble pillar.

2. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.6 km from Holdens Bay

Irene

￥19,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a flat roof, and a view of a body of water.

3. ibis Rotorua

4.9 km from Holdens Bay

Lynda

￥16,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

4. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Inner City, 4.9 km from Holdens Bay

Rakesh

￥18,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small artwork on the wall.

5. Sudima Lake Rotorua

4.5 km from Holdens Bay

travis

￥19,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spa pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

6. All Seasons Holiday Park

0.5 km from Holdens Bay

rona

￥12,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

7. Newina Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 6.6 km from Holdens Bay

Martin

￥16,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea.

8. Pullman Rotorua

Inner City, 4.7 km from Holdens Bay

rodolfo

￥29,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A swimming pool with a metal handrail in the foreground.

9. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Inner City, 4.5 km from Holdens Bay

Paul

￥10,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

10. Quest Rotorua Central

Inner City, 5 km from Holdens Bay

Hilary

￥23,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, floral wallpaper, and a chandelier.

11. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 4.6 km from Holdens Bay

Rodney

￥23,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

12. Rydges Rotorua

Whakarewarewa, 6 km from Holdens Bay

Tim

￥15,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in coffee station, and a large mirror.

13. Lake Rotorua Hotel

Koutu, 5.8 km from Holdens Bay

Terrianne

￥13,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

14. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 5.9 km from Holdens Bay

Jessica

￥22,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

15. Aura Accommodation

Inner City, 4.5 km from Holdens Bay

Daniel

￥21,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

16. Regent of Rotorua

Inner City, 4.9 km from Holdens Bay

Dianne

￥28,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

17. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Ohinemutu, 5.6 km from Holdens Bay

Mei-Chun

￥16,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern hotel with a circular entrance canopy, a sign indicating 'Arawa Park Hotel', and a well-maintained garden area.

18. Arawa Park Hotel

Fenton Street, 5.4 km from Holdens Bay

Rochelle

￥27,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A wooden deck with a hot tub and a view of a lush garden.

19. Ripple Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 7.1 km from Holdens Bay

Kym

￥14,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

20. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

4.9 km from Holdens Bay

CAMERON

￥17,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Compare popular hotels in Holdens Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort	4.5 star property	8.2 Very good 673 reviews	View
All Seasons Holiday Park	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 580 reviews	View
Newina Rotorua	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 418 reviews	View
Thermal Oak Motel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 214 reviews	View
Aura Accommodation	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 359 reviews	View

Where to stay in Holdens Bay

Find the best Holdens Bay areas and neighborhoods 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.

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.

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A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall.

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A yellow boat with passengers on a lake surrounded by greenery.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

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A field of white daisies with yellow centers.

Owhata

While Owhata isn't home to many top sights, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

Glenholme

Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

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Top Holdens Bay Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Super lovely hotel, excellent stay and very comfortable beds! You won’t regret staying here. It is so charming. The restaurant had amazing food and fine dining"