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1. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,169 reviews)
"Loved our stay helpful staff kids loved the pool n spa we deff be back ā¤ļø"
Australia
Rosena
Rydges Rotorua
Public bath

2. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Cutest boutique hotel with hot springs, fireplace, large rooms and friendly staff that make you feel welcome."
United States
William
Prince's Gate Hotel
Chalet, 1 Queen Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
3.0 star property
Rotorua
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4 reviews)
"Glad we stayed. Cost was good considering it was Matariki weekend. Thank you to the staff."
Australia
Maia and Sheryl
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
Exterior

4. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Springfield
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (544 reviews)
"Loved staying in the cozy treehouse, very peaceful and relaxing. Love the heated swimming pool and spa"
Australia
Annamaria
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Front of property

5. Gateway International Motel

Gateway International Motel
3.0 star property
Glenholme
5.8 out of 10, (317 reviews)
"Room was clean, but very dated. No housekeeping done, and had to request new towels. Comfortable, but very average. Probably wouldn't stay again"
Australia
Kim
Gateway International Motel
Tikitapu View Motel Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

6. Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Lake Okareka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our experience thanks."
Australia
renee
Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

7. Kuirau Park Motor Lodge

Kuirau Park Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Rotorua
6.2 out of 10, (294 reviews)
"Very nice and handy to town"
New Zealand
Mark
Kuirau Park Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

8. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (381 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Safe, clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Good location and price was good. Will definitely be staying here again."
Australia
Irene
Newina Rotorua
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

9. Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Glenholme
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel."
Australia
Jaime
Arawa Park Hotel
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

10. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
4.0 star property
Holdens Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (663 reviews)
"Staff were very welcoming and accommodating. Very clean and perfect location by the lake."
Australia
Ben
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Restaurant

11. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
Rotorua
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient, good facilities and good on site parking."
Australia
Murray
ibis Rotorua
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
Glenholme
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"great stay, very good location. "
United States
Ellen
Apex on Fenton
Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area

13. Kiwi As Guest House

Kiwi As Guest House
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (47 reviews)
"nice place to stay"
United States
Grant
Kiwi As Guest House
2 Bedrooms Downstairs | Terrace/patio

14. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Court Motel
2.5 star property
Glenholme
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (406 reviews)
"Great staff Gino always accomodating"
Australia
Pumi
Fenton Court Motel
Outdoor pool

15. Greenview Motel

Greenview Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
6.0 out of 10, (361 reviews)
"Great location, basic but had everything we needed. Would stay again "
Australia
Tamara
Greenview Motel
Indoor spa tub

16. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel
4.0 star property
Glenholme
7.8 out of 10, Good, (454 reviews)
"Was good clean tidy room and cheap rate per night"
Australia
Ani
Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel
Garden

17. Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (371 reviews)
"Good stay šŸ‘ very affordable"
Australia
Kasim
Birchwood Spa Motel
View from property

18. VR Rotorua Lake Resort

VR Rotorua Lake Resort
4.5 star property
Mourea
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good Lake view from Room."
Australia
Arshdeep
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

19. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Teriffic stay and great service"
United States
Leslie
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
Deluxe Studio | Iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Glenholme
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
Thermal Oak Motel
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Stay near popular Waiotapu attractions

A geyser erupting with steam, surrounded by a rocky landscape and a crowd of spectators.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

9.2/10 (541 reviews)
Just a short drive from the busy city is one of the most fascinating areas of geothermal activity in New Zealand.
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Bubbling mud pools and the vibrant Champagne Pool draw visitors to Waiotapu's otherworldly geothermal park. Morning visits to Lady Knox Geyser offer the best chance to witness its daily eruption in this Waikato wonderland.

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A geothermal area with a white sand beach, turquoise water, and steam rising from the ground.

Top Waiotapu Hotel Reviews

Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good
"Overall-not bad. It was shame that the food served for breakfast was mostly from tins. Fresh salad and veggies would have been nice."
HeyJoung 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arawa Park Hotel

More cheap stays in Waiotapu

Lake Rotorua Hotel

Lake Rotorua Hotel

131 Lake Road Rotorua
The price is ļæ„6,200 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
ļæ„6,200
ļæ„7,130 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (970 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Waiotapu?
Located 13.6 mi (22 km) from the heart of Waiotapu, Rydges Rotorua is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Pullman Rotorua and Millennium Hotel Rotorua. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Waiotapu.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Waiotapu?
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12: This vacation home rental outside of Waiotapu is located on a lake and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a private yard and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Waiotapu.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waiotapu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Waiotapu.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Waiotapu?
For additional details about updating your trip to Waiotapu or cancelling it, click here.
What's the best hotel to stay with easy access to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland?
Millennium Hotel Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4.5-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. You'll find it 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Other good choices in the area include Golden Springs Motel and Holiday Park and Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park.
What about the best place to stay near Lady Knox Geyser?
One of the top choices for your stay is Golden Springs Motel and Holiday Park, located 9 mi (14.5 km) from Lady Knox Geyser, and this property offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Millennium Hotel Rotorua and Prince's Gate Hotel are two other good options within the area.
What's the best place to stay near Rotorua Regional Airport (ROT)?
All Seasons Holiday Park is a popular 4-star property featuring free extended parking and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rotorua Regional Airport. Other places to stay within close proximity to the airport include Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort and Cedarwood Lakeside.
How is it to stay in Waiotapu?
Visitors can enjoy all that Waiotapu has to offer including its parks. In Waiotapu, there are 2 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Waiotapu.
What should I see while I'm in Waiotapu?
The picturesque setting of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Lady Knox Geyser exemplify the area's natural beauty. You'll also find Waikite Valley Thermal Pools and Lake Tarawera in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Waiotapu guide.
What's the weather like in Waiotapu?
The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 62Ā°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47Ā°F. Average annual precipitation for Waiotapu is 65 inches.