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Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,139 reviews)
"Enjoyed stay there! Family friendly highly recommended. "
Australia
Sandra
The price is ￥15,457
￥17,775 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Rydges Rotorua
Outdoor pool

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (62 reviews)
"clean quiet, pool was temperature was cool, near bus stop"
Canada
dominic
The price is ￥14,194
￥16,323 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (619 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay with friendly and helpful Staff!"
United States
Peter
The price is ￥12,307
￥14,309 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Outdoor pool

Greenview Motel

Greenview Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
6.0 out of 10, (360 reviews)
"Great location, basic but had everything we needed. Would stay again "
Australia
Tamara
The price is ￥8,083
￥9,415 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Greenview Motel
Property grounds

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 6.2 km from Whakarewarewa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel with friendly, helpful staff.Only there for one night but thoroughly enjoyed our time there "
United States
Michael
The price is ￥30,133
￥34,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"The couple running the BnB were friendly and made our stay very pleasant! The breakfast was amazing!"
United States
Steven
The price is ￥15,996
￥19,131 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Geyser Lookout BnB
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Hana Lodge

Hana Lodge
5.0 star property
Ngongotaha, 13.8 km from Whakarewarewa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, room and property were beautiful, food was delicious, and the amenities were plentiful"
United States
Tanner
The price is ￥27,019
￥31,072 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Hana Lodge
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Treetops Lodge & Estate

Treetops Lodge & Estate
5.0 star property
10.4 km from Whakarewarewa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Food was great! The area around the property was beautiful!"
United States
Mark
The price is ￥102,433
￥117,798 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Treetops Lodge & Estate
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio

B&B @ the Redwoods

B&B @ the Redwoods
3.5 star property
Lynmore, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Owner was friendly and helpful, nice breakfast."
United States
Debra
The price is ￥18,840
￥21,912 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
B&B @ the Redwoods
Outdoor dining

Koura Lodge

Koura Lodge
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 6.4 km from Whakarewarewa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"I would highly recommend staying here. Very friendly staff, the room was comfortable with a fantastic view of the lake, and great ammenities such as the lakeside hot tub, swimming dock and kayaks. The breakfast was also great. Fluffy eggs and a selection of other tasty items. Quiet and relaxing!"
United States
Tracey
The price is ￥29,807
￥34,278 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Koura Lodge
Tikitapu View Motel Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Lake Okareka, 7.2 km from Whakarewarewa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our experience thanks."
Australia
renee
The price is ￥8,349
￥9,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
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Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Springfield, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (531 reviews)
"Everything was clean and we had everything we needed."
Australia
Eliot
The price is ￥6,773
￥7,810 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Standard Studio Suite | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Lakes Lodge Okataina

Lakes Lodge Okataina
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Whakarewarewa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (35 reviews)
"Beautiful location, confortable and spacious room, we had a great time."
Mexico
Marisol
The price is ￥9,349
￥10,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Lakes Lodge Okataina
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

On The Point - Lake Rotorua

On The Point - Lake Rotorua
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 6.5 km from Whakarewarewa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"This was the best place we stayed in NZ, the rooms and attention to care were spectacular!"
United States
Elizabeth G
The price is ￥78,664
￥91,631 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
On The Point - Lake Rotorua
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 5.5 km from Whakarewarewa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (360 reviews)
"Nice accommodation, close to major attractions"
Australia
Roland
The price is ￥16,662
￥19,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Newina Rotorua
Public bath

Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very well maintained hotel with large rooms."
Australia
Herman
The price is ￥15,909
￥18,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Prince's Gate Hotel
Family Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

Avero

Avero
2.0 star property
Fenton Park, 0.7 km from Whakarewarewa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Terrific staff; lovely clean renovated rooms"
Canada
Thalia
The price is ￥16,481
￥19,111 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Avero
40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Paradise Valley Lodge

Paradise Valley Lodge
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely spot- quiet, peaceful with tremendously well planned and tended gardens! The fragrance of gardenias and jasmin is heavenly . Secluded hot tub was perfect. "
United States
Yasemin
The price is ￥29,718
￥34,290 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Paradise Valley Lodge
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Transfer Shower, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 8.1 km from Whakarewarewa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Room is clean and big, the kids love the animals around "
Hong Kong SAR China
Kai
The price is ￥13,536
￥15,566 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hideaway of Rotorua
Free daily continental breakfast

Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Whakarewarewa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
"Good location and comfortable stay "
Canada
CAMERON
The price is ￥18,633
￥21,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Lake Okareka

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

Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand

Inner City

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

Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Kuirau Park walk in Rotorua, the thermal wonderland of New Zealand.

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.

Lynmore

While Lynmore might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa.

Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

8/10 Good
"Decent hotel. Bathroom was a bit old looking with mold around the caulk and the clock was wrong by 3 hours , but otherwise it was clean and warm."
Kit 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Whakarewarewa?
Whakarewarewa is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. Are you looking for Whakarewarewa travel tips? Be sure to check out Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Whakarewarewa?
Based on our traveler data, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Whakarewarewa. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Imperial Hotel Rotorua and Alpin Motel & Conference Centre.
How many hotels will I find in Whakarewarewa?
When you want to find places to stay in Rotorua, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Whakarewarewa.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whakarewarewa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Whakarewarewa.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Whakarewarewa?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Whakarewarewa, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Rotorua neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, and Lake Tikitapu. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Rotorua Golf Club, Racing Rotorua, and Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Whakarewarewa. While you're out sightseeing, Springfield Golf Club and Rotorua Central Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rotorua.