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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

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1. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,191 reviews)
"Our room was great and staff were friendly"
Australia
Michelle
The price is ￥16,715
￥19,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Rydges Rotorua
A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.

2. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (647 reviews)
"Free laundry, handy location, and outdoor private spa Room size quite spacious"
Australia
Carolina
The price is ￥12,517
￥14,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio area.

3. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"All you need for a quick overnight stay. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Debby
The price is ￥11,789
￥13,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
A patio area with a table and chairs under a white umbrella, surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.

4. Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (381 reviews)
"Well positioned"
Australia
Frances
The price is ￥9,172
￥10,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Birchwood Spa Motel
A white building with a green roof and a tower, surrounded by palm trees and a road.

5. Greenview Motel

Greenview Motel
3.0 star property
Whakarewarewa
6.0 out of 10, (363 reviews)
"Great location, basic but had everything we needed. Would stay again "
Australia
Tamara
The price is ￥8,336
￥9,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Greenview Motel
A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central counter, and a staircase.

6. Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is big, convenient and has amenities. However, the property is very dated."
United States
Charlene
The price is ￥16,227
￥18,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Arawa Park Hotel
A person lying on a bed with a white towel and flowers.

7. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
2.7 km from Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Janette
The price is ￥22,660
￥26,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

8. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable for what we needed. Best was the location for the sites we were visiting."
United States
Dave
The price is ￥12,908
￥14,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

9. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is ￥19,977
￥22,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Regal Palms Resort
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

10. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay with the team, friendly staff and clean motel. Would be happy to stay again"
Australia
Ross
The price is ￥15,961
￥18,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
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11. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 0.7 km from Whakarewarewa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great location accommodation that felt welcoming, relaxing and upmarket."
Australia
Penny
The price is ￥20,602
￥23,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Avero
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

12. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 2.3 km from Whakarewarewa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was clean and well presented."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is ￥15,300
￥17,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

13. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.5 star property
Inner City, 2.8 km from Whakarewarewa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,125 reviews)
"Very clean. Comfortable bed. Central location"
United Kingdom
Hilary
The price is ￥21,074
￥24,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Quest Rotorua Central
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

14. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"A very impressive Motel, we were delighted with everything from arrival to departure. Lovely greeting at reception, fabulous spacious apartment, the best kitchen utensils we’ve had on our travels around NZ, good parking, powerful shower, and comfortable bed. We definitely recommend this property, and will happily book again for our next visit."
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is ￥14,234
￥16,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Thermal Oak Motel
A man and a woman in a natural rock bath with clear water.

15. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Fenton Park, 0.5 km from Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (735 reviews)
"The staff were amazing very helpful the spa was top notch and very relaxing, after a very busy weekend it was nice to come back to the hotel and relax."
Australia
Tyra
The price is ￥25,027
￥28,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
Indoor/outdoor pool

16. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City, 3 km from Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Rakesh
The price is ￥17,996
￥20,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a flat roof, and a view of a body of water.

17. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
3.4 km from Whakarewarewa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Lynda
The price is ￥11,127
￥12,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
ibis Rotorua
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

18. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Great staff and facilities"
Australia
Marcus
The price is ￥17,325
￥20,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Wylie Court
A restaurant with tables set for dining, a view of a lake, and a clear sky.

19. Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Whakarewarewa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and useful facilities, great central location and room has nice amenities"
Australia
travis
The price is ￥19,747
￥22,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Sudima Lake Rotorua
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea.

20. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (559 reviews)
"Really nice hotel clean and in the center of downtown, you have may restaurants walking distance, the staff was really nice, yo also have kiwi park at walking distance and government gardens also, restaurant was really good and breakfast is great, I 100% recommend this place"
United States
rodolfo
The price is ￥24,175
￥27,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Pullman Rotorua
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Compare popular hotels in Whakarewarewa

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
647 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,191 reviews
View
A patio area with a table and chairs under a white umbrella, surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.
Birchwood Spa Motel
3.0 star property
7.8
Good
381 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio area.
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
4.0 star property
7.6
Good
75 reviews
View
A white building with a green roof and a tower, surrounded by palm trees and a road.
Greenview Motel
3.0 star property
6.0
363 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Whakarewarewa

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

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,191)
The price is ￥16,715
￥19,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Rydges Rotorua

Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

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

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.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

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

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.

A grassy hill with transparent spheres, wooden fences, and a clear sky.

Ngongotaha

Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Rotorua and Agrodome.

Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Living area
Avero

Avero

Avero
Fenton Park

10/10 Excellent

The location is very convenient, and the property has been newly renovated. The interior is clean, modern, and stylish. The staff were friendly and even offered us vouchers for local activities, which was a lovely surprise. There were only two minor drawbacks. First, in our room type, all the bedrooms were upstairs while the only toilet was downstairs, which was a little inconvenient, especially at night. Second, the tea bags provided weren't very fragrant. Other than these small issues,...
United States
Sonya
Reviewed July 12, 2026
Avero

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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute 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 Alpin Motel & Conference Centre and Imperial Hotel Rotorua.

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 Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Lake Tikitapu, and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. 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.