Whakarewarewa

Rotorua

Aerial: Scenic Blue and green lakes, Rotorua, New Zealand
Aerial: Scenic Blue and green lakes, Rotorua, New Zealand
The Pōhutu Geyser and the Prince of Wales’ Feather in activity #NewZealand #Roadtrip
An early morning walk through the redwoods can’t be beaten 😊 it’s lush, fresh and oh so scenic
An extended walk takes from a few minutes to a full day return. It is suitable for relatively inexperienced people with a low level of backcountry skill. All watercourses are bridged. #roadtrip

Popular places to visit

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forests

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Amazing sight, the hot springs in this traditional Maori village. Very smelly!

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

5/5(20 reviews)

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 family-friendly area.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve which includes a church or cathedral and a garden

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Skyline Rotorua

Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Skyline Rotorua
Polynesian Spa featuring a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Polynesian Spa

Things to do

Waiotapu: Thermal Park and Lady Knox Geyser Entry Ticket

Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket

￥4,380
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Te Ra Guided Experience

Te Ra Guided Experience

￥9,320
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Te Ra Guided Experience
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

￥7,170
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
The Hell's Gate Experience

The Hell's Gate Experience

￥10,718
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Hell's Gate Experience
Inferno Crater

Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

￥19,572
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu
Marama: Geyser Light Trail

Marama: Geyser Light Trail

￥4,567
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marama: Geyser Light Trail
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Whakarewarewa Hotel Deals

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥16,528 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
￥16,528
￥19,007 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,115 reviews)
Great staff, friendly, efficient

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
7 Tryon St Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥15,662 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
￥15,662
￥18,011 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Rotorua ...
7.6/10 Good! (47 reviews)
The room was so clean and spotless, and very well presented on arrival- the kids also enjoyed the use of the pool while we were here. We will definitely be back again!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥18,284 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
￥18,284
￥21,027 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
It was a very nice stay with friendly and helpful Staff!

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Greenview Motel

Greenview Motel

3 out of 5
418 Fenton Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥8,149 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
￥8,149
￥9,463 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Rotorua Golf Club and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
6/10 (353 reviews)
everything good I would stay again without hesitation

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Greenview Motel
Pohutu Lodge Motel

Pohutu Lodge Motel

3.5 out of 5
3 Meade Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ￥11,909 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
￥11,909
￥13,713 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Rotorua Golf Club and Whakarewarewa: The ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (204 reviews)
loved it so much just wish they had aircon.Especially when you're sleeping on the top loft

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Pohutu Lodge Motel
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street Rotorua
The price is ￥19,362 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
￥19,362
￥22,266 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (994 reviews)
Clean, tidy, and polite staff

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Sudima Lake Rotorua
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Other neighborhoods around Whakarewarewa

When the roses are Flowering its absolutely beautiful

Fenton Park

While Fenton Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

Fenton Park
Driving along Fenton Street on a beautiful sunny day

Fenton Street

4/5(90 area reviews)

Some popular features of Fenton Street include its spas and lake views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Fenton Street
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.

Glenholme
Saint Faiths Anglican Church, Ohinemutu Maori Village, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand.

Victoria

Victoria might not have many top sights, but Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Victoria
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Ngapuna

While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ngapuna
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.

Inner City

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