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Our top choices for Inner City hotels

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1. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Charming, older hotel, with beautifully decorated rooms. Vintage, but with modern bathrooms & heat a/c. Front desk staff helpful and accommodating to my needs. Would book again."
United States
Barbara
The price is P4,384
P5,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Prince's Gate Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

2. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,113 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel in a prime location. I hadn’t been to Rotorua before so had no idea of where things were. Quest was near everywhere I wanted to go! The room was tidy and spacious. Staff were lovely."
Australia
Anna
The price is P6,956
P7,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Quest Rotorua Central
Indoor pool

3. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast buffet and nice pool. It was close to lots of restaurants and things to do in Rotorua"
Canada
Ashleigh
The price is P5,321
P6,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

4. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (535 reviews)
"Awesome stay, welcoming staff - will be back again soon!"
Australia
Shenita
The price is P8,155
P9,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Pullman Rotorua
Outdoor pool

5. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
Gayle
The price is P5,699
P6,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
View from property

6. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (938 reviews)
"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."
United States
Francis
The price is P8,590
P9,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Regent of Rotorua
Terrace/patio

7. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is P3,769
P4,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Astray Motel
Laptop workspace, cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (143 reviews)
"Great stay thanks"
Australia
Robert
The price is P2,456
P2,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools

9. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (659 reviews)
"Good staff,clean room and nice place."
Australia
Julius
The price is P4,637
P5,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Ambassador Thermal Motel
Hot springs

10. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (356 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Singapore
Desmond
The price is P5,644
P6,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Aura Accommodation
Garden

11. Kowhai motel

Kowhai motel
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (62 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay."
Australia
Victoria
The price is P4,068
P4,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Kowhai motel
Living area

12. 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
The price is P3,571
P4,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Kiwi As Guest House
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Lake Lodge Motel

Lake Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Great location "
Canada
James
The price is P7,242
P8,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Lake Lodge Motel
Room amenity

14. Pukaki Holiday Apartments

Pukaki Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Inner City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (30 reviews)
"Great stay in a great location. Well set up, private, spacious apartment. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Alisa
The price is P6,266
P7,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Pukaki Holiday Apartments
Private kitchen

15. Central Apartments Rotorua

Central Apartments Rotorua
2.0 star property
Inner City
The price is P5,101
P5,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Central Apartments Rotorua
Reception

16. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Clean room and good staff"
Australia
Muhammad
The price is P1,842
P2,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

17. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (235 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean"
Australia
Hailey
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Exterior

18. Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (42 reviews)
"good location, clean and quite."
Australia
Abel
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Dining room

19. Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (123 reviews)
"It’s great for the price you pay."
Australia
Amie
The price is P2,397
P2,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Haka House Rotorua
Indoor pool, a heated pool

20. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
0.4 km from Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Awesome place always have a good stay there"
Australia
Sonia
The price is P6,266
P7,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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Compare popular hotels in Inner City

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property - evening/night
Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,113 reviews
View
Hot springs
Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
356 reviews
View
View from property
Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
938 reviews
View
Reception
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
21 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Inner City

Find the best Inner City 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.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

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.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

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

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 Kuirau Park.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
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.

Dramatic geysers of Te Puia, Rotorua Geothermal Park, New Zealand

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 Inner City Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Good location. The room was a bit dated but I think they are working on it"
Silvia 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is Inner City like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Rotorua's Inner City neighborhood. Be sure to check out Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall as part of your Inner City travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Inner City?
Based on our traveler data, JetPark Hotel Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Inner City. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Novotel Rotorua Lakeside and Prince's Gate Hotel.
How many hotels will I find in Inner City?
Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodations in Inner City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Inner City, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Inner City.
What are the top things to see and do in Inner City?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Inner City, consider Rotorua Night Market, Rotorua Central Mall, and Eat Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Tamaki Maori Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Inner City include Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village, and Polynesian Spa. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Government Gardens and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth a stop.

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