Fordlands

Rotorua

Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua showing a coastal town, landscape views and general coastal views

Skyline Rotorua

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 which includes a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

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
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forest scenes

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

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

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Tamaki Maori Village

Tamaki Maori Village

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village
Rotorua showing night scenes and markets

Eat Street

During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.

Eat Street
Rotorua which includes a river or creek, rainforest and indigenous culture

Mitai Maori Village

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village

Things to do

Blue Springs

Redwood Forest , Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland

P30,412
per adult
Redwood Forest , Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland
Te Puia Geothermal Valley Rotorua

Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua

P11,624
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua
Te Puia Entrance

Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland

P16,862
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

P9,461
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner
Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

P4,055
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

P5,913
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
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Top hotels in Fordlands

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
The price is P5,106 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P5,106
P5,872 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and clean, good size rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Rooms nice and quiet."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is P3,700 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P3,700
P4,255 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Would we come again? Yes. Was it great value for money? Yes. Was the breakfast great? Yes. Was the room great? Yes. Book with confidence."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,213 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P4,213
P4,845 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay. However there was a BIG roofing conference on and the games room was disappointingly closed for most of our three day stay. Great location. Breakfast ok."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua
The price is P5,942 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P5,942
P6,834 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Free parking in great location. The room had great space, was clean and new. Great amenities including pool and hot pool in spa. Would stay there again. Stayed in room with view, but it was just the parking of the Polynesian Spa - would not recommend spending extra on that, nor for breakfast. Unfortunately, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel
Prince's Gate Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Had a great one night stay at Prince’s Gate. Awesome location, and a nice historic feel to the rooms and facilities. Even got a room upgrade which added to the stay. The pool was closed, but they remedied this by sending us to Polynesian spa free of charge which was a thoughtful touch."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

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Prince's Gate Hotel
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua
4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua
The price is P5,040 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
P5,040
P5,796 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.6/10 Good! (994 reviews)
"Nice bedding and great dinner at the restaurant"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Sudima Lake Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Fordlands

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Utuhina

While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Utuhina
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Mangakakahi

When in Mangakakahi, you can plan a visit to Kuirau Park and Eat Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mangakakahi
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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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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
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Springfield

Though Springfield might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Springfield
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Koutu

If you're spending some time in Koutu, Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Koutu

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