Holdens Bay
Rotorua
Visit Holdens Bay
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.
Things to do
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure
Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Rotorua Cultural Small Group Afternoon Tour
Top hotels in Holdens Bay
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Clean Room, parking was good, Helpful staff
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Rydges Rotorua
Breakfast was very good, nice quiet location, and easy parking
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Fabulous hotel. Always a pleasure staying here. Professional, friendly staff and very comfortable rooms
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay wish we booked more nights!
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025
ibis Rotorua
Good hotel, bu the shower was terrible and ran out of hot water, not good on a cold raining night
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
The bed was very soft which may suit some travellers but not me
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Holdens Bay
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ngapuna
While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Inner City
While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village.
Fenton Street
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.
