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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
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 relaxing area.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
TRIPLE DEAL Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest & Blue Springs Ex Auckland
Top hotels in Holdens Bay
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
This “resort” feels a bit tired and in need of some TLC. Staff are overworked but friendly. Location is good just a few miles out of Rotorua’s busy town center.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Rydges Rotorua
Clean and big room. Nice ‘warm’ pool. Laundry facilities was a plus after travelling. Very easy to get uber into downtown.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Great
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Lovley check in staff, when she heard it was my birthday the next day there was a knock on the door withing an hour and the waiter brought me up some cup cakes and a hand written birthday card saying happy birthday and hoped i would enjoy my stay, very heart warming. I booked a suite as a treat to ...
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Room was nice, staff were very courteous, check-in was a breeze. My only issue was the long hallways being so dark (the black doors dont help)
Reviewed on Dec 11, 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.
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.
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.
