Matipo Heights

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
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
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
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

Things to do

Warriors paddling the ancient war canoe

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

P5,620
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)

P1,661
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

P4,888
per adult
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Waiotapu: Thermal Park and Lady Knox Geyser Entry Ticket

Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket

P1,496
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure

P4,157
per adult
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

P2,558
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Matipo Heights

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P4,832 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
P4,832
P5,557 total
Dec 3 - Dec 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! (1,041 reviews)
Little hiccup with rooms but customer service were amazing and got it all sorted

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is P6,176 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
P6,176
P7,102 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Really good place to stay, located near Polynesian Spa, with easy parking

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P5,777 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
P5,777
P6,644 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,003 reviews)
The staff was wonderful. The room was lovely and the the bed very comfortable. We had difficulty with the heating, but the desk person came and showed us how to use it. So all was better. The bathroom was quite large.the bar/restaurant had a fun vibe and the lobby of the hotel made me want to just ...

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Prince's Gate Hotel
Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St Rotorua
The price is P9,191 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
P9,191
P10,570 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (458 reviews)
Room was dark and toilet had a gap in the ceiling. Staff came into the room twice during the morning even though we had extended

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Pullman Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

4 out of 5
272 Fenton St Rotorua
The price is P4,925 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
P4,925
P5,664 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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)
Convenient, close to everything and comfy and safe

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,536 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
P6,536
P7,517 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The swimming facilities were fabulous. Room and bedding was comfortable with AC keeping room at a comfortable temperature. No bathrobes for going between the pool and our room. Bathroom is a little tired and dated. Wifi was great and staff were helpful. Loved that eat street was across the rd. Paid ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
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Other neighbourhoods around Matipo Heights

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Tihiotonga

While Tihiotonga isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tihiotonga
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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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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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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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Mangakakahi

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

Mangakakahi
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve featuring a bridge and a river or creek

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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Whakarewarewa

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