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
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

Things to do

Te Puia Entrance

Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland

P17,174
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland
Te Puia Geothermal Valley Rotorua

Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua

P11,839
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

P9,292
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

P1,719
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

P4,130
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

P6,023
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
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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 P4,375 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P4,375
P5,031 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Overall great stay, with nice play area for kids, great 35 degrees swimming pool and Spa. Great location, and room amenities. Cons: beds not too comfortable to my taste, bedroom cleaning could be improved."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua

Marsden Stay Rotorua

3 out of 5
273 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P2,983 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
P2,983
P3,430 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (231 reviews)
"Nice and cool rooms and private parking"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Marsden Stay Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua
The price is P4,743 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P4,743
P5,454 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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! (1,003 reviews)
"5 stars all round. Newly renovated rooms, great location, great beds and ammenities are top notch. Big pool and kid free two hot tubs with relaxing music. Highly recommend staying here. Super helpful and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is P3,382 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
P3,382
P3,889 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Would be good to have a microwave & plates, cutlery"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
The price is P5,597 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
P5,597
P6,437 total
Aug 15 - Aug 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 clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

JetPark 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 P5,057 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P5,057
P5,815 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff at this older but very charming hotel. We loved having a glass of wine in the evening by the fireplace. Great location for sights and shopping. Very walkable. We loved the proximity to Polynesian spa."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Prince's Gate Hotel
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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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

Whakarewarewa

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