Top 10 Hotels Near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve in Rotorua for 2026

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Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Che

P4,531

P5,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

2. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Thalia

P7,184

P8,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

3. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

David

P9,339

P10,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

4. Redwood Apartments

Fenton Park, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Graham

P7,309

P8,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

5. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Naoko

P8,096

P9,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

6. Quest Rotorua Central

Inner City, 2.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Nileshni

P7,684

P8,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), blackout drapes

7. Pure Motel

Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Craig

P3,753

P4,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

8. Sport of Kings Motel

Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Kevin

P6,528

P7,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

9. Rose Apartments and Spa

3.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Wendy yu-wen

P7,168

P8,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Damian

P4,685

P5,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

11. Capri on Fenton

Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Dorothy

P6,498

P7,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

12. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Inner City, 2.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Muhammad

P1,940

P2,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

13. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Tyler

P3,378

P3,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. Midway Motel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Caitlin

P4,142

P4,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

15. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Umang

P6,653

P7,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, soundproofing

16. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

Victoria, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Shane

P4,417

P5,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

17. Aurora City Suites Motel

Victoria, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Hamish

P3,565

P4,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

18. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Mark

P5,097

P5,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

19. Executive on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Joseph

P6,309

P7,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Blackout drapes, WiFi (surcharge), individually decorated, bed sheets

20. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Springfield, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Erika

P2,648

P3,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua	9.8 Exceptional 112 reviews	View
Avero	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Kings On Peace	9.8 Exceptional 258 reviews	View
Redwood Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
Regal Palms Resort	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Just with everything, from the time I walked into the unit,with presentation, cleanliness, to the host and staff ,diffnetly be staying there again."

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Nice clean accommodation"

Regal Palms Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The room is big and parking is convenient . Staff is friendly and helpful"

Park Central Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff and nice place to stay that is handy to central Rotorua. I expected to be able to use the pool but it was out of order."

Prince's Gate Hotel

8/10 Good

"Such a beautiful old building that the owners are taking very good care of. The rooms were plush but small. The majority of the staff bent over backwards to help us and show us around. Recommend staying here for the history of the building."

Wylie Court

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed the Basic cabin 1 night. Using hot pool and the swimming pool early morning. It's prompt opening and clean . Small swimmpool though,could done good exercise for elderly people. Thanks."

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"It had a great little private hot tub to yourself it was pretty cool."

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good value for money. Hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Not a bad location as well."

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

A signboard with information about Pohutu geyser, a wooden boardwalk, and a geyser with steam.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

9.4/10 (81 reviews)

Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.

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A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising, and a turquoise pool surrounded by rocky terrain and greenery.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

8.8/10 (273 reviews)

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.

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A mountain biker navigating a dirt trail through a forest with tall trees.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

9.6/10 (1,251 reviews)

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

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Rotorua Golf Club

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Rotorua Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Racing Rotorua

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Racing Rotorua during your travels to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Springfield Golf Club

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Springfield Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Rotorua Central Mall

8.0/10 (1,060 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Rotorua Central Mall during your stay in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve is located in a welcoming area of Rotorua known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

Adjacent to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Regal Palms Resort and Alpin Motel & Conference Centre.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

What can I see and do near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

Explore landmarks like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House, and Te Amorangi Museum. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Government Gardens, or Kuirau Park. Bring the family to Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village, and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre while you're checking out the area near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

Hotels near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve hotels

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

2. Avero

3. Kings On Peace

4. Redwood Apartments

5. Regal Palms Resort

6. Quest Rotorua Central

7. Pure Motel

8. Sport of Kings Motel

9. Rose Apartments and Spa

10. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

11. Capri on Fenton

12. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

13. Apex on Fenton

14. Midway Motel Rotorua

15. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

16. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

17. Aurora City Suites Motel

18. Prince's Gate Hotel

19. Executive on Fenton

20. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

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Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Regal Palms Resort

Park Central Rotorua

Prince's Gate Hotel

Wylie Court

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Arawa Park Hotel

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Rotorua Golf Club

Racing Rotorua

Springfield Golf Club

Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

Rotorua Central Mall

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