Whakarewarewa

Rotorua

A lake surrounded by dense forest and rolling hills.
A geyser with water spouting from the ground, surrounded by rocky terrain and a cloudy sky.
Tall trees in a forest with sunlight filtering through the canopy.
A forest path surrounded by tall trees and ferns.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam, and a rocky landscape.

Stay near popular Whakarewarewa attractions

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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Top hotels in Whakarewarewa

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P6,100 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P6,100
P7,015 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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! (1,179 reviews)
"Hotel is undergoing a refurbishment of sorts. Room was lovely and check in was friendly. Location is excellent. Bathroom sink needs maintenance, shower gel was not topped up, coffee & tea supplies not topped up, pool area was overcrowded. Mixed feelings on whether I want to return back here in the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P4,385 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P4,385
P5,043 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (639 reviews)
"Old carpet felt sticky & dirty, mouldy shower & curtain."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
7 Tryon St Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P4,273 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P4,273
P4,914 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Rotorua ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Our room was freezing cold. The heating was not on when we arrived and took hours to warm up. We had to sleep in layers of clothes to stay warm."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel

3 out of 5
6 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,092 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P3,092
P3,556 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
7.8/10 Good! (375 reviews)
"Great location and a good accommodation option if you’re travelling on a budget. We had no issues with the staff, and it was family-friendly. The spa was also great. However, it would be nice if the rooms had a fresher smell. The jug could also do with an upgrade, as the inside was quite old and, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026

Birchwood Spa Motel
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is P6,216 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P6,216
P7,148 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice clean accommodation"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is P5,097 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
P5,097
P5,862 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"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."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

While Owhata isn't home to many top sights, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.

A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

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.

Dramatic geysers of Te Puia, Rotorua Geothermal Park, New Zealand

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.

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