Whakarewarewa

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

Popular places to visit

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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
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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 family-friendly area.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
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Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

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

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
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Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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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
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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

Things to do

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Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

P92,096
Per adult
Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group
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Private Day Trip To Te Puia Rotorua

P24,388
Per adult
Private Day Trip To Te Puia Rotorua
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Private Tour: Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland

P36,327
Per adult
Private Tour: Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland
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Rotorua: Kaituna Rafting & Mt. Tarawera Hiking Combo

P8,323
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Kaituna Rafting & Mt. Tarawera Hiking Combo
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Geyser By Night

P3,240
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Geyser By Night
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MT. Maunganui and Rotorua Tour from Tauranga with Concert

P9,380
Per adult
MT. Maunganui and Rotorua Tour from Tauranga with Concert
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Top hotels in Whakarewarewa

Greenview Motel
Greenview Motel
3 out of 5
418 Fenton Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,344 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
P3,344
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Redwoods ...
6.2/10 (312 reviews)
"heated spa pools were good and relaxing road traffic noise may disturb someone"

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2024

Greenview Motel
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P4,523 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
P4,523
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Thermal pool an obvious attraction for families. Close to thermal park and redwood forest. Not far to town"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel
Birchwood Spa Motel
3 out of 5
6 Sala Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,639 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
P3,639
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and ...
8/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"I liked the spa, very relaxing"

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Birchwood Spa Motel
Prince's Gate Hotel
Prince's Gate Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P4,483 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
P4,483
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel room was fine and comfortable, but the restaurant experience was not smooth. We did not feel welcome at 9:45am and the server was not having a good morning and seemed very distracted and unsure of what she was doing. Perhaps she was new, but having breakfast there did not go well."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Prince's Gate Hotel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is P5,284 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
P5,284
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 spa tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Ideal location
"A great location, but the hotel parking is a bit tight if you have a large vehicle. Room was good with a view of the lake. Storage for E-bikes was provided. Breakfast was great, no real complaints at all."

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St, Rotorua
The price is P7,285 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
P7,285
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (335 reviews)
"Very nicely located place with awesome views of lake Rotorua from some of the rooms. Staff were very helpful and I felt really welcome. Special shout out to Jaena who helped guide me to the best spots in the city."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Pullman Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa

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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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Fenton Park
Hot hot hot springs #rotorua #newzealand #spooky

Fenton Street

1/5(1 area review)

One reason travelers love spending time in Fenton Street is the luxurious spas, and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs is a top place to visit.

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Glenholme

While visiting Glenholme, you might make a stop by sights like Racing Rotorua and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs.

Glenholme
geo thermal activity

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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Ngapuna

While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ngapuna
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Hillcrest

While Hillcrest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rotorua Central Mall and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Hillcrest

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