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 P3,240 per night from 30 May to 31 May
P3,240
per night
30 May - 31 May
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 (311 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 P5,541 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
P5,541
per night
3 Jun - 4 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)
"**Dates of Stay: 8-10 March 2024** Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) We had an amazing stay at this hotel in Rotorua from 8th to 10th March 2024. The front desk staff were incredibly helpful and made our stay enjoyable from the moment we arrived. Upon check-in, we noticed that the bathroom and balcony were not ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel
Birchwood Spa Motel
3 out of 5
6 Sala Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,678 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
P3,678
per night
13 Jun - 14 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! (290 reviews)
"I liked the spa, very relaxing"

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Birchwood Spa Motel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is P5,232 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
P5,232
per night
3 Jun - 4 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! (1,001 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
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is P3,954 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
P3,954
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Disappointed couldn’t get wi-fi in my room"

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Arawa Park Hotel
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St, Rotorua
The price is P7,213 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
P7,213
per night
3 Jun - 4 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! (334 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Pullman Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa

When the roses are Flowering its absolutely beautiful

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.

Fenton Street
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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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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

Whakarewarewa