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1. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Charming, older hotel, with beautifully decorated rooms. Vintage, but with modern bathrooms & heat a/c. Front desk staff helpful and accommodating to my needs. Would book again."
United States
Barbara
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Prince's Gate Hotel
Room

2. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (541 reviews)
"Awesome stay, welcoming staff - will be back again soon!"
Australia
Shenita
$133 nightly
The price is $153
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Pullman Rotorua
Front of property - evening/night

3. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,114 reviews)
$113 nightly
The price is $131
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Rotorua Central
Indoor/outdoor pool

4. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Rakesh
$92 nightly
The price is $106
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Outdoor pool

5. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
Gayle
$83 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Apartment | Private kitchen

6. Central Apartments Rotorua

Central Apartments Rotorua
2.0 star property
Inner City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great modern apartment accommodation in the heart of Rotorua, clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything you need. Highly recommended."
Australia
Daniel
$77 nightly
The price is $89
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Central Apartments Rotorua
View from property

7. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."
United States
Francis
$119 nightly
The price is $140
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Regent of Rotorua
Terrace/patio

8. Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (349 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
$51 nightly
The price is $59
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Astray Motel
Hot springs

9. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (356 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Singapore
Desmond
$84 nightly
The price is $98
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Aura Accommodation
Twin Studio (2 Queen Beds) & Ensuite bathroom

10. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (143 reviews)
"Great stay thanks"
Australia
Robert
$41 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
Pool

11. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (666 reviews)
"The hot pools and the rooms were very comfortable. Near town and Rotorua lake."
Australia
Paola
$66 nightly
The price is $78
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Ambassador Thermal Motel
Garden

12. Kowhai motel

Kowhai motel
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (62 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay."
Australia
Victoria
$66 nightly
The price is $76
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Kowhai motel
Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area

13. Kiwi As Guest House

Kiwi As Guest House
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (47 reviews)
"A nice surprise,a last minute trip & this was cheaper. But after a renovation inside this was a comfy night in a family room{6} at a budget price.Whilst we had our own bathroom/shower,kitchen & lounge were shared if required..Would stay here again if the need arises."
New Zealand
PHILIP
$51 nightly
The price is $60
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Kiwi As Guest House
Studio Unit Queen

14. Lake Lodge Motel

Lake Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Great location "
Canada
James
$118 nightly
The price is $136
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Lodge Motel
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View, Mezzanine | Room amenity

15. Pukaki Holiday Apartments

Pukaki Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Inner City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (30 reviews)
"Perfect location, central walking distance to everything and very spacious with areas of private space for people to tuck away in if in a bigger group. Comfortable and cozy, will definitely come back to this as a group."
Australia
Andrew
$102 nightly
The price is $118
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Pukaki Holiday Apartments
Reception

16. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Clean room and good staff"
Australia
Muhammad
$30 nightly
The price is $35
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
Dining room

17. Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (124 reviews)
"Nice place to stay in the middle central Rotorua. Walking distance to a lot of things."
Australia
Michelle
$35 nightly
The price is $41
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Haka House Rotorua
Exterior

18. Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (42 reviews)
"good location, clean and quite."
Australia
Abel
$35 nightly
The price is $41
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Room

19. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (235 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean"
Australia
Hailey
$56 nightly
The price is $64
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Pool

20. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
0.3 mi from Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Awesome place always have a good stay there"
Australia
Sonia
$88 nightly
The price is $101
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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Compare popular hotels in Inner City

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Front of property - evening/night
Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,114 reviews
View
View from property
Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
939 reviews
View
Reception
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
21 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Dining
Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View

Where to stay in Inner City

Find the best Inner City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

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.

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.

Top Inner City Hotel Reviews

Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Property is new, really well maintained with helpful staff. Buffet breakfast was great. Highly recommend."
Lynne 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Pullman Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is Inner City like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Rotorua's Inner City neighborhood. Be sure to check out Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall as part of your Inner City travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Inner City?
Based on our traveler data, JetPark Hotel Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Inner City. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Prince's Gate Hotel and Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.
How many hotels will I find in Inner City?
Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodations in Inner City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Inner City, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Inner City.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Inner City?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Inner City, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Inner City?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Inner City, consider Rotorua Night Market, Rotorua Central Mall, and Eat Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Tamaki Maori Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Inner City include Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village, and Polynesian Spa. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Government Gardens and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth a stop.