Whakarewarewa

Rotorua

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve which includes a river or creek and a bridge
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest which includes a garden as well as a small group of people
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute as well as a small group of people
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve showing indigenous culture
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest showing mountain biking as well as an individual male

Popular places to visit

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forests

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(49 reviews)

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

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Amazing sight, the hot springs in this traditional Maori village. Very smelly!

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

5/5(20 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.

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

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve which includes a church or cathedral and a garden

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Skyline Rotorua

Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(58 reviews)

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
Polynesian Spa featuring a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

4.5/5(40 reviews)

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

Te Puia Entrance

Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland

$298
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
Cultural Performance

Cultural Performance

$21
per adult
Cultural Performance
Inferno Crater

Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu
3 Hours Redwoods Adventure

3 Hours Redwoods Adventure

$104
per adult
3 Hours Redwoods Adventure
Private Day Trip Transport To Te Puia Rotorua

Rotorua Day Trip From Auckland To Visit Te Puia Pohutu Geysers

$388
per traveler
Rotorua Day Trip From Auckland To Visit Te Puia Pohutu Geysers
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Whakarewarewa Hotel Deals

Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$75 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$86 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay. However there was a BIG roofing conference on and the games room was disappointingly closed for most of our three day stay. Great location. Breakfast ok."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
4 out of 5
7 Tryon St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$81 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$93 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Whakarewarewa: ...
7.2/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"lovely clean room, friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
4 out of 5
16 Sala Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$105 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$121 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Whakarewarewa: The ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (602 reviews)
"Front desk staff were super friendly and helpful – really appreciated the quick responses and warm welcome. Room was modern, clean and well set up. Loved the private spa pool – such a treat. Heated pool, sauna and BBQ area were a bonus too. Would happily stay again. Cheers team!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Greenview Motel
Greenview Motel
3 out of 5
418 Fenton Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$58 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$67 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Rotorua Golf Club are located ...
6/10 (344 reviews)
"Iwe booked at last but got very good rooms to stay in..Thanks so much"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Greenview Motel
Steam Land Stay(Close to Redwoods Bike skill park）
Steam Land Stay(Close to Redwoods Bike skill park）
Rotorua
$199 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$225 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Whakarewarewa: The Living ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Great home
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stayClean and tidy.Easy to check in.Nice warm heatpumps."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Steam Land Stay(Close to Redwoods Bike skill park）
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
$91 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$104 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and clean, good size rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Rooms nice and quiet."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
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Other neighborhoods 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
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Fenton Street

4/5(90 area reviews)

Some popular features of Fenton Street include its spas and lake views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Fenton Street
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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.

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 International Stadium and Rotorua Central Mall.

Hillcrest
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Whakarewarewa

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