Western Heights

Rotorua

Photo by Jan Hammond
Photo by Jan Hammond
Photo by Jan Hammond
Photo by Jan Hammond

Popular places to visit

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
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
Rotorua showing indigenous culture, a river or creek and rainforest

Mitai Maori Village

4.5/5(48 reviews)

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village
This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard

Tamaki Maori Village

4.5/5(45 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village
Rotorua showing night scenes and markets

Eat Street

4.5/5(31 reviews)

During your trip to Rotorua, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Eat Street.

Eat Street

Things to do

Te Puia Geothermal Valley Rotorua

Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua

$207
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Valley - Rotorua
Te Puia Entrance

Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland

$300
per adult
Te Puia Geothermal Park & Polynesian Spa Day Tour from Auckland
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

$162
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner
Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience

Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience

$83
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

$30
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
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Western Heights Hotel Deals

1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
2 out of 5
9 Steeles Ln, C, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
$100 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$115 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this chalet in Rotorua. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Polynesian Spa are located nearby.
1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B
2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B
2 out of 5
9 Steeles Ln, B, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
$82 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$95 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this chalet in Rotorua. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and Polynesian Spa are located nearby.
2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
$65 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$74 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"The property is conveniently located, though a car is still needed to get into town. The room was spacious, clean, and quiet, with comfortable beds, good heating, and a sizeable fridge. The furnishings were older than expected, but this wasn’t an issue. The bathtub had spa jets that didn’t work — ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$102 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The reception staff were exceptional, warm, welcoming and gave great recommendations for the local are. The rooms are fantastic. Lovely shampoo etc, the only downside was there was only 1 washing machine and dryer. Given this was Rotorua, I’d expect more machines as everyone wants to get the sulphur ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua
3 out of 5
273 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$51 nightly
The price is $59 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$59 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (205 reviews)
"Great Location."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Marsden Stay Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$85 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! (1,013 reviews)
"Overall excellent, bar service very slow, particularly with cocktails."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
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Other neighborhoods around Western Heights

Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park showing rides as well as a small group of people

Fairy Springs

If you're spending some time in Fairy Springs, Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park are top sights worth seeing.

Fairy Springs
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Mangakakahi

When in Mangakakahi, you can plan a visit to Kuirau Park and Eat Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mangakakahi
Mitai Maori Village

Kawaha Point

River views, spas, and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.

Kawaha Point
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Koutu

If you're spending some time in Koutu, Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Koutu
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Utuhina

While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Utuhina
Ohinemutu showing a church or cathedral and a sunset

Ohinemutu

Unique features of Ohinemutu include the spas and lake views. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua or St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.

Ohinemutu
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