Historic Hotels & Resorts in Rotorua from NZ$104

You’re likely already making plans to see the historically relevant sites during your holiday in Rotorua. And while you’re here, you can visit the relaxing spas and scenic lakeside. You can also take some time enjoying the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Based on our travel expertise, Lakeside City Apartments is a top 3.5-star guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Prince’s Gate Hotel and Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre.

Rotorua is home to 337 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 79 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Landmarks like Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum in Rotorua might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Mitai Maori Village, Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Tamaki Maori Village. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Rotorua, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Rotorua, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.