Selwyn Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Selwyn Heights
Popular places to visit
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.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
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.
Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
Learn about New Zealand’s most famous bird as you explore this comprehensive wildlife park, complete with a lake full of trout and walk through aviaries.
Activities
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Our pick of the best Selwyn Heights Hotel Deals
Pullman Rotorua
"Very clean and beautiful rooms. Friendly staff. Breakfast delicious. Valet parking great."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Rydges Rotorua
"Helpful housekeeping staff. Checkin staff abit mechanical and could be more welcoming"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
"Good presentation overall including attractive gardens etc Comfortable rooms with immaculate bathrooms. The service in the restaurant on the evening of my stay left a lot to be desired. I had to leave my table to approach two staff members who were having a conversation."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
"Geothermal pool was relaxing"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
"Nice and clean room. The Hot tub was amazing especially after a long and cold day. Very relaxing. The staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
"The hotel room was spacious and had everything we needed for our stay in Rotorua. We appreciated having onsite laundry!"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Selwyn Heights
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
