Utuhina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
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.
Activities
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Family Hot Pools and Freshwater Pool
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Utuhina Hotel Deals
Rydges Rotorua
Very nice hotel and convenient location.. very cordial staff
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
The room was excellent, spotless The staff were so helpful and kind and sorted any worries. However, scanning the QR code to find out anything was an ordeal No instructions for the television I have never paid for breakfast before There was no lunches or any way to get lunch Room service was for ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Great place for family of 4 with one bed in the master and two twin beds in the other bedroom. The location is in a resort next to the lake.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
Cute room, kind staff
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Visiting from the USA. Clean rooms and common areas. Rooms were very large. AC and ceiling fan kept things cool. Balcony was comfortable and afforded views of the tracts. We did not choose the breakfast as we thought it was a bit pricey. The restaurant dining area was very nice , though and decorated ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Utuhina
Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may 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.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Victoria
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
