Victoria 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 Victoria Hotel Deals
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Staff was really nice and helpful. Hotel is in a good location. I wouldn't eat breakfast there. I would go in town and have better options. Hotel is clean and I think best in this region.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Rotorua Motel
We enjoyed our stay. Motel offered clean accomodations, kitchen, whirlpool style tub, 15 minute walk to tourist centre and buses, outdoor pool and hot tub.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Six on Union
Staff was very helpful and he upgraded us to a 1 bedroom unit. We were 3 pax. Comfy room, clean and well thought about all requirements for the stayers.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
Great location- close to a lot of attractions, grocery stores and restaurants. The place was clean and super comfortable with everything you might need during your trip. The kitchen has also everything you need for cooking/eating in- a medium size fridge, a toaster, a cooktop, a kettle, a microwave, ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Aurora City Suites Motel
very good
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Accolade Motel
Great service, staff are superfriendly & check in was easy
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Victoria
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.
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fenton Park
Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
