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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.
Tamaki Maori Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa
Our pick of the best Western Heights Hotel Deals
1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
Rydges Rotorua
Great location, it's right next to the living Maori village. We were lucky to have a 5th floor room facing the village so we saw a great Lazer show 1 night. We would definitely stay again. The pool and hot tubs were nice the pool is really warm which we liked. The room itself is really nice but the ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Clean room, and nice pool area. But no coffee in the room, and no hair conditioner in the shower. These might seem like small things to some, but they’re important to me. And I expect both at any hotel that is considered four stars are above.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
The staff was wonderful. The room was lovely and the the bed very comfortable. We had difficulty with the heating, but the desk person came and showed us how to use it. So all was better. The bathroom was quite large.the bar/restaurant had a fun vibe and the lobby of the hotel made me want to just ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Pullman Rotorua
Room was dark and toilet had a gap in the ceiling. Staff came into the room twice during the morning even though we had extended
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Convenient, close to everything and comfy and safe
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Western Heights
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
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.
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.
Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Western Heights Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Rotorua, Bay of Plenty Region
- Which hotel chains are in Western Heights?
- Skyline Rotorua
- Polynesian Spa
- Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
- Lake Rotoiti
- Lake Rotorua
- Lake Tarawera
- Mitai Maori Village
- Eat Street
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Rotorua Central Mall
- Tamaki Maori Village
- Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
- Rotorua Night Market
- Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
- Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
- Kuirau Park
- Lake Tikitapu
- Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa
- Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Rotorua Hospital
- Agrodome
- Lake Rotoma
- Hamurana Springs
- Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
- Lake Okareka
- Rotorua Energy Events Centre
- Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Government Gardens
- Rotorua International Stadium
- Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance
