Whakarewarewa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lake surrounded by dense forest and rolling hills.
A geyser with water spouting from the ground, surrounded by rocky terrain and a cloudy sky.
Tall trees in a forest with sunlight filtering through the canopy.
A forest path surrounded by tall trees and ferns.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam, and a rocky landscape.

Stay near popular Whakarewarewa attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Whakarewarewa Hotel Deals

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$182 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$182
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,179 reviews)
"It’s quite noisy as people ban the doors at night and early morning, kids running and screaming in the corridors. Not sure if the higher level would be quieter. Room is reasonably clean but we found some else’s undie in the bathroom."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$136 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$136
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and ...
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
7 Tryon St Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$134 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$134
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Rotorua ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Our room was freezing cold. The heating was not on when we arrived and took hours to warm up. We had to sleep in layers of clothes to stay warm."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel

3 out of 5
6 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$105 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$105
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
Birchwood Spa Motel
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$199 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$199
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Good location. The room was a bit dated but I think they are working on it"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St Rotorua
The price is NZ$169 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$169
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Arrived at 2pm, wasn't able to check in until 6pm. People everywhere unable to check in to rooms amd having to wait, very frustrating and disappointing"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Whakarewarewa
Learn more about Whakarewarewa

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Okareka

Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park.

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.



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