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$178 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$178
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
Rydges Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

4 out of 5
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$153 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$153
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (636 reviews)
"Perfect for families! We are super impressed staying at this little apartment. It was perfect for our families needs, very clean and tidy, the host was lovely and welcoming. It was spacious and had a great layout and it was so warm when we checked in, with extra heaters/cooling fans. The main living ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

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$136 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$136
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$105
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is NZ$139 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$139
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location. Lovely building. Nice hot pools. Good breakfast. Only downside was no lift to the second floor and no help with my suitcase on the stairs."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is NZ$197 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$197
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Exceptional stay - we will definitely be staying here again"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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 Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Owhata

When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.

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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