Whakarewarewa Travel Guide

Rotorua

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

Things to do


Top hotels in Whakarewarewa

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is £92 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£92
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 £57 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£57
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 £58 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£58
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (71 reviews)
"This property is more like a motel than hotel. We stayed for 2 nights and accommodation suited our needs. Good off street parking, clean room and linens, quiet and not too far from city centre."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel

Birchwood Spa Motel

3 out of 5
6 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is £42 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£42
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (379 reviews)
"Have tried emailing the motel and no one has replied unfortunately, the actual condition of the motel was completely different from what was advertised.When we arrived, we were very disappointed with the overall appearance of the property. There was rubbish scattered around the outside of the motel, ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Birchwood Spa Motel
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is £109 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£109
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is £106 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
£106
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Unique and historic hotel. Full of charm. Great staff, amazing rooms."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Owhata

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

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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