Kawaha Point Travel Guide

Rotorua

A forested path surrounded by dense ferns and moss-covered rocks.
A modern building with large glass windows and a cable car system.
A row of bicycles parked on a hill overlooking a city and a large body of water.
A canoe with people dressed in traditional attire, surrounded by a forested area with ferns and a group of onlookers.
A water slide with a person at the end, surrounded by greenery.

Things to do


Top hotels in Kawaha Point

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
171 Kawaha Point Road Rotorua
The price is ฿5,286 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿5,286
฿6,079 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury lodge in Rotorua. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Excellent service, the staff were so friendly and helpful - special call out to Ivy who checked us in and was always on hand to help us with anything, thanks Ivy !!! Great location right on the lake and stunning views, would highly recommend !"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
On The Point - Lake Rotorua

On The Point - Lake Rotorua

5 out of 5
214 Kawaha Point Road Rotorua
The price is ฿15,217 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿15,217
฿17,500 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury lodge in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
"An Unforgettable Stay at On The Point – Lake Rotorua We had such an amazing time at On The Point, even though our stay was far too short! From the moment we arrived, everything felt so personal and intimate, it truly felt like we were receiving one-on-one care. And the animals! ❤️ They were honestly ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

On The Point - Lake Rotorua
Koura Lodge

Koura Lodge

5 out of 5
209 Kawaha Point Road Rotorua
The price is ฿10,966 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿10,966
฿12,611 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury lodge in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"The location is excellent but that is where it ends. I have no idea why everyone is giving it the 4 or 5 stars. Please people tell the truth. The rooms are mediocre at best and very dated. The shower robes basically told the full story. They were fraying to bits. The bed was uncomfortable to sleep ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Koura Lodge
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,956 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,956
฿3,399 total
7 Sept - 8 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! (1,004 reviews)
"My room was on ground level and accessed from outside the building. It felt very safe. The room was beautiful and bed very comfortable. There was a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathroom was modern and spotless. Great location as you can walk everywhere. I went to Fat Cat café for ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿3,146 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,146
฿3,618 total
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,172 reviews)
"Phone wasn’t working to call to reception. Power plug locating at the bathroom wasn’t operating at all."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is ฿3,361 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿3,361
฿3,865 total
8 Sept - 9 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Those at the front desk weren’t very welcoming and talked among themselves while standing there being unacknowledged. One of our biggest reasons for booking here was the heated swimming pool, however it wasn’t heated but very cold. The coffee from barista in breakfast room was terrible and very expensive. ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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Where to stay in Kawaha Point

Find the best Kawaha Point 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.

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

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.



Kawaha Point Travel Guide