Koutu Travel Guide
Rotorua
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Family Hot Pools and Freshwater Pool
Wool Sheep Farm Experience with Handmade Wool Hat in New Zealand
Top hotels in Koutu
Lake Rotorua Hotel
Easy check in, good value. People that slam it need to understand you’re not paying for a 5 star experience here. Would happily stay there again.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park
Great space clean and tidy
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
Spotless room and lovely staff
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Red Rock Thermal Motel
Quiet and convenient with prompt response to requests.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Rydges Rotorua
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Very good restaurant, room large and comfortabe. Good lounge area.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Koutu
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
