Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Whakarewarewa
Popular places to visit
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
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.
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.
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.
Things to do
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools in New Zealand
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa
Rydges Rotorua
Clean room, robes and slippers provided. Instant coffee and also
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Location was great. Staff were lovely. Pool was nice
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
Room was spacious and had everything we needed. Bed comfortable, toiletries plenty. Laundry room for those travelling to catch up with fresh clothes.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Greenview Motel
Iwe booked at last but got very good rooms to stay in..Thanks so much
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Clean room, and nice pool area. But no coffee in the room, and no hair conditioner in the shower. These might seem like small things to some, but they’re important to me. And I expect both at any hotel that is considered four stars are above.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
Great staff!! Room was huge and comfy! Everyone was helpful and super friendly! We loved our stay!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa
Fenton Park
Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger 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.
Springfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Springfield and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
Ngapuna
While Ngapuna may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.
Victoria
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
