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Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Very basic accommodation but hard to find a nicer one in the region"
Australia
Gyorgy
The price is ฿3,552
฿4,084 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pullman Rotorua
Public bath

Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Old building, well maintained. Comfortable bed, good continental breakfast"
United States
Patrick
The price is ฿2,404
฿2,764 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Prince's Gate Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean , easy parking close to many things"
Australia
Stella
The price is ฿2,987
฿3,435 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Miscellaneous

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and across the road from Eat Street. Property has everything you need and a fantastic bar to relax in at the end of the day with fireplace"
Australia
Jon
The price is ฿2,954
฿3,397 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
View from property

Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (932 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation. Friendly staff and wonderful restaurant."
Australia
Tony
The price is ฿4,495
฿5,169 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Regent of Rotorua
Studio Unit Queen | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lake Lodge Motel

Lake Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"An excellent location. The staff were so pleasant and helpful. We could not have asked for better accommodation. Would highly recommend."
Australia
Gabrielle
The price is ฿3,954
฿4,547 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Lake Lodge Motel
2 indoor pools, outdoor pool

Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, great location, clean rooms "
United States
Christy
The price is ฿3,025
฿3,478 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Aura Accommodation
Directors Suite | Living room | 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Modern apartment in the center of town with ultra clean rooms and comfy beds."
Australia
Lorraine
The price is ฿3,741
฿4,302 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Quest Rotorua Central
Garden

Kowhai motel

Kowhai motel
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay."
Australia
Victoria
The price is ฿2,324
฿2,672 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Kowhai motel
Terrace/patio

Astray Motel

Astray Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (347 reviews)
"Very handy to eat street, lovely people"
Australia
Heather
The price is ฿1,794
฿2,063 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Astray Motel
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (648 reviews)
"Good staff,clean room and nice place."
Australia
Julius
The price is ฿2,258
฿2,596 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Ambassador Thermal Motel
Twin Studio (2 Queen Beds) & Ensuite bathroom | Laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (139 reviews)
"Parking was easy and beds were comfortable "
United States
tula
The price is ฿1,484
฿1,707 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW
Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Living area

Kiwi As Guest House

Kiwi As Guest House
2.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (47 reviews)
"nice place to stay"
United States
Grant
The price is ฿2,209
฿2,541 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Kiwi As Guest House
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Twin Room-Queen) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rotorua Citizens Club

Rotorua Citizens Club
2.5 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (586 reviews)
"Great stay basic but enjoyable lots of shopping within walking distance "
Australia
Terry
The price is ฿1,977
฿2,274 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Rotorua Citizens Club
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View, Mezzanine | Room amenity

Pukaki Holiday Apartments

Pukaki Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Inner City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (29 reviews)
"Great stay in a great location. Well set up, private, spacious apartment. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Alisa
The price is ฿3,284
฿3,777 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Pukaki Holiday Apartments
Reception

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"The rooms, kitchen and communial areas were very clean. The staff was friendly and very helpful."
Australia
Johannita
The price is ฿917
฿1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Clean place friendly staff."
Sweden
Johan
The price is ฿1,794
฿2,063 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Dining room

Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (116 reviews)
"Clean and have everything you need. Location and staff were excelent."
Australia
jennifer
The price is ฿1,174
฿1,351 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Haka House Rotorua
Exterior

Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (42 reviews)
"good location, clean and quite."
Australia
Abel
The price is ฿1,307
฿1,503 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Property grounds

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 3.3 km from Inner City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Everything about this place was fantastic would highly recommend"
Australia
Melanie
The price is ฿4,649
฿5,346 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Inner City

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Directors Suite | Living room | 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV
Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,109 reviews
View
Reception
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
19 reviews
View
View from property
Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
932 reviews
View
2 indoor pools, outdoor pool
Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
349 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
View

Where to stay in Inner City

Find the best Inner City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

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.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Lynmore

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

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.

Top Inner City Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good
"Was great spa was great. Only issue I had was i forgot my laptop charger and they didnt contact me at all. until later when i knew i forgot then i reached out."
Aokuso 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is Inner City like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Rotorua's Inner City neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall as part of your Inner City travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Inner City?
Based on our traveller data, Pullman Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Inner City. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Polynesian Spa, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Novotel Rotorua Lakeside and JetPark Hotel Rotorua.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Inner City?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options in Inner City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Inner City, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Inner City.
What are the top things to see and do in Inner City?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Inner City, consider Rotorua Night Market, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Tamaki Maori Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Inner City include Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village and Polynesian Spa. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Government Gardens and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth a stop.