Inner City Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Inner City
Popular places to visit
Tamaki Maori Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rotorua Central Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Central Mall during your stay in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rotorua Night Market
You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Night Market during your visit to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
Learn about the events happening in Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Rotorua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Top hotels in Inner City
Pullman Rotorua
"Very clean and beautiful rooms. Friendly staff. Breakfast delicious. Valet parking great."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
"Great location. Our room was a good size, comfortable bed and a great view, however the bathroom was a little tired and does require an upgrade."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
"Nice and clean room. The Hot tub was amazing especially after a long and cold day. Very relaxing. The staff was very helpful."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
"The hotel room was spacious and had everything we needed for our stay in Rotorua. We appreciated having onsite laundry!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Quest Rotorua Central
"Modern apartment in the center of town with ultra clean rooms and comfy beds."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Ambassador Thermal Motel
"The room was large 66 square meters, warm, equipped well. It’s in front of Rotorua lake, close to the Government House. We dipped in the spa pool that was barely able to stay in as the temperature wasn’t hot enough. So does hot pool. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay. We will use this motel again."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Inner City
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Okareka is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Government Gardens.
