Inner City Travel Guide
Rotorua





Visit Inner City
Stay near popular Inner City attractions
Things to do

Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)

Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Family Hot Pools and Freshwater Pool

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
Top hotels in Inner City

Prince's Gate Hotel
"We very much enjoyed our stay in central Rotorua, and was able to lock our bikes up safety. The happy hour was excellent with the fire and old world surroundings great. Being an historic building - sound proofing is not as good as a modern hotel. Overall a great place to stay."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
"Basic but always clean and safe and my destination to stay here when I’m in Rotorua only build would be would be great if they upgraded the televisions to be able to get Netflix on"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Pullman Rotorua
"Property is new, really well maintained with helpful staff. Buffet breakfast was great. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Quest Rotorua Central
"The room was very conveniently laid out, bright and had all the amenities of an apartment. Missing was a cooking range but that is not a deal breaker. The freezer section was very small so we had to shop for food daily but it wasn't much of a bother either. Security is excellent. WiFi strength was ..."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Regent of Rotorua
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 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.

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












