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 family-friendly area.
Things to do
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Rotorua : 3mirage An Immersive Art Experience
Wool Sheep Farm Experience with Handmade Wool Hat in New Zealand
Top hotels in Koutu
Lake Rotorua Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park
Loved the hot pools. Shower was a bit dated. Otherwise stay was good.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Red Rock Thermal Motel
Great motel, good location, had everything we needed & very helpful management. Would definitely return & recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Rydges Rotorua
We last stayed here a couple of years ago and enjoyed it but it seems to have gone downhill. The hotel location is great, the room was clean and tidy, beds comfortable, but the bathroom was full of mould and in definite need of a refurb. We had the buffet breakfast in the restaurant which was cold ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Very nice hotel. Good air filtration considering closeness to the hot spring water. Excellent location and good looking rooms. Would recommend to anyone coming to Rotorua for the Spas.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 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, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village 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.
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.
