Mangakakahi Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Mangakakahi
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.
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 relaxing area.
Things to do
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools in New Zealand
Rotorua: The Buried Village of Te Wairoa
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk
Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio
Top hotels in Mangakakahi
Rydges Rotorua
Very nice hotel and convenient location.. very cordial staff
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Very nice hotel in Rotorua, conveniently located within walking distance of Polynesian Spa (hot springs pools), Eat Street with many restaurants and only 10 minute drive to Mitai Maori village. We recommend this hotel for a nice stay in Rotorua.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Great staff, spacious room, clean, fabulous breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Front desk staff were lovely
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
Cute room, kind staff
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mangakakahi
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.
Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rotorua International Stadium and Rotorua Central Mall.
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.
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
