The Best Hotels Closest to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village in Rotorua - 2026 Updated Prices

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Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a black refrigerator, and a trash bin.

1. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.5 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Thalia

฿3,854

฿4,432 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area.

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Garrett

฿2,559

฿2,942 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern living room with a glass door leading to a balcony. The balcony has a barbecue grill, a hot tub, and a grill cart.

A 5-star apartment complex with a sign indicating vacancy.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a toaster. There is a dining table with chairs and a bowl of fruit.

A building with a prominent 'K' sign, a glass entrance, and a series of windows.

3. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

CHAEYOUNG

฿5,278

฿6,070 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with a potted plant, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a kitchen with a black refrigerator and white cabinets.

A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a view through sheer curtains.

A patio with a table and chairs, a pergola, and a wooden fence.

4. Redwood Apartments

Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Graham

฿4,237

฿4,873 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern lighting, and a large window providing natural light.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

A hotel with a tennis court, multiple parking spaces, and a parking lot with several cars.

5. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.6 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Naoko

฿4,162

฿4,787 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.

A balcony with wicker chairs, a round table, and a breakfast setting.

A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, two patterned chairs, a vase with flowers, and framed certificates on the wall.

6. Quest Rotorua Central

Inner City, 2.6 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Nileshni

฿4,122

฿4,740 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with curtains, a towel rack, and a bottle of wine.

A two-story motel with a red roof and a sign advertising 'Sport of Kings' apartments.

A backyard with a swimming pool, stone patio, wooden deck, and potted plants.

7. Sport of Kings Motel

Fenton Park, 1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Kevin

฿3,010

฿3,461 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

A reception area with a white reception desk, orange walls, framed pictures, and a red car visible through the windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a zebra-patterned chair, and a ceiling fan.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a TV, and a kitchenette.

8. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Damian

฿2,640

฿3,036 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

A hot tub in a backyard with a wooden deck, a black wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A modern building with a sign advertising amenities like geothermal heated rooms, an outdoor heated swimming pool, and free Wi-Fi.

9. Aura Accommodation

Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Desmond

฿3,031

฿3,485 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A covered patio with a swimming pool, a table with chairs, and a fenced area with plants.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.

10. Thermal Oak Motel

Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Riana

฿2,643

฿3,039 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, a bar, and a seating area with a chandelier.

A swimming pool with a mural of birds on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a decorative wall.

11. Regent of Rotorua

Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."

Francis

฿4,571

฿5,257 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

A small indoor pool with a blue interior, surrounded by potted plants and a woven basket.

A hotel named Capri on Fenton with a signboard advertising geothermal heated spa pools in each room.

A sign for Capri Rotura NZ advertising a geothermal heated spa pool in each room.

12. Capri on Fenton

Glenholme, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Dorothy

฿3,498

฿4,023 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'

A wooden picnic table with a black umbrella, surrounded by green plants and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

13. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Inner City, 2.5 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Muhammad

฿980

฿1,127 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

Two children playing in a small indoor pool with a window and plants in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

14. Arista of Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Julia

฿3,876

฿4,458 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

15. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Tyler

฿1,819

฿2,091 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with stools, a mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a countertop.

A bathroom with a shower curtain featuring a leaf pattern, a white towel hanging on the wall, and a visible door handle.

A Midway Motel sign with a private courtyard and a covered walkway.

16. Midway Motel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Billie-Jo

฿1,866

฿2,823 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

A room with a wooden interior, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A modern house with a deck, two bean bags, and a grill.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

17. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

3 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Megan

฿3,604

฿4,145 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

A compact kitchen with a window, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.

A motel with a two-story structure, multiple parking spaces, and a fenced driveway.

18. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

Victoria, 2.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Shane

฿2,117

฿2,435 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a shelf with cups and a kettle.

A modern hotel with a pet-friendly sign, a well-lit entrance, and a parking area.

Two yellow armchairs facing each other with a table between them, set against a vibrant, colorful wall mural.

19. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 2.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Umang

฿3,033

฿3,488 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

Two armchairs facing a fireplace with bookshelves and a chandelier in the background.

A couple in a hot tub with a wooden fence in the background.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a vintage telephone.

20. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 2.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Mark

฿3,055

฿3,513 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Top Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village Hotel Reviews

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Central location and plenty of parking. Large and modern rooms, staff very friendly and helpful throughout. Air conditioning / heating a little noisy at times. Overall a good base for a few days exploring the area."

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"It had a great little private hot tub to yourself it was pretty cool."

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good value for money. Hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Not a bad location as well."

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Marcie was so good and relatable. We were up-graded and room was clean and well appointed with a spar which we used. Parking was just below our room. Would stay here again.. recommend 280 284"

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"helpful staff and lots of amenities - to need to worry at all. loved it!"

Park Central Rotorua

8/10 Good

"The rooms were very basic, for the price you can’t complain, A coat hanger would be good just too hang your coats up etc. The room coffee and tea making gear but no milk or fridge so black it is… The staff/reception lady was very helpful. We mixed up our arrival day and she managed to book us into another room for the night with no extra charge.. we booked through Expedia.. Would I stay again….. probably. The place was very close to the redwoods treetop walk which was handy and also close to some restaurants etc."

Ashleigh Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely perfect weekend. Room was clean, bed was comfy and the spa bath was heaven. Great location as well, not too far away from everything but just far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet. Will definitely stay here again."

Regal Palms Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Great staff. Very helpful, friendly and approachable"

Wylie Court

10/10 Excellent

"its very nicee"

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A red wooden structure with intricate carvings and a figure holding a green object.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

9.0/10 (26 reviews)

Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.

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A series of tall poles with decorative elements against a clear blue sky.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

9.4/10 (81 reviews)

Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.

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A rope bridge in a forest with illuminated hanging lights.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

9.6/10 (1,251 reviews)

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

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Rotorua Golf Club

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Rotorua Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Racing Rotorua

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Racing Rotorua during your travels to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a visit to Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Springfield Golf Club

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Springfield Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Rotorua Central Mall

8.0/10 (1,060 reviews)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village is located in a welcoming area of Rotorua known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 86 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?

Adjacent to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Regal Palms Resort and Alpin Motel & Conference Centre.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village.

What can I see and do near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?

Learn about local history at Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum. Local parks like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Government Gardens and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Rotorua Arts Village, Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village hotels

1. Avero

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

3. Kings On Peace

4. Redwood Apartments

5. Regal Palms Resort

6. Quest Rotorua Central

7. Sport of Kings Motel

8. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

9. Aura Accommodation

10. Thermal Oak Motel

11. Regent of Rotorua

12. Capri on Fenton

13. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

14. Arista of Rotorua

15. Apex on Fenton

16. Midway Motel Rotorua

17. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

18. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

19. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

20. Prince's Gate Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Top Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village Hotel Reviews

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Arawa Park Hotel

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Park Central Rotorua

Ashleigh Court Motel

Regal Palms Resort

Wylie Court

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Rotorua Golf Club

Racing Rotorua

Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

Springfield Golf Club

Rotorua Central Mall

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