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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve hotels

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

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay with the team, friendly staff and clean motel. Would be happy to stay again"
Australia
Ross
The price is ฿3,035
฿3,491 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

2. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great location accommodation that felt welcoming, relaxing and upmarket."
Australia
Penny
The price is ฿4,409
฿5,070 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Avero
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."

3. Redwood Apartments

Redwood Apartments
3.0 star property
Fenton Park, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Really great place to stay and with lots of small touches that made it feel like home. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿4,069
฿4,679 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Redwood Apartments
A concrete building exterior with a wooden staircase leading to a door.

4. Central Apartments Rotorua

Central Apartments Rotorua
3.0 star property
Inner City, 3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Excellent location, easy walk and town."
Australia
Sunil
The price is ฿3,602
฿4,142 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Central Apartments Rotorua
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

5. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is ฿4,232
฿4,867 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Regal Palms Resort
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.

6. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"A very impressive Motel, we were delighted with everything from arrival to departure. Lovely greeting at reception, fabulous spacious apartment, the best kitchen utensils we’ve had on our travels around NZ, good parking, powerful shower, and comfortable bed. We definitely recommend this property, and will happily book again for our next visit."
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is ฿3,016
฿3,468 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Thermal Oak Motel
A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and two wall sconces.

7. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The gentleman that looked after us was very polite and friendly. And the room was extremely clean, probably the cleanest motel room we've seen. "
Australia
Craig
The price is ฿2,173
฿2,499 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Pure Motel
A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a stone pathway.

8. Sport of Kings Motel

Sport of Kings Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347 reviews)
"great stay will stay next time"
Australia
Kevin
The price is ฿3,413
฿3,925 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sport of Kings Motel
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

9. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable for what we needed. Best was the location for the sites we were visiting."
United States
Dave
The price is ฿2,842
฿3,268 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A hot tub with a control panel, surrounded by a wooden fence and a dark-colored deck.

10. Rose Apartments and Spa

Rose Apartments and Spa
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"I would recommend to others. Clean kitchen and facilities."
Australia
Wendy yu-wen
The price is ฿4,070
฿4,681 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rose Apartments and Spa
A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City, 2.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
The price is ฿1,102
฿1,267 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

12. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
3.5 star property
Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (532 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed,great shower pressure and lovely quiet location with wonderful staff & management"
Australia
Karen
The price is ฿3,439
฿3,955 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Capri on Fenton
A residential street with houses, a palm tree, and a 'VACANCY' sign.

13. Arista of Rotorua

Arista of Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Loved our stay at The Arista over Matariki weekend. Great hotel, comfy beds, nice wee kitchenette and of course a spa pool."
Australia
Julia
The price is ฿3,573
฿4,109 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Arista of Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

14. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"The place was spotless, the location ideal."
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
The price is ฿2,088
฿2,401 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Apex on Fenton
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

15. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was clean and well presented."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is ฿2,866
฿3,295 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable with great, easy access to walk into eat street and lake area. Amazing value, would not hesitate to recommend or book again. Staff was also super friendly"
Canada
Nicole
The price is ฿2,395
฿2,754 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A building with a sign that reads "Executive On Fenton."

17. Executive on Fenton

Executive on Fenton
4.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (951 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay friendly helpful staff and the hotel has a dog named simba who pretty much lived with us while we were there and made the stay even better"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿2,830
฿3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Executive on Fenton
A wooden hot tub with a bench and a potted plant in a corner.

18. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
2.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Janette
The price is ฿4,802
฿5,522 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A rectangular swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and a house in the background.

19. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Booked a two bedroom suite, spot on. Great staff, very helpful and informative. Easy walk to the downtown district."
United States
WILLIAM
The price is ฿5,038
฿5,794 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Prince's Gate Hotel
A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

20. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Springfield, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"The park catered for our needs"
Australia
Ricky
The price is ฿1,319
฿1,516 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
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Compare top hotels near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

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

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

2.0 star property
Glenholme, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

Avero

3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."

Redwood Apartments

3.0 star property
Fenton Park, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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A concrete building exterior with a wooden staircase leading to a door.

Central Apartments Rotorua

3.0 star property
Inner City, 3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

Regal Palms Resort

5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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9.8
Exceptional
161 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
16 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
39 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
The price is ฿3,035
฿3,491 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The price is ฿4,409
฿5,070 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The price is ฿4,069
฿4,679 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is ฿3,602
฿4,142 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The price is ฿4,232
฿4,867 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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  • Yes, Pool
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  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

A buffet area with various food options, including salads, fruits, and seafood.

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,191)
The price is ฿3,587
฿4,125 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rydges Rotorua

Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Love clean motel with really nice staff. Plenty of parking and 15 minutes walk into the centre of town."
Nadeem 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

A signboard with information about Pohutu geyser, a wooden boardwalk, and a geyser with steam.

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve 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 88 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Adjacent to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, 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 should I expect to find near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Expedia has 88 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
What can I see and do near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Explore landmarks like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Government Gardens or Kuirau Park. Bring the family to Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre while you're checking out the area near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.