Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua





Visit Whakarewarewa
Stay near popular Whakarewarewa 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 Whakarewarewa

Rydges Rotorua
"Phone wasn’t working to call to reception. Power plug locating at the bathroom wasn’t operating at all."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
"Perfect for families! We are super impressed staying at this little apartment. It was perfect for our families needs, very clean and tidy, the host was lovely and welcoming. It was spacious and had a great layout and it was so warm when we checked in, with extra heaters/cooling fans. The main living ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
"Our room was freezing cold. The heating was not on when we arrived and took hours to warm up. We had to sleep in layers of clothes to stay warm."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Birchwood Spa Motel

Prince's Gate Hotel
"My room was on ground level and accessed from outside the building. It felt very safe. The room was beautiful and bed very comfortable. There was a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathroom was modern and spotless. Great location as you can walk everywhere. I went to Fat Cat café for ..."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
"Those at the front desk weren’t very welcoming and talked among themselves while standing there being unacknowledged. One of our biggest reasons for booking here was the heated swimming pool, however it wasn’t heated but very cold. The coffee from barista in breakfast room was terrible and very expensive. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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.














