Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Whakarewarewa
Stay near popular Whakarewarewa attractions
Things to do
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
฿1,070
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Family Hot Pools and Freshwater Pool
฿642
per adult
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
฿2,863
per adult
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
฿2,435
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Whakarewarewa
Rydges Rotorua
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿3,137 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,137
฿3,607 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,172 reviews)
"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
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,364 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿2,364
฿2,718 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
"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
7 Tryon St Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,274 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿2,274
฿2,616 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Rotorua ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"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
6 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿1,768 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿1,768
฿2,033 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
7.8/10 Good! (375 reviews)
"Great location and a good accommodation option if you’re travelling on a budget. We had no issues with the staff, and it was family-friendly. The spa was also great. However, it would be nice if the rooms had a fresher smell. The jug could also do with an upgrade, as the inside was quite old and, ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ฿2,947 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,947
฿3,389 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"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
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is ฿3,351 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,351
฿3,853 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"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
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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa
Find the best Whakarewarewa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond
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.
