Whakarewarewa Travel Guide

Rotorua
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve showing a river or creek and a bridge

Popular places to visit

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Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

5/5(21 reviews)

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

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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 family-friendly area.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
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Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

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

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
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Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

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

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
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Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Skyline Rotorua
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Polynesian Spa

5/5(8 reviews)

Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Polynesian Spa

Top hotels in Whakarewarewa

Greenview Motel
Greenview Motel
3 out of 5
418 Fenton Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is ₹4,590 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹4,590
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (311 reviews)
"heated spa pools were good and relaxing road traffic noise may disturb someone"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2024

Greenview Motel
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,855 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹6,855
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We had a small issue with our room and the team immediately upgraded us. We are very appreciative of the service and commend the team on their dedication to make our stay fantastic"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Birchwood Spa Motel
Birchwood Spa Motel
3 out of 5
6 Sala Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is ₹5,148 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹5,148
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and ...
8/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"I liked the spa, very relaxing"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Birchwood Spa Motel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is ₹7,916 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹7,916
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Ideal location
"A great location, but the hotel parking is a bit tight if you have a large vehicle. Room was good with a view of the lake. Storage for E-bikes was provided. Breakfast was great, no real complaints at all."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹5,979 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹5,979
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
"I had a large room with two king size beds. I particularly enjoyed the spa bath in my room after completing the Rotorua Marathon! A very nice restaurant and professional room service."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Arawa Park Hotel
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St, Rotorua
The price is ₹10,305 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹10,305
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (334 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Pullman Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Whakarewarewa

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Fenton Park

Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Fenton Park
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Fenton Street

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

You'll love the luxurious spas in Fenton Street, and you might want to stick around to check out Whakarewarewa Hot Springs, a top place to visit.

Fenton Street
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Glenholme

If you're spending some time in Glenholme, Whakarewarewa Hot Springs and Racing Rotorua are top sights worth seeing.

Glenholme
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Springfield

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Springfield and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Springfield
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Ngapuna

While Ngapuna may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.

Ngapuna
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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.

Victoria

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