Fairy Springs Travel Guide
Rotorua
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Popular places to visit
Skyline Rotorua
Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park
Learn about New Zealand’s most famous bird as you explore this comprehensive wildlife park, complete with a lake full of trout and walk through aviaries.
Polynesian Spa
Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Top hotels in Fairy Springs
Newina Rotorua
The staff, the room, and the heated pool….all fantastic!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
AWA Hotel
Tidy room, the fridge in our room had an odd odor, which was rather unpleasant. Very close to hallway so was quite loud during the night. Second stay, first stay was much better.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Ripple Rotorua
Friendly and helpful staff, nice clean rooms and facilities
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hideaway of Rotorua
The room was a great setup for a family with a separate kids room away from the main living area and bedroom. Kitchen was well equipped. YouTube on the tv was helpful with the kids. Bathroom spotless and nice tub. Alpacas, a sheep and bunnies were on the property and the owner gives you food you ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Rydges Rotorua
Great stay, let us check in early, facilities were great. Everything we needed for a 24 hour stay.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Room was spacious and very comfortable beds. Extremely clean hotel with very courteous staff. Within easy reach of local amenities. Breakfast was average and didn’t offer much hot food varieties .
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairy Springs
Kawaha Point
River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.
Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.
Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ngongotaha
Ngongotaha is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Rotorua and Agrodome.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.
