Inner City Travel Guide

Rotorua

Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand
Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand
Sunrise in Rotorua
The Rotorua Museum of Art and History grounds in Rotorua, New Zealand. A little bit of Victorian England in New Zealand, the grounds contain lovely gardens and lawn bowl...lawns. Open and clean, it draws a nice mix of locals and tourists. The museum contains a great collection of fine arts and artifacts from the Maori culture.
The Polynesian Spa in Rotorua is a great place to warm up on a rainy day. Go in the morning and you'll have the place to yourself.

Popular places to visit

Rotorua featuring markets and night scenes

Eat Street

During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.

Eat Street
This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard

Tamaki Maori Village

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village
Skyline Rotorua

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.

Skyline Rotorua
Polynesian Spa which includes a lake or waterhole

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.

Polynesian Spa
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest showing forest scenes

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

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

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Rotorua which includes indigenous culture, rainforest and a river or creek

Mitai Maori Village

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village

Top hotels in Inner City

Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St Rotorua
The price is ₹16,087 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
₹16,087
₹18,500 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (493 reviews)
Beautiful room, great location , great service. Great breakfast.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Pullman Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St Rotorua
The price is ₹11,038 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹11,038
₹12,693 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Cons Rooms Tired. Bathroom in particular need of upgrade, basic You have to get milk and water from the restaurant Penny pinching going on in the name of environmental improvements! Swimming pool roped off and not useable Cheap coffee in room Bedside table only on one side of the bed! No amenities ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street Rotorua
The price is ₹9,301 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
₹9,301
₹10,696 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Yes, room was clean and tidy. Staff was very helpful and very well trained

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is ₹11,517 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹11,517
₹13,244 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Loved this hotel and our room was so comfortable. It’s unique and charming

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua

5 out of 5
1278 Haupapa Street Rotorua
The price is ₹4,053 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
₹4,053
₹4,661 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (108 reviews)
Clean and have everything you need. Location and staff were excelent.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Haka House Rotorua
Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central

4 out of 5
1192 Hinemoa Street Rotorua
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,087 reviews)
Pleasant room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Inner City

Saint Faiths Anglican Church, Ohinemutu Maori Village, Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand.

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 Tamaki Maori Village.

Victoria
Driving along Fenton Street on a beautiful sunny day

Fenton Street

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Fenton Street
Ohinemutu showing a church or cathedral and a sunset

Ohinemutu

Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ohinemutu
Kuirau Park walk in Rotorua, the thermal wonderland of New Zealand.

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.

Glenholme
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Utuhina

While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Utuhina
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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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