What's it like in Whakarewarewa?

Whakarewarewa is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. Are you looking for Whakarewarewa travel tips? Make sure that you visit Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Whakarewarewa?

Based on our traveller data, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Whakarewarewa. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Alpin Motel & Conference Centre and Imperial Hotel Rotorua .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Whakarewarewa?

When you want to find places to stay in Rotorua, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Whakarewarewa.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whakarewarewa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Whakarewarewa.

What is there to do in this Rotorua neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Lake Tikitapu. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Rotorua Golf Club, Racing Rotorua and Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Whakarewarewa. While you're out sightseeing, Springfield Golf Club and Rotorua Central Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rotorua.

The Best Hotels in Whakarewarewa, Rotorua - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

1. Rydges Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Amiee

₹9,770 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

2. Greenview Motel

Whakarewarewa

Tamara

₹5,721 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

3. Birchwood Spa Motel

Whakarewarewa

Kasim

₹5,909 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

4. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Whakarewarewa

Teaupare

₹7,672 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Preesha

₹7,194 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

6. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Springfield, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Annamaria

₹4,054 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

7. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa

Naoko

₹13,788 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

8. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Leslie

₹6,907 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Tyler

₹5,427 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

10. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

Fenton Street, 1 km from Whakarewarewa

Ani

₹5,495 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

11. Brylin Motel

Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa

Cherry

₹5,355 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Family Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

12. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.7 km from Whakarewarewa

Thalia

₹12,101 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

13. New Castle Motor Lodge

Fenton Park, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa

Dean

₹5,825 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

14. Ashleigh Court Motel

Fenton Street, 1 km from Whakarewarewa

"The room was immaculate, clean and comfortable for the two of us. Great bathroom very big and spacious. I had to work for a bit, the desk was spacious and the wifi had good coverage. We did not have a spa pool. Staff very friendly and I used the service sign to have our room serviced; came back and the room was spotless, thank you. Will definitely stay again and the rate was very good. Close to supermarket, town and restaurants so good location."

Tina

₹6,316 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

15. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Fenton Park, 0.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Karen

₹9,644 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

16. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa

Pumi

₹6,027 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

17. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Micaela

₹7,459 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Three-Bedroom House | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, blackout curtains

18. Pure Motel

Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa

Anna-Marie

₹6,412 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Executive Apartment with Spa Pool | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks, bed sheets

19. Wylie Court

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa

rehana

₹10,651 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

20. Arawa Park Hotel

Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa

Jaime

₹7,643 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Inner City

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

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A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

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A field of white daisies with yellow centers.

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

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A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park.

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A church with a red and white facade, a tall steeple, and a view of the sea in the background.

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.

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Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Newina Rotorua

8/10 Good

"The spa was res"

Marsden Stay Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is the star of this hotel. Before the check-in, the woman staff was able to reassure how to access the hotel after hours. It was simple and I got in easily for my 3 nights stay. When I check-out, the man staff was very helpful to store my luggage. When I came back to the hotel, it started to rain. I waited until I can walk to the bus station (intercity) but the rain kept going on. The same man asked me if I wanted to have a poncho. To clarify, this is not expected as a service at the hotel. He went above and beyond. I am so amazed by the attention of the staff. They make you feel good at their place. Other than that, the room is very spacious and clean for the duration. You can open your luggage with ease."

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Great space with comfortable bed, well stocked kitchen and bathroom. All the items you need in a small apartment. Cons- Bedside lamp would be a nice for reading and not having the overhead lights on. Traffic noise was loud at times but just in the front room. Check in and out was quick and easy. Overall, we had a very comfortable two night stay."

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed here for a girls weekend from AKL. We received a room upgrade (Thank you 🙏) staff at reception were lovely and attentive, room was great good view of lake and Polynesian Spa too (which we also took advantage of). We used the pool facility often which was so handy! Room service was good too, to have this option and the Pinacolada at the Bar was delish! Renovated rooms are fab!"

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

8/10 Good

"Good location. Proximity to Eat Street and Lake Rotorua. Wonderful views. Property is well equipped with facilities such as pool and spa. Staff are friendly, especially the breakfast team. Praises to the ladies at the breakfast area, hardworking, polite and welcoming. Property and rooms are very tired, needing renovation throughout all rooms."

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

1. Rydges Rotorua

2. Greenview Motel

3. Birchwood Spa Motel

4. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

5. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

6. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

7. Regal Palms Resort

8. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

9. Apex on Fenton

10. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

11. Brylin Motel

12. Avero

13. New Castle Motor Lodge

14. Ashleigh Court Motel

15. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

16. Fenton Court Motel

17. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

18. Pure Motel

19. Wylie Court

20. Arawa Park Hotel

Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Inner City

Lake Okareka

Owhata

Glenholme

Victoria

Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Newina Rotorua

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