Waiotapu Travel Guide

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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland featuring a bridge and a hot spring
We’re putting the challenge out there: visit Wai-O-Tapu and see how quickly your photos of this Thermal Wonderland become your desktop wallpaper.

New Zealand’s volcanic activity flaunts its finest form at Wai-O-Tapu. Get your camera ready because this place is picture perfect. Follow the well-marked trails through the otherworldly landscape passing New Zealand’s largest mud pool and the bubbly character called the Champagne Pool. An experience to savour, allow for around three hours to take in all there is to see. Buy a ticket to the area online or on the day. Your pass includes access to see Lady Knox Geyser in all her glory.

Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$136 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$136
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the hot pool and spa! Very comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is AU$165 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$165
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 spa tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 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
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$215 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$215
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
"The rooms were incredibly quiet - there was zero noise from outside our room, which is rare for a centrally located hotel. The room was spacious, clean & modern. The "open plan" style with the toilet and shower opening directly onto the room was a little "confronting" - even sharing the room with ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Pullman Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
4 out of 5
1420 Hamurana Road, RD4, Rotorua, Mourea
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Mourea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (437 reviews)
"No breakfast option except for weekend. Was great property and very helpful staff! Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Quest Rotorua Central
Quest Rotorua Central
4 out of 5
1192 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (937 reviews)
"Location was good, check in/out was easy. Facilities are a bit dated but otherwise fine for a short stay."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Quest Rotorua Central
Kings On Peace
Kings On Peace
4 out of 5
4A Peace Street, Fenton Park, Rotorua
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
"Awesome stay!!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2024

Kings On Peace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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