Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillcrest
Stay near popular Hillcrest attractions
Activities
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
AU$371
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Volcanic Valley Self Guided Walking and Hiking at Waimangu
AU$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Rydges Rotorua
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$135 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$135
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,163 reviews)
"Pretty tired and probably doesn’t reflect the star rating it has, one spa pool way too hot (42deg) and the other way too cold (34 deg) the guy took the temp while we were there but considering they’re one of the main features not ideal. Pool was lovely and very warm easy to swim in in winter. Rooms ..."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Pullman Rotorua
1135 Arawa St Rotorua
The price is AU$203 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$203
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (518 reviews)
"Very big spacious rooms, clean, good location but difficult parking without valet."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is AU$163 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$163
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the beds super comfy! Had a great sleep"
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
9-11 Tutanekai St Rotorua
The price is AU$147 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$147
21 July - 22 July
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great breakfast buffet selection, good indoor hot pools, nice bar if you wanted a drink. Our room was basic (as we selected) and was clean enough, had all the sky channels. There were 2x EV chargers if you have an EV vehicle."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
237 Fenton Street Rotorua
The price is AU$119 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$119
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Fast efficient check in friendly staff great room"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$167 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$167
2 July - 3 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Characterful period building, with a sumptuous and grand feel to the public areas. Can't fault the olde worlde atmosphere it creates. Our room (classic room) had been recently renovated with colourful wallpaper and carpet and was very clean and smart, if a little on the chintzy side (eg.,the over-large ..."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Hillcrest
Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa
Whakarewarewa
The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
