Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillcrest
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.
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.
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.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Activities
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
Rotorua: Lake Rotorua Cruise with Buffet Dining Option
Volcanic Valley Self Guided Walking and Hiking at Waimangu
Rotorua: Secret Spot Hot Tubs
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Rydges Rotorua
Excellent problem-solving skills. You handled the situation perfectly.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Everything is in very good condition. Decent breakfast. Wish mattress could be a little firmer.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Pullman Rotorua
Nice property and friendly Staff. Unfortunately no pool and no reasonable breakfast. Breakfast room is overcrowded at all times, QR codes for ordering not working.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Sulfur smell not pleasing would not go there again
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
The bar was good. The staff very friendly
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Marsden Stay Rotorua
Value for money but no luxury. Dated but ok
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
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.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Rotorua Night Market.
Fenton Street
You'll love the luxurious spas in Fenton Street, and you might want to stick around to check out Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre, a top place to visit.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Springfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Springfield and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
