Holdens Bay Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(370 reviews)

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
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Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(364 reviews)

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

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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Polynesian Spa

4.5/5(194 reviews)

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
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Mitai Maori Village

4.5/5(120 reviews)

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

Mitai Maori Village
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Eat Street

4.5/5(278 reviews)

During your visit to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Eat Street
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Tamaki Maori Village

4.5/5(94 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village

Activities

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Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour

AU$871
Per adult
Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,085
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour

AU$55
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
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Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

AU$419
Per adult
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way
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Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

AU$3,932
Per adult
Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group
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Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane

AU$472
Per adult
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
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Our pick of the best Holdens Bay Hotel Deals

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3 out of 5
463 Old Taupo Road (South End), Rotorua
The price is AU$84 per night from 30 May to 31 May
AU$84
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Rotorua. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (317 reviews)
"Cabin was clean and tidy, no milk was provided for a coffee in morning, bed was comfortable"

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
2.5 out of 5
77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay, Rotorua
The price is AU$112 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$112
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (495 reviews)
"Lovely stay, gorgeous lake views. Very pleased. Perfectly clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$154 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$154
per night
20 May - 21 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good but car park was full when we came back at 9pm so had to park our car outside."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel
Prince's Gate Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$111 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$111
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice hotel conveniently locate to garden and parks
"An old but well maintained and nicely decorated in old english style. Room is spacious except bedroom a bit squeeze but bed is comfortable. Only setback was the bathroom washing basin have separate hot and cold tap."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Prince's Gate Hotel
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is AU$164 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$164
per night
23 May - 24 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Location is great."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$124 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$124
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
"I had a large room with two king size beds. I particularly enjoyed the spa bath in my room after completing the Rotorua Marathon! A very nice restaurant and professional room service."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Arawa Park Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Holdens Bay

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Hannahs Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Hannahs Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.

Hannahs Bay
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Owhata

When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Owhata
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Lynmore

If you're spending some time in Lynmore, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs are top sights worth seeing.

Lynmore
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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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Fenton Street

4/5(825 area reviews)

You'll love the luxurious spas in Fenton Street, and you might want to stick around to check out Whakarewarewa Hot Springs, a top place to visit.

Fenton Street
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Fenton Park

Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Fenton Park

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