Inner City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Inner City
Popular places to visit
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.
Rotorua Central Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Central Mall during your stay in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rotorua Night Market
You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Night Market during your visit to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Rotorua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
Learn about the events happening in Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
Rotorua: Lake Rotorua Cruise with Buffet Dining Option
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
Our pick of the best Inner City Hotel Deals
Prince's Gate Hotel
Satyam checked us in and he was very helpful. We had 3 rooms booked. He was ready with our keys and even recognised us by our name when we walked in. That felt so personalised. One of our rooms was on 2nd floor and he helped us with our luggage when he was just passing by and saw my girls bringing ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Pullman Rotorua
No pool available on property. Very clean rooms and nice hotel staff. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Natural pools were nice.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
One of the most modern looking hotels in Rotorua. Staff was excellent! Super sweet and attentive. Free parking if you’re driving down. Centrally located near by tours and activities. Always check directly with hotel for possible cheaper prices. Overall great stay!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Ambassador Thermal Motel
Room was dirty old and desperately needs paint and love
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Quest Rotorua Central
Very clean room and great service.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Inner City
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.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
