Koutu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Kaituna River and Tutea Falls Whitewater Rafting
Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk
Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience
Off-Road 4WD Buggy Adventure from Rotorua
Our pick of the best Koutu Hotel Deals
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
Great pools. Quick drive or short walk to the centre. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Red Rock Thermal Motel
I don’t know why people rated so low. It’s a little dated but for the price and the area it’s pretty good. Small hot spring pool is basically a private pool. The bed was clean and comfortable and had full kitchen available with cutlery and plates, cups microwave and oven. I would definitely recommend ...
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park
The room is clean and the staff is very friendly. Loved and enjoyed the hot spring tubs with outdoor swimming pool.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
4 Double Beds and 2 Sofa Bed chalet
Rydges Rotorua
Room clean good food cool place for kids
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Koutu
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.
Kawaha Point
River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
