Springfield Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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 family-friendly area.
Activities
Rotorua: 6 Ziplines, Swing-Bridges & Wildlife Encounters
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience
Our pick of the best Springfield Hotel Deals
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
The whole park had an atmosphere of lack of maintenance. Peeling paint, rotten wood panels, old plumbing/fittings left unused on the walls. The verandah on our cabin felt like we could step through the wood any moment - they had also covered a hole with a mat.. our cabin had no running water - we ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Rydges Rotorua
Reception could improve customer relations, buffet was over priced. Room was clean and spacious. Hotel was quiet at night. Would be nice for pool to stay open later.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Felt that for the price the room was very dated, and an extremely soft bed didn't allow a good sleep. Breakfast was nice.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Clean and spacious room Friendly and helpful staff Tasty breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua is in a great central location in the heart of town. The staff, the few there were, were friendly. The robots all smiled. The check-in offerings to type your personal details into a giant screen, visible to everyone nearby, wasn't a great initial impression. Fortunate that I am tall ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Hotel’s location is handy, close to Eat Street and HotSprings. Plenty of parking, paid or off-street. Rooms as spacious. TV decent size and good channels. The bed is comfy but pillows need to be replaced, worn and tears appearing. Curtains had mould and stains. Bathroom facilities have seen better ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Springfield
Tihiotonga
Tihiotonga might not have many top sights, but Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.
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 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.
