Western Heights Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A geothermal hot spring with clear water, surrounded by rocky terrain and a forested hillside.
A geothermal hot spring with clear blue water surrounded by rocky terrain.
A geothermal area with a hot spring featuring a gradient of colors from green to red.
A bird perched on a tree branch.
A tall palm tree with a central trunk and fronds.

Stay near popular Western Heights attractions

Mount Ngongotaha

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Ngongotaha during your travels in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Activities

Rotorua: Lake Rotorua Cruise with Buffet Dining Option

Rotorua: Lake Rotorua Cruise

AU$63
per adult
Rotorua: Lake Rotorua Cruise
Marama: Geyser Light Trail

Marama: Geyser Light Trail

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Marama: Geyser Light Trail
Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience

Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience

AU$165
per adult
Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience
Rotorua: Jade Experience in a Local Māori Carving Studio

Rotorua: Jade Experience in a Local Māori Carving Studio

AU$37
per adult
Rotorua: Jade Experience in a Local Māori Carving Studio
Ultimate self-drive rail car journey

Ultimate self-drive rail car journey

AU$68
per adult
Ultimate self-drive rail car journey
3Mirage 360 Degree Immersion Virtual Experience

3Mirage 360 Degree Immersion Virtual Experience

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3Mirage 360 Degree Immersion Virtual Experience
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Our pick of the best Western Heights Hotel Deals

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is AU$177 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$177
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and nice pool and hot tubs"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$141 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$141
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Rydges Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$215 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$215
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Super lovely hotel, excellent stay and very comfortable beds! You won’t regret staying here. It is so charming. The restaurant had amazing food and fine dining"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Prince's Gate Hotel
JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
237 Fenton Street Rotorua
The price is AU$153 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$153
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"shops nearby"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua

4 out of 5
3 Bidois Road Rotorua Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$154 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$154
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (418 reviews)
"Great place for a Rotorua stop over, the room was clean & bed comfortable."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Newina Rotorua
Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort

5 out of 5
350 Fenton Street Rotorua
The price is AU$210 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$210
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Regal Palms Resort
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Our guide on where to stay in Western Heights

Find the best Western Heights areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.

A yellow boat with passengers on a lake surrounded by greenery.

Lake Okareka

Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

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

A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

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.

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