Whakarewarewa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Whakarewarewa
Stay near popular Whakarewarewa attractions
Activities
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
AU$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
AU$383
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
AU$230
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio
AU$38
per adult
Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua
AU$54
per adult
Our pick of the best Whakarewarewa Hotel Deals
Rydges Rotorua
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$151 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$151
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,172 reviews)
"Phone wasn’t working to call to reception. Power plug locating at the bathroom wasn’t operating at all."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
16 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$110 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$110
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
"Perfect for families! We are super impressed staying at this little apartment. It was perfect for our families needs, very clean and tidy, the host was lovely and welcoming. It was spacious and had a great layout and it was so warm when we checked in, with extra heaters/cooling fans. The main living ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
7 Tryon St Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$105 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$105
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Rotorua ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Our room was freezing cold. The heating was not on when we arrived and took hours to warm up. We had to sleep in layers of clothes to stay warm."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Birchwood Spa Motel
6 Sala Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$86 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$86
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village ...
7.8/10 Good! (375 reviews)
"Great location and a good accommodation option if you’re travelling on a budget. We had no issues with the staff, and it was family-friendly. The spa was also great. However, it would be nice if the rooms had a fresher smell. The jug could also do with an upgrade, as the inside was quite old and, ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$143 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$143
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is AU$162 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$162
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Those at the front desk weren’t very welcoming and talked among themselves while standing there being unacknowledged. One of our biggest reasons for booking here was the heated swimming pool, however it wasn’t heated but very cold. The coffee from barista in breakfast room was terrible and very expensive. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Whakarewarewa
Find the best Whakarewarewa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
