Rotorua Hotel Guide. Hotels in Hillcrest, Rotorua, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 3.6 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"Thank you so much - we enjoyed our stay. "
Australia
Ankita
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Newina Rotorua
View from room

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 2.2 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,122 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Australia
??
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Rydges Rotorua
Public bath

Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 2.5 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location and characterful heritage hotel"
United Kingdom
Stephen Noel
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Prince's Gate Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga, 2.4 km from Hillcrest
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"The couple running the BnB were friendly and made our stay very pleasant! The breakfast was amazing!"
United States
Steven
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Geyser Lookout BnB
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
4.0 star property
6.8 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (636 reviews)
"A beautiful location and very friendly and helpful staff at check in "
Canada
Cindy
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Exterior

AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 4.3 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (320 reviews)
"Thecroom was spotless and perfectly adequate. Included a table and chairs and a fridge."
United Kingdom
Keith
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
AWA Hotel
Exterior

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 4.7 km from Hillcrest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Courteous staff and great location "
United States
Umashanker
The price is €615
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

All Seasons Holiday Park

All Seasons Holiday Park
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Hillcrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (552 reviews)
"very good location and close to beach, strongly recommend the hotel. "
United States
Haibin
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
All Seasons Holiday Park
Superior Studio | Terrace/patio

Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fairy Springs, 4.7 km from Hillcrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Nice clean room, lovely staff, had everything we needed."
Australia
Levi
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Ripple Rotorua
Indoor pool, a heated pool

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
2.3 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, amenities, rooms. Very comfortable for our 4 day stay in Rotorua."
Canada
Cathi
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Front of property

Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 6.2 km from Hillcrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (285 reviews)
"The room was perfect and the Llamas were an added bonus. Very easy booking and check in. Very clean room, great shower, helpful staff. Very nice stay."
Australia
John
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hideaway of Rotorua
Courtyard

Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here a number of times and aways our first choice Best in everything "
Australia
Sam
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Regal Palms Resort
View from property

VR Rotorua Lake Resort

VR Rotorua Lake Resort
4.5 star property
14 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely location, nice rooms"
Australia
Daniella
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
Standard Studio Suite | Living area

Lakes Lodge Okataina

Lakes Lodge Okataina
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (34 reviews)
"Beautiful view"
Australia
Nicole
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Lakes Lodge Okataina
Indoor pool

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City, 2.2 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Would recommend. "
United States
Carla
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Restaurant

ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
2.4 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, great location"
Australia
matt
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
ibis Rotorua
Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was lovely and Helen was so amazing! I loved my stay and the staff support. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Amy
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was very nice and the staff was friendly "
Australia
Richard
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Sudima Lake Rotorua
40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Paradise Valley Lodge

Paradise Valley Lodge
3.5 star property
8.2 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely spot- quiet, peaceful with tremendously well planned and tended gardens! The fragrance of gardenias and jasmin is heavenly . Secluded hot tub was perfect. "
United States
Yasemin
Paradise Valley Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Beds were really comfortable and the room was very clean and tidy."
Australia
Strelsa
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Arawa Park Hotel
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Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Lake Okareka which includes a lake or waterhole

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

This is a geothermal area in Rotorua. The local guide took us to the Maori village where we watched the traditional dance including haka. This place is so beautiful it's worth it driving 3 hours from Auckland
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Four of a kind
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand

Inner City

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

Kuirau Park walk in Rotorua, the thermal wonderland of New Zealand.

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.

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Marsden Stay Rotorua

Marsden Stay Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Manager always had a smile. Courteous and involved, Very knowledgeable Love the stay. "
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Marsden Stay Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Hillcrest?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Rotorua's Hillcrest neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Springfield Golf Club as part of your Hillcrest travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hillcrest, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Hillcrest.
What can I see and do in this Rotorua neighbourhood?
Springfield Golf Club is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Hillcrest. While you're out sightseeing in Rotorua, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rotorua International Stadium or Waimangu Cauldron.

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