What's it like in Holdens Bay?

Travellers to Rotorua's Holdens Bay neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Holdens Bay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Holdens Bay?

Based on our traveller data, Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Holdens Bay. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.

How many hotels will I find in Holdens Bay?

Expedia has 8 Holdens Bay hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Rotorua area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Holdens Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Holdens Bay.

What is there to do in this Rotorua neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Holdens Bay are Lake Rotorua and Te Amorangi Museum. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Sulphur Point and Rotorua Museum are also worth a stop.

Holdens Bay hotels, Rotorua, New Zealand: Rotorua Hotel Guide

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A swimming pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by rocks and trees.

1. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Holdens Bay

Larry

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A pool with water splashing, surrounded by a covered area with a clock and a sign.

2. All Seasons Holiday Park

0.5 km from Holdens Bay

rona

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern building with a restaurant named "ibis Restaurant" and outdoor seating.

3. ibis Rotorua

4.9 km from Holdens Bay

Lynda

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with a metal handrail in the foreground.

4. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Inner City, 4.5 km from Holdens Bay

Paul

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

5. Newina Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 6.6 km from Holdens Bay

Parley-Nicolene

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in coffee station, and a large mirror.

6. Lake Rotorua Hotel

Koutu, 5.8 km from Holdens Bay

Terrianne

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A commercial building with a sign for Drapac HealthBeauty Products, a souvenir shop, and a restaurant named Kawaha.

7. AWA Hotel

Fairy Springs, 7 km from Holdens Bay

GANESAN

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a telephone, and a view of the sea through the window.

8. Sudima Lake Rotorua

4.5 km from Holdens Bay

travis

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lakeside seating area with a view of the sunset over the water.

9. VR Rotorua Lake Resort

8.3 km from Holdens Bay

Carike

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

10. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 5 km from Holdens Bay

Umang

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a marble pillar.

11. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.6 km from Holdens Bay

Peter

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

12. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Ohinemutu, 5.6 km from Holdens Bay

Mei-Chun

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a blue accent, and a view through a glass door.

13. Park Central Rotorua

Fenton Street, 5.2 km from Holdens Bay

Manuel

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story motel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a signboard.

14. Six on Union

Victoria, 5.3 km from Holdens Bay

Sylvester

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of trees.

15. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Inner City, 5.2 km from Holdens Bay

Robert

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

16. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Street, 5.5 km from Holdens Bay

Pumi

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative items.

17. Kiwi As Guest House

Inner City, 4.7 km from Holdens Bay

Grant

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

18. Thermal Oak Motel

Fenton Street, 5.4 km from Holdens Bay

Riana

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

19. Central Stay Hinemaru

4.7 km from Holdens Bay

Renzo

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

20. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

4.9 km from Holdens Bay

CAMERON

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Where to stay in Holdens Bay

Find the best Holdens Bay 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.

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.

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

Inner City

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

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

Lake Okareka

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

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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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A field of white daisies with yellow centers.

Owhata

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

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Top Holdens Bay Hotel Reviews

Rydges Rotorua

8/10 Good

"The breakfast was good, plenty of choice The TV was basic and did not work. We complained and they sent a technician to resolve it. Having free filtered water was a great help. They had two spas, but the jets did not work and the water could have been cleaner, even though it was geothermal. The bath and shower needed safety handles, especially for older guests. The room floor was not the cleanest. Everything else was clean eg bedding and towels. All in all a comfortable stay. Would suit people with children much better or younger people. Lots to do for them."

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

10/10 Excellent

"The property grounds are very lovely, spacious, wonderful trees and green space, plenty of parking, and wonderful views and access to the lake. We used the tennis court, ping pong table, pool, and hot tub during our stay, and they were all great. The pool is not heated, so the water was too cold for our family, but I’m certain it would be very welcoming during the warmer summer months. The hot tub was nice, although some of our group thought it would be nice if it were hotter. The on-site restaurant was excellent. The staff in reception were always friendly and responsive. Our family of five stayed in a three bedroom accommodation, and it had the perfect amount of space. We arrived late afternoon, and check-in was quick and smooth. The beds were comfortable as were the pillows. There were plenty of extra outlets for charging everyone’s phones. There was plenty of kitchenware and fridge space although we didn’t really use any of it this stay. We did encounter some ants on the kitchen counter and dining table even though we didn’t have any food in the place (we ate all of our meals at local restaurants and did not bring back any leftovers/takeaway), but ants can happen anywhere, anytime so we did not get worked up over it. The place was otherwise clean and cozy. If we return to the area, we would happily stay here again."

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Our top choices for Holdens Bay hotels

1. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

2. All Seasons Holiday Park

3. ibis Rotorua

4. Ambassador Thermal Motel

5. Newina Rotorua

6. Lake Rotorua Hotel

7. AWA Hotel

8. Sudima Lake Rotorua

9. VR Rotorua Lake Resort

10. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

11. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

12. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

13. Park Central Rotorua

14. Six on Union

15. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

16. Fenton Court Motel

17. Kiwi As Guest House

18. Thermal Oak Motel

19. Central Stay Hinemaru

20. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

Where to stay in Holdens Bay

Whakarewarewa

Inner City

Lake Okareka

Glenholme

Owhata

Top Holdens Bay Hotel Reviews

Rydges Rotorua

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