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, Haiku Pathway and Sulphur Point are also worth a stop.

Rotorua Hotel Guide. Hotels in Holdens Bay, Rotorua, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Holdens Bay hotels

2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

Holdens Bay

Cindy

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Kawaha Point, 5.6 km from Holdens Bay

Michael

includes taxes & fees

5 May - 6 May

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Hana Lodge

Ngongotaha, 11.3 km from Holdens Bay

Simon

includes taxes & fees

10 May - 11 May

Koura Lodge

Kawaha Point, 5.4 km from Holdens Bay

Mark

includes taxes & fees

10 May - 11 May

Geyser Lookout BnB

Tihiotonga, 7.9 km from Holdens Bay

Steven

includes taxes & fees

10 May - 11 May

Treetops Lodge & Estate

16.6 km from Holdens Bay

Jennine

includes taxes & fees

23 Apr - 24 Apr

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Terrace/patio

B&B @ the Redwoods

Lynmore, 3.9 km from Holdens Bay

Debra

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

On The Point - Lake Rotorua

Kawaha Point, 5.5 km from Holdens Bay

William

includes taxes & fees

27 Apr - 28 Apr

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

Newina Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 6.6 km from Holdens Bay

Nadraj

includes taxes & fees

29 Apr - 30 Apr

Rydges Rotorua

Whakarewarewa, 6 km from Holdens Bay

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

27 Apr - 28 Apr

Pullman Rotorua

Inner City, 4.7 km from Holdens Bay

Sanjay

includes taxes & fees

10 May - 11 May

Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 4.6 km from Holdens Bay

Donna

includes taxes & fees

4 May - 5 May

2 double and 1 sofa beds chalet 7D

Fairy Springs, 6.3 km from Holdens Bay

includes taxes & fees

17 Apr - 18 Apr

Hideaway of Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 7.9 km from Holdens Bay

John

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

Solitaire Lodge

9.7 km from Holdens Bay

Ron

includes taxes & fees

1 May - 2 May

Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

4.9 km from Holdens Bay

PETER

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park

Lake Okareka, 7.8 km from Holdens Bay

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Paradise Valley Lodge

11.8 km from Holdens Bay

Yasemin

includes taxes & fees

29 Apr - 30 Apr

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.6 km from Holdens Bay

Tomoko

includes taxes & fees

10 May - 11 May

1 Bedroom garden chalet 7B

Fairy Springs, 6.3 km from Holdens Bay

includes taxes & fees

18 Apr - 19 Apr

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Where to stay in Holdens Bay

Find the best Holdens Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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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.

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Owhata

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

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Inner City

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

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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.

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Top Holdens Bay Hotel Reviews

ibis Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was good, with hot food and fresh fruits. The staff was helpful. The location is excellent.. easy walk to the lake, the Visitor Information Center."