What's it like in Whakarewarewa?

Whakarewarewa is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. Are you looking for Whakarewarewa travel tips? Make sure that you visit Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Whakarewarewa?

Based on our traveller data, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Whakarewarewa. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Alpin Motel & Conference Centre and Imperial Hotel Rotorua .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Whakarewarewa?

When you want to find places to stay in Rotorua, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Whakarewarewa.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Whakarewarewa.

What is there to do in this Rotorua neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Lake Tikitapu and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Rotorua Golf Club, Racing Rotorua and Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Whakarewarewa. While you're out sightseeing, Springfield Golf Club and Rotorua Central Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rotorua.

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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

1. Rydges Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Zelma

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.

2. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Whakarewarewa

Kane

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio area.

3. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Preesha

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A patio area with a table and chairs under a white umbrella, surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.

4. Birchwood Spa Motel

Whakarewarewa

Kasim

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A child in a swimming pool with a wooden deck surrounding it.

5. Greenview Motel

Whakarewarewa

Tamara

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

6. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa

"This was our first time staying at this property, and we were very impressed. We stayed in a suite and found the check-in process to be quick and easy. It was also convenient to find a parking space close to our room, and we appreciated the range of facilities on offer. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and the spa bath was more like a spa pool, which was a fantastic bonus. The underfloor heating added an extra touch of comfort...

Terese

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Damian

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall, a marble-topped table, and a bench.

8. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.7 km from Whakarewarewa

Thalia

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central counter, and a staircase.

9. Arawa Park Hotel

Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa

Rochelle

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.

10. Thermal Oak Motel

Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa

Riana

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

11. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 2.3 km from Whakarewarewa

Umang

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

12. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Sumer

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

13. Central Stay Hinemaru

2.6 km from Whakarewarewa

Renzo

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a glass door leading to a balcony. The balcony has a barbecue grill, a hot tub, and a grill cart.

14. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa

David

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

15. Newina Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 5.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Parley-Nicolene

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

16. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Springfield, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Erika

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a table, and chairs. There is a kitchen visible in the background.

17. Pure Motel

Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa

Craig

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

18. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Mark

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a landscaped garden.

19. ibis Rotorua

3.4 km from Whakarewarewa

amanda

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern two-story building with a central staircase, large windows, and a flat roof.

20. Central Apartments Rotorua

Inner City, 3 km from Whakarewarewa

Tane

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Whakarewarewa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 642 reviews	View
Rydges Rotorua	4.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,178 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel Rotorua	4.0 star property	7.8 Good 70 reviews	View
Birchwood Spa Motel	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 378 reviews	View
Greenview Motel	3.0 star property	6.0 362 reviews	View

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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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Dramatic geysers of Te Puia, Rotorua Geothermal Park, New Zealand

Lynmore

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

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Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

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."

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely no-nonsense accommodation in Rotorua, on the main strip and close to many of the attractions. I would stay here again. Only downside is there seems to be only one washing machine and dryer for the entire block of apartments! We were quite lucky that they happened to be unused when we needed it."

Newina Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the private outside hot tub, completely private . Plenty of water to fill it between uses. The room is spacious. The bathroom was modern and the shower impeccable with glass enclosure. We always bring the our own coffee machine but there were other options for coffee. It was close to all amenities and attractions. The staff was super accommodating. I did t use the stove but fridge was spacious for our needs."

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

1. Rydges Rotorua

2. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

3. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

4. Birchwood Spa Motel

5. Greenview Motel

6. Regal Palms Resort

7. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

8. Avero

9. Arawa Park Hotel

10. Thermal Oak Motel

11. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

12. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

13. Central Stay Hinemaru

14. Kings On Peace

15. Newina Rotorua

16. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

17. Pure Motel

18. Prince's Gate Hotel

19. ibis Rotorua

20. Central Apartments Rotorua

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Glenholme

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Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

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