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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village hotels

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

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Clean and fantastic service. We really enjoyed our stay!"
Australia
Vinay
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
Living area

2. Avero

Avero
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 0.5 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The interior of the room was fantastic and really nice to be able to relax in the wooden tub. Staff was really helpful with recommendations of places to visit whilst in Rotorua"
Australia
Scott
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Avero
A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.

3. Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga, 1.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Dave and Shami are wonderful hosts at this bed and breakfast in a quiet neighborhood in the hills above Rotorua. Delicious breakfast too!"
United States
Peter
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Geyser Lookout BnB
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.

4. Kings On Peace

Kings On Peace
4.0 star property
Fenton Park, 1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (260 reviews)
"Everything was great! The lady who runs the place was very helpful. The place is very well maintained & the facilities are terrific. You can also use the connected hotel pool. Great value for the price."
Canada
Janice
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Kings On Peace
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

5. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The gentleman that looked after us was very polite and friendly. And the room was extremely clean, probably the cleanest motel room we've seen. "
Australia
Craig
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Pure Motel
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

6. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 0.6 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Regal Palms Resort
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.

7. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Thermal Oak Motel
A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. Aura Accommodation

Aura Accommodation
4.0 star property
Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (360 reviews)
"The stay was perfect for a night in Rotorua, the location is convenient and everything is within walking distance"
United States
Daniel
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Aura Accommodation
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.

9. Sport of Kings Motel

Sport of Kings Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Park, 1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347 reviews)
"great stay will stay next time"
Australia
Kevin
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sport of Kings Motel
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

10. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City, 2.5 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, and a gray sofa with cushions.

11. Rose Apartments and Spa

Rose Apartments and Spa
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"I would recommend to others. Clean kitchen and facilities."
Australia
Wendy yu-wen
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Rose Apartments and Spa
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

12. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City, 3.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (942 reviews)
"It’s like a semi-upscale roadside motel. Very strange."
United States
Dianne
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Regent of Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

13. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Good location. We'll equipped rooms and the spa tub was wonderful after a long day of sight seeing."
Canada
Charleen
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

14. Arista of Rotorua

Arista of Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Loved our stay at The Arista over Matariki weekend. Great hotel, comfy beds, nice wee kitchenette and of course a spa pool."
Australia
Julia
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Arista of Rotorua
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

15. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
3.5 star property
Glenholme, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Adequate place to spend a night or two."
United States
Dorothy
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Capri on Fenton
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
3 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"The area is great and the campground is really nice."
United States
Omar
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

17. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
2.0 star property
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"The place was spotless, the location ideal."
Canada
JEAN RAYMOND
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Apex on Fenton
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

18. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Victoria, 2.1 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (661 reviews)
"good location to Restaurants and Town"
New Zealand
Shane
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

19. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
2.5 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay at a very convenient location. Good facilities available."
Australia
Kevin
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.

20. Aurora City Suites Motel

Aurora City Suites Motel
2.5 star property
Victoria, 2.2 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (69 reviews)
"Well appointed room and good location. The contactless check in/out procedure was smooth and easy."
Australia
Hamish
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Aurora City Suites Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
148 reviews
View
Living area
Avero
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
15 reviews
View
A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.
Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
64 reviews
View
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.
Kings On Peace
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
260 reviews
View
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.
Pure Motel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Top Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"The room and bathroom are very clean. Marcia was very helpful and let us check in earlier since we arrived at the hotel earlier than expected!"
Raymond 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

A red wooden structure with intricate carvings and a figure holding a green object.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

9.0/10 (26 reviews)
Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village is located in a welcoming area of Rotorua known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 87 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?
Adjacent to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Regal Palms Resort and Alpin Motel & Conference Centre.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?
Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village.
What can I see and do near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?
Learn about local history at Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum. Local parks like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Government Gardens are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Rotorua Arts Village, Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.