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A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
Glenholme, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
United States
Garrett
€78
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a black refrigerator, and a trash bin.
A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, a bench, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

2. Avero

Avero
Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Canada
Thalia
€118
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Avero
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.
A 5-star apartment complex with a sign indicating vacancy.
A building with a prominent 'K' sign, a glass entrance, and a series of windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a toaster. There is a dining table with chairs and a bowl of fruit.

3. Kings On Peace

Kings On Peace
Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
CHAEYOUNG
€161
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Kings On Peace
A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a view through sheer curtains.
A patio with a table and chairs, a pergola, and a wooden fence.
A modern residential building with a covered driveway, a tree with autumn leaves, and a clear blue sky.

4. Redwood Apartments

Redwood Apartments
Fenton Park, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Graham
€120
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Redwood Apartments
A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, two patterned chairs, a vase with flowers, and framed certificates on the wall.
A reception area with framed awards on the wall, two black leather chairs with colorful cushions, and a small table with a vase of white flowers.

5. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
Inner City, 2.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Anna
€113
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Quest Rotorua Central
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.
A two-story motel with a red roof and a sign advertising 'Sport of Kings' apartments.
A hot tub with a child and an adult.
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with curtains, a towel rack, and a bottle of wine.

6. Sport of Kings Motel

Sport of Kings Motel
Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Kevin
€92
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Sport of Kings Motel
A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a table, and chairs. There is a kitchen visible in the background.
A cozy interior with a high ceiling, wooden panel walls, a dining area, and comfortable seating.
A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and two wall sconces.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding and blue pillows, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

7. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Craig
€60
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pure Motel
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.
An aerial view of a residential area with multiple buildings, roads, and a large industrial facility emitting smoke in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.
A hotel with a tennis court, multiple parking spaces, and a parking lot with several cars.

8. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Naoko
€127
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small dining area, and a bed.

9. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Riana
€73
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Thermal Oak Motel
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, and a gray sofa with cushions.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining table with chairs and a potted plant.
A park with a pond, a concrete path, and a statue.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a window.

10. Rose Apartments and Spa

Rose Apartments and Spa
3.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Wendy yu-wen
€114
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Rose Apartments and Spa
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.
A small indoor pool with a blue interior, surrounded by potted plants and a woven basket.
A sign for Capri Rotura NZ advertising a geothermal heated spa pool in each room.
A bathroom with a blue bathtub, a wooden bench, a towel rack, and a potted plant.

11. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
United States
Dorothy
€95
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Capri on Fenton
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.
A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A wooden picnic table with a black umbrella, surrounded by green plants and a wooden fence.

12. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
Inner City, 2.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Muhammad
€30
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

13. Arista of Rotorua

Arista of Rotorua
Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Julia
€110
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Arista of Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets.

14. Apex on Fenton

Apex on Fenton
Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Tyler
€55
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Apex on Fenton
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with stools, a mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A bathroom with a shower curtain featuring a leaf pattern, a white towel hanging on the wall, and a visible door handle.
A Midway Motel sign with a private courtyard and a covered walkway.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a countertop.

15. Midway Motel Rotorua

Midway Motel Rotorua
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Billie-Jo
€75
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Midway Motel Rotorua
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A modern log cabin bedroom with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a sofa bed, and a large sliding glass door to the outside.
A modern house with a deck, two bean bags, and a grill.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Canada
Megan
€66
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.
A modern hotel with a pet-friendly sign, a well-lit entrance, and a parking area.
Two yellow armchairs facing each other with a table between them, set against a vibrant, colorful wall mural.
A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "Laughter is brightest where the food is good."

17. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Fenton Street, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Gayle
€93
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.
Two armchairs facing a fireplace with bookshelves and a chandelier in the background.
A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a vintage telephone.
A couple in a hot tub with a wooden fence in the background.

18. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
Inner City, 3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
United States
Barbara
€71
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Prince's Gate Hotel
A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with grey cabinets and a microwave.
A modern, compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and two bedrooms.
A modern kitchen with a microwave and sink, a gray sofa with cushions, and a dining table with orange chairs.

19. Aurora City Suites Motel

Aurora City Suites Motel
Victoria, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Shu Sin
€58
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Aurora City Suites Motel
A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.
A residential area with houses, a gated driveway, and parked cars.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and built-in refrigerator.
A building with a sign that reads "Executive On Fenton."

20. Executive on Fenton

Executive on Fenton
Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Australia
Joseph
€95
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Executive on Fenton
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Compare popular hotels close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

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
9.8
Exceptional
98 reviews
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Avero
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
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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
9.8
Exceptional
256 reviews
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A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."
Redwood Apartments
9.8
Exceptional
38 reviews
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A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
Quest Rotorua Central
9.4
Exceptional
1,113 reviews
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Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Would definitely recommend this accommodation. Our 2bdrm unit was a good size, very clean, had a huge spa bath, and was very quiet. Heat pump was good, lots of tv options, and even an air fryer though we didn’t use it. Handy carpark and very close to get everywhere in Rotorua"
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Great staff. Very helpful, friendly and approachable"
Cynthia 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Regal Palms Resort
Wylie Court

Wylie Court

10/10 Excellent
"its very nicee"
Aester 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Wylie Court
Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Arawa Park Hotel is a lovely hotel so peaceful the staff are nice, I loved my time there and really enjoyed my stay and would recommend them to everyone"
Rochelle 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arawa Park Hotel
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

8/10 Good
"The room is clean. Staff is nice. But we didn’t have a chance to experience the spa"
yu 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great hotel and wonderfully warm in winter with thermal central heating. Room was quaint and comfortable. Bed was a little hard for me."
Christine 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Prince's Gate Hotel
JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Basic but always clean and safe and my destination to stay here when I’m in Rotorua only build would be would be great if they upgraded the televisions to be able to get Netflix on"
Scott 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Great Hotel for the kids. Pool was always empty and was right next to the kids centre which had plenty of games and activities to keep them entertained. Staff were friendly and breakfast buffet had great options, fresh food and topped up frequently."
Sekone Setu 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Rydges Rotorua
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Last minute booking, easy quick, friendly staff, stress free, rooms clean tidy definitely recommend"
Te Whuru 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

A series of tall poles with decorative elements against a clear blue sky.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

9.4/10 (81 reviews)
Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.
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A traditional building with a steeply pitched roof, ornate red detailing, and a central entrance.
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Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

8.8/10 (273 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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A rope bridge in a forest with illuminated hanging lights.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

9.6/10 (1,251 reviews)
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.
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Rotorua Golf Club

7.4/10 (3 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Rotorua Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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Racing Rotorua

8.4/10 (18 reviews)
You can take time to visit Racing Rotorua during your travels to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this romantic area.
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Springfield Golf Club

8.0/10 (17 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Rotorua at Springfield Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a visit to Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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Rotorua Central Mall

8.0/10 (1,060 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Central Mall during your stay in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve 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.
Where is the best place to stay close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Adjacent to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, 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 Alpin Motel & Conference Centre and Regal Palms Resort.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
What can I see and do near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?
Explore landmarks like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Government Gardens or Kuirau Park. Bring the family to Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre while you're checking out the area near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.