Hillcrest

Rotorua

Popular places to visit

Polynesian Spa which includes a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Polynesian Spa
Skyline Rotorua showing a coastal town, landscape views and general coastal views

Skyline Rotorua

Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Skyline Rotorua
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forest scenes

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Rotorua which includes a river or creek, rainforest and indigenous culture

Mitai Maori Village

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village
Rotorua showing night scenes and markets

Eat Street

During your visit to Rotorua, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Eat Street
Tamaki Maori Village

Tamaki Maori Village

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village

Things to do

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk

P5,739
Per adult
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Tour Day Experience

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Tour Day Experience

P3,305
Per adult
Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Tour Day Experience
Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket

Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket

P1,704
Per adult
Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+

P1,564
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour

P49,915
Per adult
4-Day Auckland to Wellington via Rotorua Tour
Rotorua: Velocity Valley - Pick One Pass

Rotorua: Velocity Valley - Pick One Pass

P2,261
Per adult
Rotorua: Velocity Valley - Pick One Pass
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Top hotels in Hillcrest

Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P6,074 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
P6,074
P6,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and the bed was extremely comfortable, just have to get used to the smell from the sulfur of the Hot Springs."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,773 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
P4,773
P5,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great location
"Great location & service. Unfortunately the pool was not operational"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Arawa Park Hotel
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3 out of 5
463 Old Taupo Road (South End), Rotorua
The price is P3,006 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
P3,006
P3,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Rotorua. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (374 reviews)
"Old fashioned caravan park and facilities. The newer 2 bedroom cabins were spacious and comfortable"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,203 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
P6,203
P7,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 spa tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed are stay at the Novotel Rotorua. It has a great central location with many options for dining walking distance from the hotel. The breakfast buffet was great, as are the thermal hot baths and swimming pool!"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua
4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua
The price is P4,428 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
P4,428
P5,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.8/10 Good! (995 reviews)
"It was nice but outdated, could do with some TLC"

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024

Sudima Lake Rotorua
AWA Hotel
AWA Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Kawaha Point Rd, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,345 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
P3,345
P4,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (172 reviews)
"Needs more parking space"

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

AWA Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest

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Glenholme

While visiting Glenholme, you might make a stop by sights like Whakarewarewa Hot Springs and Racing Rotorua.

Glenholme
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Utuhina

While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Utuhina
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Springfield

Though Springfield might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua International Stadium and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Springfield
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Victoria

Victoria might not have many top sights, but Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Victoria
Hot hot hot springs #rotorua #newzealand #spooky

Fenton Street

1/5(1 area review)

One reason travelers love spending time in Fenton Street is the luxurious spas, and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs is a top place to visit.

Fenton Street
When the roses are Flowering its absolutely beautiful

Fenton Park

While Fenton Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Fenton Park

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