Owhata

Rotorua

Photo by Jan Hammond
Photo by Jan Hammond

Popular places to visit

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
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
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 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 family-friendly area.

Eat Street
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
Tamaki Maori Village

Tamaki Maori Village

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to 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

P5,495
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude, Nighttime Fast Pass, & Treewalk
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

P8,659
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner
Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Tour Day Experience

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Day Tour

P3,164
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Day Tour
Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket

Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket

P1,632
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+

P1,497
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

P3,497
per adult
Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide
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Top hotels in Owhata

Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P5,789 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
P5,789
P6,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Really nice although due to location coukd smell sulphur from the hot pools"

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua
3 out of 5
273 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is P3,943 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P3,943
P4,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua are located ...
7/10 Good! (101 reviews)
"The property is under renovation, but the room we had was newly renovated and was lovely, the only downside was there was no AC although there are fans, The front of house staff were amazing and very helpful, The room was serviced as requested,"

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025

Marsden Stay Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is P6,864 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P6,864
P7,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Thermal pools were awesome."

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is P3,668 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
P3,668
P4,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
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)
"Arawa hotel is a fine option for the Rotorua area. It is a bit old. The room is very spacious, but most things in the room look relatively old. The restaurant though is very good and very spacious! Staff service (both at lobby front desk and the restaurant) is excellent. There are some restaurants ..."

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025

Arawa Park Hotel
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua
4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua
The price is P6,177 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
P6,177
P7,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (994 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3 out of 5
463 Old Taupo Road (South End), Rotorua
The price is P3,001 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
P3,001
P3,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (406 reviews)
"Cottage was cosy, staff were friendly & helpful. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Owhata

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Hannahs Bay

While Hannahs Bay might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.

Hannahs Bay
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Lynmore

While visiting Lynmore, you might make a stop by sights like Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs.

Lynmore
Lake Okareka showing a lake or waterhole

Lake Okareka

Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Lake Okareka
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Ngapuna

While Ngapuna isn't home to many top sights, Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ngapuna
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
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

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