Hotels in Rotorua (North Island, New Zealand)

1284 hotels in Rotorua

  1. Rydges Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Geothermally heated outdoor swimming pool
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    from₹8,808
  2. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

    4 Stars
    Geothermal mineral pools for relaxation
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    from₹13,468
  3. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Relax in heated indoor pool
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    from₹11,810
  4. Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

    4 Stars
    Walk to Kuirau Geothermal Park
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    from₹5,779
  5. ibis Rotorua

    3 Stars
    Select rooms with lake views
    See prices from 7 sites
    from₹8,485
  6. VR Rotorua Lake Resort

    5 Stars
    Modern New Zealand cuisine dining
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  7. Sudima Lake Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Breakfast Buffet at Okareka Restaurant
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    from₹14,244
  8. Lake Rotorua Hotel

    3 Stars
    Outdoor heated swimming pool access
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  9. Ambassador Thermal Motel

    3 Stars
    Three On-Site Thermal Pools
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    from₹7,232
  10. Haka House Rotorua

    5 Stars
    Utilize spacious shared kitchen facilities
    See prices from 4 sites
    from₹6,542
  11. Newina Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Heated outdoor pool and sauna
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    from₹9,024
  12. Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua

    4 Stars
    On-site dining at Atrium Restaurant
    See prices from 2 sites
    from₹12,583
  13. Pullman Rotorua

    5 Stars
    Central location near Eat Streat
    See prices from 7 sites
    from₹16,294
  14. Jet Park Hotel Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Family amenities and play areas
    See prices from 5 sites
    from₹15,512
  15. Wylie Court Motor Lodge

    4 Stars
    Private in-room geothermal spa pools
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    from₹8,743
  16. Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort

    4 Stars
    Private balconies with lake views
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  17. AWA Hotel

    4 Stars
    Modern and clean guest rooms
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    from₹9,530
  18. Thermal Oak Motel

    4 Stars
    On-site geothermal hot tub access
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  19. Stay 280 & Stay 284 Rotorua - Refurbished Modern Accommodation

    4 Stars
    Recently refurbished modern guest rooms
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  20. Birchwood Spa Motel

    4 Stars
    Private outdoor spa bath access
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  21. Six on Union

    3 Stars
    Fully equipped in-room kitchenettes
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  22. Prince's Gate Hotel

    5 Stars
    On-site dining and bar service
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    from₹14,708
  23. Rose Court Motel

    4 Stars
    Private In-Room Hot Tubs
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  24. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

    5 Stars
    Attentive On-Site Guest Services
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  25. ASURE Rotorua International Motor Inn

    3 Stars
    Private spa pools in units
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  26. Apex on Fenton

    4 Stars
    Fully equipped kitchenette units
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  27. Distinction Rotorua Hotel & Conference Centre

    4 Stars
    Three distinct on-site restaurants
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  28. Regal Palms Resort

    5 Stars
    On-site recreational activities and pool
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  29. Braeside Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Private outdoor hot tub access
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  30. Capri on Fenton

    4 Stars
    Proximity to Rotorua central attractions
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  31. Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

    4 Stars
    Heated outdoor pool and spas
    See prices from 6 sites
    from₹9,104
  32. Quest Rotorua Central

    4 Stars
    Central Rotorua CBD location access
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  33. Palm Court Motor Inn

    4 Stars
    Private in-room hot tub access
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  34. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

    4 Stars
    Private outdoor hot tub access
    See prices from 5 sites
    from₹7,962
  35. Red Rock Thermal Motel

    4 Stars
    Tour desk and booking assistance
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The prices and availability we receive from booking sites change constantly. This means you may not always find the exact same offer you saw on trivago when you land on the booking site.

Rotorua - Geothermal Marvels and Māori Tradition

You know you’ve arrived in Rotorua when the smell of sulphur fills the air. This lakeside town on New Zealand’s North Island is built upon a hotbed gushing geysers and fizzing mud pools, held in high regard by the native Māori people who have inhabited the area for hundreds of years. Since Europeans settled here in the 19th century it has grown into a popular tourist destination, with good reason too. Rotorua combines anthropological and natural history like nowhere else in the country.

See the Thermal Wonderland

The most popular area to explore the amazing geothermal phenomenon of Rotorua is the Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Wai-O-Tapu means Sacred Waters in the Māori language, and this place certainly is somethings special. Wander through an ever-changing landscape of unique volcanic features while local guides explain how these colourful geothermal attractions came to be. The famous Lady Knox Geyser is found within the area, which sporadically erupts every day up to heights of 20 metres! Over in Te Puia’s Whakarewarewa Valley you’ll find the even more impressive Pohutu Geyser, which towers 30 metres high and lets off steam at least a few times a day. Even if you just step outside your hotel and take a stroll around the town of Rotorua you’ll come across plenty of geysers, and you won’t have to pay an entry fee to see them!

Discover the Māori Culture

New Zealand was originally settled by Polynesians long before Europeans discovered the islands, but their culture was steadily eroded during the days of colonisation. Rotorua is one of few places left in New Zealand where Māori tradition is strong and still lives on. Around 35% of the population here is Māori, and the Tamaki Māori Village provides visitors with a rare glimpse of the Māori’s traditional way of life. Undeveloped and preserved as a historical sight, there are no luxury developments or flash hotels springing up to cash in on the popularity of this ancient settlement. Explore the village, experience ceremonial rituals and listen to stories that have been passed down through the generations!

Explore the Crater Lakes

Possibly the most overlooked natural attraction of Rotorua is the amazing lake that the city takes its name from. Covering an area of almost 80 square kilometres, Lake Rotorua is the North Island’s second biggest lake, formed by the crater left after the collapse of an ancient volcano. The lake may look calm, but beneath the surface, geothermal activity continues, and the sulphur in the water gives it a fascinating mixed colour of green and blue. There are plenty of hotels with a lake view in Rotorua, and the waters provide great opportunities for fishing if you fancy trying to hook yourself a rainbow trout! If relaxing in a hot spring sounds more appealing then head over to Lake Rotoiti and the Manupirua Springs Hot Pools, which are only accessible by boat. To arrange transport there, ask at your hotel reception for a local water taxi to take you.

Gamble the Night Away

Despite all the natural wonders to see in Rotorua, the city has developed a burgeoning gambling scene that has earned it the nickname of RotoVegas! Take a stroll along Fenton Street after the sun has set and let your eyes soak up the bright neon lights that line the sidewalk. It’s on and around this street that the majority of hotels, motels, and bars are in Rotorua, earning it the reputation of being the strip. Even if you don’t fancy a flutter it’s worth a look, but if you’re feeling lucky then Mo’s Bar and Casino is a great place to start. As long you don’t set your expectations too high you’re sure to have some fun, just don’t imagine it to be anything like the inimitable Las Vegas!

Try a Hāngi Dinner

If there is one local dish that you simply must try while in Rotorua then it’s a Hāngi dinner. The word Hāngi actually pertains to the way the food is cooked rather than the food itself. Hāngi is a traditional Maori method of cooking a feast, by digging a pit in the ground, lighting a fire to heat stones, and then adding wrapped up food on top of the stones before covering it all for a few hours. Ingredients are not strictly set, but usually include meat like chicken and pork along with cabbage, sweet potato, pumpkin, plus rēwena parāoa , a type of sourdough potato bread. If it’s not on your hotel restaurant menu then head out to find it elsewhere!

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