What's it like in Whakarewarewa?

Whakarewarewa is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful lakeside setting and golfing. Are you looking for Whakarewarewa travel tips? Be sure to check out Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Whakarewarewa?

Based on our traveler data, Rydges Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Whakarewarewa. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Alpin Motel & Conference Centre and Imperial Hotel Rotorua .

How many hotels will I find in Whakarewarewa?

When you want to find places to stay in Rotorua, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Whakarewarewa.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whakarewarewa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Whakarewarewa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Whakarewarewa?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Whakarewarewa, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Rotorua neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, and Lake Tikitapu. Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Rotorua Golf Club, Racing Rotorua, and Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Whakarewarewa. While you're out sightseeing, Springfield Golf Club and Rotorua Central Mall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rotorua.

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

1. Rydges Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Wei

₩144,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Greenview Motel

Whakarewarewa

Tamara

₩90,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

3. Birchwood Spa Motel

Whakarewarewa

Kasim

₩86,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

4. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Whakarewarewa

Kane

₩116,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Whakarewarewa

Preesha

₩111,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool | View from room

6. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Damian

₩105,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa

Naoko

₩204,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

8. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Garrett

₩126,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Family Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

9. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.7 km from Whakarewarewa

Thalia

₩189,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Executive Apartment with Spa Pool | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks, bed sheets

10. Wylie Court

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa

Mohammed

₩167,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

11. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Fenton Park, 0.5 km from Whakarewarewa

Leah

₩152,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

12. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

Fenton Street, 1 km from Whakarewarewa

Ani

₩82,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

13. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Springfield, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Annamaria

₩78,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

14. New Castle Motor Lodge

Fenton Park, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa

Danielle

₩103,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

15. Executive on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa

Joseph

₩153,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

16. Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

Glenholme, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa

Te Rangiataahua

₩155,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

17. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa

CHAEYOUNG

₩259,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.1 km from Whakarewarewa

Tyler

₩89,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

19. Fenton Court Motel

Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa

Pumi

₩100,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

20. Ashleigh Court Motel

Fenton Street, 1 km from Whakarewarewa

"The room was immaculate, clean and comfortable for the two of us. Great bathroom very big and spacious. I had to work for a bit, the desk was spacious and the wifi had good coverage. We did not have a spa pool. Staff very friendly and I used the service sign to have our room serviced; came back and the room was spotless, thank you. Will definitely stay again and the rate was very good. Close to supermarket, town and restaurants so good location."

Tina

₩100,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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Compare popular hotels in Whakarewarewa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 633 reviews	View
Rydges Rotorua	4.5 star property	8.2 Very Good 1,180 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel Rotorua	4.0 star property	7.8 Good 69 reviews	View
Birchwood Spa Motel	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 374 reviews	View
Greenview Motel	3.0 star property	6.0 361 reviews	View

Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Find the best Whakarewarewa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a lake, surrounded by hills and dense greenery.

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall.

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A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

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A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

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A field of white daisies with yellow centers.

Owhata

If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.

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Ngapuna

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

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Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Sudima Lake Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay - we were upgraded to a Deluxe twin and woke to a lovely view of the lake. The staff were friendly and we enjoyed our breakfast."

Marsden Stay Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is the star of this hotel. Before the check-in, the woman staff was able to reassure how to access the hotel after hours. It was simple and I got in easily for my 3 nights stay. When I check-out, the man staff was very helpful to store my luggage. When I came back to the hotel, it started to rain. I waited until I can walk to the bus station (intercity) but the rain kept going on. The same man asked me if I wanted to have a poncho. To clarify, this is not expected as a service at the hotel. He went above and beyond. I am so amazed by the attention of the staff. They make you feel good at their place. Other than that, the room is very spacious and clean for the duration. You can open your luggage with ease."

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa hotels

1. Rydges Rotorua

2. Greenview Motel

3. Birchwood Spa Motel

4. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

5. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

6. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

7. Regal Palms Resort

8. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

9. Avero

10. Wylie Court

11. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

12. Rotorua Coachman SPA Motel

13. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

14. New Castle Motor Lodge

15. Executive on Fenton

16. Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

17. Kings On Peace

18. Apex on Fenton

19. Fenton Court Motel

20. Ashleigh Court Motel

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Where to stay in Whakarewarewa

Inner City

Lake Okareka

Glenholme

Owhata

Ngapuna

Top Whakarewarewa Hotel Reviews

Sudima Lake Rotorua

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