The Best Hotels Closest to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve in Rotorua for 2026

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Two wooden tubs with metal bands, a wooden wall, and a metal faucet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, a bench, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

1. Avero

Fenton Park, 0.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Thalia

₩165,874

₩190,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Sumer

₩109,853

₩126,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window.

A lush green landscape with a variety of trees and shrubs, a hill with flowers, and a distant view of hills and a body of water.

A hallway with a door leading to a garden.

3. Geyser Lookout BnB

Tihiotonga, 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Peter

₩148,266

₩177,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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 modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A 5-star apartment complex with a sign indicating vacancy.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a toaster. There is a dining table with chairs and a bowl of fruit.

4. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

David

₩209,001

₩240,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

An aerial view of a residential area with multiple buildings, roads, and a large industrial facility emitting smoke in the background.

A hotel with a tennis court, multiple parking spaces, and a parking lot with several cars.

5. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 0.9 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

"This was our first time staying at this property, and we were very impressed. We stayed in a suite and found the check-in process to be quick and easy. It was also convenient to find a parking space close to our room, and we appreciated the range of facilities on offer. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and the spa bath was more like a spa pool, which was a fantastic bonus. The underfloor heating added an extra touch of comfort...

Terese

₩171,979

₩197,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a window.

A building with a simple, open design, featuring a large A-shaped structure in the foreground and a smaller building with a sloped roof in the background.

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.

6. Rose Apartments and Spa

3.1 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Wendy yu-wen

₩167,202

₩192,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A dining area with a wooden ceiling, a table, and chairs. There is a kitchen visible in the background.

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.

A cozy interior with a high ceiling, wooden panel walls, a dining area, and comfortable seating.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

7. Pure Motel

Fenton Street, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Craig

₩83,452

₩95,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with a view, and a towel rack.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with curtains, a towel rack, and a bottle of wine.

A two-story motel with a red roof and a sign advertising 'Sport of Kings' apartments.

8. Sport of Kings Motel

Fenton Park, 1.3 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

₩138,672

₩159,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A reception area with a white reception desk, orange walls, framed pictures, and a red car visible through the windows.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a TV, and a kitchenette.

9. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Damian

₩110,805

₩127,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a small dining area, and a bed.

A covered patio with a swimming pool, a table with chairs, and a fenced area with plants.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a glass coffee table.

10. Thermal Oak Motel

Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Riana

₩122,535

₩140,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

A wooden picnic table with a black umbrella, surrounded by green plants and a wooden fence.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a checkered floor, and a light fixture at the end.

A building with a sign reading 'Flying Pig Barbecue.'

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Inner City, 2.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Dallas

₩41,203

₩47,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

12. Arista of Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Julia

₩151,095

₩173,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and cabinets.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchenette in the background.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and sink.

13. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Tyler

₩84,811

₩97,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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 room with a wooden interior, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A modern house with a deck, two bean bags, and a grill.

14. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Megan

₩126,862

₩145,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with stools, a mirror, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A Midway Motel sign with a private courtyard and a covered walkway.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a countertop.

A small outdoor patio area with a round table and two white chairs.

15. Midway Motel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Caitlin

₩80,077

₩118,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a clock on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a window, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs.

A motel with a two-story structure, multiple parking spaces, and a fenced driveway.

16. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

Victoria, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Shane

₩89,068

₩102,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A hot tub with wooden benches and a black fence in a backyard.

A bedroom with two beds, a window with shutters, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a sign that reads "Executive On Fenton."

A residential area with houses, a gated driveway, and parked cars.

17. Executive on Fenton

Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Joseph

₩124,701

₩143,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.

A modern kitchen with a microwave and sink, a gray sofa with cushions, and a dining table with orange chairs.

A modern, compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and two bedrooms.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

18. Aurora City Suites Motel

Victoria, 2.4 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Hamish

₩96,385

₩110,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A couple in a hot tub with a wooden fence in the background.

Two armchairs facing a fireplace with bookshelves and a chandelier in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, floral wallpaper, and a chandelier.

19. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 3.2 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Mark

₩130,279

₩149,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a building.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a small balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a backyard with a pool and greenery.

20. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Whakarewarewa, 0.6 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Kane

₩93,155

₩107,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Avero	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua	9.8 Exceptional 122 reviews	View
Geyser Lookout BnB	9.8 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Kings On Peace	9.8 Exceptional 258 reviews	View
Regal Palms Resort	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, clean, great location"

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Park Central Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Only stayed one night but had a lovely peaceful night. Nice clean warm room."

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing very helpful the spa was top notch and very relaxing, after a very busy weekend it was nice to come back to the hotel and relax."

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Room had everything needed and was clean. Great location and very quiet at night."

Ashleigh Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing refurbished room. Loved the spa. Will definitely be back."

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Private hot tub for each room which you filled with fresh hot thermal water each time you used it.very clean"

Wylie Court

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Arawa Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good value for money. Hotel is a bit dated, but otherwise the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. Not a bad location as well."

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

A signboard with information about Pohutu geyser, a wooden boardwalk, and a geyser with steam.

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 geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising, and a turquoise pool surrounded by rocky terrain and greenery.

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 relaxing area.

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A mountain biker navigating a dirt trail through a forest with tall trees.

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 relaxing 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 shops in this family-friendly 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 family-friendly 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 trip 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 enjoy retail therapy 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, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Regal Palms Resort and Alpin Motel & Conference Centre.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, head over to our customer service page.

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.

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Our top choices for Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve hotels

1. Avero

2. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

3. Geyser Lookout BnB

4. Kings On Peace

5. Regal Palms Resort

6. Rose Apartments and Spa

7. Pure Motel

8. Sport of Kings Motel

9. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

10. Thermal Oak Motel

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

12. Arista of Rotorua

13. Apex on Fenton

14. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

15. Midway Motel Rotorua

16. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

17. Executive on Fenton

18. Aurora City Suites Motel

19. Prince's Gate Hotel

20. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Compare popular hotels close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Top Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

Rydges Rotorua

Park Central Rotorua

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Ashleigh Court Motel

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Wylie Court

Arawa Park Hotel

Other attractions near Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Rotorua Golf Club

Racing Rotorua

Springfield Golf Club

Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre

Rotorua Central Mall

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