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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Rotorua Central	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,108 reviews	View
Regent of Rotorua	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 930 reviews	View
Aura Accommodation	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 347 reviews	View
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua	1.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews	View
JetPark Hotel Rotorua	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View

Where to stay in Inner City

Find the best Inner City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

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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 may 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 Government Gardens.

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Lynmore

When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Inner City Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff is friendly, room is clean and with beautiful decorations, breakfast is delicious but at the end all the fruits are gone, no replacements, the 19th century building is well maintained, the piano in the lounge area is definitely a plus!"

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

8/10 Good

"Room well appointed and beds comfy. Room has thermal heater which heats the room so well and quickly. Balcony a bonus. Mess room had all you'd need. Kids loved pool. Need a hook on bathroom door for toilet bags as bench space is limited. No kitchen cloth or face cloths either. Central location can get very noisy. Walls & glazing are very thin - you can hear everything from outside, neighbours and those above. It seems some people live there: activity from top floor was constant at night until 1 or 2am. Not great for young children. A large, loose panel under the sink in the bathroom looked like a hazard for young children too. Digital check in and digital room key are awesome. When we checked in (early) we were offered to reserve parking for $10 - we booked it. On arrival, there were no carparks available. The property says "1st in 1st served". I took this to mean if you book and are charged for a carpark, you will have a carpark. Noting this isn't the case! I notified this through check in feedback to the property manager but wasn't offered a refund. The photos for this property show adults relaxing in a circular pool that appears to be a spa. This is misleading since there's a sign (not pictured) that says this is a children's pool and it's mildly heated but not warmer than the pool. Our room listing had both "outdoor pool" and "private pool" listed - no private pool. Also no minibar as listed. For the price point, it's ok. But advertising could be more accurate"

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Nice hostel in the centre of Rotorua - It is within walking distance to many of the main attractions such as Sulphur Point and Kuirau Park. Staff were friendly and the facilities (especially the kitchen) were clean. The hostel also had a pool table and table tennis table. Unfortunately, these weren't available in an evening because the reception area was closed and locked after a certain time (6pm I believe). Parking was plentiful on the street outside and this was free after 12 on a Saturday and all day on Sunday. It is also free after 5pm most days I believe. I would stay here again for cheap, convenient accommodation in Rotorua."

Frequently asked questions

What is Inner City like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Rotorua's Inner City neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village as part of your Inner City travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Inner City?

Based on our traveller data, Pullman Rotorua is one of the top choices for your stay in Inner City. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Polynesian Spa, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Prince's Gate Hotel and Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Inner City?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options in Inner City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rotorua area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Inner City.

What are the top things to see and do in Inner City?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Inner City, consider Rotorua Night Market, Rotorua Central Mall and Eat Street, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Tamaki Maori Village and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Inner City include Lakes Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua Arts Village and Polynesian Spa. When you're sightseeing in Rotorua, Government Gardens and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance are also worth a stop.

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Pullman Rotorua

Prince's Gate Hotel

Quest Rotorua Central

Regent of Rotorua

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Aura Accommodation

Astray Motel

Lake Lodge Motel

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Kowhai motel

Kiwi As Guest House

Rotorua Citizens Club

Urban Lounge Sleepery, SureStay Collection by BW

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Pukaki Holiday Apartments

Haka House Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

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Where to stay in Inner City

Lake Okareka

Whakarewarewa

Owhata

Ngapuna

Lynmore

Top Inner City Hotel Reviews

Prince's Gate Hotel

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