Koutu Travel Guide

Rotorua

Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua

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 showing 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 which includes indigenous culture, rainforest and a river or creek

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 exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village
Rotorua featuring markets and night scenes

Eat Street

During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.

Eat Street

Things to do

Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū

Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū

Rp2.644.580
per adult
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

Rp653.015
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Entry Ticket

Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk

Rp636.658
per adult
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk
The Hell's Gate Experience

The Hell's Gate Experience

Rp1.126.395
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Hell's Gate Experience
Surrounded by incredible Glow Worms on Kayak Tour in Rotorua

Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Rp1.851.206
per adult
Glow Worm Kayak Tour
Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa

Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa

Rp783.090
per adult
Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa
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Top hotels in Koutu

Cleveland Thermal Motel

Cleveland Thermal Motel

3 out of 5
113-119 Lake Road, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.227.458 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.227.458
Rp1.411.542 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (427 reviews)
"This is my second time to book a room with them and they did not disappoont. The room is nice and clean with a cozy feel. Everything you need is there ready to be used. Staff is friendly and accomodating. Will book again soon! ❤️"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Cleveland Thermal Motel
Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel

3.5 out of 5
109 Lake Road, Rotorua
The price is Rp811.085 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp811.085
Rp932.748 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (354 reviews)
"It was great and easy access for me in the area it was in. Didn`t get chance to check out he hot tub this time but was OK last time."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Red Rock Thermal Motel
Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park

Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
67-69 Whittaker Road, Rotorua
The price is Rp850.555 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp850.555
Rp978.162 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach holiday park in Rotorua. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua ...
8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
"Pools were great"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park
Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.253.076 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.253.076
Rp1.441.043 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua

Marsden Stay Rotorua

3 out of 5
273 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp854.373 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp854.373
Rp982.529 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (229 reviews)
"Nice and cool rooms and private parking"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Marsden Stay Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua
The price is Rp1.358.559 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.358.559
Rp1.562.343 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Bed was lovely and the refurbished rooms were great. Bathroom and shower awesome"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Koutu

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Ohinemutu

Unique features of Ohinemutu include the spas and lake views. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua or St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.

Ohinemutu
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Mangakakahi

Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.

Mangakakahi
Mitai Maori Village

Kawaha Point

River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.

Kawaha Point
Rotorua Museum of Art and History featuring interior views as well as an individual child

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.

Inner City
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Utuhina

While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Utuhina
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Victoria

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Victoria and surrounding area, you can visit Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Victoria

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