Ngongotaha Travel Guide
Rotorua





Visit Ngongotaha
Popular places to visit

Agrodome
Breathe in the fresh country air and interact with an array of adorable animals at this working farm.

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.

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.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Things to do

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing

The Hell's Gate Experience
Top hotels in Ngongotaha

Hana Lodge
The hotel is beautiful. Perfect luxury with the importance in the details that counts. Interior design is fabulous and the food is delicious. Intimate but warm. And the attention is great. Specially Raiv who really made us felt at home. We would love to come back and want to recommend it as a top ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Very comfortable bed. Didn’t care for breakfast. Very crowded. Liked the bittle refill station.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Room, staff and amenities were outstanding! Will definitely stay here next time we are in Rotorua!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
A relaxing location just outside of Rotorua. Family friendly with great facilities including board games, sports equipment and bike hire. Pricey during peak season but worth the money.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Pullman Rotorua
Great experience, quality hotel and staff. We will be back.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Arawa Park Hotel
Excellent location!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ngongotaha

Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.

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.

Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.

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.

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

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

