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Rotorua

Kakahi falls is the largest hot water falls in the Southern Hemisphere. #newzealand #geothermal #waterfalls #rotorua #hellsgate
Kakahi falls is the largest hot water falls in the Southern Hemisphere. #newzealand #geothermal #waterfalls #rotorua #hellsgate
This place was interesting. If you've never seen geothermal activity before it's super interesting. Huge area that takes about an hour to walk. I still liked wai-o-tupo "better", if I had to pick one... But they both are very different and it was pretty cool to see all the bubbling mud. And if your already there to soak in the mud and use the spa, checking out the grounds in a no brainer
This place is awesome! Hells Gate mud pools an Sulphur baths. A really great relaxing day just covering yourself in mud and then relaxing in the hot pools after. Just remember to take your sun glasses and don't get the mud in your eye!!
This place was interesting. If you've never seen geothermal activity before it's super interesting. Huge area that takes about an hour to walk. I still liked wai-o-tupo "better", if I had to pick one... But they both are very different and it was pretty cool to see all the bubbling mud. And if your already there to soak in the mud and use the spa, checking out the grounds in a no brainer

Popular places to visit

Skyline Rotorua

Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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

5/5(8 reviews)

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

5/5(21 reviews)

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 featuring markets and night scenes

Eat Street

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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

Eat Street
Rotorua which includes indigenous culture, rainforest and a river or creek

Mitai Maori Village

5/5(10 reviews)

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village
Amazing sight, the hot springs in this traditional Maori village. Very smelly!

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

4.5/5(18 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.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Things to do

Warriors paddling the ancient war canoe

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Rp1.690.905
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour

Rp769.712
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
The Hell's Gate Experience

The Hell's Gate Experience

Rp1.150.616
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Hell's Gate Experience
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

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

Rp1.470.787
per adult
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Rp3.061.638
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
Geothermal Lakeside Bathing Experience - Deluxe Lake Spa

Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing

Rp799.928
per adult
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing
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Top hotels in Tikitere

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa Rotorua Bay of Plenty
The price is Rp1.750.290 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
Rp1.750.290
Rp2.012.808 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,102 reviews)
Great stay, let us check in early, facilities were great. Everything we needed for a 24 hour stay.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Rydges Rotorua
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street Rotorua
The price is Rp2.921.659 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp2.921.659
Rp3.359.908 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Great location. Very clean and good amenities.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua

4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street Rotorua
The price is Rp2.152.782 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp2.152.782
Rp2.475.699 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (995 reviews)
This is a good place to stay in Rotorua! Rooms are clean, and comfortable! Staff is friendly! Nice option having a bar on site.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua

5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.966.036 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
Rp2.966.036
Rp3.410.941 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (484 reviews)
Everything was awesome

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Pullman Rotorua
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

4 out of 5
1420 Hamurana Road Mourea
The price is Rp2.647.856 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.647.856
Rp3.044.994 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Mourea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Okere ...
9/10 Wonderful! (586 reviews)
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

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St Rotorua
The price is Rp1.793.620 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.793.620
Rp2.062.663 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
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Other neighbourhoods around Tikitere

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Hannahs Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Hannahs Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.

Hannahs Bay
Four of a kind

Owhata

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

Owhata
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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.

Lynmore
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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 Tamaki Maori Village.

Ngapuna
Lake Okareka showing a lake or waterhole

Lake Okareka

Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Lake Okareka
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

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