The Best Hotels Closest to Government Gardens in Rotorua - 2026 Updated Prices

A metal archway with lattice patterns and lights, leading to a building.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Government Gardens hotels

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 modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large window.

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

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Glenholme, 1.6 km from Government Gardens

Garrett

Rp1.371.011

Rp1.576.709 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a black refrigerator, and a trash bin.

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

2. Avero

Fenton Park, 2.3 km from Government Gardens

Thalia

Rp2.065.242

Rp2.375.028 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

A building with a prominent 'K' sign, a glass entrance, and a series of windows.

3. Kings On Peace

Fenton Park, 1.8 km from Government Gardens

CHAEYOUNG

Rp2.828.452

Rp3.252.755 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern two-story building with a sign reading "Redwood Apartments."

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with a potted plant, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a kitchen with a black refrigerator and white cabinets.

A modern residential building with a covered driveway, a tree with autumn leaves, and a clear blue sky.

A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a view through sheer curtains.

4. Redwood Apartments

Fenton Park, 2 km from Government Gardens

Graham

Rp2.244.828

Rp2.581.552 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a road.

A hot tub with a wooden deck, a bowl of fruit, and a bottle of wine.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and potted plants.

5. Newina Rotorua

Fairy Springs, 3.2 km from Government Gardens

Parley-Nicolene

Rp1.718.694

Rp1.976.498 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, two patterned chairs, a vase with flowers, and framed certificates on the wall.

A reception area with framed awards on the wall, two black leather chairs with colorful cushions, and a small table with a vase of white flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.

6. Quest Rotorua Central

Inner City, 0.7 km from Government Gardens

Nileshni

Rp2.208.879

Rp2.540.247 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, modern lighting, and a large window providing natural light.

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

7. Regal Palms Resort

Fenton Street, 2.3 km from Government Gardens

Naoko

Rp2.230.461

Rp2.565.030 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a decorative wall.

A swimming pool with a mural of birds on the wall.

8. Regent of Rotorua

Inner City, 0.7 km from Government Gardens

"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."

Francis

Rp2.449.556

Rp2.816.989 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A wooden interior with a hot tub, wooden benches, and a framed picture on the wall.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a small table with a plant.

A modern building with a sign advertising amenities like geothermal heated rooms, an outdoor heated swimming pool, and free Wi-Fi.

9. Aura Accommodation

Inner City, 0.4 km from Government Gardens

Desmond

Rp1.618.521

Rp1.861.299 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

A backyard with a swimming pool, stone patio, wooden deck, and potted plants.

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

10. Sport of Kings Motel

Fenton Park, 1.8 km from Government Gardens

Kevin

Rp1.607.274

Rp1.848.391 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a zebra-patterned chair, and a ceiling fan.

11. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Fenton Street, 1.9 km from Government Gardens

Damian

Rp1.409.734

Rp1.621.215 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

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.

12. Thermal Oak Motel

Fenton Street, 1.5 km from Government Gardens

Riana

Rp1.416.037

Rp1.628.443 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

A bathroom with a blue bathtub, a wooden bench, a towel rack, and a potted plant.

A hotel named Capri on Fenton with a signboard advertising geothermal heated spa pools in each room.

A sign for Capri Rotura NZ advertising a geothermal heated spa pool in each room.

13. Capri on Fenton

Glenholme, 1.7 km from Government Gardens

Dorothy

Rp1.868.114

Rp2.148.368 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

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

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

14. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Inner City, 0.8 km from Government Gardens

Muhammad

Rp525.289

Rp604.082 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A tall palm tree with a textured trunk and dense foliage against a clear sky.

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.

Two children playing in a small indoor pool with a window and plants in the background.

15. Arista of Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Government Gardens

Julia

Rp2.069.922

Rp2.380.410 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.

A backyard with a barbecue grill, a wooden table, and benches.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove.

16. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Ohinemutu, 1.6 km from Government Gardens

Mei-Chun

Rp1.229.716

Rp1.414.173 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

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 stove, sink, and cabinets.

17. Apex on Fenton

Fenton Street, 2 km from Government Gardens

Tyler

Rp1.394.968

Rp1.604.213 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

A modern log cabin bedroom with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a sofa bed, and a large sliding glass door to the outside.

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

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

18. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

1.4 km from Government Gardens

Megan

Rp1.909.989

Rp2.196.487 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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 bathroom with a shower curtain featuring a leaf pattern, a white towel hanging on the wall, and a visible door handle.

19. Midway Motel Rotorua

Fenton Street, 1.5 km from Government Gardens

Billie-Jo

Rp996.434

Rp1.507.317 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier, leading to a room with patterned wallpaper and a vintage telephone.

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

20. Prince's Gate Hotel

Inner City, 0.3 km from Government Gardens

Mark

Rp1.637.153

Rp1.882.726 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Government Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Avero	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Kings On Peace	9.8 Exceptional 257 reviews	View
Redwood Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
Newina Rotorua	9.4 Exceptional 399 reviews	View

Top Government Gardens Hotel Reviews

Pullman Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

8/10 Good

"Central location and plenty of parking. Large and modern rooms, staff very friendly and helpful throughout. Air conditioning / heating a little noisy at times. Overall a good base for a few days exploring the area."

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."

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Marcie was so good and relatable. We were up-graded and room was clean and well appointed with a spar which we used. Parking was just below our room. Would stay here again.. recommend 280 284"

Quest Rotorua Central

8/10 Good

"The apartment unit was spacious very clean and comfortable for our week stay. Staff were very helpful and friendly, very good customer service."

Aura Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location near the waterfront and within minutes walk from Eat Street. Spacious rooms and good facilities. Staff were excellent. Would highly recommend. Free parking and two on site mineral spa's and heated outdoor pool."

ibis Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, perfect for what I needed. Slightly unfortunate that the water didn't work initially, but the team were swift at rectifying. Great location also"

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

8/10 Good

"great staff very helpful"

Ambassador Thermal Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The hot pools and the rooms were very comfortable. Near town and Rotorua lake."

Other attractions near Government Gardens

A group of men performing a traditional dance with long sticks in a tropical setting with dense foliage and wooden structures.

Tamaki Maori Village

8.8/10 (276 reviews)

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.

See properties

A tranquil indoor pool with a view of a lake and mountains.

Polynesian Spa

8.8/10 (879 reviews)

Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

See properties

Rotorua Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Rotorua Museum during your travels in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

See properties

Rotorua Energy Events Centre

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Rotorua Energy Events Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

See properties

Rotorua Arts Village

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rotorua Arts Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

See properties

Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

See properties

Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre

9.0/10 (196 reviews)

Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Rotorua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

See properties

Rotorua Night Market

8.8/10 (110 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Rotorua Night Market during your visit to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Government Gardens?

Government Gardens 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, take a look at the 96 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Government Gardens?

Adjacent to Government Gardens, Prince's Gate Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Other good options close by include Millennium Hotel Rotorua and Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.

How many hotels will I find near Government Gardens?

Expedia has 96 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Government Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Government Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Government Gardens.

What can I see and do near Government Gardens?

Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, Tama-te-Kapua Meeting House and Te Amorangi Museum. You can wander around Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Kuirau Park or Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Rotorua Arts Village, Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance while you're exploring the area around Government Gardens.

Search Hotels Near Government Gardens, Rotorua

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Government Gardens hotels

1. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

2. Avero

3. Kings On Peace

4. Redwood Apartments

5. Newina Rotorua

6. Quest Rotorua Central

7. Regal Palms Resort

8. Regent of Rotorua

9. Aura Accommodation

10. Sport of Kings Motel

11. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

12. Thermal Oak Motel

13. Capri on Fenton

14. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

15. Arista of Rotorua

16. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

17. Apex on Fenton

18. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

19. Midway Motel Rotorua

20. Prince's Gate Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Government Gardens

Top Government Gardens Hotel Reviews

Pullman Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

Arawa Park Hotel

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Quest Rotorua Central

Aura Accommodation

ibis Rotorua

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Ambassador Thermal Motel

Other attractions near Government Gardens

Tamaki Maori Village

Polynesian Spa

Rotorua Museum

Rotorua Energy Events Centre

Rotorua Arts Village

Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre

Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre

Rotorua Night Market

Frequently asked questions