Koutu Travel Guide
Rotorua
Popular places to visit
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
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.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing
The Hell's Gate Experience
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
Top hotels in Koutu
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
Loved the bed & pillows.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Red Rock Thermal Motel
I don’t know why people rated so low. It’s a little dated but for the price and the area it’s pretty good. Small hot spring pool is basically a private pool. The bed was clean and comfortable and had full kitchen available with cutlery and plates, cups microwave and oven. I would definitely recommend ...
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Cosy Cottage Thermal Holiday Park
Great space clean and tidy
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
4 Double Beds and 2 Sofa Bed chalet
Rydges Rotorua
Clean and big room. Nice ‘warm’ pool. Laundry facilities was a plus after travelling. Very easy to get uber into downtown.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Staff were great, very helpful. Room was nice and modern.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Koutu
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.
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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
