Mangakakahi Travel Guide
Rotorua
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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

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 Mangakakahi

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

Sudima Lake Rotorua
Everything was lovely except for the strong sulfur smell.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mangakakahi

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

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

Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rotorua International Stadium and Rotorua Central Mall.

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.

Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

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