Mangakakahi Travel Guide
Rotorua
Visit Mangakakahi
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
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.
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
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Top hotels in Mangakakahi
Rydges Rotorua
"Fabulous hot pools,great food close to Redwood treetops- at a very decent cost. Highly recommend staying here"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
"Beautiful room, bed and pools. Staff were great. Had a lovely stay"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Pullman Rotorua
"Quick and easy check in. Modern hotel with a very large room (king with lake view). Only parking option is valet so be prepared to pay for valet upon arrival. Within easy walking distance to more restaurants than you can visit. Disappointed that there wasn't a pool. Didn't like that price for breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Prince's Gate Hotel
"The ambience of the old building in terms of dining room and bedrooms. Staff helpful and food very good (Breakfast and Dinner two nights)"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
"Tired looking hotel"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Marsden Stay Rotorua
"Cleaning of rooms don't happen everyday was not informed and the heat pump wasn't not working in room 41, room 42 the TV was not working, and the staff mentioned room 43 was lucky to have it clean by housekeeping staff, overall experience was poor"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mangakakahi
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park 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.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
