Victoria 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 Victoria
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Just a great place. Friendly staff who were very helpful. Clean spacious rooms. Good location. Breakfast pretyy good for price.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Rotorua Motel
We enjoyed our stay. Motel offered clean accomodations, kitchen, whirlpool style tub, 15 minute walk to tourist centre and buses, outdoor pool and hot tub.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Six on Union
Clean room, pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
Simple and comfortable. The receptionist was very helpful in planning our stay. Close to shops and to the Polinesian spa.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Fernleaf Motel
There was loud rumbling at night, like water being pumped.Little sleep. Never worked out where it was coming from. Check in host was very helpful and friendly. Bed was comfortable. Everything was very clean. Appreciated swimming pool after 18km hike!! Spa dilapidated. Area needs simple tidy up but ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
3 Double and 1 Double Sofa Beds House
Other neighbourhoods around Victoria
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Fenton Street
Spas and lake views are some things travellers note about Fenton Street. Check out Rotorua Central Mall or Polynesian Spa while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
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.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Fenton Park
Though Fenton Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
