Holdens Bay Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Skyline Rotorua

4.5/5(370 reviews)

Take in the splendid scenery during a gondola ride and jump in a luge cart to navigate your way down the exciting mountain track.

Skyline Rotorua
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Polynesian Spa

4.5/5(194 reviews)

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

Polynesian Spa
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Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(364 reviews)

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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Mitai Maori Village

4.5/5(120 reviews)

For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.

Mitai Maori Village
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Eat Street

4.5/5(278 reviews)

During your visit to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

Eat Street
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Tamaki Maori Village

4.5/5(94 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village

Activities

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Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour

AU$871
Per adult
Auckland to Rotorua Private Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,085
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Katoa Jet Boat & Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools

AU$154
Per adult
Katoa Jet Boat & Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools
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Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour

AU$55
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Rotorua: The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
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Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

AU$419
Per adult
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way
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Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio

AU$33
Per adult
Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio
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Our pick of the best Holdens Bay Hotel Deals

Arawa Park Hotel
Arawa Park Hotel
4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
The price is AU$109 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$109
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great set down arrangement on arrival. Good easy free parking. Nice meals seemed to be available at any time. Great room. Very nice bed. The most helpful and friendly staff. This is a GREAT GOOD VALUE MOTEL."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Arawa Park Hotel
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
2.5 out of 5
77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$146 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$146
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (494 reviews)
"What I liked was the peacefulness what I didn't like is I thought I booked the room with a jet spa bath but I did not overall was good experience."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Rydges Rotorua
Rydges Rotorua
4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$153 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$153
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very cool location right next to the geysers. Buffet is a little too pricey given the options. Dinner is much better than breakfast. Almost $100 for a family of 3 per meal."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Rydges Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
Pullman Rotorua
5 out of 5
1135 Arawa St, Rotorua
The price is AU$213 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
AU$213
per night
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (343 reviews)
"good stay,parking expensive"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Pullman Rotorua
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 out of 5
9-11 Tutanekai St, P O Box 348, Rotorua
The price is AU$182 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
AU$182
per night
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy 6 spa tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Liked: reception service, excellent bar service, range of smorgasbord food and comfortable beds. Less impressed with dining staff who were generally unsmiling and appeared anxious."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2024

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Sudima Lake Rotorua
4 out of 5
1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua
The price is AU$132 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
AU$132
per night
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (994 reviews)
"Polynesian Pools and lovely walk around lake. Breakfast expensive and muffins not fresh."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Sudima Lake Rotorua
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Other neighbourhoods around Holdens Bay

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Owhata

When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Lake Okareka, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Owhata
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Lynmore

If you're spending some time in Lynmore, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Whakarewarewa Hot Springs are top sights worth seeing.

Lynmore
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Ngapuna

While Ngapuna may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Polynesian Spa and Tamaki Maori Village.

Ngapuna
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Ohinemutu

Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by St. Faith's Anglican Church while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ohinemutu
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Fenton Street

4/5(825 area reviews)

You'll love the luxurious spas in Fenton Street, and you might want to stick around to check out Whakarewarewa Hot Springs, a top place to visit.

Fenton Street
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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 Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Fenton Park

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