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.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Tamaki Maori Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Tamaki Maori Village in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Activities
Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket
Geothermal Mineral Baths Experience: Pavilion Pools for 12+
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio
Taupo: Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Owhata Hotel Deals
Cozy and private guest suite/apartment
Fantastic holiday in Rotovegas.Went very smoothly. Thanks very much Mike!
Reviewed on 20 July 2025
Rydges Rotorua
Excellent breakfast buffet. Large, spacious facility with clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff for a reasonable price. It doesn’t get any better.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Absolutely loved it. However we were not given the room we actually booked. We booked the superier king bed lakefacing. We got a room with 2 queen beds. They could not move us as had no lakefacing superier rooms available. Said Expedia double booked? Not a big deal but disappointing on our special ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay wish we booked more nights!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
The parking was good.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Owhata
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lake Okareka
Travellers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 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.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
