Waiotapu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rotorua which includes forest scenes as well as a small group of people
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland featuring a bridge and a hot spring
Rotorua which includes a park as well as an individual child
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland featuring a hot spring and mist or fog
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

We’re putting the challenge out there: visit Wai-O-Tapu and see how quickly your photos of this Thermal Wonderland become your desktop wallpaper.

New Zealand’s volcanic activity flaunts its finest form at Wai-O-Tapu. Get your camera ready because this place is picture perfect. Follow the well-marked trails through the otherworldly landscape passing New Zealand’s largest mud pool and the bubbly character called the Champagne Pool. An experience to savour, allow for around three hours to take in all there is to see. Buy a ticket to the area online or on the day. Your pass includes access to see Lady Knox Geyser in all her glory.

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$131 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$131
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"Close to attractions, but not to shopping. No complaints, except dining was a bit overpriced."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Rydges Rotorua
Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
The price is AU$184 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$184
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, clean and convenient, the staff are very friendly and accommodating, however the only issue we had is the pool and spa are being maintained so couldn't be used but they do provide access to Polynesian Spa family pools, and parking is also under maintenance, would be good to be informed ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Prince's Gate Hotel
Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
1270 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua
The price is AU$164 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$164
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is great, but unfortunately picked the wrong time to stay as during the school holidays and there were a lot exited kids running around, up and down the hallways."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama

4 out of 5
1420 Hamurana Road, RD4, Rotorua, Mourea
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Mourea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
"The lake view was very beautiful and peaceful. The unit was very clean, spacious and fully equipped. It was great for a family. The restaurant onsite was very good. The spa pool needed a good clean as it wasn't very inviting."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central

4 out of 5
1192 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,046 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, comfortable & practical. The room had a kitchen with all you needed, and the bathroom also contained a washer /dryer which was an added plus to our travels. The hotel was close to restaurants, stores and tourist attractions. The staff were very polite, helpful and welcoming."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Quest Rotorua Central
Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua

3.5 out of 5
4 Barnard Road, Rotorua
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Rotorua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Skyline Rotorua and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (481 reviews)
"Loved the pool and spa being outside and warm in spring! Location nice a quiet and very close to the luge. Friendly, relaxed and happy staff, nothing a problem. Beautiful setting, mini golf, crystal clear stream and bush at back of property. Clean rooms and fresh. Great functional kitchen with all ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Ripple Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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