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This culturally rich city lies at the heart of NZ's geothermal centre, with hot water splashing and mud bubbling in every direction.
Most accomodation here takes advantage of the hot water and sulphur springs, offering rooms and hotels with private and group hot pools. Visitors can enjoy a skin treatment at one of the beauty spas, or jump into a mud pool for a do-it-yourself treatment.
Geysers are lively features which shoot scalding water into the air and steam seeps from cracks in the ground. There is a lingering hint of sulphur in the air, reminding you that the land here is very much active.
On the 16 scenic lakes close to town you can enjoy the most relaxing or exciting times. Fishing is allowed on 11 of the lakes, and the streams and rivers that feed them. Enthusiasts from around the world come here to land one of the plentiful brown, rainbow and brook trout.
Enjoy Rotorua's free attractions including Butchers Pool, the Redwoods at Whakarewarewa Forest, Sulphur Bay Walkway, Rotorua Arts Trail, a plethora of Maori culture, Government Gardens, St Faith's Church or the crater walks at Rainbow Mountain.
- Wander through the exhibits and grounds of Rotorua Museum of Art and History
- Take tea onboard a paddle-steamer on Lake Rotorua
- Zorb, bungy, agro-jet or ride the swoop at Agrodome Adventure Park
- See Phutu geyser in Te Whakarewarewa, Rotorua's largest thermal reserve
- Skydive, kayak, mountain bike, 4WD, off-road luge or horseride
- Take a helicopter flight or biplane adventure
- Get a birdseye view of Lake Rotorua on a goldala ride up Mt Ngongotaha
- Explore the mud pools, crater lake and mineral baths of Kuirau Park
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Accommodation
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Rotorua Accommodation - Hotels- User rating:
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Set in park surroundings on the shores of Lake Rotorua the Novotel Lakeside Rotorua the perfect destination for your holiday accommodation. ...
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Rotorua Accommodation - HotelsCentrally located in the city beside mystical Lake Rotorua and just a brief stroll to the Rotorua Museum of Art and History, Convention Centres...
Hamurana Lodge
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Hidden in the hills of Rotorua, Hamurana Lodge accents luxurious comfort with vistas of mountains, Lake Rotorua and fragrant fields. ...
Nicara Lakeside Lodge
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Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, Nicara Lakeside Lodge is a beautifully appointed Lodge providing 5 star luxury accommodation ideal for...
Ann's Volcanic Rotorua Motel
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Ann's Volcanic - Exceptional accommodation - A finalist for New Zealand Tourism, Featured-listed 10 yrs: 'Lonely Planet' Guide &...
Activities
StillWater Trout Fishing & Lake Charters
Rotorua Activities - FishingYour guide has over 15 years experience fishing the wonderful lakes of Rotorua.
Stillwater Trout Fishing operate an all-weather craft and...
New Zealand Language Institute
Rotorua Activities - Schools CoursesSituated right in the heart of Rotorua city, The New Zealand Language Institute is here to provide professional education in English and western...
Clearwater Charters New Zealand
Rotorua Activities - Boating, YachtingWhatever the occasion, a small intimate gathering or large group looking for freshwater excitement, you can be assured of the highest standard of...
The Valley Paintball & Outdoor Centre
Pyes Pa Activities - Adventure- User rating:
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Teambuilding progammes designed to fit your needs. The High and Low ropes course is one of the most comprehensive in NZ.
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Rotorua Duck Tours
Rotorua Activities - Boating, YachtingRotorua Duck Tours offer amphibious sightseeing tours that are like no other, centrally located in Rotorua City.
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Dining
Zanellis Italian Cuisine
Rotorua Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsFor more than 20 years, the very best of traditional, authentic regional dishes have been on offer at Zanellis, where you can dine in an intimate...
crazy cow cafe
Putaruru Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsCafe offering excellent coffee and a high standard of funky food in an enviroment thats relaxing and simply funky beyond words...
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Capers Epicurean
Rotorua Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsCapers opened in October 2001 and has a passion to provide fresh quality food in an environment that caters equally well for breakfast, lunch...
The Grumpy Mole Saloon Rotorua
Rotorua Dining - Bars, Clubs, PubsSituated in Arawa Street Rotorua, the Grumpy Mole Rotorua is the place to be seen dancing on the table in Rotorua.
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1 Travel Comment
this is one of the best places in NZ everybody should finf time to go there
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