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Vacation rentals in Rotorua

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Rotorua

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Apartment in Rotorua
Black Door On Grand Vue
Spacious modern refurbished downstairs guest suit on Kawaha Point a quiet street with views of the lake and town. Suitable for two adults only no children . double glazed furnished seperate bedroom with queen bed , work space, seperate lounge area with kitchenett ,microwave fridge , toaster and jug , (no oven or hot plate. )smart TV . Seperate bathroom. Own driveway , private entrance with keyless entry, off street private parking. We are 4.5 kilometres from town and you will need a vehicle .
$68 per night
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Guesthouse in Hamurana
The Cabin - Fantail Grove, Hamurana, Rotorua.
The Cabin is located at Hamurana, in a 2 acre garden setting 350m from Lake Rotorua. Located 120 m from the owners house and is completely private. All around are Sugar Maples with ferns and native plants underneath which attract the fantails. Purpose built and architecturally designed in 2019 as a holiday retreat using passive home guidelines. The cabin is a 15 minute drive from Rotorua CBD, close to all tourist attractions while allowing you the peace and quiet of a luxury retreat.
$140 per night
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Apartment in Okere Falls
Tranquil Couples Retreat Rotorua- Okere Falls.
This architecturally designed bach enjoys a private sunny aspect, with stunning views across Lake Rotoiti. It is located in a quiet street surrounded by trees. Features include: full sun, north facing deck with BBQ and views of the lake, double glazing, heat pump, wood fire, full kitchen with dishwasher, large oven, gas hobs and microwave. Bring your boat and leave at jetty at the end of road for trout fishing, trips to the lake-side hot mineral pools and exploring the lake.
$134 per night

Stay near Rotorua's top sights

Redwoods Treewalk150 locals recommend
Polynesian Spa131 locals recommend
Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest117 locals recommend
Skyline Rotorua199 locals recommend
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village40 locals recommend
Kuirau Park59 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Rotorua

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Guesthouse in Rotorua
Riverside Cottage on Lake Rotorua
$83 per night
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Villa in Hamurana
Toka Ridge Lake View Lux Villa 1bd w/ HotTub
$287 per night
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Cottage in Rotorua
Wildberry Cottage -secluded modern farm retreat
$159 per night
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Guesthouse in Rotorua
Urban Oasis: Modern, Cosy & Stylish with Spa
$77 per night
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Guest suite in Rotorua
Harptree Private Suite & Pool at the Redwoods
$86 per night
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Loft in Rotorua
Self contained apartment, close to town and forest
$78 per night
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Home in Rotorua
The Gallery
$198 per night
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Home in Rotorua
Forest & mountainbike heaven
$134 per night
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Guest suite in Rotorua
Parawai Bay Lakeside Retreat
$230 per night
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Guest suite in Rotorua
Mountain bikers, glowworm lovers retreat
$93 per night
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Apartment in Rotorua
Panoramic View Apartment
$94 per night
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Home in Hamurana
Stairway to Haven
$220 per night

Your guide to Rotorua

All About Rotorua

On the southern shores of magnificent Lake Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, the city of Rotorua is a lively urban hub in the midst of a wild natural landscape. Mokoia Island in the center of the lake is the setting of one of New Zealand’s most well-loved stories from Māori mythology, in which the beautiful Hinemoa swims out to the island to join her lover Tutanekai.

There are a number of carefully-recreated Māori villages nearby, such as Tamaki and Te Puia, where you can watch performances and listen to ancient stories of the Māori people. You won’t forget the hāngi, where food is buried underground with hot stones and shared out.

Rotorua is a key place to witness New Zealand’s famous geothermal activity, with a variety of parks featuring spectacular geysers, steaming pools, and bubbling mud. The area has also become an internationally-recognized mountain biking destination thanks to a string of MTB parks, from Redwood Forest and Whakarewarewa to the gondola-assisted Skyline Gravity Park.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Rotorua

Rotorua is in the Bay of Plenty region, where the climate is mild and temperate. Sheltered and inland, the city is rarely windy and has warm summers from late November through March. It can get quite frosty in the winter months of June to August, so pack warm clothing if you’re planning to rent a house in Rotorua at this colder time of year.

In March, the city comes alive with the tunes and community spirit of the Rotorua Lakeside Concert. This outdoor event showcases New Zealand artists, including Māori performers, classical artists, and contemporary bands. The evening always ends with a spectacular fireworks show. Another popular event is the Rotorua Festival of Gardens, which is held over three days every second year (odd-numbered) and features nearly 50 gardens across the region open for self-guided tours.


Top things to do in Rotorua

Polynesian Spa

The naturally therapeutic geothermal power of the Rotorua region has been harnessed by people for centuries, dating back to the Te Arawa Māori tribe in the 12th century. The Polynesian Spa sits right beside the lake in central Rotorua, offering 28 different hot mineral pools, some fed by the Priest Spring, which is slightly acidic, and some from the alkaline Rachel Spring.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

It will take a whole day to explore the extensive Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve on the edge of sprawling Whakarewarewa Forest Park. You can take a guided walk through the recreated Māori village, follow the e-bike trail through the forest, or travel on foot through a landscape that demonstrates the raw power of nature with colorful, steaming lakes and spouting geysers surrounded by lush ferns and manuka. The Pohutu Geyser is often the star of the show, erupting up to 20 times every day up to nearly 100 feet in the air. Watch food being cooked in hot pools and learn more about how the Māori people have lived in harmony with this land for centuries.

New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute

Created as a place to preserve and promote traditional Māori culture, art, and practices, the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute holds an impressive collection of pieces from all over New Zealand that have ties to the Māori peoples. Learn the history of these crafts as well as the skills needed to create art in the traditional style, including carving and weaving.

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