Victoria
Rotorua
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.
Eat Street
During your trip to Rotorua, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eat Street.
Mitai Maori Village
For a great insight into Māori customs and way of life, sign up for this magical, entertaining and educational cultural experience.
Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure
Top hotels in Victoria
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Spotless room, parking, attention to detail, helpful staff, but most special of all, the breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
Room was very tidy, staff friendly
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Six on Union
All good
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Rotorua Motel
Clean room everything you need for a short stay
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Aurora City Suites Motel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Fernleaf Motel
Very nice
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Victoria
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.
Glenholme
Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Rotorua Central Mall and Kuirau Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.
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.
