Visit Western Heights
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.
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 relaxing area.
Things to do
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Rotorua: Redwoods Altitude High Ropes Adventure
Rotorua Eco Cultural full day tour (Wai o Tapu, Waimangu,Te puia)
Top hotels in Western Heights
Rydges Rotorua
The room was clean and comfortable. Last night, the hotel was located in a very central location and easy to navigate.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Friendly staff, clean room and great facilities.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama
Great price and wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Good location with downtown area within 5 minute drive. Other sites such as the geothermal sites and gondola/luge/zorb are within about 15 minute drive. The room was spacious. A couch would have fit easily and would have been helpful. The hotel is dated and could use some deep cleaning and upgrading. ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Sudima Lake Rotorua
Staff were lovely, especially the fantastic front desk ladies who were Super friendly and welcoming. Rooms were roomy The laundry room was a little bit of a fight, long line ups for only 3 washers and 2 dryers. Other than that, location fantastic, seating area for catch up drinks and coffee is very ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Western Heights
Fairy Springs
While visiting Fairy Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Skyline Rotorua and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park.
Mangakakahi
Though Mangakakahi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kuirau Park and Eat Street.
Koutu
While visiting Koutu, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Rotorua and Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre.
Kawaha Point
River views, spas and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Kawaha Point. Make a stop by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring.
Utuhina
While Utuhina isn't home to many top sights, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Central Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hillcrest
While Hillcrest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rotorua International Stadium and Rotorua Central Mall.
