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Our top choices for Tihiotonga hotels

A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.

1. Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
Tihiotonga
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Dave and Shami are wonderful hosts at this bed and breakfast in a quiet neighborhood in the hills above Rotorua. Delicious breakfast too!"
United States
Peter
The price is CA $164
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Geyser Lookout BnB
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

2. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 4.5 km from Tihiotonga
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,187 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Rotorua"
United States
Tim
The price is CA $157
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Rydges Rotorua
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

3. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 4.6 km from Tihiotonga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely place. Look forward to coming back."
Australia
Jessica
The price is CA $165
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Regal Palms Resort
A swimming pool with a blue-lit deck, surrounded by a fence, and adjacent to a building with a small entrance.

4. Newina Rotorua

Newina Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 7.1 km from Tihiotonga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (420 reviews)
"Great place for a Rotorua stop over, the room was clean & bed comfortable."
Australia
Martin
The price is CA $127
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Newina Rotorua
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

5. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 4.8 km from Tihiotonga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Good location. We'll equipped rooms and the spa tub was wonderful after a long day of sight seeing."
Canada
Charleen
The price is CA $109
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

6. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 5.1 km from Tihiotonga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is CA $116
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Thermal Oak Motel
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

7. Pure Motel

Pure Motel
2.5 star property
Fenton Street, 4.8 km from Tihiotonga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The gentleman that looked after us was very polite and friendly. And the room was extremely clean, probably the cleanest motel room we've seen. "
Australia
Craig
The price is CA $88
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Pure Motel
A covered outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, potted plants, and a view of a parking lot and distant mountains.

8. BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Victoria, 5.5 km from Tihiotonga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (661 reviews)
"good location to Restaurants and Town"
New Zealand
Shane
The price is CA $98
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

9. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme, 5 km from Tihiotonga
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (151 reviews)
"Clean and fantastic service. We really enjoyed our stay!"
Australia
Vinay
The price is CA $127
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

10. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 4.6 km from Tihiotonga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Property was good rooms were tidy pool was great"
Australia
Lee
The price is CA $140
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Wylie Court
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio area.

11. Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa, 4.4 km from Tihiotonga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"All you need for a quick overnight stay. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Debby
The price is CA $86
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
A couple in a hot tub at night with a building in the background.

12. Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

Copthorne Hotel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Glenholme, 4.7 km from Tihiotonga
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Pool and outdoor area was quite tired looking but water was warm and clear. Rooms are dated, beds were too soft for my liking but clean and quiet."
Australia
Brooke
The price is CA $124
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Copthorne Hotel Rotorua
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

13. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 5.6 km from Tihiotonga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was clean and well presented."
Australia
Rochelle
The price is CA $131
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a flat roof, and a view of a body of water.

14. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Tihiotonga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Lynda
The price is CA $127
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
ibis Rotorua
A hot tub with a wooden table, candles, and towels.

15. Alpin Motel & Conference Centre

Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Whakarewarewa, 4.6 km from Tihiotonga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great stay, good staff"
Australia
Kane
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Alpin Motel & Conference Centre
A commercial building with a sign for Drapac HealthBeauty Products, a souvenir shop, and a restaurant named Kawaha.

16. AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 7.7 km from Tihiotonga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"Basic room but sufficed, staff very congenial and helpful."
Australia
FAYE
The price is CA $69
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
AWA Hotel
A row of log cabins with a paved path leading to them, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

17. Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Springfield, 3.4 km from Tihiotonga
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (553 reviews)
"The park catered for our needs"
Australia
Ricky
The price is CA $52
CA $60 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a blue accent, and a view through a glass door.

18. Park Central Rotorua

Park Central Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 5.3 km from Tihiotonga
7.6 out of 10, Good, (378 reviews)
"Older building, but clean, well maintained and very comfortable bed."
United States
Manuel
The price is CA $77
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Park Central Rotorua
A swimming pool with a metal handrail in the foreground.

19. Ambassador Thermal Motel

Ambassador Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Inner City, 6.5 km from Tihiotonga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (670 reviews)
"Staff were very accommodating.dati g to our needs and facilities were excellent"
Australia
Paul
The price is CA $80
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ambassador Thermal Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

20. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu, 6.3 km from Tihiotonga
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
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Compare popular hotels in Tihiotonga

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A view from a balcony with a blue railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with trees and a distant view of a town.
Geyser Lookout BnB
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
65 reviews
View
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.
Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A residential area with houses, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.
Pure Motel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
13 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
151 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.
Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
214 reviews
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Where to stay in Tihiotonga

Find the best Tihiotonga areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Tihiotonga
Learn more about Tihiotonga
A geothermal area with a hot spring, steam rising from the ground, and a forested hillside in the background.
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Open Photo by Umi Mostafa

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.
A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

While visiting Inner City, you might make a stop by sights like Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall.
A yellow boat with passengers on a lake surrounded by greenery.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.
A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

While Owhata isn't home to many top sights, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa are some notable places to visit nearby.
A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Top Tihiotonga Hotel Reviews

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"The spa pool was incredible 😊"
Jasmine 2-night trip
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STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Tihiotonga that travellers recommend?
In Tihiotonga, travellers consistently recommend the Geyser Lookout BnB.

The 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is highly praised by guests. The hotel offers luxurious amenities such as premium bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and champagne service. Guests can enjoy a hosted evening meal daily and relax in rooms with climate control and lovely lake views. It is conveniently located near several points of interest, including the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, just 1.5 km away, and the Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, only 1.2 km distant. Guests frequently comment on the beautiful breakfast provided.
What are the best family hotels in Tihiotonga?
For family-friendly accommodation in Tihiotonga, consider the Tihi Retreat or the Geyser Lookout BnB.

The 5-star Tihi Retreat, with a superb 10.0 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It offers a wide range of amenities for children, including highchairs, children's books, toys, and games. Free rollaway extra beds and cots are available, and the hotel also provides onsite babysitting and childcare services. It is conveniently located near several attractions, with Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve just 1.5 km away and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute only 1.3 km distant.

Another great option is the 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, which has an impressive 9.8 rating. This bed and breakfast features a playground for children and offers complimentary breakfast, including a continental option. Guests often praise the beautiful breakfast. Like the Tihi Retreat, it is also close to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve (1.5 km) and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute (1.2 km).
What are the best 5-star hotels in Tihiotonga?
For a 5-star hotel in Tihiotonga, the Tihi Retreat is an excellent choice.

This 5-star hotel, with a superb 10.0 rating, offers a luxurious experience with amenities such as a fireplace, premium bedding, and Egyptian cotton sheets for ultimate comfort. Guests can enjoy couples dining and access to hot and mineral springs. The Tihi Retreat is conveniently located near the Rotorua Golf Club, just 1.7 km away, and Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, which is 1.9 km away. Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute is also very close, at 1.3 km.

It is praised for its exceptional quality and provides an indulgent stay in Tihiotonga.
What are the best spa hotels in Tihiotonga?
For exceptional spa hotels in Tihiotonga, consider the Tihi Retreat or the Geyser Lookout BnB.

The 5-star Tihi Retreat boasts a superb 10.0 rating and offers massage services, making it an excellent choice for relaxation. Guests will appreciate the complimentary breakfast, free WiFi, and convenient free airport transportation, along with free self-parking. It is also located near Rotorua Golf Club and Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Another highly-rated option is the 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, with a superb 9.8 rating. This hotel features an on-site spa, and guests often praise the complimentary breakfast. It is also well-situated for those interested in golf, with optional golf privileges and a golf clubhouse nearby, and is close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
What hotels in Tihiotonga offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Tihiotonga offering complimentary breakfast, consider the Geyser Lookout BnB or the Tihi Retreat.

The 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, with an impressive 9.8 rating, provides a fantastic free breakfast experience, including continental and buffet options. This bed and breakfast is particularly well-located for exploring the area, being just 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and 1.2 km from Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Guests frequently praise the delicious breakfast and the beautiful surroundings.

Another excellent choice is the 5-star Tihi Retreat, which boasts a superb 10.0 rating. This retreat offers a free self-serve breakfast daily, ensuring a convenient start to your day. It also provides a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle and free parking, adding to its appeal. Like the Geyser Lookout BnB, it is close to key attractions, with Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve 1.5 km away and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest just 2.8 km distant.
What are the best budget hotels in Tihiotonga?
For a highly-rated budget hotel in Tihiotonga, consider the Geyser Lookout BnB.

The 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is praised for its complimentary breakfast, which includes a continental option. Guests also appreciate the free toiletries and the convenience of a 24-hour airport shuttle. Free self-parking and free WiFi are also available. This bed and breakfast is particularly well-located for exploring the area, being only 1.2 km from Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and 1.5 km from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. The Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest is also within easy reach at 3.0 km away.
What are the most romantic hotels in Tihiotonga for couples?
For a romantic getaway in Tihiotonga, two highly-rated options for couples are Tihi Retreat and Geyser Lookout BnB.

The 5-star Tihi Retreat, with an exceptional 10.0 rating, offers a truly luxurious experience. Couples can enjoy a fireplace and a balcony, with some rooms providing wonderful water views. The hotel also provides a complimentary airport shuttle service available 24 hours a day, free WiFi, and free self-parking. A delicious free self-serve breakfast is included, and free toiletries are provided.

Another excellent choice is the 3-star Geyser Lookout BnB, which boasts a 9.8 rating. This bed and breakfast is particularly celebrated for its couples' dining options. Guests can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast or a buffet breakfast in the club lounge. The property is conveniently located near Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, just 1.2 km away.
What are the best hotels in Tihiotonga near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village?
For an outstanding hotel in Tihiotonga near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, consider the Tihi Retreat.

The 5-star Tihi Retreat, with an exceptional 10.0 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It is located just 1.9 km from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village, and is also conveniently close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute (1.3 km) and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve (1.5 km). This hotel offers a wide array of family-friendly amenities, including highchairs, cots, sofa beds, and stair gates for children. Guests will also appreciate the selection of books, games, and toys available for children, and the on-site babysitting and childcare services.
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Hotel prices in Tihiotonga often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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