Holdens Bay
Rotorua
Visit Holdens Bay
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 relaxing area.
Things to do
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Rotorua: Polynesian Spa Pavilion Hot Pool Bathing (12+ yrs)
National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Guided Tour
Geothermal and Freshwater Combo Family Pools in New Zealand
Rotorua: Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ticket & Self-Guided Walk
Top hotels in Holdens Bay
Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort
Great place to stay with pool, spa, restaurant and bar. We really enjoyed our time there
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Rydges Rotorua
Great location close to the facilities we wanted to visit Room was comfortable and very clean We enjoyed our stay 👍😊
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Nice comfortable clean room. Very convenient location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Prince's Gate Hotel
We stayed in an apartment in an adjacent building. The decor was vibrant and colorful in a style perhaps reminiscent of the 1920's. It was spacious, comfortable, and quiet. The location was convenient, walkable to shops and restaurants. The buffet breakfast was okay, but not remarkable. The breakfast ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Pullman Rotorua
The place was clean and tidy, and well looked after.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Arawa Park Hotel
Room was clean buffet breakfast was great good value for my family and staff helpful and courteous will definitely stay again but only on special or if I was a member
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Holdens Bay
Owhata
If you're spending some time in Owhata, Lake Rotorua and Haiku Pathway are top sights worth seeing.
Lynmore
When in Lynmore, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Ohinemutu
Spas and lake views are notable features of Ohinemutu. You might consider stopping by Lake Rotorua while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Inner City
If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.
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.
