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A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and microwave.

1. 3 Bedroom House at 9 Steeles Lane

3 Bedroom House at 9 Steeles Lane
2.0 star property
Western Heights
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Very unhappy about arriving the house to find it hadn't been serviced rotten food in the oven so we didn't dear use the oven the entire stay Had to clean all the plates and cups cutlery. The house had a musty smell that no matter how much you sprayed air freshener. Also was unaware that they had 2 other accommodation on the property which meant we had to share property with strangers . Only good thing about this house was the bathroom shower. Definitely wouldn't recommend it to anyone. Feel I...
Australia
Cheryl
The price is SAR 625
SAR 719 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
3 Bedroom House at 9 Steeles Lane
A hotel room with a bed, a black sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a microwave on a small table.

2. 1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C

1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
2.0 star property
Western Heights
The price is SAR 303
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
1 Double 1 Sofa Beds Garden Chalet 9C
A compact room with a bed, a small desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

3. 2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B

2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B
2.0 star property
Western Heights
The price is SAR 303
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
2 Double 1 Sofa bed chalet unit B
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, 2.1 km from Western Heights
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 SAR 334
SAR 388 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Newina Rotorua
A hotel with a modern design, large windows, and a sign that reads "AWA HOTEL".

5. AWA Hotel

AWA Hotel
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 2 km from Western Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"Basic room but sufficed, staff very congenial and helpful."
Australia
FAYE
The price is SAR 212
SAR 286 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
AWA Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

6. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu, 3.4 km from Western Heights
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 SAR 299
SAR 343 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a flat roof, and a view of a body of water.

7. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Western Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Lynda
The price is SAR 322
SAR 370 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
ibis Rotorua
Indoor/outdoor pool

8. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City, 4.5 km from Western Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Rakesh
The price is SAR 483
SAR 555 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in coffee station, and a large mirror.

9. Lake Rotorua Hotel

Lake Rotorua Hotel
2.5 star property
Koutu, 3 km from Western Heights
7.6 out of 10, Good, (975 reviews)
"Pay for what you get with this."
Australia
Terrianne
The price is SAR 276
SAR 317 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lake Rotorua Hotel
A couple seated at an outdoor table with a view of a garden.

10. Ripple Rotorua

Ripple Rotorua
3.5 star property
Fairy Springs, 2.1 km from Western Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (536 reviews)
"The warmth of the room was great,the kids enjoyed the swimming pool and staff service was excellent. Service is key here at Ripple Rotorua and we’re returning back for future holidays…Thank you."
Australia
Ross
The price is SAR 299
SAR 344 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ripple Rotorua
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

11. Hideaway of Rotorua

Hideaway of Rotorua
4.0 star property
Fairy Springs, 2.9 km from Western Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Loved the animals and the location was very close to activities and a supermarket."
Australia
Angela
The price is SAR 290
SAR 334 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hideaway of Rotorua
A swimming pool with palm trees and a stone wall in the background.

12. ASURE Cleveland Rotorua

ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
3.0 star property
Koutu, 3.2 km from Western Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (474 reviews)
"Always love staying at this motel"
Australia
Honey
The price is SAR 276
SAR 317 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ASURE Cleveland Rotorua
A wooden bench, a wall-mounted picture, a fish tank, and a planter with greenery.

13. Red Rock Thermal Motel

Red Rock Thermal Motel
3.5 star property
Koutu, 3.2 km from Western Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Great place for families to stay! The kids highlight was the heated pool, we couldn’t get them out. Cottage was spacious, well stocked and perfect for larger families. Location was excellent - close enough to everything. Staff were helpful and friendly. We can’t wait to come back again next year."
Australia
Sandi
The price is SAR 192
SAR 225 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Red Rock Thermal Motel
A hotel room with a wooden bench, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Western Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and useful facilities, great central location and room has nice amenities"
Australia
travis
The price is SAR 470
SAR 540 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sudima Lake Rotorua
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the street.

15. Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only

Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Western Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (162 reviews)
"Location was great. Close to the lake and close to a great eating district. Expected slightly more for breakfast. We got juice, cereal and coffee / tea and toast"
Australia
Graham
The price is SAR 384
SAR 445 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Lake Lodge B&B Rotorua - Adults Only
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea.

16. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 4.5 km from Western Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (556 reviews)
"Really nice hotel clean and in the center of downtown, you have may restaurants walking distance, the staff was really nice, yo also have kiwi park at walking distance and government gardens also, restaurant was really good and breakfast is great, I 100% recommend this place"
United States
rodolfo
The price is SAR 608
SAR 699 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Pullman Rotorua
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

17. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
3.7 km from Western Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"The area is great and the campground is really nice."
United States
Omar
The price is SAR 190
SAR 221 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

18. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City, 4.3 km from Western Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (942 reviews)
"It’s like a semi-upscale roadside motel. Very strange."
United States
Dianne
The price is SAR 574
SAR 675 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Regent of Rotorua
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a lake.

19. Koura Lodge

Koura Lodge
5.0 star property
Kawaha Point, 3.8 km from Western Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Perfect stay! Beautiful location, right on the lake shore, and beautiful property. Kayak, spa, sauna, and less than 10 mn drive to downtown Rotorua. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
Australia
caroline
The price is SAR 1,100
SAR 1,265 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Koura Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

20. Lake Lodge Motel

Lake Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Inner City, 4.2 km from Western Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"We fully enjoyed the lodge! Amenities are from New Zealand, kitchen facilities are perfectly equipped and the location is of course perfect to walk around the city, all of which helped us staying entertained and enjoying local foods :) You may be better to bring large garbage bags and cooking oil if you’re a cooking traveler! Other than that, almost anything you would think of is there :))"
Japan
Yuri
The price is SAR 393
SAR 452 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Lake Lodge Motel
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Where to stay in Western Heights

Find the best Western Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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

Travelers like the parks in Lake Okareka, and Lake Tikitapu is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Western Heights Hotel Reviews

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, good breakfast"
milan 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Rydges Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Heights like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Rotorua's Western Heights neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Mount Ngongotaha as part of your Western Heights travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Western Heights?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, City Lights Boutique Lodge is the highest ranked property in Western Heights. This B&B offers free parking and a hot tub.
How many hotels are there in Western Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Rotorua, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 26 Western Heights hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Western Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Western Heights.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Western Heights?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Western Heights, click here.
What are the top things to see and do in Western Heights?
Mount Ngongotaha is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Western Heights. Luge Rotorua and Volcanic Hills Winery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Rotorua.