Discover Rotorua

Few places in the world offer such a stunning array of choices in such a beautiful setting. This perfect blend of world class attractions and stunning natural wonders offer a truly unique experience that will be treasured for years to come.

Rotorua is New Zealand’s adventure playground and its beautiful lakes, rivers and forests offer an abundance of outdoor activities and attractions. From pumping adventure experiences that will get your adrenaline flowing to the more passive pastimes of relaxing in one of Rotorua’s geothermal spas, there is an activity for everyone to enjoy all year round.

Family Fun in Rotorua

There is an abundance of family friendly activities in Rotorua from soft adventure, to wildlife encounters and cultural experiences, making Rotorua the perfect destination for your next family weekend getaway or school holidays break. Many of Rotorua’s activities and adventures are suitable for children, and the team at Princes Gate Boutique Hotel are happy to offer you advice on activities to ensure that your Rotorua holiday becomes a cherished memory for years to come.

Rotorua offers visitors the opportunity to discover 18 sparkling lakes, magnificent native and exotic forests, geysers, boiling mud pools, hot springs and the best of New Zealand’s fascinating Maori culture. The city of Rotorua sits on the shore of Lake Rotorua, one of eighteen lakes in the area formed by hundreds of thousands of years of eruptions from the Taupo Volcanic Zone. The area is renowned for its geothermal activity and its geothermal features including volcanic crater lakes, spouting geysers, bubbling mud pools, hissing fumaroles and colourful sinter terraces are sure to impress.

Perfect

"Stayed one night. Accommodation was in their adjacent building. Nice courtyard entrance to these units. Very well appointed one bedroom suite. Everything you'd expect and want and nicely decorated. Quiet and close to all the city has to offer. Great people and refreshingly reasonable price."

- Brian

Historic & Heavenly

"Wonderful decor, friendly staff & very accommodating, absolutely loved our stay and will be making it a regular monthly treat!!! The rooms name are a wonderful touch!! Air con was great too!!! Love love love!!"

- Kylie

Traditional High Tea

"Stopped by when passing and had the traditional high tea. The staff couldn’t do enough for us and the high tea was superb.

Lovely setting being in a beautiful old building and it's a few feet away from the entrance to the Government Gardens which makes for a lovely stroll before or after. I'd recommend this as a lovely treat one afternoon"

- Julia

Love the Character & Service

"My husband and I stayed here for our wedding anniversary and loved the character and charm of the rooms and setting. So nice to stay in a well equipped room that was interesting, refreshing and not "just another hotel room".

The hotel staff were incredibly helpful, we loved the hot pools - both indoor and outdoor plunge, and it was so central - a short and enjoyable walk to Eat Street to get to our favorite restaurant. Definitely plan on coming back again."

- Kidsteel

A feel of Yesteryear

"I was there for one night, we had a business meeting in the hotel over two days. The establishment because of the age and style of the building is unique in itself. The location is good and i found staff to be most friendly.

I enjoyed the bar meal at night and the breakfast in the morning and would be happy to stay again"

- Scott