Hotels in Bay of Plenty Region

You may want to head out to Mount Maunganui for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Tauranga. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is walkable and that it has lots of nice beaches.

You might want to get your camera out and head to Polynesian Spa – just one of the landmarks located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Rotorua.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest in Whakarewarewa. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Government Gardens, both nearby.

Mitai Maori Village is just one of the attractions in Fairy Springs, Rotorua so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Rotorua has to offer, head to Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park, Skyline Rotorua, and Rotorua Hospital.

You could catch an event at Mercury Baypark, a stadium in Mount Maunganui.Hotels.com travellers also say the area is full of friendly people and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you think Mercury Baypark is cool, you might also like Tauranga Domain, located nearby.

You can catch an event at Tauranga Domain, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Tauranga. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to The Elms Mission House and Robbins Park, both a short walk away.