You might want to head out to Mount Maunganui for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Tauranga. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Skyline Rotorua, one of the family attractions located 2.5 mi (4 km) from central Rotorua. If you have fun at Skyline Rotorua, you'll love Paradise Valley Springs and Luge Rotorua, both located nearby.
Explore the great outdoors at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Mitai Maori Village in Rotorua. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
"We had an awesome stay with our family over the New Year period. Even though the hotel was right by the main road, we felt very secure knowing our car was safe in the property. The new owners are great to deal with, very accommodating and quick to rectify any issues. The property was clean and the rooms have been updated which feels very modern. Great stay, will definitely be back next time we are in Tauranga/Mount Maunganui"
"Room was very clean and the staff were very friendly. The elevator at the check in area could use a spruce up, it was a interesting ride a few times :-)"
