Rydges Rotorua is a comfortable, centrally located hotel in Rotorua, New Zealand, that works well as a base for geothermal parks, Maori cultural experiences and the lakefront; you can walk to Government Gardens and most downtown restaurants, and it is roughly a 15 minute drive from Rotorua Airport. Expect the town’s mild sulphur scent and changeable weather, so pack layers and waterproofs, and book ahead for weekends and school holidays when rooms fill up. Check the hotel’s policies on parking, breakfast and any pool or spa access when you reserve, since those extras can vary by rate.