Rotorua Prices & Travel Costs

Last Updated: Dec 2021

Pretty much a mandatory stop for anyone touring around New Zealand’s North Island, Rotorua has several things going for it. For one, it’s built over a geothermal hot spot, which can be witnessed in scenic nature parks and also just around town as you explore. You’ll know you are in town when you smell the sulfur.

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Travel Costs to Rotorua

Population 52,000
Area 68,000
Timezone UTC+12
Currency New Zealand dollar
Airports Rotorua International Airport (ROT)
1 USD = 1.6400 NZD
134 World cities ranked cheapest to most expensive: Backpacker Index for 2024

Accommodation Costs in Rotorua

Rotorua Hotel Seasons

Rotorua Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar11.59 - 11.59
starstarstarstarstar21.95 - 29.88
starstarstarstarstar41.46 - 103.66
starstarstarstarstar42.68 - 113.41
starstarstarstarstar82.32 - 195.73

Rotorua Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed9.15 - 20.73

Rotorua Attractions Prices

Location Description Type Price(USD)
Te PuiaHome to geothermal activity, once inside you'll get the chance to view the action up close and personal. Tours are free.
all ages
54.88
Rainbow Springs Nature ParkThis nature park is a great place to spend the day relaxing while viewing birds and other native wildlife.
all ages
24.39
Rock ClimbingTest your skills as you explore the rock climbing sport in an indoor arena.
adult
children
9.76
7.32
Hamurana SpringsA path and a group of springs offer a pleasant afternoon outing.
all ages
10.98

Rotorua Food and Drink Prices

Food Type Description Price(USD)
Budget breakfastCafes can be a bit difficult to find but many of the larger hotels have great breakfast options.4.27 - 7.32
Budget lunchHamburgers and pizza are big lunch sellers and very popular among both locals and visitors.6.10 - 9.76
Budget dinnerDinner can be a bit more expensive, but generally you receive a large meal which you can take back with you and use for leftovers.7.93 - 15.24
BeerBoth local and imported beers for about the same price4.27 - 6.10

Rotorua Transport Prices

Type Price(USD)
Public bus in Rotorua1.22
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When to visit Rotorua

Temperature and rainfall

Month High F Low F Precip (inches)
January73553.7
February73553.7
March70523.9
April64474.2
May59434.6
June55405.4
July54385.3
August55395.2
September58424.3
October62464.4
November66493.7
December69534.5

Rotorua Weather advice

Sunrise and sunset

21 Mar7:04am7:14pm
21 Jun6:35am9:32pm
21 Sep7:48am8:01pm
21 Dec8:18am5:41pm

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