Rotorua is a town that has it all...
Rotorua is the regional city that has it all to cater to every ones desires.
If you are after a romantic weekend getaway, somewhere to camp with the kids, a conference destination with a difference
or looking for somewhere more permanent to stay, Rotorua is a vibrant city that really does have it all.
The centre of the Tourist Diamond, Rotorua offers quality shopping, dining, attractions and health and beauty spas -
more than an experience Rotorua - it's an indulgence!
Shopping
Shopping in Rotorua offers more than 400 retail outlets alone that bring you boutiques, specialty stores and major chain stores
catering to all tastes and budgets.
Free transport around the CBD every Friday and Saturday is available from the Wiggley Shuttle.
Just wave down the Wiggley and it will stop and start any where along it’s City route making it easy to navigate throughout the City Centre.
Dining
Rotorua award winning dining experiences offer an incredible variety of flavours – from Moroccan, European, Indian, Thai and even the
traditional Maori Hangi and Concert. There are an abundance of cafes, bars and restaurants to satisfy the discerning palate.
Make your visit to Rotorua a dining experience. Discover a world of dining in the cafes and restaurants from al fresco to elegant,
as well as better known fast food outlets.
Accomodation
An enormous array of fantastic Hotels, Motels, Lodges, Bed and Breakfast and Backpackers.
Something to suit all tastes in the City, on one of the 13 lakes, in the Native Bush or on a Mountain - Rotorua offers it all.
Relaxing
Rotorua is a fantastic place to relax. A selection of world class spa facilities offering the hot promise of health
and vitality from the rare Thermal wonders of nature.
The area features magnificent food, beautiful countryside, lakes, glorious weather and all the attractions and
activities you could imagine in a regional city.
The Lakes, Forests and Thermal activity are the lifeblood of the region attracting visitors to the
tranquil waters for boating, fishing and simply relaxing.
Whether your ideal holiday experience entails a short break taking in culture and entertainment, fantastic shopping and
eclectic foods Rotorua is a Hot prospect for it all.
Adrenalin Rush
Hot World Class Mountain Bike runs adorn some of the most beautiful forest and countryside on the planet.
Outdoor activities are unique with a huge variety to choose from including Skydiving, Bungy, Swoop, Zorb and Sweeb!
The Sweeb is a Hot have to do.
Hot Long Term Vacation Spot
Rotorua is an excellent central location to holiday from.
Stay for several days and check into accommodation once because you can visit the ocean,
be snow skiing in the mountains, an abundance of lakes all in one day!.
Appoximate Driving distances from Rotorua with a coffee break to:
Taupo 76 km over one hour
Tauranga 86 km over one hour
Whakatane 85 km over one hour
Hamilton 109 km one hour 30 minutes
Waitomo 156 km over 2 hours
Whakapapa 172 km two hours 30 minutes
Napier 218 km over 3 hours
Auckland: 235 km 3 hours 30 minutes
Courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce Website
New Zealand (Aotearoa): Population 4,009,500; Located in the South Pacific Ocean, approx 2000km South-East of Australia; Made up of three main islands: the North Island, South Island & Stewart Island.
Rotorua: Rotorua is the Maori Cultural Capital of New Zealand, located in the central North Island is well connected to the rest of New Zealand and the world through a network of air, road and rail links. The city is less than 3 hours drive from Auckland (234km), New Zealand's largest population centre with 1 250,000 people, and only 457km from Wellington.
Rotorua city is renowned for its geothermal activity.
The Rotorua area and Bay of Plenty region has plenty of quality activities to do, whether you are looking for adventure, excitement, fun and entertainment, or just a relaxing lifestyle taking in the pleasures of this picturesque region, you can do it all and more in Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty. Four State Highways - 5, 30, 33 and 38 converge in Rotorua. These highways are a vital part of New Zealand's road transport network and they form a link between the city and the rest of the country. The Rotorua airport is one of the busiest domestic terminals in the country .
 Within easy driving distance of Rotorua is Tauranga, which contains New Zealand's largest export port. It serves the Bay of Plenty and the central North Island and is an important link in New Zealand's growing international trade.
Over the past 12 months Rotorua has seen an economic growth rate of around 4% per annum, consistent with or slightly above the national average, and record numbers and value of building consents. There is also an increasing number of national and international visitors - on average 8000 per day - all pointing to Rotorua as one of New Zealands future growth areas.
Business Confidence surveys are conducted in Rotorua every 6 months. The most recent results indicate steady confidence levels - economic activity is expected to increase, personal income is expected to increase, business profits are expected to rise, business employment is expected to rise, business investment is expected to be at increased levels and promotional budgets are expected to increase. Exporters are expecting export volumes to increase.
 Fast-growing sectors over the coming years are expected to include the retail trade, tourism, machinery and equipment manufacturing,wood products, health and education. Forestry and wood processing remains optimistic. Emerging industries include spa and wellness, transport and logistics, bio-materials and screen production.
Destination Rotorua Economic Development is a business unit of Rotorua District Council. We actively work alongside the wider Rotorua business and government community (both local and central) with the aim of creating an environment that encourages and stimulates economic growth.
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