Rotorua guidebook
Food scene
Great Japanese food, good price, great friendly atmosphere.
13 locals recommend
Yamato Japanese Restaurant
1123 Pukuatua StGreat Japanese food, good price, great friendly atmosphere.
Rotorua Night Market
1029 Village GreenVariety of street vendor food.
Ciabatta Cafe & Bakery
38 White StRound the corner, great coffee and pastries.
Take a walk down the river track, watch the rafting boats go over the falls, and go for a beer or coffee and food at the store. Great vibe. Outdoor garden area.
53 locals recommend
Okere Falls Store
757A State Hwy 33Take a walk down the river track, watch the rafting boats go over the falls, and go for a beer or coffee and food at the store. Great vibe. Outdoor garden area.
Coffee, beer, snacks in an outdoor environment right at the mountain bike tracks. There are even hot pools to hire if you want to have a soak.
40 locals recommend
Secret Spot Hot Tubs Rotorua
13/33 Waipa State Mill RdCoffee, beer, snacks in an outdoor environment right at the mountain bike tracks. There are even hot pools to hire if you want to have a soak.
Sightseeing
Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
A forest on our doorstep. Get amongst nature.
Lake Okareka
A great place to swim and a playground for the kids.
Kerosene Creek
Old Waiotapu RoadHot waterfall in the stream.
City advice
Getting around
Car is the best way to experience all that the area offers
There are local buses and taxis and uber, however for getting out of town to the best nature spots, it's best to have a car.