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The North Island town of Rotorua sits on the bank of Lake Rotorua and is renowned for both its geothermal activity and Māori culture. Aside from visiting hot springs, geysers, and mud pools, don’t miss the fascinating Rotorua Museum of Art and History. Rotorua is located about a three hour drive from Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau and about an hour and a half from Hamilton / Kirikiriroa.
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Rotorua
| 🔑 No. of depots | Three car rental depots in Rotorua. |
|---|---|
| ✅ Rental brands | Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Rotorua Airport car hire
Are you flying into Rotorua?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Rotorua Airport (ROT).
Car rental depots in Rotorua
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Dollar Rotorua Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30–17:00, Sat 8:00–11:00, Sun Closed1233 Amohau Street, North Island
Hertz Rotorua Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed1233 Amohau St, Rotorua, North Island
Thrifty Rotorua Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun Closed1233 Amohau St, Rotorua, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Rotorua
Why are there no hire cars in Rotorua at certain times of the year?
Our data shows that Rotorua, along with other isolated cities in Australia, book out of rental cars during peak seasons (i.e., school holidays and major town events) because of the limited amount of rental cars available by providers in the area. We recommend always booking well in advance for this location.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Rotorua?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Rotorua may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I pick up my hire car in Rotorua and return it to a different location?
Yes, just untick “Return to the same location” in our search form and select your preferred drop-off location. Be aware that this will incur a one-way fee to your booking, which will be included in the total cost.
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