Location and hours
Location
Rotorua Library is established in Te Aka Mauri, between Haupapa and Arawa Streets. Our front entrance faces out to Jean Batten Square which has been extensively landscaped to include a unique children's playground and green space for relaxation.
Parking is available on both streets and there are several Mobility Parking spaces on Haupapa Street next to Te Aka Mauri. Longer term parking is available in the car park across Haupapa Street. The local bus services, which services urban Rotorua, operates from the Arawa Street end of Te Aka Mauri.
Returns
All library items, except toys, can be returned through the after hours returns slots at any time of day even outside of library opening hours. These are located at each end of Rotorua Library facing Jean Batten Square.
Regular library hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 9am - 5.30pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 4pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
| Statutory holidays | CLOSED |
Public holiday hours
Visit this page to find our opening hours over the summer holiday and other changes to hours in 2026.