Tipping in New Zealand
Bottom line
Optional and modest. Round up or leave loose change for exceptional service.
Tipping at a glance
Restaurants (sit-down)
Not expected
Same as Australia.
Taxis / rideshare
Not expected
Hotel housekeeping
Not expected
Hotel porter / bag handler
Not expected
Bars & cafés
Not expected
Cultural context
Tip-free. Workers paid a living wage.