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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rotorua

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema.

K
Kristina
From
Canada
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The kitchen and shared common spaces gave lots of space for different groups to hang out instead of being confined to your room which was nice. It was fairly easy to get to the highway and there is a grocery store within about a 10 minute walk. We didn't get a chance to check it out but it looked like the area had some night life as well as parks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,417 reviews
Price from
US$61.23
1 night, 2 adults

Crashpalace Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

R
Ruairi
From
Ireland
A great hostel in a great location. The staff are very helpful, and the people I met in the hostel were fantastic (both staff and other backpackers). Rotorua is a lovely place, and I extended my stay here for a total of two weeks because I was very comfortable sleeping here while searching for work. The room had lockers, and a desk that we all used on occasion. The shared space downstairs was comfortable, and the hostel even has a small library section, which I made good use of. The "owner" of the hostel is small, friendly and meows very loudly when he smells food. Pet him when you see him - it's the law.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 915 reviews
Price from
US$41.02
1 night, 2 adults

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Fenton Street, Rotorua

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is a modern hostel is located in the heart of Rotorua across the road from the I-Site and major bus lines.

m
martina
From
Ireland
Staff very kindly let me check in early .place is very central.room was spotless
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 702 reviews
Price from
US$48.05
1 night, 2 adults

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Rotorua

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge and Camp is in the heart of Rotorua on the edge of the famous Kuirau Geothermal Park. We are a family run business and have been here for 38 years.

N
Nana Espósito
From
Brazil
Comfortable, clean, flexible check-in, great location, helpful and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$90.24
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Rotorua

Rotorua

Explore Rotorua’s natural beauty and cultural gems while enjoying comfortable and stylish accommodation at Haka House Rotorua.

J
Juha-Pekka
From
Finland
Nice clean place with big kitchen and common area. Good laundry self-service. The coffee machine was very polite. 😅
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,667 reviews
Price from
US$44.83
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Hostel Rotorua

Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

A
Anne
From
United Kingdom
The location was central, handy for shops, buses and attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews
Price from
US$49.81
1 night, 2 adults

Rotorua Central Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Rotorua Central Backpackers is set in Rotorua. Free WiFi is provided. Rotorua is 700 metres from the hostel, while Papamoa is 49 km from the property.

N
Naomi
From
Australia
I've stayed in many backpackers over the years. This place definitely exceeded my expectations... 😁 Bed was comfortable, staff were friendly and welcoming, kitchen facilities were well appointed, well-priced and the location, directly opposite the police station and right in town... 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
Price from
US$52.74
1 night, 2 adults

Rotorua Hostel

Rotorua

Located in Rotorua and with Rotorua International Stadium reachable within 3.6 km, Rotorua Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$35.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$64.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,667 reviews
    Lovely clean hostel with comfy beds in the private rooms. Great location for town. Used the shared bathrooms on arrival and cleanest hostel toilets I have ever seen.
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$49.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 702 reviews
    The hostel is very social and gets a cozy vibe to it, that does make it feel like home when staying a longer time! I had an amazing time meeting so many new people at the backpackers and enjoyed the time there a lot
    Guest review by
    Ronja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$49.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 702 reviews
    Great location in the centre of Rotorua, super friendly staff and the hostel couldn't be cleaner! They are really cleaning all the time! Big kitchen with several microwaves, sinks, stoves, 2 big double doors fridges etc. Really enjoyed my stay here
    Guest review by
    Hendrika Jansens
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$50.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 915 reviews
    Vibrant hostel in a great location, huge common area
    Guest review by
    Marisa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$50.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 915 reviews
    The hostel was clean and at a great location.
    Guest review by
    Esmeralda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$64.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,667 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed at. Lovely layout of the rooms, comfy bunk beds with curtains. Toiletries in the spacious showers. Plenty of lounge space although I didn't have a chance to use it.
    Guest review by
    Ingrida
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$61.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,417 reviews
    I think its the best hostel in Rotorua. Inside its very safe and staff are very friendly and full of energy. I reccomend strongly.
    Guest review by
    Yoann
    Solo traveller