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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews
    From
    US$48
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
    From
    US$122
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 reviews
    From
    US$47
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews
    From
    US$55
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
    From
    US$69
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
    From
    US$41
    1 night, 2 adults

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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.

A
Almeida Blanco
From
Colombia
The staff is always available and willing to help. They have great energy and assist with everything within their capabilities. They are very humble and kind, they are like really good friends while still maintaining professionalism. The cleaning is impeccable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews
Price from
US$40.26
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 reviews
Price from
US$69.60
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.

P
Pedro de Souza
From
Brazil
Great location. One can explore neighborhood by foot or drive easily to places like Maori Cultural Center or even to The Robbiton. Rotorua is cozy and the hostel was above expectation for my small family group.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 reviews
Price from
US$47.17
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.

O
Oldřich
From
Czech Republic
We are loving Hakas,and the one in Rotorua is not an exception. Friendly staff, cosiness, cleanness - all the stuff the chain is made of. And this house is also a bit outstanding for its beds that are so comfy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews
Price from
US$48.04
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.

B
Brigitta
From
Hungary
quiet, the kitchen is clean and with a lot of stuffs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews
Price from
US$54.64
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.

M
Margot
From
Sweden
Super clean, super comfy, cute and absolutely perfect. Staff were also super nice. We really enjoyed our stay and we highly recommend it. We’ll definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Price from
US$69.02
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.

E
Eric
From
France
The host first very personable, friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$121.65
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.

C
Chris
From
New Zealand
Self service, easy access, no fuss
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$39.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Some of the best backpacker spots in Rotorua

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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.

A
Almeida Blanco
From
Colombia
The staff is always available and willing to help. They have great energy and assist with everything within their capabilities. They are very humble and kind, they are like really good friends while still maintaining professionalism. The cleaning is impeccable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews
Price from
US$40.26
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 reviews
Price from
US$69.60
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.

P
Pedro de Souza
From
Brazil
Great location. One can explore neighborhood by foot or drive easily to places like Maori Cultural Center or even to The Robbiton. Rotorua is cozy and the hostel was above expectation for my small family group.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 reviews
Price from
US$47.17
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.

O
Oldřich
From
Czech Republic
We are loving Hakas,and the one in Rotorua is not an exception. Friendly staff, cosiness, cleanness - all the stuff the chain is made of. And this house is also a bit outstanding for its beds that are so comfy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews
Price from
US$48.04
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.

B
Brigitta
From
Hungary
quiet, the kitchen is clean and with a lot of stuffs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews
Price from
US$54.64
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.

M
Margot
From
Sweden
Super clean, super comfy, cute and absolutely perfect. Staff were also super nice. We really enjoyed our stay and we highly recommend it. We’ll definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Price from
US$69.02
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.

E
Eric
From
France
The host first very personable, friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
US$121.65
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.

C
Chris
From
New Zealand
Self service, easy access, no fuss
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$39.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$107.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 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$66.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 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$66.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 798 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$71.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews
Vibrant hostel in a great location, huge common area
Guest review by
Marisa
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$71.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,026 reviews
The hostel was clean and at a great location.
Guest review by
Esmeralda
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$107.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 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$82.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,265 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