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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. It is just 5 minutes' walk from the Rotorua Visitors Centre and bus stops. The property is within walking distance to a weekly night market. The staff was incredibly helpful!

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8.1
Very good
1,382 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

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. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property features a spa centre, evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. My favourite hostel in New Zealand. Staff is super nice, the hostel is clean, great kitchens with right amount of supplies and the jacuzzi is just amazing. Highly recommend this one. Been there so many times that I’ve lost the count of it and will definitely go again soon <3

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8.5
Very good
951 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Among the facilities at this property are 2 spacious, shared kitchens overlooking the water and a separate shared lounge area, and a specialised private group area. We have upmarket private rooms with ensuites to shared dorms with or without ensuites with eco-friendly bedding and tastefully decorated. This hostel has sustainability at it’s core. Stunning location, beautiful view and great atmosphere inside the hostel

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8.2
Very good
986 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

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.

Accommodation includes private rooms or dormitory-style rooms. All are heated and have linen provided. The private rooms offer fans and a desk. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. Everything really. The outside space being able to smoke is cool as.

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8.3
Very good
732 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Located on a quiet street opposite Blake Park, Seagulls Guesthouse offers free fibre WiFi and is a 5-minute walk from Mount Maunganui Beach. Accommodation options are all private and include double, twin, single and family rooms. Comfy bed, clean room, very clean premises in general.

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8.3
Very good
839 reviews
Price from
US$74
per night

Situated in Mount Maunganui, 1.3 km from Mount Maunganui Beach, Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The atmosphere, the facilities, the staff. The beds are great, and they have a nice tv room and Ping pong table. Also they organize some fun activities regularly. It’s a great place to meet nice people :)

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8.1
Very good
484 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Situated in Tauranga, 13 km from ASB Baypark Stadium, Hugo & Carters Backpackers & Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Lovely welcome, friendly and helpful. Johnny showed us around, all good. Everyone friendly. Room was great. Shower very good.Beds comfortable. Outside seating. Kitchen clean and well equipped. Seating area to eat. Outside washing lines. Very spacious. Well maintained and looked after place. Really enjoyed it here. Would definitely recommend.

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7.3
Good
1,035 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

The cosy hostel is conveniently located near the awe-inspiring Kuirau Park, featuring captivating geothermal wonders. Guests can explore tranquil forest trails, experience heart-pumping bike rides, relax in natural hot springs, and immerse themselves in Maori culture. Great hostel to stay, dorms have a curtain for privacy which is amazing. Common areas are like brand new. Staff was really nice and helped us plan our stay around.

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7.9
Good
1,715 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Buried Village is 15 km from the hostel and Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 17 km away. Great location, very central and easy to walk to most things. The beds are really comfy and the area was quiet. Staff are super friendly and helpful. The kitchen is well-equipped and kept very clean.

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7.6
Good
606 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Children are permitted to stay at Rotorua Central Backpackers but must be accompanied by an adult and either stay in a private room or a privatised dorm. An accompanying adult, staying in the hostel at the same time, can provide consent for a child to stay in a private room alone. Centrally located and reasonably priced, this is a good place to stay for a night or two if you are looking for a budget-friensky option in Rotorua.

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6.9
Review score
489 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

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