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YHA Rotorua
90%
"Amazing! - This place was absolutely amazing! It was located in a great area with restaurants, shops, and bars all within a short walk. It was incredibly clean. The kitchen was massive, clean, fully equipped, and had both indoor and outdoor seating. The rooms were fairly large and had all of the essentials (no bunks, hooks, big mirror, under the bed storage). The bathrooms were well kept. They even had hair dryers! I would definitely recommend this place." … "An absolutely excellent hostel. We stayed in a double en-suite room, which...  more »
Astray Motel And Backpackers
89%
"… bunkroom and budget doubles. All with shared facilities. Special: Budget Single with shared facilities:$38. We also offer motel accommodation in double studios, twin studios, and 1 & 2 bedroom studios. All with ensuite bathroom, SKY TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Our rooms are cosy, clean, centrally located and have funky decor! Our common area with full kitchen facilities (2 full ovens, 2 fridges, microwave and hob) is also home to a big screen plasma television with SKY. Guests can check emails using our wireless network...  more »
Spa Lodge Backpackers
83%
"Friendly place - I would give this 90%, the person on the desk was very helpful, the hostel had parking although this did get filled out, it was close to the town, the room was small but fine and the eggy smell didn't get as far as the hostel when we were there." … "The Spa Lodge is a small, friendly hostel located in a central location in Rotorua. From the outside, it looks a little rundown and it's hard to see the hostel sign from the street, so keep a good eye out. There is twenty-four hour access to the hostel, but you must check...  more »
Crank Backpackers
84%
"This place is amazing - everyone is so friendly and the trips are great. is central, safe, and all round a great place to be." … "… climbers. Our In-house Cinema screens up to eight new release movies every day - great for rainy days or a quiet night in. Our On-site gym is FREE for guests to use! It is a great way to keep fit on your travels or to clear the head after a big night out! Our rooms are clean and spacious. All linen is provided and each dorm bed has its own lockable storage cupboard. Crank Backpackers is a...  more »
Blarneys Rock Backpackers
84%
"… in affordable accommodation for all types of travelers. Check in on a Tuesday and receive a free pizza! Or book for 3 nights and receive 70% off entry to the world famous Polynesian Spa! Along with these great specials, we also offer: -Free internet allowance upon check in -Discounted tours and activities -A sundeck great for barbequing, or just soaking up the sun -Bright, clean and pleasant social areas -24 hour internet café -Laundry service -Excellent kitchen facilities So come join us at Blarney’s Rock Backpackers for Movie...  more »
Cactus Jack Backpackers
79%
"This place is excellent!! It has a nice, cozy setting and has a wild-wild west environment!! It's definitely a must for backpackers and the price is affordable, too:-)" … "If you are visiting Rotorua, this is the place to stay. The owners are possibly the nicest people in the world and while I was there they even cooked fresh scones for us a few times a week! The atmosphere is relaxed and sociable and it's easy to meet people. There is a thermally heated hot tub, pool table, TV and videos, large kitchen, and Cactus the Kitten!! They...  more »
Base Rotorua
72%
"As usual with Base this was fabulous. Lovely bed, linen, facilities, etc. The only problem was a leaky shower and a smelly town. Very helpful staff, though." … "Great hostel. The bar is good, and the reception staff are friendly. It has its own pool!!! The pool is naturally heated!!! I loved it here. It's centrally-located, too." … "Traveling around with Kiwi we were offered this place and was pleasantly surprised. Although the smallest of the Base world i stayed in, it was one of the best. Rooms were clean and fine, showers were...  more »
Rotorua Planet Backpackers
66%
"Planet Nomad is situated in the central city just across the road from the information centre and bus station. Its location means that guests have long-distance bus services and Rotorua's many tourist attractions almost right on the doorstep. The museum, Blue Baths and Polynesian Spa are five minutes' walk from the hostel. The kitchen is well equipped and joins a small but cosy lounge. A courtyard out the back makes a great setting for a BBQ meal or drinks. Bed linen is provided. The rooms have individual lockers for guests to securely...  more »
Rotorua Central Backpackers
87%
"Its hostels like this one that make me proud to be a Kiwi. The lady behind the desk was so friendly and Mother-like, was very refreshing! Our room was up stairs and was huge! Even had a fireplace in it, we had our own beds (no bunks!) and lots of windows and natural light. There are toilets and showers and even baths scattered everywhere through out the hostel, so you never have to go far. The kitchen is huge and tidy and there is a TV lounge and a 'reading' lounge. There is heaps of free car parking at the back of the hostel. Its right...  more »
Astray
82%
"… areas, hot pools, Rotorua’s lake-front, i-site (information centre) and bus stop for intercity buses. Rotorua city buses, the airport bus and shuttles stop right outside our door. We know all the “must do” activities in Rotorua and we can book you in. Astray offers a wide range of budget accommodation: 4-bed bunkrooms, 2-bed bunkroom, budget doubles and budget singles. Beds from $24. All with shared facilities. We also offer motel accommodation in double studios, twin studios, and 1 & 2 bedroom studios. All with ensuite bathroom,...  more »
Regent Flashpackers
75%
"Meh - not much life. had spiders in room and bathroom. has a small spring spa in the back, makes the hostel smell like rotten eggs. not sure how common this is in rotorua though." … "… a few high heel clicks away from the restaurant/café strip, 300 metres of the lakefront and bus station and in the centre of all Rotorua has to offer you. The Regent Flashpackers is designed with you in mind, an adventure seeking global nomad, with all today’s mod-cons, superior comfort & style and friendly, warm service. Our Flashpackers offers...  more »
Kiwi Paka Hostel
65%
"THE best hostel I stayed at during my four months in New Zealand! My room was actually quite big, there's a bar onsite, and a huge hot tub/pool! It was clean and comfortable — it felt more like a hotel!" … "It's Great!!! I stayed here with my school trip. It is the most friendly accommodation I have been to. It has a great setting and they make you feel so comfortable. There is plenty of places to chill. It's the best!!!" … "Nice place. It's a little bit out of town but you can cut through the park and see all the weird...  more »
Funky Green Voyager
95%
"I was here four years ago. I had a wonderful time here. Next summer I plan to stay here again." … "I spent four months travelling around New Zealand and staying in backpackers from December 04 to April 05, and I have to say that Funky Green was the best hostel I stayed in. If you are going to Rotorua there is nowhere else you should be staying. Gerard and Anja were so helpful and friendly (and funny, too) and their recycling obsession is worth five stars on its own. They certainly know how to run a hostel and have thrown themselves...  more »
The Lakehouse Hotel
Not Yet Rated
"The Lakehouse Hotel is a ten-minute walk from the bus stop, but most bus drivers will let you off almost outside it if you ask them nicely. Although it is called a hotel, it has a couple of dorm rooms, most of the facilities a hostel does, and charges hostel prices. We stayed in a double room, which was all that was left when we arrived, but it was a good price. The room has a view out over the lake and a balcony to sit on and admire the scenery all around. There is only limited storage space for bags. There is a shared shower at either...  more »
Spa Backpackers
Not Yet Rated
69 Amohau Street … Rotorua, New Zealand  more »
Crash Palace
81%
"Great place to relax with amazingly friendly and helpful staff. - A young couple bought this hostel in Oktober 2008. They improved everything. New paint, new carpets, new furniture, new kitchen stuff, new pool table fleece, and more and more. The rooms have nice paintings made by the owner, they have all kind of rooms. The whole hostel gets cleaned every single day. They have two well equipped kitchens and a little shop to buy what you need. They have alcohol to sell and some snacks as well. Chris and Toni will help you with every question....  more »

Rotorua Travel Tips & Suggestions

Really loved the place. Agrodome, Pig and Whistle Pub, and Hells Gate are all musts while in Rotorua. — cas
Awesome place for Maori and NZ culture and history, but other than that a little boring for my tastes. Zorbing is a must do though! — keith

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