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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Property amenity
Bar (on property)
BBQ/picnic area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1193 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010
  • Place, Tamaki Maori Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rotorua Night Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Polynesian Spa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

10 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

12 Bed Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Rotorua

Located in Inner City, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is next to popular attractions like Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre. This 17-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.
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What's nearby

  • Tamaki Maori Village - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rotorua Night Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Eat Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aroma Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Rotorua - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fat Dog Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Renovated in 2015, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers offers free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. If you drive, self parking is NZD 8 per day, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ceiling fans are also available. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (NZD 8 per day)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - April 2015
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 3 2022 to March 31 2023 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: NZD 8 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Inner City, just steps from Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Night Market, and within a short walk of Eat Street. You'll also find Polynesian Spa and Rotorua Central Mall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Yes, parking is offered for NZD 8 per day.

Does Rotorua Downtown Backpackers have a casino?

No, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Couples staying at this lakeside hostel will appreciate amenities such as a terrace and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Rotorua Downtown Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Rotorua Downtown Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 5.8 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers.

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 100 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ting Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Nice and helpful staff Warm and clean room :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Dawn, Hastings

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean place and friendly staff. Good location right in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value

It was overall a very nice place for the money. I think the showers and bedding were clean and overall the place was maintained well, with little noise at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very value for money, with clean sheets and a clean bathroom. Hostel was super popular but everyone was quiet and polite, even while using the shared kitchen, things were left clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaybix Holdings

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smack in the city
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful and friendly,the room was comfortable and had a nice view and the location was convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Decent Hostel

Our stay was decent. Sevice was ok but tours needed to be booked with Peterpan Adventure Travel down the street instead of directly through the hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Anonymous, Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
While the location is awesome and staff friendly this place was the worst hoatel we stayed at on our trip. Private room with bunk beds was sweltering hot with no AC or windows. Just a small fan that blew the hot air around. The wifi never worked for us. The room had no outlets to charge our phones. Bathrooms were filthy and the showers had no temperature control. Patchy and terrible signa of maintenance arouns the place like half patched holes in walls and moulding glue in showers. Fridge was so full with peoples food we had no room for our small cooler so didnt bother. The beds were so uncomfortable. Parking was free on the street from 5pm to 9am which worked out for us. Glad we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

chris, new zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location second to none. Price amazing easy to book activities from reception. Lively atmosphere of hostel coupled with central location easy social.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel was very nice. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The room was a little warm with no aircon but not too bad. Overall it was a clean and convenient place. I would recommend it for anyone staying in Rotorua.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Karen at reception was wonderful and friendly. The place was clean and tidy, I was happy to stay there. Showers could use a small shelf or something to put soaps on when showering.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sin Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018