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Backpacker Hostels in Rotorua, New Zealand

6 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $11 for a dorm bed.

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"…the kitchens are of such a poor standard, the pots, pans, crockery, cutlery are ready for the dirt bin. The stove is falling apart, the oven door does not close, and oh my it really needs to be put

from $10.02
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"…- Everything is clean and tidy. Wonderful kitchen with lots of space and utensils. They even have oil and spices! Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly. Cleanest washroom and shower I

from $11.00
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"…Rooms and Bathrooms Bedrooms are spacious, with various power points scattered across the room. The beds and sheets are comfy and sturdy. However, there are no lockers available for use, and

from $9.51

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Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

"…- Rock Solid Backpackers has excellent facilities, and is a very safe, secure, and clean place for budget travelers to stay. There aren’t many cons to this hostel. The Location Rock Solid

from $11.55
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Digital NomadsOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…The dorm we saw was a single large room with six twin beds in it, and the hostel advertises that it has no bunks. There are gender-separated restrooms, with multiple stalls and two showers apiece,

from $13.52
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Solo Traveller

"…Common Spaces They have quite a few older, long-stay guests, who use the kitchen and the adjoining common room regularly and give them the atmosphere of a house-sharing situation. Computers are

Hotels in Rotorua

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Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to a friend. - Astray is a BBH hostel centrally located in the Rotorua central business district. Many of the

from $18.59
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"…- Hot Rock Backpackers is a popular hostel in Rotorua and one of the main stops for Kiwi Experience and Stray Backpacker buses. It's part of the Beyond Backpackers group and has a good location as

from $28.74
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1000 Eruera Street

from $63.19
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1202a Pukuatua Street

from $18.48

Campsites in Rotorua

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"…Please enquire at reception in advance or on arrival. Extra charges may apply. Accounts: Payments must be paid on arrival at check in. Storage Safe: Documents and any other valuable items

from $10.11

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Get to know Rotorua

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Rotorua.

Get to know Rotorua

Rotorua, New Zealand, is a city located on the North Island of New Zealand. The city name was derived from Lake Rotorua, which is situated right next to it. The term “Rotorua” is Maori, and can be translated as “two lakes” whereas “roto” means lake and “rua” means two. By surface area, Lake Rotorua is the second-largest on the North Island and covers almost eighty square kilometres. The crater of a huge volcano in the well-known Taupo Volcanic Zone, a large volcanic area on the island, formed this scenic lake. However, the last big eruption occurred approximately two hundred forty thousand years ago. The lake and therefore the city of Rotorua are a very popular tourist destination. It is the biggest economic factor in the region and the industry has been growing year after year.

Many tourists visit the area for the geothermal areas. Geysers and bubbling mud pools are a major tourist attraction. One of the most famous sights is Te Puia, which is located nearby the city center and features sixty hectares of geothermal wonders. The world famous Pohutu Geyser is located in Te Puia and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute. Around thirty kilometres south of Rotorua, you can find the stunning Wai-O-Tapu, a Maori term for "sacred waters." The active geothermal area boasts numerous colourful hot springs. Another major attraction is the Lady Knox Geyser, which can produce a jet of water up to twenty metres high. If you want to get to know the Maori culture, visit the Maori village. Whakarewarewa is open all year long and shows you everything about the cultural traditions, handcrafts, and famous dances.

The inland climate in Rotorua is mild and precipitation is possible all year round. You can expect about one hundred seventeen days of rain a year. In summer, from December to February, the average daily maximum temperatures hover around twenty-three degrees Celsius. In spring and autumn, you can expect maximum temperatures from fifteen to twenty-one degrees Celsius.

The city of Rotorua is a tourist hub. Hence, you can find any sort of accommodation from top-notch hotels to campgrounds as well as inexpensive hostels in Rotorua, New Zealand. There are numerous hostels in Rotorua, New Zealand; most of the budget places are located right in the centre of the city. In summer, the place can be very busy, so it is recommendable to book your Rotorua, New Zealand hostel or accommodation in advance.

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Rotorua Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Rotorua, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 6
Average dorm price $29
Average private room price $75
Cheapest hostel in RotoruaRotorua Downtown Backpackers with $24.5
Party hostels in RotoruaCrash Palace Backpackers (1 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 8.2

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