Hostel Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
1193 Fenton Street, 3010 Rotorua, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 1078 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Worth the money, big room and clean, friendly staff.
New ZealandStaff were very friendly, and room was very comfortable overall. Great value!
New ZealandGreat double room with very comfortable bedding. Centrally located with plenty of parking and restaurants within walking distance.
New ZealandThe staff was friendly and the place was clean. For $20 a night, it was a good value and location.
New ZealandLOCATION PRICE COMFORTABLE - FIRST TIME AT BACKPACKERS, BUT SHEETS WERE CLEAN, SHOWERS CLEAN - BETTER THAN WHAT I THOUGHT - IT WAS LIKE CAMP CABINS BUT MORE COMFY AND NO ODOURS. PARKING WAS GOOD FOR THE WEEKEND BUT DIDN'T WORRY BEING LOCATED ACROSS FROM POLICE STATION LOL. WE SHARED WITH ONE OTHER BUNK BUT THE PARTITION OPTIONS MAKE MORE COMFORTABLE - I FEEL SORRY FOR THE OTHER GUY CAUSE WE HAD TWO YOUNG KIDS BUT DID NOT COMPLAIN - GOOD LESSON LEARNT IF THE TABLES WERE TURNED. OTHERWISE GREAT STAFF - BUSY BUT NATURAL AND EASY GOING
New ZealandThe staff were very helpful and kind and checking in was quick and easy. The whole hostel was really clean, from the kitchen to the bedroom to the bathroom. The location is fantastic, right in the centre of everything and only a short walk to eat street, the government gardens and the mud pools. The linen was clean and the bunk beds were as comfortable as bunk beds can be! We'd definitely stay again.
South KoreaConvenient location..All that u needed was there. Really good.
New ZealandReally friendly staff at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers, our heater didn't work and they replaced it straight away. Room was comfortable and common areas were taken care of regularly so they were very clean. Would recommend staying here :)
New ZealandThe man staff was very nice become he lent me him buttery when I told him that I forgot it in my house. He was very kindly. I appreciate him. Thank you!!
JapanThe staff is really friendly and helpful. For example, it happens that we missed in the toilet a travel wallet, and as soon as they found it give it back to us immediately. We haven't notice that we forgot. It is just an example of simple things that don't happen in every place.
Uruguay
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
- What guests loved the most:
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Hanis
New Zealand
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Kristyn
New Zealand
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Aaditi
New Zealand
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Staci
New Zealand
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Lii
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Kate
South Korea
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Patricia
New Zealand
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Karolina
New Zealand
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Sayaka
Japan
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Santiago
Uruguay
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.
The property offers many services and amenities including free unlimited WiFi, fresh linen, an extensive movie collection and an outdoor oasis with BBQ. There is also complimentary pasta, rice, tea and coffee.
The hostel is ideally located within a 5-minute walk of a number of bars, restaurants and grocery stores. Nearby attractions include thermal parks, Maori villages, parks, museums and Lake Rotorua. Shuttle services for activities pick-up and drop-off at the front of the building.
Accommodations 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.
This is our guests' favorite part of Rotorua, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Located in the top-rated area in Rotorua, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!
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- Some guests said the rooms were small
- Some guests said in-room temperature could be improved
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- Guests said the public transit was good
See what guests loved the most:
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Hanis
New Zealand“Worth the money, big room and clean, friendly staff.”
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Kristyn
New Zealand
“Staff were very friendly, and room was very comfortable overall. Great value!”
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Aaditi
New Zealand
“Great double room with very comfortable bedding. Centrally located with plenty of parking and restaurants within walking distance.”
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Staci
New Zealand
“The staff was friendly and the place was clean. For $20 a night, it was a good value and location.”
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Lii
New Zealand
“LOCATION PRICE COMFORTABLE - FIRST TIME AT BACKPACKERS, BUT SHEETS WERE CLEAN, SHOWERS CLEAN - BETTER THAN WHAT I THOUGHT - IT WAS LIKE CAMP CABINS BUT MORE COMFY AND NO ODOURS. PARKING WAS GOOD FOR THE WEEKEND BUT DIDN'T WORRY BEING LOCATED ACROSS FROM POLICE STATION LOL. WE SHARED WITH ONE OTHER BUNK BUT THE PARTITION OPTIONS MAKE MORE COMFORTABLE - I FEEL SORRY FOR THE OTHER GUY CAUSE WE HAD TWO YOUNG KIDS BUT DID NOT COMPLAIN - GOOD LESSON LEARNT IF THE TABLES WERE TURNED. OTHERWISE GREAT STAFF - BUSY BUT NATURAL AND EASY GOING” Read more
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Kate
South Korea“The staff were very helpful and kind and checking in was quick and easy. The whole hostel was really clean, from the kitchen to the bedroom to the bathroom. The location is fantastic, right in the centre of everything and only a short walk to eat street, the government gardens and the mud pools. The linen was clean and the bunk beds were as comfortable as bunk beds can be! We'd definitely stay again.” Read more
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Patricia
New Zealand
“Convenient location..All that u needed was there. Really good.”
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Karolina
New Zealand
“Really friendly staff at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers, our heater didn't work and they replaced it straight away. Room was comfortable and common areas were taken care of regularly so they were very clean. Would recommend staying here :)”
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Sayaka
Japan“The man staff was very nice become he lent me him buttery when I told him that I forgot it in my house. He was very kindly. I appreciate him. Thank you!!”
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Santiago
Uruguay“The staff is really friendly and helpful. For example, it happens that we missed in the toilet a travel wallet, and as soon as they found it give it back to us immediately. We haven't notice that we forgot. It is just an example of simple things that don't happen in every place.” Read more
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About Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
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Located Right in the Heart of Iconic Rotorua - surrounded by Bubbling Mud, Geysers and the Crown Jewels that are The Mighty Kaituna River (7 Meter Waterfall!) and The Majestic Mt Tarawera Volcano!
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Rotorua District Library0.1 miles
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Tamaki Maori Village0.2 miles
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Rotorua Government Gardens0.2 miles
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Red Stag Timber-Waipa Saw Mill0.2 miles
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Rotorua District Council0.2 miles
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Rotorua High Court, District Court and Family Court0.2 miles
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Scion Crown Research Institute0.2 miles
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Rotorua Eat Street0.2 miles
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Polynesian Spa0.3 miles
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Matariki Cultural Centre0.3 miles
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Restaurant The Lava Bar0.6 miles
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Cafe/Bar The Art Cafe0 miles
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Restaurant The Pig & Whistle0.1 miles
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Restaurant Eat Streat0.1 miles
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Te Puia1.9 miles
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Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park2 miles
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Rotorua International Stadium2.1 miles
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Lake Rotorua4 miles
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Paradise Valley Springs5.6 miles
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Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park7.6 miles
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Buried Village7.9 miles
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Lake Lake Rotorua0.6 miles
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Mountain Skyline Rotorua3.1 miles
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Rotorua Regional Airport3.9 miles
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Tauranga Airport32.3 miles
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Taupo Airport42.8 miles
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Amenities of Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- BBQ facilities
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Library
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Tour desk
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
General
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Hebrew
- Chinese
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 5 and above are considered adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
FAQs about Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Rotorua Downtown Backpackers by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 15min
- Taxi 15min
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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is 2,150 feet from the center of Rotorua.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers (subject to availability):
- Parking
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The prices at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Library
