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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Rotorua, steps from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic Area
Bar (on property)
Restaurant
BBQ/picnic Area
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is ideal for exploring the city's culture, steps from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy amenities like a library, on-site laundry, and a terrace. Multilingual staff offer local tips.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

10 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

12 Bed Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2015
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Inner City, a neighbourhood in Rotorua, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is near the airport and on a lake. Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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Map
1193 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Tamaki Maori Village - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rotorua Night Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eat Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Capizzi Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dak Jib Korean Fried Chicken - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Hostel near Tamaki Maori Village
Located close to Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers provides a terrace, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • 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 lift

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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 8 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rotorua Downtown Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Self-parking is available for NZD 8 per day. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Rotorua Downtown Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Rotorua Downtown Backpackers located?

Located in Inner City, this hostel is steps away from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre and Tamaki Maori Village. Rotorua Night Market is just steps away.

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