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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel

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Sep 30, 2025 - Oct 01, 2025
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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel

Overview

  • parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • laundry

Intro

The modern Rotorua Downtown Backpackers hostel is located approximately 5 minutes' walk from Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre and boasts a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a garden. Offering public parking nearby, this Rotorua hostel is in the vicinity of Government Gardens.

Rooms

There are 78 rooms in Rotorua Downtown Backpackers hostel, some of them come with a microwave, as well as amenities like complimentary wireless internet.

Location

Found merely 1.3 km from Kuirau Park, the hostel is a mere 1.4 km from worship locations like Saint Faith's Anglican Church. Lake Rotorua is 850 m from Rotorua Downtown Backpackers hostel, while Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center is nearly 25 minutes' walk away.

Eat

A café Mrs Higgins Oven Fresh Cookies is just 0.6 km away. The Rotorua property is also fitted with a shared kitchen.

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Rooms

Double Room
Room size: 8 m2
Max capacity: +
Twin Room
Room size: 7 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Rooms

  • Heating

Services

  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Relax

  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Reviews

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8/10 Very good (434 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.2
  • Comfort 7.9
  • Facilities 7.9
  • Free WiFi 9.1
  • Location 9.4
  • Total 7.9
  • Value for money 8.4
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Eva

9.2/10
We truly appreciated the hotel's prime location right next to the intercity bus stop, making transportation a breeze. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, going the extra mile to ensure we had a comfortable stay. The cleanliness of the facilities was also commendable, particularly in the kitchen, which was well-maintained and equipped for a great cooking experience. Plus, the free BBQ night was a fun addition that allowed guests to socialize and enjoy a meal together.
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Jason

9.6/10
I loved the convenient location right in the center of the city, making it easy to explore everything nearby. The staff were incredibly friendly and went the extra mile to assist with recommendations and directions. The kitchen was large and well-maintained, ensuring that it was a comfortable space to prepare meals.
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Evelyn

9.8/10
it’s super clean, and the staff went above and beyond. The location is perfect, right next to the Visitor's Centre, making it easy to explore everything in the city. The facilities are great, too; the kitchen is well-equipped, and I loved the free pasta.
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Stella

9.6/10
We loved the fantastic location, being right next to the bus station and information center, which made exploring the area super easy. The rooms were clean and spacious, and we appreciated the comfortable beds that ensured a restful night's sleep.
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Oliver

10/10
I had an amazing stay at this hotel, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The cleanliness was top-notch, and I appreciated the location being so close to the bus station. Plus, the free tea and coffee added a nice touch!
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Ava

9.6/10
I loved the cleanliness of the hotel, and the bathrooms were always available and tidy. The location couldn't be better, as it's right next to the bus station and information center, making transportation super convenient.
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Rob

9.8/10
We loved the hotel's central location. It’s close to shops and the lake. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The common areas were clean and inviting, making it easy to meet other travelers.
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Location

1193 Fenton Street
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Lake Rotorua 900 m (2953 ft)
  • 2. Arawa War Memorial Statue 390 m (1280 ft)
  • 3. Government Gardens 570 m (1870 ft)
  • 4. Eat Street 510 m (1673 ft)
  • 5. Lake Tarawera's Hot Water Beach 190 m (623 ft)
  • 6. Central Mall 760 m (2493 ft)
  • 7. Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre 320 m (1050 ft)
  • 8. Te Puia 3.08 km (1.91 mi.)
  • 9. Fancy Meow Cat Cafe 320 m (1050 ft)
  • 1. Deli Roasts 90 m (295 ft)
  • 2. Coffee Collective 230 m (755 ft)
  • 3. Rhodes Cafe N Restaurant 100 m (328 ft)
  • 4. Art Cafe 60 m (197 ft)
  • 5. Ali Baba's Tunisian Takeaways 470 m (1542 ft)
  • 6. Milly's All Day BreKfast 170 m (558 ft)
  • 7. Sushi Bar Haru 50 m (164 ft)
  • 8. Mok Ja Eatery 400 m (1312 ft)
  • 1. Rotorua I-Site 90 m (295 ft)
  • 2. Rotorua CBD - Arawa Street 240 m (787 ft)
  • 3. Amohia Street 430 m (1411 ft)
  • 4. Fenton Street - Opposite Pak N Save 550 m (1804 ft)
  • 5. Flying fox 680 m (2231 ft)
  • 6. Rotorua 70 m (230 ft)