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Hostels in Rotorua

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  • Haka House Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews
    From
    US$54
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
    From
    US$123
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Crashpalace Backpackers

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
    From
    US$41
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

    Fenton Street, Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
    From
    US$43
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Stay Hostel Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews
    From
    US$55
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Rotorua Hostel

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    From
    US$40
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Rotorua Central Backpackers

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Victoria Hostel

    Rotorua
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
    From
    US$41
    1 night, 2 adults
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Crashpalace Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

K
Karolina
From
Lithuania
Very clean and cozy, friendly staff, warm everywhere, there is big TV in the lounge, good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Price from
US$40.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rotorua

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema.

S
Selma
From
Iceland
Best hostel hands down I’ve been to. They have a blow dryer and a hair straightener in the girls bathroom which I’ve never seen before and it’s super nice ! Everything was clean and calm and the location is great ! Big kitchen with everything you need and a dining area. Staff was wonderful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
Price from
US$70.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Fenton Street, Rotorua

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.

R
ROSARIO
From
Australia
The staff were amazing. Really nice people. Too friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
Price from
US$47.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Haka House Rotorua

Rotorua

Explore Rotorua’s natural beauty and cultural gems while enjoying comfortable and stylish accommodation at Haka House Rotorua.

R
Rachel
From
Canada
Great location and easy check in process.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews
Price from
US$53.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Stay Hostel Rotorua

Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

N
Nursyahida Izzati
From
Malaysia
Strategic place, proper parking spot and plenty of facilities. Near to thursday night market.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews
Price from
US$55.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Rotorua Central Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Rotorua Central Backpackers is set in Rotorua. Free WiFi is provided. Rotorua is 700 metres from the hostel, while Papamoa is 49 km from the property.

X
Xiao Qi
From
Malaysia
Good location. Super good staff and service, very helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
US$69.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Rotorua

We welcome you for a simple chalet stay experience. We have a simple Continental Breakfast included with your chalet for January 2026.

E
Eric
From
France
The host first very personable, friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$122.77
1 night, 2 adults
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Crashpalace Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

K
Karolina
From
Lithuania
Very clean and cozy, friendly staff, warm everywhere, there is big TV in the lounge, good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Price from
US$40.63
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rotorua

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema.

S
Selma
From
Iceland
Best hostel hands down I’ve been to. They have a blow dryer and a hair straightener in the girls bathroom which I’ve never seen before and it’s super nice ! Everything was clean and calm and the location is great ! Big kitchen with everything you need and a dining area. Staff was wonderful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
Price from
US$70.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Fenton Street, Rotorua

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.

R
ROSARIO
From
Australia
The staff were amazing. Really nice people. Too friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
Price from
US$47.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Haka House Rotorua

Rotorua

Explore Rotorua’s natural beauty and cultural gems while enjoying comfortable and stylish accommodation at Haka House Rotorua.

R
Rachel
From
Canada
Great location and easy check in process.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews
Price from
US$53.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Stay Hostel Rotorua

Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs.

N
Nursyahida Izzati
From
Malaysia
Strategic place, proper parking spot and plenty of facilities. Near to thursday night market.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews
Price from
US$55.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Rotorua Central Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Rotorua Central Backpackers is set in Rotorua. Free WiFi is provided. Rotorua is 700 metres from the hostel, while Papamoa is 49 km from the property.

X
Xiao Qi
From
Malaysia
Good location. Super good staff and service, very helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Price from
US$69.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp

Rotorua

We welcome you for a simple chalet stay experience. We have a simple Continental Breakfast included with your chalet for January 2026.

E
Eric
From
France
The host first very personable, friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$122.77
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Rotorua

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Rotorua

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Haka House Rotorua

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$73.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews
Lovely clean hostel with comfy beds in the private rooms. Great location for town. Used the shared bathrooms on arrival and cleanest hostel toilets I have ever seen.
Guest review by
Michelle
Family with young children

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$68.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
The hostel is very social and gets a cozy vibe to it, that does make it feel like home when staying a longer time! I had an amazing time meeting so many new people at the backpackers and enjoyed the time there a lot
Guest review by
Ronja
Solo traveller

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$68.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
Great location in the centre of Rotorua, super friendly staff and the hostel couldn't be cleaner! They are really cleaning all the time! Big kitchen with several microwaves, sinks, stoves, 2 big double doors fridges etc. Really enjoyed my stay here
Guest review by
Hendrika Jansens
Solo traveller

Crashpalace Backpackers

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$72.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Vibrant hostel in a great location, huge common area
Guest review by
Marisa
Solo traveller

Crashpalace Backpackers

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$72.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
The hostel was clean and at a great location.
Guest review by
Esmeralda
Solo traveller

Haka House Rotorua

Hostel in Rotorua
Avg. price/night: US$73.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,875 reviews
One of the best hostels I've stayed at. Lovely layout of the rooms, comfy bunk beds with curtains. Toiletries in the spacious showers. Plenty of lounge space although I didn't have a chance to use it.
Guest review by
Ingrida
Solo traveller

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Hostel in Rotorua
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
I think its the best hostel in Rotorua. Inside its very safe and staff are very friendly and full of energy. I reccomend strongly.
Guest review by
Yoann
Solo traveller

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