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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

3.5 star property
Adventure and relaxation blend perfectly at this Rotorua accommodation where travelers can enjoy outdoor thrills by day and comfortable rooms by night.

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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is steps from Polynesian Spa, perfect for active travelers. Relax with in-room WiFi after exploring, challenge fellow travelers to a game of pool, or get expert advice on local attractions from the helpful tour assistance desk.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2) | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm (Main St)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
4 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2) | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Ensuite Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Ensuite Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Twin Ensuite Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Twin Ensuite Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
3 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Inner City, a neighborhood in Rotorua, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park, while Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Tamaki Maori Village are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and ziplining. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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Map
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Rotorua showing night scenes and markets
    Eat Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard
    Tamaki Maori Village
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rotorua Night Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rotorua Central Mall
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Poco.
    4 min walk
  • Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua
    7 min walk
  • Pig & Whistle
    5 min walk
  • Atticus Finch
    6 min walk
  • Fat Dog Cafe & Bar
    5 min walk

About this property

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Hostel located in Inner City
An arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua. Active travelers can enjoy rock climbing at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
  • A billiards/pool table, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Bicycle parking and a nature reserve
Room features
All guestrooms at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • Separate dining areas, eco-friendly cleaning products, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Rock climbing

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Rock Solid Backpackers Hostel
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Rock Solid Backpackers
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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua on Mar 8, 2026 start from $81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua located?

Located in Inner City, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Kuirau Park, Eat Street, and Rotorua Night Market. Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities, fantastic hostel - and really lovely people!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room. Easy check in and friendly staff. Nice location in town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, tidy and clean kitchen/bathroom, modern rooms, had everything I needed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Amenities
The staff is amazing and treats everyone like VIP! Clean and easy to move around the building. They are very organised. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MANAVJOT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first staying in a hostel and I had a great time. The room was super tidy. The staff is great and super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Staff are great people.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is so good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private room was big with good facilities. Nice comfortable bed. Hostel itself is huge and has good common areas including a very big kitchen. Staff were friendly. In good location walking distance to bars, cafes etc.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Plenty of facilities for number of guests that were staying while I was there, nothing felt crowded. Everything was clean. Big lockers to store your bags in which is good. Free parking a short walk away too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay here! I love that there are sloped ramps instead of stairs up. There were 3 bunks in my room and 2 single twin beds! I enjoyed a night of not having anyone above or close to me! Staff was super friendly. Lots of supplies in the kitchen for cooking. Walking distance to the Polynesian Spa. Overall loved my stay here!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vedant Ulhas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a private room in this hostel. The property was clean, the bed was comfortable. Please note this doesn’t have air conditioning but does have heater as well as a fan. Parking was easy. Satisfied with the stay otherwise given the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rotorua is a pretty small town so you can walk to pretty much everywhere in the “downtown” area. Can walk to start your tours and shuttles within 5 minutes.

6/10 Okay

Satish

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
No parking, no lifts, mostly suitable for backpacker groups. The property is well inside a building complex , have to walk some distance by carrying luggage. Window view is adjacent buildings. Pricey for the facilities. However the property was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keishi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate response of staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Comfortable .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located so great for getting around. Friendly and helpful staff, helpful about providing bus information etc. Luggage storage in a locked room. Lots of kitchens and lounges. I had a private room with ensuite which was fine, a bit basic but everything I needed. Only thing I didn't like was that the bed linen was very pilly which was a bit uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tania

Liked: Staff & service
The staff member who greeted me was amazing he was so helpful and enthusiatic I would return purely becasue of the servie he provided. I know it was Rotorua but in the area near the kitchen it smelted like people had not showered for weeks were in the rooms and the carpet and kitchen floors were dirty and I did not want to walk around in barefeet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good facilities. Not sure if i was off-season but it seems a very quiet hostel. Huge lounge/communal space on third floor. Women’s bathrooms have hairdryer and straighteners in them which is a nice touch. Free parking a short walk away. The top bunk bed did not have a bar or edge so may be an issue if you toss and turn in your sleep. Overall a great stay-I ended up staying here twice during my travels. The Lotus cage next door also does good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only here for a night. Price was reasonable. The area seemed nice and I’ve seen places to eat and drink. The place was clean, and kept up. The staff was nice. If I ever make it back to Rotorua I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff, front desk, were lovely and welcoming. The facility is very basic. I don't mind basic but I like clean basic and this was not it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient at the heart of the city.

10/10 Excellent

Siew Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is at a centralised area where easy to access supermarkets and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much fun to have the climbing gym right there! I had a great stay and even booked an extra night because I was enjoying Rotorua so much. Very clean rooms and super friendly service, next time I'm back I know where I'm staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022