Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Property class: 2

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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.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

Double Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

10 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

4 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

12 Bed Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Inner City, a neighborhood 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 travelers looking to shop may want to visit Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
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1193 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • A group of men performing a traditional dance with long sticks in a tropical setting with dense foliage and wooden structures.
    Tamaki Maori Village
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A brightly lit pedestrian walkway with colorful lighting and various signs.
    Eat Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A tranquil indoor pool with a view of a lake and mountains.
    Polynesian Spa
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rotorua Night Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Scope
    7 min walk
  • CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen
    6 min walk
  • El Mexican Zapata
    4 min walk
  • The Early Bird Coffee
    5 min walk

About this property

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

  • Hostel near Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre
  • Located close to Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre and Tamaki Maori Village, 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
    • Barbecue grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Shared bathrooms with showers
    • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/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 transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self 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 elevator

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 3 2022 to March 31 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rotorua Downtown Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre, and Tamaki Maori Village. Rotorua Night Market is just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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