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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

3.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Rotorua

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Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua (Rotorua)
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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

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

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

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Laundry detergent
  • 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
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Laundry detergent
  • 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

Highlights

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

Map
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco Tapas And Wine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Capizzi Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Hostel near Polynesian Spa
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:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a nature reserve, and a billiards/pool table
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and bicycle parking
  • Luggage storage and a front-desk safe
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 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 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

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

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Hostel
Rock Solid Backpackers Hostel
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Rock Solid Backpackers
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Rotorua
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 Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua on Oct 29, 2025 start from $52.25, excluding 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 at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

There is free parking nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 2 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 AM.

Where is Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua located?

Located in Inner City, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kuirau Park and Polynesian Spa. Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market are also within 10 minutes.

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