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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

3.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Rotorua

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Reception
Breakfast area
Reception
Living area
Located near Polynesian Spa, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is a haven for adventure-seekers. Unwind with WiFi in your room, challenge friends at the billiards/pool table or explore the nearby attractions with help from tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (8)

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (4)

  • Separate dining area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free parking nearby
The current price is $57
includes taxes & fees
$49 per night
Mar 29 - Mar 30

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Basic Single Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
3 bathrooms
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm (Main St)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2) | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2) | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Twin Ensuite Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
3 bathrooms
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Private Ensuite Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Private Ensuite Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior

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  • Free parking
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 431 reviews
The price is $61
includes taxes & fees
$52 per night
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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About the neighborhood

Map
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Social Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

At Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Skyline Rotorua.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1970
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

Special features

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Does Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua and nearby?

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua has an arcade.

What's the area around Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua like?

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is a short 5-minute walk from Eat Street and 8 minutes' walk from Rotorua Hospital.

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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and very clean
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Staff are great people.
Kaji, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
MANAVJOT, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location.
Hans, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff, tidy and clean kitchen/bathroom, modern rooms, had everything I needed
Verena, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Blanket could be better quality
Oliver, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The service is so good
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient at the heart of the city.

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Callum, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is at a centralised area where easy to access supermarkets and shopping.
Siew Yan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good.
Lee, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
Abigail, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Kate, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hostel, would come again.
The hostel was great, the beds were comfy, it is centrally located and the staff were super helpful. The bathrooms could be in better condition (they were clean), and the showers really need a place to hold towels/ clothes.
Martin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This establishment attracts a wide range of guests which makes for a very pleasant experience. Staff are very customer service oriented and the vibe is consumer friendly. I will return to stay here on future journeys to Rotorua NZ.
IEUFAKA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.

8/10 Very good

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.
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Comfortable .
Ichiro, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Tania, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Location okey but not really comfortable
The hostel location is good . I stayed in female dorm next to shower room , so much noise when people come and go .Also there is weird smell in the room; The pillow is too thin made my neck pain after two night stays .
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hostel is in a great location, close to the bus stop, the spa and plenty of bars and restaurants. Staff were really welcoming. The bed was comfortable but the room lacked any sockets near the bed and the curtain did not fit the window very well. I thought the kitchen could do with a deep clean and if the hostel is full you might be waiting to cook your dinner.
Amy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Abigail, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not exactly the cleanest especially the showers and common area. The whole place needs a deep clean.

8/10 Very good

Need some more outlets or extension cords in room
Yusei, 2-night trip