Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Property class: 3.5
Adults-only hostel within easy reach of Polynesian Spa

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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Polynesian Spa. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (9)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate dining area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free parking nearby
The current price is $54
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8

Room options

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View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, chairs, and a large window offering a city view.

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm (Main St)

A bunk bed with two people, one standing and one sitting, in a room with a bed and a small table.

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm (Main St)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a grill, and a view of the outside.

Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Private Ensuite Room

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small table, a shower area, and a kitchenette.

Private Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a view of buildings outside.

Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Private Twin Ensuite Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a small table, a fan, a shower, and a sink.

Private Twin Ensuite Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A bed with a person reading a book, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a grill, and a view of the outside.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory

A modern hotel room with a large wardrobe, a sofa bed, a small round table, and a view of the outside through a large window.

Standard Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Rotorua Night Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eat Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Mexican Zapata - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Early Bird Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

  • Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Polynesian Spa. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 328 ft

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

What to do

  • Rock climbing
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

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
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

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

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua also has an arcade.

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

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is in Inner City, a short 14-minute walk from Polynesian Spa and 5 minutes' walk from Eat Street.

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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

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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, good amenities, fantastic hostel - and really lovely people!
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10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff, tidy and clean kitchen/bathroom, modern rooms, had everything I needed
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff. Good location at 5mn walk from Intercity bus station and 8mn walk from Pak'N Save supermarket.
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great, close to everything. We had an ensuite room, which was nice and clean. The staff was courteous and helpful, and it was a pleasant surprise to have a rock-climbing facility, even though we didn't use it.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and very clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Easy check in and friendly staff. Nice location in town
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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4/10 Fair

Rooms are as you would expect from a backpackers: very average. But wow, the amenities are great. Rockwall, movie room. If you are backpacking through Rotorua, definitly stay here.
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10/10 Exceptional

The service is so good
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8/10 Very good

Nice hostel in the centre of Rotorua - It is within walking distance to many of the main attractions such as Sulphur Point and Kuirau Park. Staff were friendly and the facilities (especially the kitchen) were clean. The hostel also had a pool table and table tennis table. Unfortunately, these weren't available in an evening because the reception area was closed and locked after a certain time (6pm I believe). Parking was plentiful on the street outside and this was free after 12 on a Saturday and all day on Sunday. It is also free after 5pm most days I believe. I would stay here again for cheap, convenient accommodation in Rotorua.
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Staff are great people.
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is amazing and treats everyone like VIP! Clean and easy to move around the building. They are very organised. Close to everything!
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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!
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6/10 Good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed in a mixed 6 bed dorm and it was fine, no issues. I have stayed in a lot worse hostels / backpackers. Staff were super friendly and cleaning all day and kitchen and bathroom facilities were well maintained. Only issue I could mention is room was very hot, no AC, I did struggle to fall asleep because of this, there was a fan but in a room of 6 it didn't really do much
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!!
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good

Comfortable .
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

I appreciate response of staff
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6/10 Good

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.