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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

3.5 star property
Comfortable adults-only hostel in Rotorua

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Exterior
Private Twin Ensuite Room
Reception
Towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua, 3010
  • Popular LocationEat Street5 min walk
  • Popular LocationRotorua Central Mall10 min walk
  • Popular LocationPolynesian Spa14 min walk
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)18 min drive

Room options

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Private Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm (Main St)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Living area

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Level 2)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Private Twin Ensuite Room

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private Ensuite Room

Private Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
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About the area

Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua places you steps from Kuirau Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Eat Street. Highlights at this eco-friendly hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Added amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Rotorua hostel include Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua.
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What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 11 min walk
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Social Club - 2 min walk
  • Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - 5 min walk
  • Poco Tapas and Wine - 4 min walk
  • Cbk Craft Bar & Kitchen - 6 min walk
  • Le Cafe De Paris - 7 min walk

About this property

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Comfortable adults-only hostel in Rotorua
As a guest of Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua, you'll find a library, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe.

This 3.5-star Rotorua hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1970
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers 14 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking

Things to do

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Heating

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Backpacker property is rated 3 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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

What is the cancellation policy at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua on 16 May 2024 start from NZ$115.50, 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.

Is Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua family-friendly?

No, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

No, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?

There isn't one on site, but Government Gardens Golf is a short 13-minute walk away.

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 189 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 189 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Connell

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gurbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

8/10 Good

Yuri

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

10/10 Excellent

Brittney P

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Yusei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Need some more outlets or extension cords in room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Comfortable .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For anyone just looking for an affordable place to stay while in Rotorua and doesn't care about all the hotel-type "luxuries", this place is fantastic. Basically a nice, quiet small private room with bed and small table, and shared common facilities e.g. bathrooms, showers, kitchen, and rec room. As someone who was traveling solo and just looking for something cheap and close to downtown, and didn't plan on spending a whole lot of time at the hotel, this was absolutely it. The guy who checked me in at the front was incredibly nice and helpful about things to do in Rotorua and I enjoyed the general "honor system" type of culture toward respecting others in the shared spaces. Great vibes, lovely people, and nice and cheap. Towels are supplied but bring your own soap, toiletries, etc.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023