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Among the facilities at this property are 2 spacious, shared kitchens overlooking the water and a separate shared lounge area, and a specialised private group area. We have upmarket private rooms with ensuites to shared dorms with or without ensuites with eco-friendly bedding and tastefully decorated. This hostel has sustainability at it’s core. One of the nicest hostels I've been to! I loved the location, very beautiful building, and the terrace overlooking the bay is the perfect spot to have breakfast! Shout-out to the staff! They were so nice and helpful (especially Luciano), as a solo traveler it is much appreciated. The bathrooms and showers were clean, the dorms as well.

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8.2
Very good
1,012 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema. It is just 5 minutes' walk from the Rotorua Visitors Centre and bus stops. The property is within walking distance to a weekly night market. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The kitchen and shared common spaces gave lots of space for different groups to hang out instead of being confined to your room which was nice. It was fairly easy to get to the highway and there is a grocery store within about a 10 minute walk. We didn't get a chance to check it out but it looked like the area had some night life as well as parks.

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8.1
Very good
1,416 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property features a spa centre, evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Amazing hostel - very clean (maybe the clenaest hostel I've seen in my travels) and well taken care of all faciltiies..Shared Kitchen was well equipped, bathrooms were a bit old ashioned but very clean. They have laundry possibilities and the rooms have heaters (well needed when it's winter in NZ).

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8.5
Very good
918 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is a modern hostel is located in the heart of Rotorua across the road from the I-Site and major bus lines.

Accommodation includes private rooms or dormitory-style rooms. All are heated and have linen provided. The private rooms offer fans and a desk. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. Everything really. The outside space being able to smoke is cool as.

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8.3
Very good
705 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Located on a quiet street opposite Blake Park, Seagulls Guesthouse offers free fibre WiFi and is a 5-minute walk from Mount Maunganui Beach. Accommodation options are all private and include double, twin, single and family rooms. Everything was perfect. The place is well located, the rooms are comfortable and the whole place is very clean.

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8.3
Very good
847 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Situated in Mount Maunganui, 1.3 km from Mount Maunganui Beach, Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The atmosphere, the facilities, the staff. The beds are great, and they have a nice tv room and Ping pong table. Also they organize some fun activities regularly. It’s a great place to meet nice people :)

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8.1
Very good
492 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge and Camp is in the heart of Rotorua on the edge of the famous Kuirau Geothermal Park. We are a family run business and have been here for 38 years. We welcome you for a simple bathe and stay experience. We have a restaurant onsite that is open for Breakfast, and we are happy to help you with your travels. Hot pool was open until late. The cabin was clean, toilet was really nice, also the heater was good to have for the cold weather. They have a pool table which is pretty cool and a free simple, but nice breakfast. Location was the best, walking distance every where!

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8
Very good
113 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Situated in Tauranga, 13 km from ASB Baypark Stadium, Hugo & Carters Backpackers & Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Staff members from the reception and housekeeping were very friendly and welcoming All common areas were thoroughly cleaned daily The room was comfortable . Location was quiet

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7.2
Good
1,053 reviews
Price from
US$27
per night

The cosy hostel is conveniently located near the awe-inspiring Kuirau Park, featuring captivating geothermal wonders. Guests can explore tranquil forest trails, experience heart-pumping bike rides, relax in natural hot springs, and immerse themselves in Maori culture. It's the nicest hostel I've ever seen in my life! The kitchen and lounge areas were so nice

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7.9
Good
1,670 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Buried Village is 15 km from the hostel and Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 17 km away. Great location, very central and easy to walk to most things. The beds are really comfy and the area was quiet. Staff are super friendly and helpful. The kitchen is well-equipped and kept very clean.

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7.5
Good
593 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

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