About this property
Offering free WiFi and free on-site parking, Astray Motel & Backpackers is located in central Rotorua. Guest facilities include a shared kitchen and a common room with a large flat-screen satellite TV. The airport shuttle bus stops right outside of Astray Motel. Kuirau Park, with many of the geothermal activities for which Rotorua is famous, is 500 metres away. The hostel offers rooms with either private or shared bathroom facilities. All bed linen is provided. Guests have access to laundry facilities and a tour desk. Astray Motel & Backpackers is located 1 km from Rotorua’s lakefront. Limited Wi-Fi internet access is available. Limited parking is available at the motel. Free street parking is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Liban
United Kingdom
“Very flexible and welcoming despite our late arrival. Thanks Iya.” - Jerry
New Zealand
“The hospitality of the Front Desk continues to excel & staff helpful.” - Joyebelles
New Zealand
“Staff great great location for short stay would use again” - Tuira
New Zealand
“I really enjoyed our stay. Staff were friendly. Helpful. We had everything we needed - toilet and shower facility is in the family rooms so it was a bonus that we didn’t have to share any amenities. Toilet paper, bedding and soap was provided as...” - Jerry
New Zealand
“The front desk are always helpful & complimentary.” - Karin
Australia
“Cheap friendly accommodation in the middle of town. There's a great coffee shop shop next door where you can get coffee from 6.30 AM. We were a family of nine using the common kitchen and lounge for cooking and eating breakfasts before exploring...” - Stacy
New Zealand
“Tidy room. handy location. Good place to stay overnight, and it is good price.” - Peter
New Zealand
“very friendly staff and quiet motel. very handy location. good the price for staying one night.” - Lucas
Brazil
“Super friendly staff and outstanding service.Excellent value for your money.” - Allen
New Zealand
“good budget motel, room is tidy and cosy. the mattress was comfortable. I got a soundly sleeping!”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that reception hours are 08:30 AM to 08:30 PM.
For guests who expect to arrive at the property after 08:30 PM are requested to inform the hotel in advance to arrange the key collection, An incidentals bond may be required.
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard or any other credit card.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Astray Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.