[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel in Rotorua, steps from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/3b1011ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/825da4c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/ca76d4ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/dfdb746a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/4e872afe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is ideal for exploring the city's culture, steps from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre. Enjoy amenities like a library, on-site laundry, and a terrace. Multilingual staff offer local tips. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=15047771&PinnedHotelID=15047771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/e140dddc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/68f5a105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 10 Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/68f5a105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/228c7187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 54 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/68f5a105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15050000/15047800/15047771/68f5a105.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Bed Female Dorm ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### 12 Bed Mixed Dorm, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### 8 Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Renovated in 2015 Ceiling fan Microwave Shared/communal kitchen Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 15 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Rotorua travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua.dx6048125) [View more Hostels in Rotorua](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hostels.d6048125-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.13602%2C176.25374&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LXPuL0OHrblsFlvyu5gjZwMHQWo=) 1193 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010 ### What's nearby - Tamaki Maori Village - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Rotorua Night Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Eat Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Polynesian Spa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Rotorua Central Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km ### Getting around - Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬3 min walk - ‪Fat Dog Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Lotus Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min walk - ‪Yaki Yaki - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Fainting Goat - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel near Tamaki Maori Village Located close to Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre, Rotorua Downtown Backpackers provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and barbecue grills - Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff Room features All guestrooms at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and ceiling fans - Shared bathrooms with showers - Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1740000/1734100/1734027/40564088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua Inner City - Free WiFi - Game room - Parking available - Laundry 8.4 Very good 215 reviews CA $67 CA $77 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=1734027&PinnedHotelID=1734027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Self parking on site (NZD 8 per day) ### Food and drink - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - On a lake - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas - Renovated entire property - April 2015 - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Shared kitchen access ### More - Ceiling fan - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from October 3 2022 to March 31 2023 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Self parking fee: NZD 8 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Rotorua Backpackers Hostel Backpackers Rotorua Backpackers Hostel Rotorua Backpackers Rotorua Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Rotorua Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rotorua Downtown Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers? > Self parking is available for NZD 8 per day. There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Rotorua Downtown Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Rotorua Downtown Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Rotorua Downtown Backpackers located? > Located in Inner City, this hostel is steps from Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre, Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre, and Tamaki Maori Village. Rotorua Night Market is just steps away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rotorua Downtown Backpackers Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 47 6 - Okay 17 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 4 ### 7.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.4/10 Staff & service ### 6.8/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 5, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good hostel in town Conveniently located opposite the I-site where the bus stops at. Friendly staff. Cheap dorm room. Youthful crowd with a few long termers. Wifi is only available in the lounge area. Wifi was spotty at times but worked well. Good fully stocked kitchen. Free coffee and tea. The bathroom is not lit very well and the door on the male bathrooms was broken off, but I'm sure it will be fixed soon. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 10, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Clean hostel and friendly staff ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ting Ting Jul 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Nice and helpful staff Warm and clean room :) ##### Ting Ting Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Dawn, Hastings Jul 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean place and friendly staff. Good location right in town. ##### Dawn Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller May 31, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Value It was overall a very nice place for the money. I think the showers and bedding were clean and overall the place was maintained well, with little noise at night. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jacek Mar 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Hotel na jedną noc Hotel dobry na jedną noc w czasie podróży po Nowej Zelandii. Usytuowany w centrum Rotorua, niezbyt daleko od źródeł termalnych i gejzerów. Czysto i w miarę wygodnie. Wspólne sanitariaty. Dostępna kuchnia. ##### Jacek Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 22, 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### angela Jan 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness ##### angela Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jan 19, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Ooosa Jan 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were very kind, the room was changed by we need. ##### Ooosa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 2, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 더블룸에 묵었는데 매우 만족합니다. 타월과 샴푸, 비누 등도 놓여져 있었습니다. 다만, 벽에 옷을 걸 수 있는 공간과 거울이 없어 아쉬웠습니다. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very value for money, with clean sheets and a clean bathroom. Hostel was super popular but everyone was quiet and polite, even while using the shared kitchen, things were left clean and tidy. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### patricia Dec 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### patricia Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaybix Holdings Dec 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Smack in the city ##### Kaybix Holdings Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Yi ching Oct 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Yi ching Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karlotta Oct 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Karlotta Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were helpful and friendly,the room was comfortable and had a nice view and the location was convenient ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas Jul 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Thomas Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Kevin May 2, 2019 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Decent Hostel Our stay was decent. Sevice was ok but tours needed to be booked with Peterpan Adventure Travel down the street instead of directly through the hostel. ##### Kevin Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019