Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Hostel in Rotorua
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Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hostel
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
Map of Rotorua
Available Rooms
Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
1 Double • 96 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 150 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 215 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 301 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 150 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Ratings and reviews
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10.0 / 10.0
- Große Zimmer
- Bequeme Betten
- 2 Küchen
- Genug Sanitäre Anlagen
- Sauber
- Viele, gemütliche Aufenthaltsbereiche
- Zuvorkommendes Personal
- Verschiedene Angebote im Hostel
- An die Frauen: neben Fön gibt es sogar ein Glätteisen im Bad- Luxus!
Ein Vorhang und Licht am Bett wäre optimal
10.0 / 10.0
Everything. Starts from receptionist, cleanliness, people and location - all fantastic.
4.0 / 10.0
The staff were nice and it is extremely close to the i-SITE and all the main restaurants in downtown Rotorua.
It was super hot the nights I was there and all we had was a fan in our room; we couldn’t leave the window open because there was no screen and a lot of bugs outside so it was hard to sleep, I sweat through all my clothes. The hostel was not well cleaned, I’ve stayed in a lot of hostels and do not understand why this has gotten such high reviews. There weren’t many large places to lounge after reception closed except the kitchen, as the main lounge area is connected to reception. The female bathroom randomly was slapped with a “unisex” toilets sign the second day I was there with no explanation, so there was no longer a females-only toilet. Most of the soap dispensers were out of soap.
10.0 / 10.0
Would be nice to have a heat pump. Otherwise it was a lovely room.
Thank you.
Need a heat pump to keep cool.
8.0 / 10.0
Staff was super helpful. They have a lot of stuff/info for tourism.
9.0 / 10.0
best staff ever ! very helpful and able to provide u useful information
very lovely and welcoming too
very quiet at where we stayed we had a great night sleep
8.0 / 10.0
This is an interesting hostel in Rotorua. The reception and one of the social areas overlook a rock climbing wall, and the business entrance is the floor below. The staff was friendly but undermanned, but this was understandable given that the slow part of the tourist season was happening.
A large kitchen and dining area are kept well clean and stocked. The bathrooms and showers were also reasonably clean and tidy.
The beds were of regular quality. Some bunk beds and some single twins in the dorm rooms. Adequate closet locker space to store luggage and high-value items.
Power outlets are not designed for the room layout. I believe there were only two power outlets per room, so best if you have like an extension cord and power strip.
9.0 / 10.0
clean, location
nothing
6.0 / 10.0
Great location, staff were friendly especially the guy at reception, good discounts on activities
The kitchen and toilets were not clean, our room was very basic and the walls are paper thin so you can hear the conversations around you. Bad atmosphere and the whole place felt in need of an update
9.0 / 10.0
It depends on which area the room is in. Where my room was, it was very good, cosy and great equipped kitchen.
The staff was very friendly and made you feel at home.
It was very cold and the room had no window.
8.0 / 10.0
Very clean, bright and peaceful
Had to park on street, no window in room
4.0 / 10.0
Friendly staff and good location
The place needs good cleaning and doing up.
10.0 / 10.0
By far one of the best hostels I have stayed at on my international travels and that is coming from an ex hostel manager. The location, you cant compete with - it is central to everything you need in the town area, with supermarkets, takeaway and retail stores just out the door.
When I arrived, I had a pleasant welcoming from the receptionist (have forgotten his name) but guy with blonde hair. He gave me a thorough rundown, very energetic, and customer service was wonderful. The reception area is very comfortable, and accompanied by a rock climbing wall just through the wide open-view windows. There are computers and flyers for local tourist attractions, many seating areas. There were many bathrooms to accommodate for and very tidy. The kitchen was ordinary, everything you needed. I did love how in certain areas of building there were chill out spots with bean bags and charging spots.
Really enjoyed my stay, I was put in an awesome room, everything I needed! The bed was comfortable. 10/10 recommend.
Nil
9.0 / 10.0
Super friendly and helpful staff, clean environment, people really do take care of the kitchen and common facilities
The private room only had 2 power outlet at the head of the bed, charging your electronics will be more troublesome.
5.0 / 10.0
Location
Run down, I expected that the kitchen include some salt, pepper, sugar.
and it was confusing about car park payment .
7.0 / 10.0
Private room was large with ensuite. Great central location. On site parking was full on arrival, but street parking was free from 5pm-9am.
Kitchens were a total mess, but mostly other guests to blame. The shower in our ensuite was average and very aged/stained.
8.0 / 10.0
Staff friendly and helpful
8.0 / 10.0
Clean, flexible check in, nice friendly people
7.0 / 10.0
The spaces in the hostel are spacious, it has several toilets and shower. They have a big kitchen and a big lounge too. The location is central, close to the Town and close the Lake.
I felt that the hostel team and also the guests were not very friendly, they did'nt say hello and there was not much interaction between the guests
5.0 / 10.0
Location
Bed linens looks like it hasn't been changed.
6.0 / 10.0
Everything is okay but close to town
Bed Base wobbles
2.0 / 10.0
it was very dirty and noisy would never go back
6.0 / 10.0
location
noise off other backpackers especially at 3.30 am
8.0 / 10.0
convenient location, helpful staff
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Rotorua?
The average price for a rental in Rotorua is R 2,433 per night. This rental is R 693 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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