At Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Skyline Rotorua.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
What to do
Pool table
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1970
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua and nearby?
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua has an arcade.
What's the area around Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua like?
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is a short 5-minute walk from Eat Street and 8 minutes' walk from Rotorua Hospital.
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Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2025
Nyla
Nyla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Dec 2024
Takashi
Takashi, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Clean. Staff are great people.
Kaji
Kaji, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2024
This was my first staying in a hostel and I had a great time. The room was super tidy. The staff is great and super helpful.
MANAVJOT
MANAVJOT, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Lovely staff and very clean
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Nov 2024
Blanket could be better quality
Oliver
Oliver, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Oct 2024
Central location.
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Sep 2024
Good.
Lee
Lee, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Cressella
Cressella, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
Cressella
Cressella, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 May 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
5 May 2024
The staff member who greeted me was amazing he was so helpful and enthusiatic I would return purely becasue of the servie he provided. I know it was Rotorua but in the area near the kitchen it smelted like people had not showered for weeks were in the rooms and the carpet and kitchen floors were dirty and I did not want to walk around in barefeet.
Tania
Tania, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Apr 2024
Centrally located so great for getting around. Friendly and helpful staff, helpful about providing bus information etc. Luggage storage in a locked room. Lots of kitchens and lounges. I had a private room with ensuite which was fine, a bit basic but everything I needed. Only thing I didn't like was that the bed linen was very pilly which was a bit uncomfortable.
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2024
Atendimento excelente, o menino esqueci o nome nos atendeu muito bem, o hotel tem excelente localização, o banheiro e o quarto limpos, os móveis são velhos e a cozinha as panelas estavam muito enferrujadas…
CHANG
CHANG, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Mar 2024
Great location, good facilities. Not sure if i was off-season but it seems a very quiet hostel. Huge lounge/communal space on third floor. Women’s bathrooms have hairdryer and straighteners in them which is a nice touch. Free parking a short walk away. The top bunk bed did not have a bar or edge so may be an issue if you toss and turn in your sleep. Overall a great stay-I ended up staying here twice during my travels. The Lotus cage next door also does good breakfast.
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Mar 2024
Max
Max, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Feb 2024
Great location. Plenty of facilities for number of guests that were staying while I was there, nothing felt crowded. Everything was clean. Big lockers to store your bags in which is good. Free parking a short walk away too!
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2024
Rotorua is a pretty small town so you can walk to pretty much everywhere in the “downtown” area. Can walk to start your tours and shuttles within 5 minutes.
Kimberley
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jan 2024
Connell
Connell, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Dec 2023
Amazing
Gurbir
Gurbir, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2023
The service is so good
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2023
Yuri
Yuri, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2023
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.