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Wanderlust NZ

Tauranga

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. If you're looking for a place to call home away from home...look no further! Wanderlust is your answer. Magnificent location, modern facilities, impeccable cleanliness, incredible views but without a doubt, the best thing is the team that works there. Generous, helping, friendly. Thank you Ari, Arthur, Lucho, Ubi (...) you are doing an amazing job 💘

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8.2
Very good
1,064 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Crashpalace Backpackers

Rotorua

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.5 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 accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The front desk staff were very helpful and mostly guest friendly too.

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8.7
Fabulous
396 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers

Fenton Street, Rotorua

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. Great location. One can explore neighborhood by foot or drive easily to places like Maori Cultural Center or even to The Robbiton. Rotorua is cozy and the hostel was above expectation for my small family group.

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8
Very good
389 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Seagulls Guesthouse 4 stars

Mount Maunganui

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 tidy and there were several toilets and a nice kitchen. The staff was very friendly and also many nice people/guests at the guest house.

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8.2
Very good
883 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers 4 stars

Mount Maunganui

Located in Mount Maunganui, Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers is an award-winning hostel, located at 500 metres from the beach and next to Blake park. Guests have free use of surf boards and WiFi is available. On-site parking is available. The working hostel offer free assistance with job placement, lots of jobs opportinuties are within walking distance. really clean bathrooms that were regularly cleaned and friendly staff

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8.1
Very good
444 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Haka House Rotorua 5 stars

Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua is located next to Kuirau Park which features geothermal activity. This affordable accommodation offers an outdoor deck, a modern shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi in Lounge and Dining area and on-site parking.

Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of their own private room. Bathroom facilities are shared for most room types. The entire interior is so well designed, property is clean, staff is well trained, the whole atmosphere is cozy.

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8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Hugo & Carters Backpackers & Motel

Tauranga

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. Bed were were nice, its was also nice and quiet when I was staying here so I spent 3 nights alone in one of the rooms. Staff was amazing, I called that I cant be there before late and they had a light and heater on in my room waiting, loved it.

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7.1
Good
1,029 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rotorua

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. Facilities and accommodation staff where exceptional

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7.7
Good
1,475 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Stay Hostel Rotorua

Rotorua

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 away and Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 17 km from the hostel. Just everything about the the place I was down there for the Rotorua marathon

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7.5
Good
376 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Rotorua Central Backpackers

Rotorua

Children are permitted to stay at Rotorua Central Backpackers but must be accompanied by an adult and either stay in a private room or a privatised dorm. An accompanying adult, staying in the hostel at the same time, can provide consent for a child to stay in a private room alone. Centrally located and reasonably priced, this is a good place to stay for a night or two if you are looking for a budget-friensky option in Rotorua.

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6.8
Review score
618 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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