732 reviews
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$211193 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand
732 reviews
1/39

Free wifi
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bathtub
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is a 3-star option in Rotorua, New Zealand, just 0.5mi from the city center. Address: 1193 Fenton Street.
Essential amenities include free Wifi, Parking (extra charges), Tour desk, Non-smoking rooms, and a bathtub.
With 732 reviews, the minimum price starts from $21.
From sociable dorms to quieter private rooms, there are many ways to rest after a day exploring Rotorua. Dormitories come in several sizes—4-bed, 6-bed, 8-bed, 10-bed, and 12-bed options—with some labeled as female-only or single-use. For more privacy, Double Rooms and Twin Rooms provide a compact, comfortable alternative.
Free Wifi helps stay connected, and a tour desk is ready to help chart Rotorua adventures. Parking is available at an extra charge, and cash or major cards such as Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Maestro, and Eftpos are accepted. The property also features non-smoking rooms and a bathtub for added comfort.
With 732 reviews backing the stay, prices start from around $21, offering value-conscious travelers a budget-friendly base. This mix of dorms and rooms provides flexible options for different group sizes and itineraries while exploring Rotorua.
Planning a wedding, corporate event, or need many rooms? Get a personalized quote with discounted rates for your group.
Closest airports
Rotorua Airport
3.9miTauranga Airport
32.2miWhakatane Airport
38.8miTaupo Airport
42.7miHamilton International Airport
53.6miFree wifi
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bathtub

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Room
1 Queen Size Bed
85 sqft
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This heated room is equipped with fans and clean linen. Includes access to shared bathroom amenities and all hostel facilities and amenities.

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Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Bunk Beds
75 sqft
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This heated room is equipped with fans and clean linen. Includes access to shared bathroom amenities and all hostel facilities.
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Superior Room
110 sqft
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bunk Bed
1 Twin Bed
1 Bunk Bed
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Room, 2 Beds
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732 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Attractions
Government Gardens Rotorua
0.2miBlue Baths
0.2miSulphur Point
0.2miPolynesian Spa
0.3miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.3miTe Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.4miVelocity Valley
4.5miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5.2miLake Okareka
5.6miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.7miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.7miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.6miMt. Tarawera
15.1miLady Knox Geyser
16.3miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.4miAttractions
Government Gardens Rotorua
0.2miBlue Baths
0.2miSulphur Point
0.2miPolynesian Spa
0.3miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.3miTe Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.4miVelocity Valley
4.5miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5.2miLake Okareka
5.6miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.7miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.7miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.6miMt. Tarawera
15.1miLady Knox Geyser
16.3miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.4miAirports
Rotorua Airport
3.9miTauranga Airport
32.2miWhakatane Airport
38.8miTaupo Airport
42.7miHamilton International Airport
53.6miFree wifi
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bathtub
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Bathroom
Bathtub
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Lockers
Tour desk
General
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Living Area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking
Room Amenities
Fan
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Visa,
Mastercard,
American Express,
Maestro,
Cash only,
Eftpos
This property accepts cash.

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