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Base Rotorua - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with nightclub and 24-hour front desk
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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)
Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua, 3010
  • Kuirau Park
    1 min walk
  • Eat Street
    5 min walk
  • Rotorua Night Market
    6 min walk
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    14 min drive

Room options

Shared Dormitory (10 Beds)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Daily housekeeping
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (8 Beds)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Daily housekeeping
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Daily housekeeping
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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4.2 out of 5, Very good, (56)
The price is NZ$191
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

Rotorua

Base Rotorua - Hostel puts you in the heart of Rotorua, steps from Kuirau Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Eat Street. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a nightclub. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Rotorua hostel include Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua.
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What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rotorua Night Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Social Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lady Jane's Ice Cream Parlour - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Base Rotorua - Hostel

Adults-only hostel with nightclub and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and barbecue grills are also featured at Base Rotorua - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rotorua hostel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1975
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Base Rotorua - Hostel offers 30 accommodations with blackout curtains. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1975
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Base Hostel Rotorua
Base Rotorua
Rotorua Base
Hot Rock Backpackers Hotel Rotorua
Base Rotorua Hostel
Base Rotorua - Hostel Rotorua
Base Rotorua - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Base Rotorua - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Base Rotorua - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Yep, Base Rotorua - Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Base Rotorua - Hostel have a pool?

Base Rotorua - Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Base Rotorua - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Base Rotorua - Hostel.

Is Base Rotorua - Hostel family-friendly?

No, Base Rotorua - Hostel is an adults-only property.

Does Base Rotorua - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

No, Base Rotorua - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

There isn't one on site, but Government Gardens Golf is a short 13-minute walk away.

Base Rotorua - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Average
Only one thing is the cleanliness. Need to be improved, especially for the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, provides the basics you need at a reasonable price.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds could be better, but for the price, this hostel is a great find. It’s clean and the staff is friendly. There’s even a geothermal pool on site. The food at the bar is tasty and affordable. I think the place must have been recently renovated because it is so clean. We had a private room with two beds (a double and a twin) with private bath and kitchen (microwave, fridge, sink, kettle). It’s certainly nothing fancy, but a clean comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hostel experience
Overall it was a good hostel experience. Nice people working there, very accomodating. Great location, very close to the mountain.The dorm room near the entrance is adjacent to a bar so it was a little noisy til around 12:30 am, but that was no big deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proper Hostel
Good location for visiting the thermal pools and sightseeing. Bit of a younger crowd which may be appealing to some. Bar downstairs is lively and drinks are cheap. Parking is easy. Get what you pay for-proper hostel. No more, no less. Easy to book sightseeing activities. Yes, the town smells, but that’s not the Hostel’s fault. It smells like sulfur.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Pammie, Nelson, NZ

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am pleased that the room that I've requested which is away from large crowd/noise was provided to me and my family. We are able to get a good sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Had a private room. Clean and spacious. Good location a short walk from town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stay here!
Staying in the Sanctuary area of the hostel was quieter and away from the noise of the nightclub especially on Saturday night. Friday night was so quiet I had the eight bed dorm to myself. The cleaners work really hard and are doing a great job. There isn't a lift and the stairs are a bit awkward but I spent 60 pounds for three nights worth it. Go to The Fat Dog Cafe, the cat cafe down the road and the park opposite the hostel has geothermal activity and footpools. Worth staying here and Rotorua is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
,Handy location close to the city and local attractions
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great pool and service
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful especially when I missed the bus to the Maori village. The pool is amazing 36-38 degrees can spend hours in there. The room was comfortable and had enough room. Only downside was the kitchen was dirty everytime I went in there. Bar opposite goes till midnight if you have one of the rooms on that side you can hear the music but it doesn't stay open too late.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Mel, Palmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lucky I had a few drinks otherwise I doubt I would have gone to sleep. Pretty noisy but what do u expect!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disappointing and rundown
Base feels shabby and tired. Bathrooms were small and not very clean. Kitchen was dirty with damaged cupboards and hardly any space or crockery/cutlery, dirty fridges and no tea towels(all the dishes were in the draining rack!). Wish we had stayed at the YHA which looked new and very close by!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Hamilton NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, tidy and simple. Perfect location in the city. Right next to a bar which could be loud at night I imagine but that's half the reason for staying there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hôtel with à lot of facilities
The staff is very compétent and gentle. Place is very central. A lot of informations Was given to me about what coule be done in the Rotorua area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Risk your personal belongings
I was really disappointed that the hostel does not offer any kind of safe storage such as lockers. When i asked about this, the receptionist kind of laughed in my face which made me feel as though they did not care about the safety of my personal belongings. I felt that this represented the businesses lack of understanding towards their target market, people who are travelling from different countries with important documents such as passports, cameras and mobile phones. Apart from that, I enjoyed my time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, decent place to stay
Nice, clean room and beds; bring an eye mask as no curtains on room windows, but not a major. Comfortable bed, clean duvet and pillow
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla Patrick, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Backpackers in Rotorua, NZ
By far..this is the best hostel n chain of hostels in New Zealand. I highly recommend the one in rotorua.

6/10 Okay

Lotoholik pl, Warsaw Poland

Liked: Staff & service
Not bad if u are a party animal ;)
Lava club next door makes it loud in most of the rooms. Location ok. Super friendly staff. In winter it's a bit cold in the rooms - heating was off and couldn't close widows properly. In summer should be fine. Outdoor pool is a big plus.

8/10 Good

Gwynneth, Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm in every way, welcoming and relaxing.
Loved the room and the welcoming staff. Our room overlooked the pool and was very comfortable. We had a great night's sleep. Highly recommended.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Convenient for bus terminal and town facilities.
It would have helped to have a fan in room as it was very hot. I enjoyed having use of a pool. Adequate accommodation and helpful staff.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Noisy and dirty
Situated next to a noisy bar which is open till late night. Rooms were ok with overused linens and soft beds. Bathrooms were outdated and not very clean.

10/10 Excellent

robyn, New Zealand - Bay of Islands

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ;