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Base Rotorua - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with outdoor pool, near Polynesian Spa

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Exterior
Tempur-Pedic beds, blackout curtains
Tempur-Pedic beds, blackout curtains
Base Rotorua - Hostel, close to Polynesian Spa, offers a vibrant atmosphere with an on-site restaurant and nightclub. Relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or unwind in the garden; enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant or play a game of billiards/pool table.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (10 Beds)

Highlights

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

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Tempur-Pedic beds, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (8 Beds)

Highlights

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco Tapas And Wine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Capizzi Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brew | Craft Beer Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Base Rotorua - Hostel

Base Rotorua - Hostel features a nightclub and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Polynesian Spa. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, this hostel is within a short drive of Skyline Rotorua.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1975
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Does Base Rotorua - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Base Rotorua - Hostel 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.

Is there a pool at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Base Rotorua - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a nightclub and a picnic area. Base Rotorua - Hostel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Base Rotorua - Hostel like?

Base Rotorua - Hostel is in Inner City, a short 14-minute walk from Polynesian Spa and 5 minutes' walk from Eat Street.

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Base Rotorua - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7,8

Good

7,4/10

Cleanliness

8,2/10

Staff & service

8,0/10

Amenities

7,2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Average

Only one thing is the cleanliness. Need to be improved, especially for the kitchen.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, provides the basics you need at a reasonable price.
6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Craig, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Adam, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Anne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Pammie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Had a private room. Clean and spacious. Good location a short walk from town
Vicky, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Steph, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

,Handy location close to the city and local attractions
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lucky I had a few drinks otherwise I doubt I would have gone to sleep. Pretty noisy but what do u expect!!
Mel, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

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!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

David, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

John, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location is very near to the street where all the restaurant gathered. The bar next to it it's a bit loud, but it's fine as my room is on the other side of the hallway.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.

10/10 Exceptional

Hyvä hostelli

Hyvä ja siisti hostelli mukavalla sängyllä. Keittiössä oli hyvät vermeer ruuanlaittoa varten. Alakerran respassa ilmainen netti, mutta jos halusi omaan huoneeseen niin siitä sai pulittaa 4 dollaria.

10/10 Exceptional

Bekvämt och rent. Mycket trevligt !

Mycket fräscht. Rent o trevligt kök med balkong. Glad hjälpsam personal. Nära till allt. Fina fräscha rum .kaklade badrum på rummet.