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)

Overview of Base Rotorua - Hostel

7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua, 3010
  • Popular LocationKuirau Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationEat Street5 min walk
  • Popular LocationRotorua Night Market6 min walk
  • AirportRotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)18 min drive
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Room options

Shared Dormitory (10 Beds)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (8 Beds)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite (Sanctuary)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the area

Rotorua

Located in Rotorua, Base Rotorua - Hostel is in the city centre. Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Racing Rotorua or Rotorua International Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 5 min walk
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 10 min walk
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 11 min walk
  • Polynesian Spa - 14 min walk
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Social Club - 1 min walk
  • Pig & Whistle Historic Pub - 5 min walk
  • Poco Tapas and Wine - 3 min walk
  • Cbk Craft Bar & Kitchen - 6 min walk
  • Le Cafe De Paris - 7 min walk

About this property

Base Rotorua - Hostel

Hostel in the business district
Consider a stay at Base Rotorua - Hostel and take advantage of a nightclub, a garden and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A billiards/pool table, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, a vending machine and barbecues

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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

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

Pets not 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

We should mention

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

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

Does Base Rotorua - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Base Rotorua - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Base Rotorua - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Base Rotorua - Hostel located?

Located in the heart of Rotorua, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Kuirau Park, Eat Street and Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are also within 10 minutes.

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

7.0/10

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