Rotorua hostels

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Stay Hostel Rotorua - Rotorua - Balcony
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
7.5Good(117)
Free Wi-Fi
R924+
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Planet Backpackers Rotorua - Rotorua
Planet Backpackers Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
6.0Okay(108)
R503+
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Oasis Hostel Rotorua - Rotorua
Oasis Hostel Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
7.9Good(55)
R622+
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Rotorua hostels near the city centre

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Rotorua Downtown Backpackers - Rotorua
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
Rotorua, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(1398)
R695+
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Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua - Rotorua - Bedroom
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand
8.1Very Good(2193)
R1 059+
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Crashpalace Backpackers - Rotorua - Bedroom
Crashpalace Backpackers
Rotorua, New Zealand
8.5Very Good(1111)
R695+
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Rotorua Central Backpackers - Rotorua
Rotorua Central Backpackers
Rotorua, New Zealand
7.0Good(1038)
R920+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Rotorua

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Rotorua with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Rotorua?

Hostels are cheapest in Rotorua in April, with average rates of R5 932. In comparison, January is the most expensive month, with prices at R22 195.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Rotorua?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Rotorua, with an average nightly price of R4 968. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R16 603.

How early should you book a hostel in Rotorua?

Book at least 49 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Rotorua hostel.
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April
January
R484
R727
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 62% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Rotorua hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 49 days before your stay to get the best price for a Rotorua hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Rotorua

  • How much is a hostel in Rotorua for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Rotorua in the last 3 hours was R12 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R40. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R12.

  • How much is a hostel in Rotorua for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Rotorua hostel for this weekend for as low as R15. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R15 and 4-star plus hotels from R17.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Rotorua?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Rotorua is R36 compared to R144 for a night in a hotel.

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