Skip to main content

Featured hostel destinations

Destination inspiration for your trip – find a hostel

The best hostels in Bay of Plenty

Check out our pick of great hostels in Bay of Plenty

Filter by:


Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema. It is just 5 minutes' walk from the Rotorua Visitors Centre and bus stops. The property is within walking distance to a weekly night market. The access was easy for all times of the day. The lounges and kitchen spaces were large and suitable for my child to be in. Staff were incredible from initial phone calls to during stay.

Show more Show less
8.1
Very good
1,388 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property features a spa centre, evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The staff was really kind, I felt like at home. I really miss my room and roommate.

Show more Show less
8.5
Very good
944 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

Among the facilities at this property are 2 spacious, shared kitchens overlooking the water and a separate shared lounge area, and a specialised private group area. We have upmarket private rooms with ensuites to shared dorms with or without ensuites with eco-friendly bedding and tastefully decorated. This hostel has sustainability at it’s core. One of the nicest hostels I've been to! I loved the location, very beautiful building, and the terrace overlooking the bay is the perfect spot to have breakfast! Shout-out to the staff! They were so nice and helpful (especially Luciano), as a solo traveler it is much appreciated. The bathrooms and showers were clean, the dorms as well.

Show more Show less
8.2
Very good
988 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Rotorua Downtown Backpackers is a modern hostel is located in the heart of Rotorua across the road from the I-Site and major bus lines.

Accommodation includes private rooms or dormitory-style rooms. All are heated and have linen provided. The private rooms offer fans and a desk. All have access to shared bathroom facilities. This was the third time staying at this hostel. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly, kitchen and toilets are always very clean, the bed was very comfortable.

Show more Show less
8.3
Very good
724 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Located on a quiet street opposite Blake Park, Seagulls Guesthouse offers free fibre WiFi and is a 5-minute walk from Mount Maunganui Beach. Accommodation options are all private and include double, twin, single and family rooms. Great guest house with really welcoming host. Very clean and tidy place and the bed was very comfortable. Shared bathrooms but kept immaculate and great shower. Fantastic kitchen dinning area with lots of space and free tea and coffee. Lovely living area too and liked the property security used to enter the building and the room.

Show more Show less
8.3
Very good
836 reviews
Price from
US$74
per night

Situated in Mount Maunganui, 1.3 km from Mount Maunganui Beach, Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Location, the rooms and the staff mostly they were all very kind and helpful

Show more Show less
8.1
Very good
485 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Situated in Tauranga, 13 km from ASB Baypark Stadium, Hugo & Carters Backpackers & Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The woman working at reception was exceptionally wonderful, friendly and helpful. I was running behind schedule and was going to be late for my tour at of Hobbiton when I checked in, and she was quick to see that I was a little stressed. She was able to call Hobbiton (as I didn't have a working phone to call) to help reschedule my tour to a later time, and then proceeded to give me a quick run-down of the hostel before I got back on the road for my tour. I am very grateful for her assistance.

Show more Show less
7.3
Good
1,042 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

The cosy hostel is conveniently located near the awe-inspiring Kuirau Park, featuring captivating geothermal wonders. Guests can explore tranquil forest trails, experience heart-pumping bike rides, relax in natural hot springs, and immerse themselves in Maori culture. We are loving Hakas,and the one in Rotorua is not an exception. Friendly staff, cosiness, cleanness - all the stuff the chain is made of. And this house is also a bit outstanding for its beds that are so comfy!

Show more Show less
7.9
Good
1,695 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Stay Hostel Rotorua is located in Rotorua, 4.3 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 11 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Buried Village is 15 km from the hostel and Tikitere - Hell's Gate Thermal Park is 17 km away. The location of the property is so strategically convenient and the staff was very helpful . Iya at the reception was very friendly , she also gave me a good orientation of the place and attended to my needs for laundry. I would recommend other travellers to stay here too , good location, value for money and friendly staff . Thanks again!

Show more Show less
7.6
Good
601 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Children are permitted to stay at Rotorua Central Backpackers but must be accompanied by an adult and either stay in a private room or a privatised dorm. An accompanying adult, staying in the hostel at the same time, can provide consent for a child to stay in a private room alone. Great location with very friendly staff. Garden was lovely in the summer evenings (plus drying laundry!)

Show more Show less
6.9
Review score
505 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Most booked hostels in Bay of Plenty this month

FAQs about hostels in Bay of Plenty

Hostels that guests love in Bay of Plenty