Base Backpackers - Rotorua, Rotorua
1286 Arawa St, Rotorua,
About Base Backpackers - Rotorua hotel
BASE Rotorua overlooks the beautiful Kuirau Geothermal park and is located in the centre of town, just minutes walk from the lake and Rotorua's cafè and shopping precinct.
Our hostel has 2 indoor thermal pools, an outdoor heated pool, the famous Lava Bar and ample Parking on site.
Rooms available include dorm share accommodation and also private ensuite rooms.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- Bar,
- Free Parking,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking,
- Restaurant.
Activities
- Outdoor Swimming Pool.
Services
- Internet Services,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours until 23:30 hours.
- You must check out by 10:30 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
12.5 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas and costs NZD 4.00 per hour.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Cards accepted at the hotel
- Visa,
- Master Card.
Reserve online using
- Visa,
- American Express,
- Master Card.
Room information
Dorm Room more info
All rooms are safe and secure with swipe card key entry and individual personal storage lockers. You can look forward to a great nights rest in our clean and tidy rooms, with fantastic beds and hotel quality linen. At BASE all the beds are fully made on arrival for your convenience, plus enjoy the convenience of your own spacious bathroom.
Amenities:
- Balcony,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet.
Double Room more info
Private rooms contain their own bathroom with separate shower and toilet. The rooms contain a double bed and single bed in each room. These rooms are serviced daily to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Our beds are made using high-quality fresh linen to ensure we meet Base standards.
Amenities:
- Balcony,
- Heating,
- Shower,
- Toilet.
Restaurants and Bars
With a big screen TV, a sun deck and a thumping dance floor, The Lava Bar is Rotorua's most popular night spot! You'll meet locals as well as travellers from all over the world at this friendly bar.
Directions
To and from the airport: The public transport bus 'Cityride' departs every half-hour between 6.40am and 5.45pm, and only costs NZD 2pp. It's a 5 minute walk to Base Hot Rock from the drop off point. The Super Shuttle service ranges in price depending on how many people in the group from NZD 14 for one person to NZD 20 for a group of 3 - and you will get dropped off right at our front door! Heading back to airport: When you want to return to the Airport book the Super Shuttle at Base Hot Rock reception and they will collect you. Driving: When leaving Auckland get onto the Southern Motorway (SH1) heading towards Hamilton - then follow the signs! When you get to Tirau get onto the Geothermal Highway SH5. Follow the signs into the city centre, as you enter the CBD, Base Hot Rock will be the first hostel you see - on the corner of Arawa and Ranolf Streets, we are right opposite Kuirau Geothermal Park. Backpacker Buses: Just Tell the Bus Driver that your staying at Base Hot Rock, Rotorua, and they will drop you off at the door.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation