883 reviews
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$3001271 Hinemaru Street Rotorua, Rotorua, 3010, New Zealand
883 reviews
1/36
Free parking
Free wifi
Spa
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Crashpalace Backpackers is a four-star property in Rotorua, New Zealand. Located just 0.5mi from the city center, it offers easy access to the town’s sights. Address: 1271 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua.
Free parking and free WiFi help travelers settle in, while free air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable. The on-site lineup includes a spa, sun deck, terrace, garden, and a picnic area. Non-smoking rooms and wheelchair accessibility welcome a wide range of guests, and a playground keeps things lively for families. Shuttle service and airport shuttle are available for an extra charge, with beach umbrellas provided free of charge.
Reviews: 883. This Rotorua property offers a mix of amenities and a convenient location for exploring the area.
Crashpalace Backpackers in Rotorua offers a four-star base just 0.5mi from the city center, making it easy to dive into the town’s sights. After a day of exploring, relaxation comes easy with an on-site spa, a sun deck, a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area to enjoy the open air. The social vibe is balanced with non-smoking spaces and a playful touch, including a family-friendly playground for those traveling with little ones.
Room options are varied and non-smoking, catering to solo travelers, couples, and small groups. Choices include Dormitory, 6 Bed (Female Only); Dormitory, 4 Bed; Budget Twin; Budget 2 Bed; Economy; Budget Double Room; and Double Room with Private Bathroom. This range provides flexibility for different budgets and group sizes, all designed with comfort in mind.
Practical details round out the stay: shuttle service and airport shuttle are available for an extra charge, and various payment methods are accepted, including cash, Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, and Bankcard. The property has earned a solid reputation with hundreds of reviews, reflecting a traveler-friendly experience in Rotorua.
Closest airports
Rotorua Airport
3.9miTauranga Airport
32.4miWhakatane Airport
38.8miTaupo Airport
42.5miHamilton International Airport
53.7miFree parking
Free wifi
Spa
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Playground
Picnic area
Garden
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1 Double Bed
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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Female Only
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2 Bunk Beds
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1 Queen Size Bed
Private Bathroom
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Dormitory, 4 Bed
1 Twin Bed
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8.5
883 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Lea
9.1
September 2024
The team there was so nice! The guy that qeckt us in explained us what we can do here for 20 minutes really nice guy
Stephen
9.1
April 2025
Crash Palace is an excellent accommodation! It's location is walking distance from the Polynesian Spa, Goverment Gardens, Pak N Save, etc. The staff were all friendly and easily accessible as most, if not all the staff, live there. The facilities were all maintained properly. The room was simple but big enough for 2 people. The bed was comfortable. The showers and toilets were clean. The courtyard was clean and nicely and colourfully decorated.
Access to the courtyard was limited to 10 pm even on Fridays and Saturdays. It would have been nice to stay at the courtyard after 10 pm on weekends because it was a nice place to chill and meet other people staying at the accommodation.
Autumn
8.2
October 2024
Comfortable and super fun facilities Very clean and accommodating to late check out and check in Free use of the spa was especially wonderful after a full day of hiking Hostel cat Blake was super sweet and loving as well
Security due to location unfortunately there is lots of theft in area and someone broke into my car in the night They have since added more cameras and were super helpful with the emotional aspect of that experience and gave video footage of break in / car theft attempt from a friend of an employee who happened to drive by as it was happening to try and get licence of getaway car and making sure my stuff was secure while I cleaned out the broken glass and packed up rental to return and swap
Freya
8.2
March 2025
This place was in a great location, everything in town is walkable which is so handy when you don't have a car. Our private room was very spacious and the bed was comfortable. We LOVED the hot tub, it was a perfect temperature and so relaxing after a long day! Didn't use the kitchen but everything looked very organised and clean.
The bed was on wheels and constantly rolled away from the wall which was a little annoying. The women's room had two showers; one was perfect (second from the door), the other was a mess and was a tiny trickle of water which was either blastingly hot or freezing cold, nothing in between. Staff were pleasent but a little unenthusiastic. We would stay here again though, for the price it's a great deal.
Ruairi
10
December 2024
A great hostel in a great location. The staff are very helpful, and the people I met in the hostel were fantastic (both staff and other backpackers). Rotorua is a lovely place, and I extended my stay here for a total of two weeks because I was very comfortable sleeping here while searching for work. The room had lockers, and a desk that we all used on occasion. The shared space downstairs was comfortable, and the hostel even has a small library section, which I made good use of. The "owner" of the hostel is small, friendly and meows very loudly when he smells food. Pet him when you see him - it's the law.
The towels are a little expensive compared to other hostels, but it is what it is. I figure that the value of the accommodation more than outweighs that $5 charge.
Maria
8.2
August 2025
The accommodation is very well located, next to the Polinesian Spa and 7 minutes from the intercity bus stop. Bastián was very kind in showing me around the hostel. The kitchen has everything you need, and when there aren't people in the jacuzzi, it's quite peaceful.
I didn't get to say goodbye to Bastián when I left because my bus was leaving early in the morning. I also didn't get a chance to enjoy the jacuzzi, but I did enjoy a warm foot bath in Kuirau Park.
Ekaterina
9.1
July 2025
The place was amazing. The room was warm and bed super comfy. The hot water was super hot (watch your toes in the shower). The spa was prefect after a busy day of exploring Rotorua. Plus there's a very friendly and cute as cat. The staff were so lovely. It's a great location and a hidden gem in Rotorua. Definitely worth the money and I'll definitely stay here again.
Only issue was the extractor fan in our bathroom didn't work.
Mercer
8.2
July 2024
The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable and clean. The room was also centrally heated which made it very cozy, as it was 2 degrees outside at times. My views were lovely and the hotel was situated just across the road from the event I was attending. I parked my car right outside,,so I could see it from my window. The hoast are lovely and friendly, and professional dealing with other inconsiderate guests. Highly recommend this place. The spa was lovely too.
My room was adjacent to the upstairs kitchen and dining room, which made it noisy at times. Might be helpful if the owners restricted the cooking times for the upstairs kitchen no later than 9pm. And no noise after 9.3pm for upstairs. . other than this. Loved my stay.
Enya
10
March 2025
The stay was really amazing, the hosts were always very willing to assist with directions and other things which was good for someone like me who was coming for the first time. You get a very clean kitchen too to make your meals.
Everything was great, nothing to complain about, really nice and welcoming people. This made easy to get settled in the city. They also offer suggestions for tour areas if you are new in the city which is amazing.
Vid
10
September 2024
Staff is very friendly and helpful, they gave us a short tour around the place (bar, kitchen, hot tub, etc.) and explained how everything works plus gave us useful tips about things to do in Rotorua, where to eat and similar. The room is quite nice too, has everything you need, much better than what we expected. Location of the Crash palace is excellent, would definitely come back if I find myself in Rotorua again!
Room doesn't have a TV
Attractions
Polynesian Spa
0.2miBlue Baths
0.2miGovernment Gardens Rotorua
0.2miSulphur Point
0.3miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.3miTe Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.4miVelocity Valley
4.7miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5miLake Okareka
5.4miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.5miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.5miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.4miMt. Tarawera
14.9miLady Knox Geyser
16.1miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.1miAttractions
Polynesian Spa
0.2miBlue Baths
0.2miGovernment Gardens Rotorua
0.2miSulphur Point
0.3miRotorua Museum (Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa)
0.3miTe Pā Tū (Tamaki Māori Village)
0.4miVelocity Valley
4.7miRedwoods Forest Whakarewarewa
5miLake Okareka
5.4miLake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)
5.5miLake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)
6.5miWaimangu Volcanic Valley
12.4miMt. Tarawera
14.9miLady Knox Geyser
16.1miWai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
16.1miAirports
Rotorua Airport
3.9miTauranga Airport
32.4miWhakatane Airport
38.8miTaupo Airport
42.5miHamilton International Airport
53.7miFree parking
Free wifi
Spa
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Playground
Picnic area
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Bicycle rental
Bike tours
Cycling
Darts
Movie nights
Ping-pong
Pool table
Temporary art galleries
Walking tours
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Evening entertainment
Playground
Food & Drink
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Lockers
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach umbrellas
Open-air bath
Spa
Spa facilities
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Visa,
Mastercard,
Maestro,
Cash only,
Bankcard
This property accepts cash.
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