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Crash Palace Backpackers

1271, 3010 Rotorua

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Distance to the trail

58 km to Hobbiton

film trail, straight line
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About this hotel

Relax and unwind at our cozy hostel, located just 5 minutes from the tourism office and bus station in central Rotorua. Crash Palace offers budget-friendly accommodation with a focus on New Zealand art and music. Enjoy easy access to the Government Gardens, Blue Baths Museum, Polynesian Spa, free Kuirau Thermal Park, and Rotorua's vibrant pubs and bars. We're also a short walk from a supermarket. Our facilities include a thermally heated spa pool, outdoor barbeque area, free off-street parking, guest laundry, high-speed internet, and a small bar. We offer 24-hour check-in upon request, and our friendly staff can help you book discounted tours and activities. Please note: a passport is required at check-in, and we have a cat, dog, and rabbit on the premises.

Facilities and services

Facilities 3

  • Check-in hour (14:00)
  • Check-out hour (10:00)
  • Launderette

Payment methods 3

  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro

Location and surroundings

1271, 3010 Rotorua

58 km to Hobbiton (film trail). Straight-line distances: real driving time depends on the road, the season and the traffic, so plan extra for mountain roads and in summer.

Hotel data: Hotelbeds, updated 18/09/2026.

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