- Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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164 reviews
Guests rated this property 3.4/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking included
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Breakfast Available
- Business Services
Map
60 Tarewa Road, Rotorua
Explore the area
Kuirau Park6 min walk
Rotorua Hospital14 min walk
Eat Street17 min walk
Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)11 min drive
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1 Bed in 4 Bed Male Dorm
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1 Bed in 4 Bed Male Dorm
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Shared bathroom
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityDouble Lodge
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Double Lodge
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- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 20
Room details
1 Double Bed
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Shared bathroom
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability4 Bed Chalet Ensuite
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4 Bed Chalet Ensuite
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- Sleeps 4
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 4Max adults: 40
Room details
4 Single Beds
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Partially open bathroom, shower and hydromassage showerhead
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityTriple Chalet Ensuite (3 Single beds)
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Triple Chalet Ensuite (3 Single beds)
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 3
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 3Max adults: 30
Room details
3 Single Beds
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Partially open bathroom, shower and hydromassage showerhead
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability1 Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm
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1 Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Shared bathroom
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityTwin Lodge
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Twin Lodge
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 20
Room details
2 Single Beds
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Shared bathroom
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability1 Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm
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1 Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Shared bathroom
Smoking And Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityTwin Chalet
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Twin Chalet
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 20
Room details
2 Single Beds
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Partially open bathroom, shower and hydromassage showerhead
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityDouble Chalet Ensuite
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Double Chalet Ensuite
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 20
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Features a private balcony/patio
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Partially open bathroom, shower and hydromassage showerhead
Practical – Desk
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability5 Bed Female Dorm
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5 Bed Female Dorm
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- Sleeps 5
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 5Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenNon-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability5 Bed Male Dorm
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5 Bed Male Dorm
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenNon-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability5 Bed Mixed Dorm
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5 Bed Mixed Dorm
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenNon-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilitySingle Lodge Room
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Single Lodge Room
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenNon-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityTriple Chalet Ensuite (1 Double and 1 Single beds)
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Triple Chalet Ensuite (1 Double and 1 Single beds)
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 3
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 3Max adults: 3Max children: 2
Room details
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Internet – WiFi
Food & Drink – Shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep – LinenBathroom – Partially open bathroom, shower and hydromassage showerhead
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
About this area
Rotorua
The Backyard Inn is located in Rotorua. Polynesian Spa is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Rotorua and Lake Rotoiti. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Racing Rotorua, or consider a night out at Matariki Hangi & Maori Cultural Performance.
Visit our Rotorua travel guideWhat's nearby
- Kuirau Park - 6 min walk
- Rotorua Hospital - 14 min walk
- Eat Street - 17 min walk
- Rotorua Night Market - 18 min walk
- Rotorua Central Mall - 2 min drive
Getting around
- Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar — 1 min walk
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)
In-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit
Parking and public transport
Free self parking
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–noon
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Guest services
Concierge services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
English
Business services
Conference space
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Linens
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Connecting rooms available
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 2 PM and 7:00 PM
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (1-device limit, rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (1-device limit, rates may vary)
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Safety features at this property include carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit.
- This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
- Disinfectant is used to clean the property.
- Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
National rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Backpacker property has been rated 3 star plus, which is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®
Property is also known as
Backyard Inn Rotorua
Backyard Inn
Backyard Rotorua
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Guest reviews
3.4
Cleanliness
3.7
Service and Staff
3.6
Amenities
3.2
Property condition
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was just very average, provided coffee and tea however no milk or fridge, very small rooms Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Ideal for backpackers but not couples
For backpacker or group of friends this is the perfect accommodatio. BBut for couple it's a bit too root :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
- Liked: Staff & service
Everything was adequate and fairly clean. I suppose you get what you pay for and this place was very cheap.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019