Hostels in Tarawera Forest

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9 Jan - 11 Jan
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Our top choices for Tarawera Forest hostels

Dining room
Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (101)
"Happy with the service "
Australia
Viraj
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb 2026
Haka House Rotorua
Private Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (221)
"Clean room, good amenities, fantastic hostel - and really lovely people!"
United Kingdom
Aimee
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
Fridge, microwave
Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (39)
"Great location Just what you need to get a good sleep and go exploring"
New Zealand
Grace
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Tarawera Forest Hotel Reviews

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent
"Good property to stay "
Taruun 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Rydges Rotorua

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Tarawera Forest Hostels information

Number of reviews
360
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$80
Highest Price
NZ$143

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Tarawera Forest?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has positive reviews from our guests: Rydges Rotorua - 20.4 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Tarawera Forest. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bike hire at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tarawera Forest?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Tarawera Forest is 1660 mm.
What is there to see and do in Tarawera Forest?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Tarawera Forest. Get out into nature with places such as Mount Tarawera, Lake Tarawera and Lake Rotoiti. Additional attractions include Hell's Gate and Wai Ora Spa, Awakeri Hot Springs and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
What's the best way to get to and around Tarawera Forest while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Tarawera Forest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), located 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from the city centre. Another option is Whakatane (WHK), situated 23.6 mi (38 km) away.

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