Author Archives: Dale Thomas
Winter wind down and COVID
As winter winds down, it's an opportunity for us to unwind a little.
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What our previous guests have said
Lovely hostel. My double room was big and the heater worked well. The bathrooms were clean and large. The hostel is very centrally located, but there is ample
Isabel, TripAdvisor
Thank you so much for having us, was the best accommodation we have stayed at and look forward to coming back next year. Everything was amazing. We look
Raukawa Basketball 2021
Rock Solid backpacker in Hinemoa Street Rotorua is one of the most amazing backpackers in Rotorua With multiple activities such as rock climbing whether your
RodneyST, TripAdvisor
Thank you so much for the organisation and the hosting of our team this week. We appreciate the help and service provided to us. We had a great week of
Hayden, Palmerston North Boys High School - June 2025
We loved staying with you guys this weekend, thank you so much for being so accommodating!
Charlotte, Nova Underwater Hockey Club
Everything was so perfect. Must go place. Rock solid backpackers going to be my fixed place to stay in future travels. Best place ever. Always very happy with
Camper760250, TripAdvisor
Dear Dale and Staff members! A Huge Thank You for all your assistance during our stay at Rock Solid Backpackers! I can honestly say the accommodation for boys
Tania, Australia
Climbing wall, good info boards for hikes and activities, kind staff, happily came to help us after hours.
Joelle, United States
A wonderful stay at this hostel. Very large tidy kitchen, cubicle bathrooms/showers and extremely friendly and helpful staff who went above and beyond to
Odyssey66530867997, TripAdvisor
Huge thank you to your team for going above and beyond to help us have the best stay possible. We really appreciate it!
CVWA Swim Team, October 2025