Astray Rotorua Motel
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Astray Rotorua Motel

1198 – 1204 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand
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Room & Suite (32)
Basic kitchen and lounge
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#9 of 19 hostels in Rotorua
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.6 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Service
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Rotorua Motel ASTRAY is a Quality budget accommodation at competitive prices in central Rotorua. We have off street parking, Freeview TV, Free WiFi. Common-room, kitchen & laundry. Close enough to walk to Rotorua's many restaurants, bars and cafes, but far enough away to enjoy a good night's sleep. Astray is an easy walk from thermal areas, hot pools, Rotorua's lake-front, i-site (information centre) and bus stop for intercity buses. Rotorua city buses and shuttles stop right outside the door. We know all the "must do" activities in Rotorua and we can book you in. Our motel accommodation in double studios, twin studios, and 1 & 2 bedroom studios. All with ensuite bathroom, Freeview TV and tea/coffee making facilities. We also offer a wide range of budget accommodation: 4-bed bunkrooms, 2-bed bunkroom, budget doubles and budget single. All budget rooms come with shared facilities. Rotorua Motel ASTRAY look forward to hosting you in Rotorua.
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Property amenities
Secured parking
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Housekeeping
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Budget
Languages Spoken
English, Chinese

Location

1198 – 1204 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand
Getting there
Great for walkers
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Grade: 100 out of 100
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Rotorua Airport
Tauranga Airport
52.1 km
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Ti_Chan wrote a review Jan 2012
Singapore, Singapore
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed in this hotel for 1 night in Dec 2011, room 13. Took the twin ensuite but stayed there alone. My verdict is recommended but you need to set your expectation – especially on the room size. For dorms, I think you better find somewhere else but the ensuite is still quite decent for the price.

Pro:
• Location is near many eateries, shops and within walking distance to iSite, Rotorua Museum. However, I should note that many people hang around the street itself with no clear purpose. I would feel a bit unsafe to walk alone at night.
• The Bay Bus from airport, stopped exactly outside this hotel.
• Relatively clean. They have water kettle, microwave & fridge in room.
• No issue with check in/out. Frank and Sue are actually very nice.
• I saw couple of washer and dryer but did not use them so not sure whether they are free or not. They do have internet wifi (for a fee).
• Have small TV in room. The bed is surprisingly comfy. I somehow slept very well although the pillow is not so plump.
• Not so much noise, although every once in a while I can hear if my neighbor knock something.

Cons:
• Bedroom is very small. I’m very used to do budget travel around the world and hardly complain about room size, but this one is like really small. I only have a medium size 50L backpack and it only left me a small walkway from the bed to the door. My friend who stayed in the 4 people dorm said that he felt suffocated as the air circulation is not so good with very small room size (he’s only 170 cm tall and can’t sit on the upper bunk bed without bending his head as the ceiling is low). My ensuite bathroom is huge though.

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Date of stay: December 2011
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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JJnzNz wrote a review Oct 2016
NZ
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Probably the best value for money if you want to be in the centre of the party CBD, eat street and shopping.

We booked to rooms the budget twin (upstairs) with bathroom which was a shoe box, but for one night more than adequate. Was tidy and clean but very compact. Friday, coffee etc supplied.

The other room a access double studio (room one), was close to laundry, parking reception. More space to burn than the budget twin. heating was good, kitchen with coffee good sized fridge for food n drinks.

Because of location we saved on taxi's getting around, parking is a bit tight but have they have street parking as well.

check in and out was easy
Good stay for what we needed
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Date of stay: June 2016
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Some distance from supermarket, stock up before going to hotel. Parking is short supply, ground...
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Response from Xiaofeng G, Owner at Astray Rotorua Motel
Responded 17 Oct 2016
Thank you for your review. this is great support. I will keep improving and try my best to deliver the best service I can. Thank you so much
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vicky m wrote a review Jan 2014
Whangarei, New Zealand
4.0 of 5 bubbles
good value for money and great service, nice and central, good parking ... only reason they don't get an excellent is the amount of mould in the shower in our room ... its easily removed and there's no excuse for it
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Date of stay: January 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
3.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Chloe N wrote a review May 2024
Washington DC, District of Columbia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Astray backpackers hotel is a great stay, offering great value. It is located in the center of Rotorua so you would be located close to everything. Everything in the hotel was operational and very clean. An important aspect is that for an affordable price, you get your own room. They also have separate bathrooms and showers so you would not have to share it simultaneously with others, especially the opposite gender. On top of that, you get a fan and a heater in the room, which are unique amenities that you usually do not get at budget stays.
The best part is the receptionist. Iya is very kind and is a welcoming snd friendly host. She will help you with anything you need. I needed medication because I had a headache on my way out and she gave me some tablets. She also offered me great recommendations all around town and was good person to chat with. She even gave me a ride to restaurant because it was in her way! She will definitely take care of you during your stay here.
I greatly recommend this stay and I would come back again. Thank you Iya!
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Date of stay: May 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Wander53781699491 wrote a review Aug 2023
Hamilton, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I spent 3 days in Rotorua with my friend. The weather was not great, but the room we stayed in was amazing! We thought we had booked a budget room, but we got more than what we expected. We had a smart TV, tea and coffee, and even room service. Maybe it was because of the low season? I don't know, but I was very happy with what I got compared to what I had paid.
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Date of stay: August 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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fullofunteararoa wrote a review Mar 2020
Russell, New Zealand
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Very disappointed. Photos online look great. Room smelt of cigarette. No cups in room. No breakfast bowls in shared kitchen. Would not return. Dirty. Have spoken to others people who stay here a few years ago. Was great then but not now.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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James X wrote a review Aug 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Had an awesome time at Astray Motel! I stayed in one of the studio rooms. The place was seriously clean, like sparkling clean. The staff were super cool, always there to help out and make you feel at home. The room was very cozy. and comfortable, smart TV is the plus. Everything I needed was right there.
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Date of stay: July 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: book tours from the motel, may get some discounts
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New Asia Tours wrote a review May 2023
Hanoi, Vietnam
5.0 of 5 bubbles
i stayed in a capsule room, maybe the smallest room in Rotorua but it was very nice and comfortable plus it's private room, the same price I normally get a shared room. I highly recommend Astray Motel.
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Date of stay: March 2023
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Anderson K wrote a review Oct 2013
Singapore, Singapore
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Worst customer service I have ever known.
Beginning of our trip. Called the owner in 2hrs advance to say we will be 10-20min late to check-in.
Refusal to wait 10-20mins. He told me you will lose your booking with a not so great attitude. I asked in a very polite manner if there can be some sort of way to pass us key or wait. He had a bad attitude and hang up. We called again at asking with a good tone. He hang up on us.

I would say this place is the worst customer service I have ever experienced.
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Date of stay: October 2013
1.0 of 5 bubblesValue
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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bacon222 wrote a review Nov 2016
New York City, New York
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Exceeded expectations. Julie (?) and Lee bent over backwards to ensure that I had what I needed. The internet was great. Location, as others have noted, also great. It's listed as a micro-hotel in Lonely Planet by the previous owners. I see that the "micro" has been dropped from the name. While it was fun for me a a solo traveller, I can see how the expectation could be a bit confusing if not prepared for the small rooms. I took a single room with private bath. It was a 2 room suite with a bath, microwave, tv and fridge. It could have easily been good for 2 travelers. It's a "backpackers" motel, but it never felt like it was a hostel or overrun by student backpackers. The rooms were available immaculate. I'd totally return, if I ever return to Rotorua. Easy to walk to and from bus drop off/pickup.

If you are looking for a great place at a great price, stray no further than Astray. (HaHa! sorry, I had to add that)
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Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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Cee wrote a tip Oct 2023
Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand17 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"avoid the single bedroom, try other places first. Use this as a last resort."
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James X wrote a tip Aug 2023
1 contribution2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"book tours from the motel, may get some discounts"
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JellyBean1957 wrote a tip Mar 2019
Winchester, United Kingdom8 contributions4 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Do not stay on the ground floor at the front."
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Sylvia B wrote a tip Feb 2019
Penguin, Australia186 contributions55 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"When booking ask for a room with fridge, toaster, microwave etc."
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Kiwi Bird wrote a tip Jan 2019
Auckland, New Zealand172 contributions28 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"The motel offers 15 - 16 rooms with basic felicities"
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PRICE RANGE
$124 - $166 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionRotorua DistrictRotorua
NUMBER OF ROOMS
20
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Frequently Asked Questions about Astray Rotorua Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Astray Rotorua Motel?
Nearby attractions include Fancy Meow Cat Cafe (0.2 km), Rotorua Antiques & Collectables (0.2 km), and Eat Street (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Astray Rotorua Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include laundry service, self serve laundry, and baggage storage.
Is parking available at Astray Rotorua Motel?
Yes, secured parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Astray Rotorua Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include EL Mexicano Zapata Cantina, El Mexicano Zapata Express, and Barrel & Co..
Is Astray Rotorua Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Rotorua.
Are any cleaning services offered at Astray Rotorua Motel?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Astray Rotorua Motel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Chinese.
Are there any historical sites close to Astray Rotorua Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village (2.7 km), Te Puia (2.9 km), and Government Gardens (0.8 km).
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