The Rotten Apple Back Packers

Property class: 1

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Take advantage of a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities at The Rotten Apple Back Packers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 122
AED 142 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Room options

View all photos for Economy Single Room

A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a small wooden table.

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden furniture, and a window with curtains.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden shelf, and a carpeted floor.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden shelf, and a carpeted floor.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

A bunk bed with a wooden storage drawer, a window with curtains, and a small wooden shelf.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A bedroom with a single bed, a wooden dresser, and two windows with curtains.

Basic Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden furniture, and a window with curtains.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Hastings, The Rotten Apple Back Packers is in the city center. Cornwall Park and Frimley Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre and Splash Planet. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park or Pettigrew Green Arena. Visit our Hastings travel guide
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114 Heretaunga St E, Hastings, Hawke's Bay Region, 4122

What's nearby

  • A serene park with a pond, lush greenery, and large trees.
    Cornwall Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Westerman's Building
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hawke's Bay Opera House
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hastings City Art Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Splash Planet
    3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • 495
    3 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    12 min walk
  • Mac's Fish Supply
    17 min walk
  • Rosina
    3 min walk
  • Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe
    9 min walk

About this property

The Rotten Apple Back Packers

  • Hostel in a shopping district
  • At The Rotten Apple Back Packers, you can look forward to a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Outdoor furniture, a computer station, and a TV in the lobby
    • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Rotten Apple Back Packers offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 19 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rotten Apple Back Packers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rotten Apple Back Packers?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rotten Apple Back Packers on 2 October 2026 start from AED 122, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Rotten Apple Back Packers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rotten Apple Back Packers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rotten Apple Back Packers located?

Located in the heart of Hastings, this hostel is steps from Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre, Hastings City Art Gallery, and Hawke's Bay Opera House. Westerman's Building and Hastings City Growers Market are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Rotten Apple Back Packers Reviews

6.0

5.0

Cleanliness

5.0

Amenities

6.0

Staff & service

5.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Owners are lovely. Great value for money. There are stairs you need to walk up. Despite the mixed reviews. We enjoyed our 3 night stay in a private room. It's basic and cheap. So you get what you pay for. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Experience I stayed here for one week in the dormitory, and honestly, it wasn’t a good experience. On the very first day, I requested a refund because of the condition of the accommodation, but unfortunately my request was refused. The rooms were quite messy and overcrowded, with very little space to move around comfortably. Some of the bathroom doors were also not working properly, which I honestly didn’t expect. The kitchen has a good amount of space, but cleanliness was an issue. The fridge in particular had an unpleasant smell when opened. The parking situation was also different from what I expected. It was advertised as having plenty of parking, but there were only around 8 parking spaces. We were told not to move our cars after 4 pm, otherwise someone else could take the space and there might be nowhere to park later. Overall, I was disappointed with my stay and ended up leaving before completing the full week. Unfortunately, this was not the experience I expected based on the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026