The Rotten Apple Backpackers

10/10/2026

A slightly delayed farewell post for the lovely Huraya who survived four months at The Rotten Apple.

21/09/2026

Righto WHV people, we have deals for you to make your way to us settle in and find seasonal work as its about to start pumping employment wise.
Book a bed quickly if you want to come work in the sunny Hawkes Bay and live at an awesome famous back packers.

09/09/2026

Hi everyone, please note that the season for pruning picking packing is coming on us fast here in the Hawkes Bay.....
If you are requiring a bed whilst working here we suggest you get in contact quickly as beds are starting to be filled now.

06/09/2026

Mridula survived The Rotten Apple for nearly three months! She performed Wonderful examples of Indian Vegetarian cuisine in the kitchen, treated us to some great Bollywood classics on Karaoke nights, became one of the team, and wii be missed. Happy travels Mridula.

01/09/2026

The Rotten Apple Backpackers invites you to stay with us and have good memories..
we help you to find seasonal work.

31/08/2026

30/08/2026

Check out our new website
www.rottenapple.co.nz

26/08/2026

Hi again, After our last message we are getting lots of enquiries for the busy season of pruning, picking, and packing. Please if coming to Hawkes Bay start to think about your accommodation as we are starting to fill up.
We have first in first booked special deals then even better deals for full season guests.

MAKE CONTACT QUICK GUYS AND GIRLS
[email protected]

20/08/2026

Hi to all, please check out the new website for the Rotten Apple that has gone live today, you can book direct save commissions.
rottenapple.co.nz
https://www.rottenapple.co.nz/