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Turangi
Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.
A range of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and cycling.
Taupo is 40 km from the hostel.
Host is super nice. Good facilities.
Taupo
Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers an ideal location in Taupo. The hostel offers single bed dormitory's.
Taupo is an absolute mecca for all things outdoors – including hiking the famous Tongariro crossing, trout fishing, skydiving, jet boating, white water rafting, mountain biking and sailing on the Great Lake with the hostel's yacht 'Fearless'.
The bed bunks are the best! very comfy mattress, lovely privacy curtain and enough space for your stuff. The stairs to te top bunks is big (block of wood) so not painful like most. The chill area in the middle was very nice, kitchen as big, the dog was cool and the staff is the best! I stayed here again on my way back for 4 nights and told all my travel friends to book here.
Turangi
The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at this hostel.
Taranaki Falls is 48 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 43 km from Tongariro River Retreat.
Friendly owner, very nice ambience.
National Park
Set in National Park, within 16 km of Mount Ruapehu and 17 km of Taranaki Falls, Manowhenua Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Whakapapa.
At the hostel the rooms come with a shared bathroom and bed linen.
this is a wonderful place to stay. Great welcome. Offered another room because the host thought a top bunk would be difficult. Fabulous warm lounge. A special gear drying room. Great kitchen .
In the reviews June 2023 a woman complained about the signs but some people in hostels and b/ps almost need a death threat to remind them to clean up.
Ohakune
Situated in the town of Ohakune, on the edge of Tongariro National Park, LKNZ Lodge & Cafe is within 5 minutes' walk of restaurants, bars and shops. It features a sauna, hot tubs and an on-site cafe. The property offers a range of accommodation from budget dormitories to private rooms spread over 3 lodges and complimentary unlimited WiFi. The place is so beautiful and cozy and jus opposite to the lake!its like having our own cozy place! And also barry the owner is so helpful and sweet! Loved the experience in rotorua!
National Park
Set in National Park, 15 km from Mount Ruapehu, National Park Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Beds were comfortable and the staff was super helpful and friendly.
Taupo
Haka Lodge Taupo features free unlimited WiFi and stunning views of Lake Taupo. The backpacker property offers a range of upmarket dormitory rooms as well as private rooms for those who like their own space. Cleanest hostel we have stayed in, easy late check in, really fun layout, and centrally located.
Taupo
Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with ensuite facilities. All of the accommodation is clean and modern and linen is included. Communal facilities include a shared kitchen. You can also soak up the sun on the sundeck which features views of the mountains. The staff was very friendly and accomodating, the ensuite bathroom was a real plus, everything was super clean and the location really central. Would definitely recomend!
Erua
Located in Erua, within 21 km of Mount Ruapehu and 22 km of Taranaki Falls, The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Perfect for what we wanted. Easy, clean, comfy, warm.
Taihape
Rusty Nail Backpackers is situated in Taihape and features a garden. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.
At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a TV. At Rusty Nail Backpackers rooms have air conditioning and a shared bathroom.
Great location for a stop on a long drive!
Hostel in Taupo
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Hostel in National Park
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Hostel in Turangi
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This is the best hostel I have been so far. I can see the passion of the host. He loves bringing people together and he does not want to rip you of which I realy appreciate.
Close to the lake, great location. Budget friendly.
Hostel with a great location to the Tongariro National Park. Friendly Staff, big kitchen and shuttle service. Best of all, there is a climbing hall in the hostel! Highly recommend to stay here!
The lodge is bright and colourful. We had our own bunk room which was close to the bathrooms. The kitchen was big with lots of utensils. Great location for anyone doing the Tongariro Crossing or exploring the National Park. Adjacent bar was fun to pop in to and staff at both the hostel and bar were very friendly. Can highly recommend catching sunrise, the stars and sunset.
supernice hostel with great people, big & clean kitchen, a lot of space to sit inside and outside, cheap bike rental, staff is great, beds are very private with a lot of space - loved it!
Great courtyard set-up which felt safe with a relaxed vibe.Everything seemed to work and staff were very helpful. Grateful for a discount with my Scottish Youth Hostel card.
Really like the privacy of curtains on the bunk beds and how sturdy they were. Also the convenience of a plug in each bunk for charging devices safely. lockable cupboards for possessions were good. The hostel had a welcoming and friendly vibe and good for socialising but not too loud late in the night too, so a great balance as a solo traveller. Facilities clean and tidy, cleaned well every morning.
We wanted a quick turn around bed for the night Basically felt like a youth hostel.from my traveling days . Bunk beds clean sheets room was.clean Great price .great location .
great location. Good restaurant for breakfast and dinner. this is a budget place but is great value for money. it accommodates backpackers and our room was near the shared kitchen and dining room which was a a bit noisy. do not go there for Fancy but for the location and staff friendliness
Skotel is in the most beautiful location - the wilderness is on the doorstep.... just step outside and start hiking. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are great (either backpacker budget or hotel style) and the restaurant is 10/10. Room prices and restaurant prices are excellent value - nothing like city prices here! This was my third visit to Skotel - I look forward to it every time. It is also a great place to meet new people - guests mingle easily and share their day in the wonderful environment of the National Park.