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Riverstone Lodge 5 stars

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.

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9.1
Superb
815 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Finlay Jack's Backpackers 4.5 stars

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.

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8.5
Very good
2,033 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Tongariro River Retreat

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.

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8.1
Very good
466 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Manowhenua Lodge

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.

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8.9
Fabulous
241 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

LKNZ Lodge & Cafe

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!

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8.1
Very good
604 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

National Park Backpackers

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.

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7.9
Good
1,265 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Haka Lodge Taupo 4.5 stars

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.

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7.7
Good
1,703 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Based by the Lake 4 stars

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!

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7.1
Good
1,716 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers

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.

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7.7
Good
115 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Rusty Nail Backpackers

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!

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7.4
Good
102 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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